What US foods do you suggest taking as gifts to Germany?
Traveling to Germany on student exchange. Would like to take some popular American foods. Peanut butter and Oreos were suggested. Any other ideas? Need good gift ideas for family of 4. I'm from Sacramento, California area.
Other - Europe - 7 Answers
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You are not allowed to bring food into the European Union from outside it. Plus we have this kind of things in our supermarkets, like you do. What would you think if someone brought you some peanutbutter as a gift from abroad? Doesn't it sound silly? Buy them a real gift.
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bring them some american money
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Honestly, despite the tone of the previous writer, they really do have access to alot of those foods. Since we block folks from bringing in foods from other countries, they also do the same for what ever reasons. It probably is best to leave it at home unless it's some exotic brand of peanut butter.
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unlike what "cpinatsi" said in the first comment. i happen to know that peanut butter is a much coveted thing in europe! they barely have any and what they get is only priced so not many can afford it. Believe me they peanut butter!!! but i don't think that you can take food in with you you might have to amil it over. check into it though. also another thing that they don't have is nice squishy bread like that nice presservetive filled stuff we get all the time! oreos, r a good idea so r chips ahoy, animal crackers, and candy. don't bring choclate because there chocolate is much better than ours and well u might make a fool of yourself
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Mac-n-Cheese, Pop Tarts, fruit snacks, Cheetos, Nutri Grain Bars, brownies or cake in a box. Those are some things that I really miss since I have moved here and, besides the Cheetos, they pack and travel pretty well. We do have peanut butter here, but it IS expensive for the very small amount you get. I wouldnt really bring that as a "gift" but if you like a certain kind of PB, you should bring it. Also, anything special that you think you will miss, bring a couple of those too. *I never thought I would miss something as simple as Ramen Noodles. I totally do! I have my mom send me care packages every month or so :) You CAN pack and bring foods, as long as you dont have a whole suit case full of food you will be fine. We air mailed some with our other belongings but also packed some in our luggage and carry ons. We didnt have a problem at all. Other gift ideas: American flag pencils (or something small with the flag on it) How old are the kids? A memory game with the names of the items on the card, so the kids can learn some english words. Hope this helps! Good luck and have fun in Germany!
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Get them a razor so the women can shave
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What we always ask for from our US friends ist: Mentos Cinnemon (not available in Germany) Jelly Belly Beans (I love them and they are much cheaper in USA) a special BBQ sauce (nothing like your BBQ sauce is available here) the coconut for baking (ours are dried and yours are so sweet and a bit wet ... much better for baking... your exchange mum will love it, too!) I hope I could help you. Mail for any more informations :-)
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I'm a 6th year student from Macedonia.I study medicine. How can I nostrificate my diploma in Germany?
I'm a 6th year student from Macedonia.I study medicine. How can I nostrificate my diploma in Germany?
I speak german fluently,although I'm aware that I woud have to take tests in german. What documentation is required,and where to apply? Also i would like to continue my studies in cardiosurgery and what should I do to be exepted as an intern in a German klinic Nostrificate means to make the diploma valid, do more exams if necessery for my Macedonian diploma to be equal as a german one
Higher Education (University +) - 2 Answers
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Nostrificate?
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You can find Macedonians here who maybe know your answer, I can't find link about Macedonian diaspora in Germany: http://www.umdiaspora.org/ http://www.maklink.com/ http://www.konsulate.de/info/info_deutsche_botschaft_skopje_mazedonien.php
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Wednesday, November 14, 2012
I am Canadian and I want to go to university in Germany.can I get a student loan for an international uni?
I am Canadian and I want to go to university in Germany.can I get a student loan for an international uni?
I am not likely to get any scholorships and I will not receive any financial help from family
Financial Aid - 1 Answers
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Try researching the UN scholarships and the associations for the career you want to pursue, there are sometimes scholarships available the small pay and loans needed can be had through part time work and contacts available to them.
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I am not likely to get any scholorships and I will not receive any financial help from family
Financial Aid - 1 Answers
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Try researching the UN scholarships and the associations for the career you want to pursue, there are sometimes scholarships available the small pay and loans needed can be had through part time work and contacts available to them.
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Wednesday, November 7, 2012
I am going to be an exchange student in germany for sen. year HS. I don't know if I should go... any thoughts?
I am going to be an exchange student in germany for sen. year HS. I don't know if I should go... any thoughts?
