Laurel
@Stuttgart girl
Canadian expat in Germany
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About me
Canadian
Lives in Munich
Speaks English, intermediate German
Registration: 06 August 2010
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a bit homesick by Jezebel
I like travel as much as the next person, but is there anyway to get over being homesick? I study the language and try to stay busy but I still feel a bit lost at times.
I think being homesick is part of being an expat and it sounds like you're getting out lots and meeting new people which is great. If I've having a really bad day, I will ask a friend to tell me everything wrong where I used to live - they will ... Read More
How to make friends in Stuttgart by expat.com
We have been talking about loneliness when you are abroad, let's now talk about how to make friends (locals or expatriates) when you're living in Stuttgart :top: Which are your best tips to meet people and to make friends in Stuttgart?? Thanks in ...
I've found the expat clubs and the Met Club have been very helpful in making friends in Stuttgart. See links below at: lr-expatgermany.blogspot.com/2010/10/resources-for-expats-living-in Read More
Reasons NOT to live in Germany?! Help!!! by Stefan64
I am seriously thinking of moving to Germany - lots of positive reasons of course. But I found this, and I would appreciate any informed thoughts. Thanks in advance... 1. Germans do not want to own property, most Germans prefer to rent and purchase ...
Regarding buying property, it's true that many Germans rent instead of buying, but this is more often out of necessity than by choice. Property is very expensive in Germany, especially in the big cities and many people can't afford to own property ... Read More
How to make friends in Hamburg by expat.com
We have been talking about loneliness when you are abroad, let's now talk about how to make friends (locals or expatriates) when you're living in Hamburg :top: Which are your best tips to meet people and to make friends in Hamburg?? Thanks in ...
I think the process for making friends anywhere is similar. Language classes are a good place to start, check Facebook groups and Meetup.com. There are 2 expat groups on Facebook for Stuttgart alone. Also, see if your city has an international ... Read More
Make friends in Hamburg by eyelash
Hola I am originally from Barcelona and I have been living in Hamburg for 5 months already. I find it really hard to make new friends.. people here are very polite though a tad distant. Back in Barcelona I would be sitting in a cafe reading and I ...
I am taking a German language course and over half the students are from Central or South America so this might be a good place to meet people. I've only had a week of classes and have already had 2 invitations for events outside of class. Read More
Canada to Germany - Language, jobs, housing etc. by mullenc525
Hi, I was born in Canada but luckily possess both a Canadian and UK passport. I am considering moving to Europe for a year to get some international work experience. I am a mechanical engineering graduate with several years work experience. ...
There are lots of engineering jobs but most of them require you to speak German. You may find you have better luck with an internship where language skills aren't as necessary, then you could take German classes while gaining experience in the ... Read More
Learning speak German by kayden
I will be visit to Germany in the December, along with many things to get ready for, the number i thing I am focusing on learning German.But I've never studied it. My friend suggest a website to me buy Rosetta stone, she tell me this is a best ...
I haven't tried Rosetta Stone, but have also been pleased with the BBC site. It's interactive and helps you learn German in concrete learning blocks. I've also been watching children's cartoons in German, which is helping. Read More
How to make friends in Hessen by expat.com
We have been talking about loneliness when you are abroad, let's now talk about how to make friends (locals or expatriates) when you're living in Hessen :top: Which are your best tips to meet people and to make friends in Hessen?? Thanks in ...
I'm not familiar with the clubs in Hessen, but would agree with the above suggestions. In addition, you could also try checking Facebook groups (that's how I found an expat dinner club in Stuttgart), googling "expats Hessen", or "international club ... Read More