What gifts can i take back home from germany?
I have been in germany as an exchange student and will be leaving for home in about 3 weeks and would like to take back gifts for friends and family but i do not know what.Could i get some suggessions?And also nothing expensive since i dont have a lot of money left.
Other - Germany - 11 Answers
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I think that good german chocolate would be a very good and cheap idea. I always bring my friends Beerstein when I go to Germany. You could also bring home simple things like shot glasses or postcards. hope this helps Raphael Calabri http://youngglobalcitizen.com
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German cookies. BMW, Porsche, Mercedes keychains (from car dealers). Made in Germany chocolate bars. FC Bayern scarves (or other teams).
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How about a cuckoo clock?
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You can get them souvenirs like: small Brandenbur Tor replicas; the berlinese bears (if you are in Berlin); I saw small portions of the Berliner Mauer being sold in sourvenir shops in the Unter Der Linden, they are very small and not expensive, like 4 euros.....
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You can take back what is allowed for the re-entry into the USA. You can't take any fruits, plants, meats but other things such as clothes, sweets , books, music are o.k. You also cannot take any Nazi memorabilia whith you or anything Nazi-related. Hope, you had fun!
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I bet you are excited about going back home, but I will have to tell you, Germany is just beautiful. I've been to Germany a lot of times in the last 6 years. I always brought back, chocolates (which are out of this world), beer, shoes, clothing, or anything else I could think of. You just can't bring back plants, or open food, fruits, etc. I was over in Germany to be with my fiance when he wasn't here in Texas with me. I can tell you we kept the path going. LOL Anyway, we are married now and living in Texas. Have a safe trip back home.
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I always think that chocolate is the best way to go. It's inexpensive, easy to pack and you know that people will appreciate it. Always fun are the "giant" bars of Milka that are not available in the US. You may also consider bringing back something fun with German written on it. These aren't easy to find, but I once got my dad a man's bbq apron that made it look like you are wearing lederhosen. Hillarious! Have a safe trip home! Gute Reise!
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Take some books about the city and region you have been staying.
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You can take back nutcrackers and smokers! Also the big thing would be beer-steins!! Everyone likes beer-steins!
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buy a beer glass , weisswurst(white sausages :)
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You can take anything but firearms, meat or produce. Bring back chocolate-- everyone goes nuts for German chocolate.
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Wednesday, May 28, 2014
Wednesday, May 14, 2014
What to do with German exchange student?
What to do with German exchange student?
I'm 16 and a junior in High school, next month my family is hosting an exchange student from Germany. I live in Salt Lake City, what are some thing my family I should take him to? We are going to a Jazz game and I know there is a pizza party planned at a local pizza place? What do German teens do for fun? And how different will it be here? Thanks in advanced
Other - Europe - 4 Answers
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I have been a host parent for 4 students. From Germany, Switzerland, Belgium and Norway. In all but one, they have researched the area and have a good idea what they want to see. But the biggest thing is to see what kids in Salt Lake City do. They will make their own friends, and just let them hang with you and your friends. Other people will invite them places. Concerts, ballgames, just try to let them experience as much as they can while they are here.
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I'm German/American. Most Germans have to take English in school, so I'm sure you won't have a problem communicating. When it comes to what this student's life is like, compared to yours depends on whether he is from the country or city. German teens are usual very sociable & love to party. A lot of them do enjoy Jazz music, so he'll probably like that. When my cousins come for visits they love to do things that they don't get to do in Germany. We live by the ocean, so they really love that. Most love to swim & go camping. They also like to see sports, like baseball & football. Their bowling is different than ours, so they have fun doing that too. Pizza is great; theirs tastes different than ours. They like our ice cream too. German schools are very advanced, so he will probably catch on quite fast. I'm sure that this will be a nice experience for all of you. Have fun!
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Anything involving beer or booze, and I'm sure it'll be fine.
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He'll probably enjoy the pizza, it's a popular dish in Germany also. You might be a bit surprised at some of the things they put on their pizza, incidentally. Be open-minded! German teens do pretty much the same things as every other Westernised teenagers, they play sports, use Facebook, go to the cinema, etc. I suggest NOT going to the cinema for the first couple of weeks, because it's going to be quite an adjustment for him/her to get used to hearing English all the time, and this is exhausting - you'll find the same when you go to Germany. It might be an idea to get DVDs instead, and watch films with subtitles switched on, English is definitely available on most DVDs (for the hard of hearing) and German is often available.
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I'm 16 and a junior in High school, next month my family is hosting an exchange student from Germany. I live in Salt Lake City, what are some thing my family I should take him to? We are going to a Jazz game and I know there is a pizza party planned at a local pizza place? What do German teens do for fun? And how different will it be here? Thanks in advanced
Other - Europe - 4 Answers
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I have been a host parent for 4 students. From Germany, Switzerland, Belgium and Norway. In all but one, they have researched the area and have a good idea what they want to see. But the biggest thing is to see what kids in Salt Lake City do. They will make their own friends, and just let them hang with you and your friends. Other people will invite them places. Concerts, ballgames, just try to let them experience as much as they can while they are here.
