Archive for July, 2009

News

Mutual-aid exercise helps hone skills

by Master Sgt. Steve Horton
Ramstein Public Affairs

Ramstein and local German emergency responders conducted a mutual-aid
response exercise June 26 to test procedures put in place in the event
of a large-scale incident on base.

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Lifestyle

The hidden gems of Berlin

The hidden gems of Berlin

by Derek Miller
Contributing writer

A friend once remarked that their visit to Berlin had been
unremarkable, referring to its modern look and acute lack of visible
historical character. So it was with some trepidation that I departed
by train for the 5.5-hour trip this summer.

But after three days of exploring this magnificent city, my experience
could not have been better. Berlin

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Lifestyle

48 hours in the Hague: Spend a weekend off the beaten path

48 hours in the Hague: Spend a weekend off the beaten path

by Derek Miller
Contributing writer

When visitors arrive in Germany, the are often encouraged to visit the

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Lifestyle

Heidelberg: America’s favorite German city

Heidelberg: America’s favorite German city

Story and photos by Morgen Wright
Contributing writer

With a large American population and more museums and tourist sites
than Paris, Heidelberg is one of the top destinations for Americans in
the area.

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Commentary

Speak up! Overcoming the language barrier

by Anna Hruska
AdvantiPro intern

Living in a foreign country can be both exciting and challenging. While
experiencing new food and culture can be an enjoyable part of living
overseas, the language barrier can often cause frustration. Although it
can be difficult, the best way to truly immerse your self in a foreign
culture is to attempt to speak the language.

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Commentary

Economy Travel: Budget more than just your money. Remember to also budget your time.

Economy Travel: Budget more than just your money. Remember to also budget your time.

by Sharon Olson
Contributing writer

Budgeting time, energy and money when traveling can mean the difference
between returning to post-vacation routines depleted and frazzled or
refueled with a surge of endorphins. With places like Paris, Prague,
Brugge and Berlin on the list, it makes sense to prioritize. Insightful
travelers know how to carefully balance their allotted resources.

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Schools

the Dynamikum Science Center: A hands-on experience for all ages

the Dynamikum Science Center: A hands-on experience for all ages

Story and photos by A.L. Shaff
Contributing writer

In a magical place just 30 minutes south of Kaiserslautern, balls fly
in strange ways, kids use their minds to out-think their parents and
levers flip to make gears spin. Though the kids think they

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Schools

Games and activities of yesteryear to get kids moving and using their imaginations

Games and activities of yesteryear to get kids moving and using their imaginations

Salt Art By using plain table salt and food coloring, you can create colored ‘sand’ for your children to create their own masterpieces with. Gather beforehand: Salt – ½ cup for each color you intend to make Zip-top baggies – one for each color you intend to make Food coloring […]

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Schools

The Simple Life: Returning to a less complicated time makes summer vacations more memorable

The Simple Life: Returning to a less complicated time makes summer vacations more memorable

by Sharon Olson
Contributing writer

“Bubble gum, bubble gum, in a dish … ” The sing-song chant of the game went around the circle until someone was declared ‘it.’ When I think about how I used to spend the summer months of my childhood, and how different it was from how many kids nowadays are […]

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Features

A drink for the soul

A drink for the soul

by Morgen Wright
Contributing writer

Travelers from all around the world come to Germany

July 3, 2009 ×