Category Archives: Germany

The Travel Wisdom of Bruce Lee

Posted on December 5, 2012 by Sarah

By Carlo Alcos Bruce Lee didn’t just kick ass. He stimulated minds, too. “The great mistake is to anticipate the outcome of the engagement; you ought not  to be thinking of whether it ends in victory or defeat. Let nature … Continue reading →

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Answers to Your “What If…?” Travel Fears

Posted on November 19, 2012 by Sarah

By Nicole Farrell, SWAP Intern “Traveling is awesome, but I think I’d miss home too much after a few months.” “Living abroad sounds cool, but it seems like such a crazy idea.  I don’t know anyone who has done it!” … Continue reading →

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12 Career Skills That Travel Will Improve

Posted on October 22, 2012 by Sarah

By Mabel Lee With an increasingly globalized world and the rising demands of competitive 21st century skills in the job market, travel is actually one of the best things you can do to boost your career skills and to develop … Continue reading →

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Top 5 SWAP Concerns… Solved!

Posted on September 7, 2012 by SWAP

It’s not a matter of wanting to SWAP abroad or not, you’ve always wanted to; but just when you’re about to register … the concerns start flooding in! This happens to most SWAPPERS, often paralyzed by the unknown: what will … Continue reading →

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A Travel Blogger’s Story – It’s Never Too Late!

Posted on July 13, 2012 by andreamueller

When I was younger I always assumed I’d travel once a year and eventually see every corner of the earth. I assumed this would happen IMMEDIATELY after starting my jewellery design business (which I jumped into fresh out of art … Continue reading →

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Nerding out on books and travel

Posted on May 23, 2012 by SWAP

Book-lover? Travel-lover?  Missing school? Why not read books set in your SWAP destination, check out literary landmarks, and visit the coolest bookstores in your SWAP destination? Visit literary landmarks in London with Twenty-Something Travel’s handy Book-Lover’s Guide to London. Off to Germany? The … Continue reading →

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Festivals All Over the World

Posted on May 1, 2012 by SWAP

Australia: The Melbourne Jazz Festival –  You’ll want to make your plans to attend this festival this month, as it runs from June 1 – 10 in – you guessed it – Melbourne. Running for over 10 years now, be … Continue reading →

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Bird’s Eye View: Germany

Posted on April 19, 2012 by SWAP

Here are some ways to catch a great view of Germany. In Munich, stop by St. Peter’s Church (Peterskirche) to see a church that has been rebuilt after fires, war and maintained after general wear and tear. What does this … Continue reading →

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Superstitions Around the Globe

Posted on April 13, 2012 by SWAP

Happy Friday the 13th! This ancient superstition stems from the combination of the least lucky day of the week and an unlucky number. In honour of this superstitious holiday we’ve found some superstitions from around the world. In many parts … Continue reading →

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Top things to do for free in Europe

Posted on November 25, 2011 by SWAP

Ok, we’ve done lists like this before…and we’ll do it again, and they’ll always be different because there are so many amazing and free things to do in Europe.  Mel, our Travel CUTS manager at Western (where you can register … Continue reading →

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Adventures in German baking

Posted on November 15, 2011 by SWAP

Katie has left the Ottawa Valley to embark on a SWAP Germany adventure. Follow her hilarious blog for tips on job hunting, issues with German baking instruments, and warnings about Google translate.

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Southwest Germany to Unwrap Holiday Season Christmas Markets

Posted on November 6, 2011 by SWAP

As Christmas approaches, southwest Germany is preparing to celebrate with Christmas markets and more. At Christmas time, Karlsruhe is transformed into a fairy tale landscape. In what is often called the “gateway to the Black Forest,” streets and shops are … Continue reading →

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Etiquette 101: Tipping Guide (for all over the world)

Posted on October 25, 2011 by SWAP

by Tim Murphy So you just had a five-star meal in Qatar. Or went scuba diving in beautiful Bohol in the Philippines. Well, lucky you! But how do you express your appreciation for the service you received? Are you in … Continue reading →

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10 Reasons Why Taking a Working Holiday is a Good Idea

Posted on September 1, 2011 by SWAP

A working holiday is when you spend a significant amount of time in another country and have the working rights to back it up. With this setup, you are able to pick up a job or two (or 6) and … Continue reading →

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Germans Say Nein to Kissing at Work

Posted on August 18, 2011 by SWAP

Great quote: “We can’t forbid [kissing in the workplace],” said the Knigge Society chairman. “But we have to protect people who don’t want to be kissed.” More on why you SWAP Germany participants shouldn’t try to kiss kiss your new … Continue reading →

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7 Things To Do in Berlin for Under 10 Euros

Posted on July 4, 2011 by SWAP

So much to see and do, so little coin required, check it out here

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SWAP 101: the official video!!

Posted on June 2, 2011 by SWAP

Finally: how SWAP works in video form. We are proud to present the work of our amazing intern, Erin Deli. The actors are pretty great too, eh? Watch it here

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Modern Metro: 14 of the World’s Coolest Subway Stations

Posted on May 31, 2011 by SWAP

Dark, smelly, filthy and crawling with rats – while this may be an accurate description of many subway stations and tunnels around the world, it definitely doesn’t apply to Barcelona’s Drassanes Station, Stockholm’s Tunnelbana, the Munich U-Bahn or 11 other … Continue reading →

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Top 10 Rude Gestures Around the World

Posted on March 4, 2011 by SWAP

A list of cultural mistakes to avoid if you ever want to be welcomed back Here

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Dating in Germany

Posted on February 25, 2011 by SWAP

Meeting people in Germany is rather easy, and you will seldom come up against a language barrier. Younger people tend to meet at bars and clubs while older adults move between their circles of friends. Germans, both men and women, … Continue reading →

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