Author: Michael Schmitz

Lost passport – what to do and where to go?

To add to the already stressful situation of a lost passport, you may not know what to...

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Christmas in Germany and German Traditions

There are a few similarities between American traditions, at the least, and German traditions for Christmas. However,...

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Sie or Du: how to address a German properly

Talking to German People Properly: Formal and Informal Speech In English, “you” is just “you” – whether...

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Financial aid for international students in Germany

Financial aid for international students in Germany is one of the trickiest things to figure out –...

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Documents that may be needed for university

Transcripts, Translations, and More: Documents For Studying in Germany So you’ve decided to study in Germany, and...

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10 Hilarious Ways To Say Hello in German: Common German Greetings

If you thought saying hello in German was just about “Guten Tag,” prepare to be delightfully surprised....

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German Easter traditions and their chocolate with alcohol

The importance of German Easter traditions: In countries with Christian history, Easter is one of the most...

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