Learning Abroad: Germany
Information about Germany
- CIA World Factbook - GermanyUS Central Intelligence Agency's summary of information about Germany. Includes maps and flags as well as geographic data, economic summaries, and military information.
- A History of Modern Germany : 1800 to the PresentAn eBook offering an accessible and engagingly written account of German history from 1800 to the present.
- US State Department Travel Information - GermanyUS State Department travel information for Germany.
- Embassy of the United States - GermanyWebsite for the US Embassy in Germany.
Sightseeing
- Let's Go GermanyA website featuring travel information written entirely for students by students. Browse this site to find information on visiting some of the most popular places in Germany.
- Trip Advisor- Things to do in GermanyBrowse this site to find information on some of the top tourist attractions in Germany, categorized by the city you're visiting.
- Trip Advisor- Things to do in KielThe Trip Advisor page specific to Kiel, Germany.
Related Library Guides
Germany Travel & Culture Guides
Note: These books are available for you to use before leaving the U--please do not take library books with you on your learning abroad trip. eBooks can be accessed online while on your trip.
Frommer's Germany 2009 by Available as an eBook by clicking the title link above.
Frommer's Germany features gorgeous color photos of the dazzling baroque architecture, picturesque villages, and beer gardens that await you. Come along with us and discover some of Europe's most spectacular scenery, from the medieval towns and half-timbered houses along the Romantic Road to lovely vineyards along the Rhine River.
German Survival Guide: the Language and Culture You Need to Travel with Confidence in Germany and Austria by Level 2, General Collection: PF3121 .B48 2008
German Survival Guide is a down-to-earth, bare-bones introduction to German that aims to make a trip abroad as smooth and enjoyable as possible.
Lonely Planet GermanyGeneral Collection, Level 2: DD16 .G385 2007
Five expert authors, 143 days of research, 140 maps.
Tailored itineraries and tips from locals help you discover Germany's surprises. Comprehensive coverage of cutting-edge Berlin nightclubs, rollicking Munich beer halls and peaceful Alps trails.
Culture Shock! Germany by General Collection, Level 2: DD290.26 .L67 2003
Culture Shock! country guides are easy-to-read, accurate, and entertaining crash courses in local customs and etiquette. Culture Shock! practical guides offer the inside information you need whether you're a student, a parent, a globetrotter, or a working traveler. Each Culture Shock! title is written by someone who's lived and worked in the country, and each book is packed with practical, accurate, and enjoyable information to help you find your way and feel at home.
Let's Go: Austria and Switzerland: Including MunichGeneral Collection, Level 2: DB16 .L48 2005
Completely revised and updated, Let's Go: Austria and Switzerland: Including Munich is your insider's guide to the Alpine countries. Our forty-five years of travel savvy deliver must-have tips and insights--from listings for regional festivals and arts events to a guide to eating Swiss fondue.
Language Help
Livemocha is a free online language learning resource that can help you brush up on your foreign language skills before traveling abroad. This resource combines traditional language learning methods, online practice, and interaction with native language speakers from around the world. Click here to sign up for a free account.
Germany
News
- The Local: Germany's News in EnglishWebsite for English language news about Germany
- New From Germany (New York Times)Breaking news from Germany from The New York Times.
- Die ZeitWebsite for the largest German newspaper (in German).
- BBC EuropeNews related to Europe from the BBC.
Programs in Germany
Some of the learning abroad programs in Germany currently offered. Check the Learning Abroad website for a complete list.
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