Articles written by Cornelia Lohs

Easter is one of the most important holidays in Germany and is celebrated with big lunches and lots of chocolate eggs.

Apr 2, 2010 - Cornelia Lohs

While shopping in countries of the European Union, Americans and Canadians can save a lot of money as they can shop tax-free.

Mar 24, 2010 - Cornelia Lohs

Is it cheaper to purchase Euros from an ATM upon arrival in Germany or to obtain them in America before departure? This article will inform travelers.

Mar 21, 2010 - Cornelia Lohs

Germlish, Germanized English words and phrases, have begun to dominate the German language since the late 20th century.

Dec 29, 2009 - Cornelia Lohs

Sightseeing by bike is the cheapest and healthiest way to discover German cities. There are signposted bikeways all over in the country.

Dec 28, 2009 - Cornelia Lohs

If travelers to Germany understand the German terms Weltschmerz, Schadenfreude and Ordnungspflicht, they understand the German people even without knowing their language.

Dec 27, 2009 - Cornelia Lohs

Germans celebrate New Year's Eve with fireworks displays, Swiss Raclette cheese and the old British TV sketch, Dinner for One. Same procedure as every year.

Dec 22, 2009 - Cornelia Lohs

Mannheim is shoppers' paradise between Stuttgart and Frankfurt: Elegant department stores, fashion at discount prices and real bargains in the Turkish quarter.

Dec 18, 2009 - Cornelia Lohs

Glühwein and Gløgg are the traditional beverages offered and drunk during Christmas time in Germany and Scandinavia. The recipes are quite easy to prepare.

Dec 11, 2009 - Cornelia Lohs

In Germany Christmas is celebrated on the evening of December 24. Traditionally, people eat carp, goose or simply potato salad.

Dec 5, 2009 - Cornelia Lohs

There is one day that German children anticipate almost as much as Christmas: St. Nikolaus Day on the 6th of December.

Dec 4, 2009 - Cornelia Lohs

Germany has more than its shares of clichés and stereotypes. The most widespread are: Lederhosen, beer and sausages.

Sep 27, 2009 - Cornelia Lohs

Quedlinburg which was founded in the 9th century and is famous for its timber-framed townscape, was declared a World Heritage Site by UNESCO in 1994.

Sep 27, 2009 - Cornelia Lohs

The Herzog August Library in Wolfenbüttel has one of the largest collections of ancient books in the world and was called the 8th wonder of the world in the 16th century.

Sep 27, 2009 - Cornelia Lohs

Sleeping in a guesthouse from the 14th century or in a hotel castle from the 16th century turns a trip to German medieval cities into a unique experience.

Sep 20, 2009 - Cornelia Lohs

Etiquette and Customs in Europe differ from those common in the United States. The expression "How are you?", for example, has a completely different meaning.

Sep 19, 2009 - Cornelia Lohs

German is the third most popular foreign language taught worldwide, and Heidelberg, the home of Germany's oldest university is the pefect place to learn it!

Jul 26, 2009 - Cornelia Lohs

Walking through the narrow alleyways of Bamberg's old city center, medieval flair surrounds you wherever you go.

Jul 23, 2009 - Cornelia Lohs

When you think of Germany, forget the beer, think of Italian coffee instead! And when you come to Heidelberg, don't miss the best Italian coffee bars in town.

Jul 21, 2009 - Cornelia Lohs

The economic and cultural center of the metropolitan Rhine-Neckar region was built according to the blueprint of an ideal renaissance town, divided into squares.

Jul 17, 2009 - Cornelia Lohs