How To Drive In Germany: An Expat Guide

Driving in Germany isn’t a cheap thrill, it’s a luxury. It won’t take long to notice that everything from cars to the roads themselves are impeccable. And it doesn’t end there; German people think of driving as an extravagant activity

Nina Roper Yearwood, Köln

Who are you? My name is Nina Roper Yearwood. I’m an expat building a home in Germany.I’m Filipino and my husband is half-German and half-Panamanian… which makes raising our daughter an interesting journey. Where, when and why did you move

How To Enjoy Your First Expat Christmas In Germany

Germany is the birthplace of many of our most beloved Christmas traditions. The country oozes festivity throughout December with Christmas markets, fairy lights, and the scent of mulled wine floating down the streets. Enjoy your first expat Christmas in the

What To Do In Your First Month In Germany

During your first month in Germany, you may feel as though you’re caught in a series of confusing red tape mazes. In Germany’s specific brand of bureaucratic orienteering, sequential order is everything. This article is a step by step guide,

An Expat Guide To Banking In Germany

Choosing the right bank can be both stressful and tedious in equal measures. If you’re new in Germany and asking yourself if you need to open a German bank account, the short answer is yes! If you plan to earn

A Guide To The Cost Of Living In Frankfurt

While German salaries may seem low for many from the Anglosphere, purchasing power is in fact quite high. This means you can attain a great quality of life in Germany for less.However, both salaries and the cost of living are

Cheryl Howard, Berlin

Who are you? I’m Cheryl Howard, a Canadian from Toronto who’s been living in Berlin, Germany for about five years or so. By day, I work as an Agile Coach for a tech startup and by night, I work as

Rama

Who are you? I am Rama, an Indian and a mom of a little daughter. I completed my master’s degree and worked in editing field for few years, later got married and came to Germany 4 years ago.I am an

Job Hunting In Germany – A Guide For Expats

Germany is in the midst of a powerful era. The country is the economic and symbolic centre of Europe, unemployment is low, and numerous industries are expanding. That being said, finding a job in Germany as an expat is a