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I'm German/American. Most Germans have to take English in school, so I'm sure you won't have a problem communicating. When it comes to what this student's life is like, compared to yours depends on whether he is from the country or city. German teens are usual very sociable & love to party. A lot of them do enjoy Jazz music, so he'll probably like that. When my cousins come for visits they love to do things that they don't get to do in Germany. We live by the ocean, so they really love that. Most love to swim & go camping. They also like to see sports, like baseball & football. Their bowling is different than ours, so they have fun doing that too. Pizza is great; theirs tastes different than ours. They like our ice cream too. German schools are very advanced, so he will probably catch on quite fast. I'm sure that this will be a nice experience for all of you. Have fun!
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Anything involving beer or booze, and I'm sure it'll be fine.
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He'll probably enjoy the pizza, it's a popular dish in Germany also. You might be a bit surprised at some of the things they put on their pizza, incidentally. Be open-minded! German teens do pretty much the same things as every other Westernised teenagers, they play sports, use Facebook, go to the cinema, etc. I suggest NOT going to the cinema for the first couple of weeks, because it's going to be quite an adjustment for him/her to get used to hearing English all the time, and this is exhausting - you'll find the same when you go to Germany. It might be an idea to get DVDs instead, and watch films with subtitles switched on, English is definitely available on most DVDs (for the hard of hearing) and German is often available.
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Wednesday, May 7, 2014
Question about getting a visa in Germany for an American citizen?
Question about getting a visa in Germany for an American citizen?
Do you HAVE to have $35,000 in the bank in order to get a residency/student visa in Germany (are there any ways around that?), and do you HAVE to be accepted to the school PRIOR to obtaining the visa if you get a student visa? (We wanted to go over to Germany and then pick out a school to attend). Any suggestions on either of there topics would be appreciated.
Embassies & Consulates - 3 Answers
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Tell them that you are a victim of "Holocaust". It's a powerful and magic word.
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about the money in the bank? i did not see that amount mentionned on the home page, you have to be accepted in a school before going, as all countries demand that: Required Documents - two fully completed application forms and required declaration in duplicate - two passport photographs (strict requirements, see details) - valid national passport and one copy - additional for non-US citizens: original of valid US alien registration card or valid US resident visa (type A, E, F, G, H, I, J, L, O, R) and one copy - letter of acceptance of a German university/language school/college and one copy - evidence that you have sufficient funds to support yourself while living in Germany and one copy (no amount mentionned) - Visa fee: 43$ Please note: In individual cases, you may be required to provide additional documents. Visa needed? All persons who wish to study at a high school, college or university in Germany are required to obtain a residence permit go to this home page : http://www.germany.info/relaunch/info/consular_services/visa/study.html
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hi, You must supply evidence that sufficient funds per months or a sum covering at least one year's study are available (e.g. own funds) equal to the highest German student loan level. Adequate financial means implies that you are in the position to secure your living expenses for the period of studies in Germany. This means that the you have to prove (at the time of application for a student visa) that you have a monthly allowance of 580 Euro, for the first twelve months of the studies, at your disposal.
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Do you HAVE to have $35,000 in the bank in order to get a residency/student visa in Germany (are there any ways around that?), and do you HAVE to be accepted to the school PRIOR to obtaining the visa if you get a student visa? (We wanted to go over to Germany and then pick out a school to attend). Any suggestions on either of there topics would be appreciated.
Embassies & Consulates - 3 Answers
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Tell them that you are a victim of "Holocaust". It's a powerful and magic word.
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about the money in the bank? i did not see that amount mentionned on the home page, you have to be accepted in a school before going, as all countries demand that: Required Documents - two fully completed application forms and required declaration in duplicate - two passport photographs (strict requirements, see details) - valid national passport and one copy - additional for non-US citizens: original of valid US alien registration card or valid US resident visa (type A, E, F, G, H, I, J, L, O, R) and one copy - letter of acceptance of a German university/language school/college and one copy - evidence that you have sufficient funds to support yourself while living in Germany and one copy (no amount mentionned) - Visa fee: 43$ Please note: In individual cases, you may be required to provide additional documents. Visa needed? All persons who wish to study at a high school, college or university in Germany are required to obtain a residence permit go to this home page : http://www.germany.info/relaunch/info/consular_services/visa/study.html
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hi, You must supply evidence that sufficient funds per months or a sum covering at least one year's study are available (e.g. own funds) equal to the highest German student loan level. Adequate financial means implies that you are in the position to secure your living expenses for the period of studies in Germany. This means that the you have to prove (at the time of application for a student visa) that you have a monthly allowance of 580 Euro, for the first twelve months of the studies, at your disposal.
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Thursday, May 1, 2014
I am an American student that will spend next year studying in Germany. Do's and dont's?!?
I am an American student that will spend next year studying in Germany. Do's and dont's?!?
I go to the University of Iowa and will be studying in Lueneburg, Germany near Hamburg. I heard that I will get laughed at if I wear the same clothes there as I do here. Is that true?! Any suggestions on how to change my style? Thanks everyone!
Studying Abroad - 1 Answers
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What I tell the international kids coming over here -- don't bring many clothes -- buy them here. Do the opposite in Germany. Don't buy a wardrobe before you go -- wait and see what everyone else does. Then go find a German girl or two to take you shopping! H & M would be a good place! Stylish and reasonable prices. In general, as a guy, you'll find clothes much tighter than here (do NOT run around with 3" of underwear hanging out and your pants around your knees!). Here's the H&M website for Germany -- men's clothes. http://shop.hm.com/de/deptstart?dept=HERR&shoptype=S Good luck and have fun!
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