The Perks Of Being A Native English Speaker In Germany
My first column here on Expat Focus was titled “The Perils of the Native English Speaker in Germany.” In that article, I…
Read more →Courtney Martin
Courtney is an American expat living in Germany. After studying abroad in Germany during college, she immediately knew that she wanted to go back. So after graduating, that’s just what she did! She now works as a freelance writer and is pursuing her Masters degree in Germany. To read more about her experiences and adventures, check out her blog at Welcome to Germerica.
Home Country vs Host Country: Expat Problems During the World Cup
With the World Cup in full swing, there is one question that people now ask me quite regularly: Will you root for…
Read more →Deconstructing Denglisch
Most Germans begin learning English in school at just six years old. This means that by the time they reach their teenage…
Read more →The Best American Foods You Won’t Find in Germany
It’s that time of year again. The time when little girls go door-to-door selling the most delicious cookies in the world. And…
Read more →Top 5 German Reality TV Shows
Since I need to pass a German fluency test in exactly one month, I am trying to go on an all-German diet.…
Read more →How To Celebrate Thanksgiving In Germany
For American expats, Thanksgiving can be a difficult holiday. But just because nobody else stuffing their face with exorbitant amounts of food…
Read more →The Perils of the Native English Speaker in Germany
The top tip for expats starting off in a new country is always to learn the native language. As an American expat…
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