Some Thoughts on Cultural Differences Between the US, France, and Germany
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Business dress codes: Differences between the US, Germany, and France
Tourists are easy to recognize by their clothes. But, you might be surprised to hear…
How different are high-prestige jobs in the US vs. France?
In the US, business men and women are highly regarded. In France, high-prestige jobs are…
Differences In Winter Between Germany And Washington, DC
Life just comes to a complete halt as soon as it snows in Washington. Germans…
The Upside: Any differences from the original French movie?
Remaking the French blockbuster for a US audience is challenging as Americans respond to humor…
Did the French, Germans, and Americans celebrate Christmas differently?
Week after week, I do my best to shed light on cultural differences between the…
How can the same mebendazole pill cost $1 in Germany and $450 in the US?
For the same active substance (mebendazole) and same dosage (100 mg), Americans pay over 45,000%…
Public Restrooms: A Huge Difference Between the US and Germany or France
If nudity is taboo in the US, why are American public restrooms a privacy nightmare?…
Is An Oak Sapling An Appropriate Present For President Trump?
During his official state visit to the US, President Macron handed over an oak sapling…
What Do Germans Really Think About The Super Bowl?
Sports is a comfortable small-talk topic. However, few Europeans are aware of the Super Bowl,…
If a Picture Is Worth a Thousand Words, Does Trump, Merkel, or Macron Have the Best Portrait?
The official portraits of Trump, Merkel, and Macron couldn’t be more different. Since WWII, Germany…
Goodbye 2017 and Welcome 2018!
In terms of events in my French-German-American life, 2017 brought lively elections along with dramatic…
Why do Americans Spend So Much More for Christmas than the Germans or French?
The last Christmas survey from Deloitte highlighted Christmas spending around the world. This year, Americans…
Has Holiday Stress Become a Universal Tradition?
Is holiday stress self-imposed? In both Europe and the US, celebrating the holidays requires extra…
Navigating the cultural pitfall of doggy bags
The American custom of bagging up leftovers in restaurants is still disconcerting for most restaurants…
Charity: A little-known cultural difference between Germany and the US
Germans devote less money, time, and energy to charity than Americans. Instead, Germans, rely on…
Inside a Lidl store in the US: How does it compare to Aldi?
For me, shopping at Lidl was enjoyable: the store is well-lit, spacious, and clean, and…
Flirting or Sexual Harassment? The Case that’s Moving Women Everywhere.
Over the weekend, #MeToo became a top trend nationwide. But, the truth is that sexual…
I love lobster. Luckily for me, I live in the US!
Do you remember my rant about American food last month? Well, if there is one…
Why Not Send Your Kids To Summer Camp in Germany?
In Mayence, Germany, I paid $170 for a one-week tennis camp for one of my…