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Archive — July 2015

Tourism

Best sea resorts in Germany

The German coast and the islands of the Baltic and North Seas are famous for their resorts and attract millions of tourists every year – not only in summer, but year-round. The most popular among…

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Auto tour

Norway switches to electric vehicles

Norway should become a world leader in converting motor vehicles to electric traction. This proposal was made last week by one of Norway's three governing parties, Venstre. The statement, which…

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Shopping

Czechs shop online

In the Czech Republic, a new trend is in fashion: groceries ordered online. This is not about ready-made food – pizza or chicken wings – but about what everyone is used to going to stores for: meat…

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Real estate

French Riviera Gets Cheaper

The French Riviera – the Mediterranean coast from Toulon to the Italian border – is considered one of the most prestigious places for recreation and real estate purchases. In recent years, prices…

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Work

East Germany Outworks the West

A quarter of a century has passed since German reunification, but there is no hint of unity in either pay or working conditions for residents of the old and new federal states: the population of the…

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Tourism

How to Rediscover Turkey

Turkey is one of those tourist destinations that our travelers prefer more and more often. Well, there must be an explanation for this phenomenon. Let's try to find out why this country is so popular…

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Integration

One Union, Different Tastes

The Czech Republic has been part of the European Union since May 2004, which was preceded by lengthy negotiations, in particular on transition periods ensuring a smooth transition of the country to a…

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Gourmet guide

Coffee: The Sultan's Drink

That incredible smell of morning, freshness, dawn, the start of a new day. A smell so cozy, homely, and yet dynamic, invigorating, inspiring you to rush toward the new day. Uniting such different…

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Curiosities

How Many Times to Kiss in France

Trips to new countries – whether for work or leisure – can often feel like taking a school exam in global etiquette. But there are two simple rules that, if followed, can ensure the greeting ritual…

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Sport

Vessel for a sea trip – a yacht or a catamaran?

Going on vacation to a seaside resort and not taking a sea trip is a big mistake. Standing on the deck in the open sea, you can circle the entire coast, thoroughly explore the surrounding landscapes…

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Everyday life

Vacationer Goes to a Monastery

Walking the multi-kilometer Way of St. James, the famous pilgrimage route, or retreating to a monastery for a week or two – that is how many Europeans are deciding to spend their summer today. They…

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News

Germany swells with refugees

The number of asylum seekers in the first half of 2015 more than doubled. Nearly one in two migrants comes to Germany from the Balkan Peninsula.

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Real estate

How to inexpensively rent an apartment in the center of Kyiv for a day?

Many modern users and travel enthusiasts know that renting an apartment daily in Kyiv, located in close proximity to its central part, always costs much more than renting a similar property located…

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Technology

Industrial Fans: Types and Features

The production of household appliances for industrial purposes is constantly expanding its capabilities. Currently, several types of industrial fans are manufactured, each of which is used to solve…

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Sport

Safety Equipment for Motor Boats

Before going sailing, you need to take care of your safety. On small motor boats with a capacity of no more than two people, it is enough to have only vests or life jackets. Larger vessels must also…

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News

13 percent of Russians ready to leave

Only 13 percent of Russians are ready to move abroad. Among the main reasons are dissatisfaction with government policies and problems with human rights observance, reports Kommersant citing a VTsIOM…

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Photo

Tourists found the most beautiful islands

The Galapagos archipelago in Ecuador topped the ranking of the most scenic and interesting islands for tourists in the world. This is reported by The Daily Mail citing a vote conducted among readers…

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Photo

Top Ten German Souvenirs

Every tourist wants to bring something home from vacation. Souvenir shops in German towns and villages are overflowing with all sorts of trinkets. In addition to ubiquitous refrigerator magnets…

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Education

Chance for a Scholarship in Germany

The Germany Scholarship (Deutschlandstipendium) program was launched at the initiative of the German government in 2011. Its goal is to support talented young people in obtaining higher education…

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Photo

Second Ten German Souvenirs

As we already know, tourists bring from Germany as souvenirs Berlin bears, fragments of the famous Berlin Wall, and beer steins. But these are not all the gifts that hospitable Germany offers to…

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Culture

Who is Frank Rosenthal?

Remember the movie 'Casino' directed by Martin Scorsese? Well, this film is not at all about gangsters. The movie is based on the book of the same name by Nicholas Pileggi and Larry Shandling, who…

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Here's a Wigwam Real estate

Here's a Wigwam

Recently, national open-air museums that recreate the everyday life of various peoples of the world have become increasingly popular. The key place in them is given to houses, and in some places such…

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Country guide

Korean Mermaids

In South Korea, there is a profession – hunter of sea creatures. For a country surrounded by sea on three sides, nothing unusual. What is curious is that this work is mainly done by women. Gazeta.Ru…

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Immigration

Easier to Deport, Easier to Stay

The Bundestag approved a sweeping reform of the legislation on granting political asylum in Germany. The changes will mainly give young refugees who have managed to find work the opportunity to stay…

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