I have been accepted into a good program for a 1 semester foreign exchange in Hanover, Germany. I have not been away from home for long periods of time and am having doubts about going... Has anyone been in my situation? Opinions would be great:) thx
Studying Abroad - 1 Answers
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you should DEFINITELY go. its a once in a lifetime oppurtunity to live in a whole new environment and study their culture firsthand. also, you're a senior, so next year you'll probably be going away anyway, so you might as well get used to it! also this will be exciting so it'll distract you from home sickness :) pleaseee go, itll be so worth it.
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I have been accepted into a good program for a 1 semester foreign exchange in Hanover, Germany. I have not been away from home for long periods of time and am having doubts about going... Has anyone been in my situation? Opinions would be great:) thx
Studying Abroad - 1 Answers
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you should DEFINITELY go. its a once in a lifetime oppurtunity to live in a whole new environment and study their culture firsthand. also, you're a senior, so next year you'll probably be going away anyway, so you might as well get used to it! also this will be exciting so it'll distract you from home sickness :) pleaseee go, itll be so worth it.
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Thursday, November 1, 2012
Student visa in Germany?
Student visa in Germany?
I'm planning on studying in Germany and was wondering how to obtain the student visa. What are the steps I would have to take beforehand? How early do I have to start thinking of it? Is there any other important information I need to consider?-
Immigration - 1 Answers
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Apply in a school in Germany and when you pass the entrance exams, request for a certificate of admission then use this to apply for a student visa.
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I'm planning on studying in Germany and was wondering how to obtain the student visa. What are the steps I would have to take beforehand? How early do I have to start thinking of it? Is there any other important information I need to consider?-
Immigration - 1 Answers
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Apply in a school in Germany and when you pass the entrance exams, request for a certificate of admission then use this to apply for a student visa.
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Sunday, October 28, 2012
Exchange student in Germany?
Exchange student in Germany?
what are some cheap student exchange programs for high school in the USA to Germany.
Other - Germany - 4 Answers
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There will be no cheap programs for any country in Europe since all these countries are rather expensive http://www.asse.com/
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That is SO not true! AFS and ASSE are really expensive because they're not run by volunteers. (Like 10,000 dollars expensive) If you want cheap, go with Rotary! It's all volunteer so you're not paying anyone's salary... All the costs are things like- your plane ticket, health insurance, application fee, visa fee, etc... It'll end up being like 3,000 dollars. (plus spending money when you get there, but you can be thrifty of course. and with Rotary you get a monthly allowance, usually something like 65 Euros)
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My high school does an exchange every year with a partner school in Germany and it is $900 flat. other than that I don't know about any exchange programs for high school.
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Just let the people mount and pound you that way it cost no money
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Sunday, October 14, 2012
germany or poland? student exchange?
germany or poland? student exchange?
I have to choose between poland or germany for a student exchange, where i will be living with a host family. What country is safest, cleanest, and what country do you recommend me to go to? who are the nicest people? 10x
Other - Europe - 0 Answers
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Well it would depend on which town you are going to ! However in general. Germany is safer and cleaner. The people really depend on which part. I've been to every big city and many small ones and they are all pretty nice and can speak a fair amount of English. Travel between cities is much more organized and clean but not exactly cheap. It is a huge place with many different things to see and a great culture. Poland is slowly becoming more advanced however most people speak Polish or German only. The towns such as Poznan, Lodz, Opole are not so clean and rather dusty and dark but charming. Krakow is nice and so is Warsaw. I would reccommend Germany. They both are wonderful countries but Germany is a little nicer.
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I have to choose between poland or germany for a student exchange, where i will be living with a host family. What country is safest, cleanest, and what country do you recommend me to go to? who are the nicest people? 10x
Other - Europe - 0 Answers
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Well it would depend on which town you are going to ! However in general. Germany is safer and cleaner. The people really depend on which part. I've been to every big city and many small ones and they are all pretty nice and can speak a fair amount of English. Travel between cities is much more organized and clean but not exactly cheap. It is a huge place with many different things to see and a great culture. Poland is slowly becoming more advanced however most people speak Polish or German only. The towns such as Poznan, Lodz, Opole are not so clean and rather dusty and dark but charming. Krakow is nice and so is Warsaw. I would reccommend Germany. They both are wonderful countries but Germany is a little nicer.
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