Learning a foreign language like German is challenging! There are no corners you can cut or shortcuts you can take—it’s all about putting in the hard work. But that doesn’t mean learning a language can’t be fun. With this German language learning gift guide, you can show your support to a special someone in your […]
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For generations, Germany has been known for engineering, design, and quality products. For those of us who love Germany, there’s nothing better than bringing a bit of the German lifestyle into our own homes. Whether you are looking for a holiday gift, a birthday present, or just a thoughtful token, I’ve gathered some gift ideas
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German actress Christiane Paul’s journey to the dramatic arts is anything but typical. The award-winning actress almost took an entirely different path as a practicing medical doctor. Ultimately, Paul’s call to the performing arts proved too strong. This month, take the opportunity to learn German with films and discover more about Christiane Paul!
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Get ready to feel festive and holly-jolly because the winter holidays are upon us! From Hanukkah to Christmas celebrations in Philadelphia, its suburbs, and throughout the tri-state area, it’s time to deck the halls and countdown to the New Year! But before that happens, there are plenty of winter festivals and Christmas events in Philadelphia
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There’s nothing more exciting than opening your mailbox to find a package, which is part of why subscription boxes have become so popular. One such service is the TokyoTreat box, specializing in Japanese snacks and candy. The team at TokyoTreat kindly reached out and sent me their November 2024 “Osaka Snackathon” theme box to try.
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Peter Maffay is an icon of the German music scene. He has been incredibly prolific and remarkably successful over the past five decades. Maffay has created a unique sound that blends traditional Schlager with good old-fashioned rock’n’roll. And while he has announced he is stepping back from major tours, he remains a dedicated musician and
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Since 2013, Sebastian Bezzel has been the star of the Heimatkrimi film adaptations of Rita Falk’s popular book series. In those films he is known as the rock’n’roll-loving and somewhat aloof Bavarian policeman Franz Eberhofer. And while Bezzel has starred in nine Eberhofer films, he is an accomplished actor with formal training and experience as
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Every local my husband and I met during our long weekend in Los Angeles said the same thing: we had to go hiking in Griffith Park. In truth, a hike to see the Griffith Observatory and the Hollywood Sign was already on my list of must-dos. But hearing it recommended over and over was reassuring.
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Once upon a time, books were a luxury for the privileged minority. Today, with digitization, libraries are slowly disappearing. A select few have become must-see spots with stunning architecture and important history that attract visitors from around the world. Chief among them is the Austrian National Library State Hall, one of the most beautiful places
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For centuries, the Habsburgs called Schloss Schönbrunn in Vienna, Austria, their summer residence. What was once off limits to us mere mortals is now a must-see where travelers can spend a day (or more) strolling its halls and soaking up the sun in the sprawling public park. With its massive scale, impressive gardens, and remarkable
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In less than a decade, German actress Devrim Lingnau has built her acting career on one television role after another. One of her earliest roles saw her as part of the regular cast of an adventure and mystery show for young adults. But her turn as the famous empress, Sisi of Austria, has won acclaim
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In the spring of 2024, a video of two German musicians singing a German language tongue-twister went viral — not just in Germany, but worldwide. The video gained immense popularity and crossed cultural barriers with its catchy rhythm, sing-song lyrics, and inherent silliness. Featuring Marti Fischer, the song was the creation of Bodo Wartke. Wartke
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