Pros and Cons of Living in Germany

"Intelligent and provoking conversation European holidays Culture is everday International feelings Order and Structure is sometimes a good thing Life is about living and not just working," remarked one expat in Cologne.

"I found the love of my life and he balances and compliments me 100%. No men in the USA come clsoe to him," explained one expat living in Frankfurt.

"Finding the right job! It is not the tasks but the people that are making the difference," explained one expat.

"Expats in Germany often find it difficult to adjust to the reserved demeanor of the culture, as well as the punctuality and formality surrounding day-to-day interactions. Furthermore, the strong cultural focus on rules and regulations can make it hard for expats to feel comfortable with the process of acclimating. Additionally, the linguistic barrier that often exists when communicating with locals can be quite challenging for expats who do not speak the language. Finally, the lack of small talk, which is seen as a socially appropriate way to make conversation in other countries, can present unexpected hurdles for expats," said one person in Germany.

"Rigid social fences, lack of ambition among working class, rigid respect of rules that drives to lack of proactivity and creative thinking," remarked one expat in Hamburg.