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All about educating your family and yourself abroad 08/02/2008
One of the greatest concerns of families about to expatriate is how the move will affect their children's education. Our newly launched E-special brings together the views of parents, students and teachers taking part in our recent education poll and, hopefully, covers all your questions concerning this vital topic. read more
My Germany: Your tips and tricks for living in Germany 31/10/2006
Expatica readers present their advice for getting by in Germany. read more
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Kneipp's holistic practices enjoy revival 26/02/2008
The Bavarian priest’s unique spa treatments are getting increasing play in German spas. read more
The tick: a hidden danger 21/05/2007
Walking and playing in the woods is a pastime enjoyed by many who vacation in Germany or have relocated to the country. Yet many are unaware of the hidden dangers in the undergrowth. read more
Germans worried about the health effects of mobiles 07/09/2006
A new poll shows most Germans are convinced their mobiles are a health threat and worry more about so-called 'Elektrosmog' than terrorism. read more
Putting the germ into Germany 15/08/2006
Unwashed hands, bacteria-ridden underwear, un-pasteurised dairy products: apparently Germans are less hygiene conscious than you might think. We look at a damning new report by German health experts. read more
Ask our therapist: Surviving a separation 15/02/2006
You moved to Germany to be with your partner, but now you've decided to separate. Expatica's resident therapist Florian P. Klampfer gives advice on coping with many expats' worst nightmare. read more
education
Our German teacher: Going to... the hairdresser 02/04/2008
Expatica Germany’s resident German teacher Renate Grasstat gives tips on how to avoid a bad hair day. read more
The expat experience can be good for children 19/03/2008
Why parents needn't worry about the effects of expatriation on their children. read more
School sheriffs keep eye on problem pupils in Berlin 10/03/2008
Many like the idea but others say it helps promote negative images of schools. read more
Late Germans and polite Italians 19/02/2008
In the last of her columns on learning Italian, German teacher Renate Grasstat takes a look at clichés and how they also apply to learning a language. read more
All about educating your family and yourself abroad 08/02/2008
One of the greatest concerns of families about to expatriate is how the move will affect their children's education. Our newly launched E-special brings together the views of parents, students and teachers taking part in our recent education poll and, hopefully, covers all your questions concerning this vital topic. read more
finance
Banking in Germany: A survey of products and services 07/12/2007
Expatica Germany surveyed six large banking institutions and one online provider on the various accounts they provide, EC and credits, savings accounts, ATMs and transfering money. Here is a comparative list of what we learned. read more
Banking on the right bank 03/12/2007
Moving to a new country is exciting. But let’s face it, the bureaucratic hassles of registering at the Bezirksamt, setting up a phone line and opening up a bank account are not. To help you navigate the banking jungle, we surveyed six large institutions and an on-line bank to help you choose the right one for you. read more
Ask our accountant: Changes to the German tax law 14/06/2006
Some of the few people in Germany not currently obsessed with the World Cup are the members of the Bundesrat, who are preparing to adopt the latest tax reform acts before the summer break. Expatica's tax advisor Martin Brune outlines the changes which will effect the pocket of almost every tax payer. read more
Ask our accountant: Double trouble 31/01/2006
Expatica's resident accountant Martin Brune explains the arcane mysteries of double tax treaties to three readers who each have ties to two countries. read more
Complicated and confused 24/11/2005
Expatica's resident tax accountant Martin Brune comes to the rescue of Expatica readers bewildered by the German tax system. read more
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No resume? No problem. The creative package... 30/04/2008
You are ready to sell yourself to the world. Finding a new job is like conducting a marketing campaign, says careers expert Penelope Brown. read more
A passport to expat life: Teaching English 23/04/2008
Justine Whitcutt is one of an increasing number of expats who’ve discovered that teaching the English language is a way to make their globe-trotting financially viable. The only requirement is a recognised teaching qualification. read more
Is your NetRep spoiling your employment chances? 12/03/2008
It's a mistake being made by people the world over. That funny email name, those crazy photos you posted on Facebook or MySpace. They may have been intended for friends' eyes only but the truth is, they can be viewed by anyone who cares to look - and that includes prospective employers. read more
Longer life may mean later retirement 04/03/2008
State retirement ages worldwide look set to increase, spurred on by the twin pressures of increasing social security costs and lower mortality rates. read more
The Proposed European Blue Card System 22/01/2008
The European Union's recent proposal aims to attract highly skilled migrants by granting them access to all EU labour markets - but with some important limitations. read more
relocation
Family matters! 10/04/2008
Are you getting the relocation support you need in order to succeed as a moveable family? Expat expert Robin Pascoe gives you a channel for input. read more
The expat experience can be good for children 19/03/2008
Why parents needn't worry about the effects of expatriation on their children. read more
So you want to move to Germany? 27/02/2008
A foreigner wanting to visit Germany faces some daunting rules and regulations. One American, Georg Behrendt, details his experiences in a new series. read more
The Proposed European Blue Card System 22/01/2008
The European Union's recent proposal aims to attract highly skilled migrants by granting them access to all EU labour markets - but with some important limitations. read more
How to unpack your old self 16/10/2007
Expats may have heard about the stress involved in moving to a new country, but the experience can still throw many off balance. Carole Ann Rice believes that coaching offers expats the support they need to rediscover themselves in their new identity. read more
today's headlines
Jacinta's World: Bad peas 09/05/2008
Expatica columnist Jacinta Nandi a.k.a Candi Girl details what's hot this month on the Berlin Spoken Word scene. read more
Cinema Reviews : 8 - 15 May 2008 08/05/2008
In this week's Expatica cinema section - in collaboration with Picturenose - James Drew reviews the "epic" 'Mongol', "tasteless comedy" in 'Teeth', and the "predictable" 'What Happens in Vegas....' read more
Communist East Germany no safe haven for Jews after war 23/04/2008
Repressive measures adopted during this period made life tricky for Jews who had opted to live in its capital, East Berlin, Leipzig, Erfurt or Dresden. read more
Cinema Reviews : 10 - 16 April 2008 10/04/2008
In this week's Expatica cinema section - in collaboration with Picturenose - James Drew reviews the "gimmicky" remake of 'The Eye', the "loathsome" 'Step Up 2: The Streets', the glossy '21' and Loach's "satisfying" 'It's a Free World...' read more
What's on this month 03/04/2008
Check out our picks this month in our updated What's On guide for exhibitions, festivals, readings music and theatre. read more
A home for a home: Swapping personal space
Expatica Germany’s editor details how she came to be a regular ‘home-exchanger.’
disscussion forum
- International News why hillary can't win 2, by wanda_2005 16/05/2008 07:20
- Groups & Clubs Contact site for friends in Germany, by lintlin 15/05/2008 09:50
- Expat Get-Togethers Travel Get-togethers! Expat Freedom, by jerry33 14/05/2008 19:38
- Jobs any hotel, labouring or factory jobs going at the moment?, by badknee 13/05/2008 11:09
- German News Apology, by mikeyt 12/05/2008 17:14
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meaning : Who is the person in charge?
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