1. German Cuisine
German food is varied and delicious. Each region has its own specialty dishes and traditional cuisine. Pork sausages are an institution in Germany such as Bratwürste usually cooked on barbeques and Currywurst covered in a mix of Ketchup and some curry powder. Don’t hesitate to try this food at Germany’s restaurants, the dishes quality is excellent, and you can find more than 14 Michelin-starred restaurants. Use yelp app to discover the best places.
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2. Language
The official language of Germany is German. In travel and tourism sectors people speak English and you will not experience language troubles. However, in village areas, you would probably feel helpless in the middle of the street if the other person fails to guide you with directions. Don’t worry! You can always trust in Google maps to rescue.
3. Museums and Memorials
There are more than 6,250 museums in Germany for discovering and exploring art and history, technology and architecture, literature and the natural world. Berlin is home to 180 museums and memorial sites, and three opera houses. One of the world's most captivating memorials is the Holocaust that claimed the lives of some 6 million Jews. The memorial’s design produces a cold and mechanized atmosphere, the way in which the Holocaust was carried out.
4. Nightlife
Germany is well-known for its nightlife. There is a wide range of bars, nightclubs and live music events and places. The Germans love a good night out, and if you're in any major city you won't struggle to find a good club. Berlin is considered by many to be the best clubbing city in Europe and generally accepted as the home of techno.
5. Moving around Germany
Transportation is convenient in Germany, you can move by train like InterCityExpres or ICE of Deutsche Bahn, connecting all major cities. You can move by road: Germany is world famous for its road networks, especially the motorways or Autobahn. The APP Bus & Bahn is very useful to know about routes and tickets for all public transport in Berlin and Brandenburg.
6. Beer culture
German beer culture is pure passion. Having approximately 5,000 beer brands and more than 40 different types of beer, it is considered the national drink. Germans hold many beers festivals, the most famous is the Oktoberfest.
7. Power Connector
In Germany, the power sockets are of type F. Therefore, if your country doesn’t use this type of power connector you should get a power plug adapter.
8. Internet Connection
Get connected to the internet is so necessary when traveling. In Germany, you can use roaming from your local carrier. However, the roaming fee can be dreadfully high. On the other hand, connect to public Wi-Fi hotspot isn’t useful when you have to move from one place to other. The best option to stay connected is renting a Pocket Wi-Fi; it is a cheap, convenient, safe, and stable way to get an internet connection.
Read more here about how to stay connected to the internet in Germany.
9. Best season to travel
Anytime! Every season has its charm; even seasons that are relatively quiet in other European countries can turn into elaborate affairs in Germany, such as the Christmas Markets. Then, selecting your ideal time to visit will depend on your travel type and what activities you are interested in and how many crowds you want to battle.
10. Germany is a Safe and Secure Country
As one of the safest countries in Europe, crime in Germany is at a very low level, and there is a low risk for travelers when it comes to pickpockets or threat. The German people are polite and generous and are also great hosts; most will try to help if they spot you are in any difficulty.