New Year’s Traditions in Germany: Neujahrsbraeuche

On December 28, 2011, in Berlin, Bremen, Düsseldorf, Frankfurt, Hamburg, Main, Munich, by For the People

In the U.S. we often celebrate New Year’s Eve with champagne, singing Auld Lang Syne or watching the crystal ball drop on TV in Times Square. In Germany there are other traditions for New Year’s Eve, such[...]

Dreaming of a White Christmas?

On December 23, 2011, in Berlin, Bremen, Düsseldorf, Frankfurt, Hamburg, Main, Munich, by For the People

Given the recent snowfall throughout the country, we wondered, “What are[...]

Low Emission Zones in Germany

On December 22, 2011, in Berlin, Bremen, Düsseldorf, Frankfurt, Hamburg, Main, Munich, by For the People

Beginning January 1st, 2012, only vehicles displaying green emission stickers will be allowed to enter the city of Frankfurt and other cities throughout Germany’s low emission zones. Other[...]

Voting in the 2012 Elections

On December 20, 2011, in Alerts and Warnings, Berlin, Bremen, Düsseldorf, Frankfurt, Hamburg, Main, Munich, by For the People

2012 marks an important election year in the United States. The Uniformed and Overseas Citizens Absentee Voting Act (UOCAVA) covers you while you reside overseas, and assists you in exercising your right to vote.