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Top 5 Picks – Spree Boat Cruises in Berlin

July 25, 2023 by Brieann Pasko Leave a Comment

Golden late summer sunsets, all sorts of folks chilling on the banks of the Spree … it’s time to catch a glimpse of the city from the water. I’ve sorted my top 5 picks for Spree Cruises in Berlin. 

How to decide…

I do not care for typical tourist activities, with the exception of a boat tour. I have always wanted to do a boat tour in Berlin. It seems a beautiful way to view the city.

Although most boat tours include audio guides – some in English, others exclusively in German -, I’ve ignored them as a criteria for the most part – I’m there for the late summer vibes and the wind in my hair.

Food and drinks seem to be available for purchase on all boats, but are not included in any of the ticket options on the Visit Berlin website. Do check out that website if you don’t care for any of the following 5 suggestions. ☺️

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Filed Under: Life in Berlin Tagged With: cruise, summer, berlin

Applying for permanent residency in Germany: Brie’s story

July 11, 2023 by Brieann Pasko Leave a Comment

Like many things German-bureaucracy related, experiences vary depending on your caseworker, the wind, and the position of the moon divided by your appointment date. Just kidding. Sort of… I’m sharing my timeline and experience to give you a ballpark idea of what to expect. 

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Filed Under: Dealing with Problems, Immigration and Visas Tagged With: permanent residence, application

How to leave the church in Germany

July 4, 2023 by Brieann Pasko Leave a Comment

How to leave the church in Germany (Kirchenaustritt)

Are you a member of a religion that is subject to church tax in Germany? Considering leaving the church? You’ll need to go through a process called Kirchenaustritt.

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Filed Under: Dealing with Problems, Life in Germany, Uncategorized Tagged With: taxes, church

Meet Sebiha, our executive assistant

June 19, 2023 by Sebiha Demirkiran Leave a Comment

It is our absolute pleasure for you to meet our first executive assistant intern, Sebiha. What sort of internship is that? Better let Sebiha tell you – but first, a bit about her and how she got here.

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Filed Under: Learning German, Moving to Germany, Uncategorized Tagged With: internship

The Berlin WBS (Wohnberechtigungsschein) and how to get it

June 13, 2023 by Brieann Pasko Leave a Comment

Hunting for an apartment on a budget in Berlin? Try getting a WBS

We all know how insane the Berlin apartment situation has become. Even people with a significant and stable income – in other places, an easy guarantee for locking down a lease – often have to search and wait for months or even years to find an apartment in this ever-growing city. And anyone who was lucky enough to land a cute 2-bedroom apartment with an Einbauküche (every tenant’s dream!) by the canal in Kreuzberg will be sure to never terminate their lease. At least not in this lifetime.

Then what about the freelancers and people with low incomes? You don’t need to be a psychic to know that as a freelance artist, you are most likely at the bottom of the list of potential tenants for any given landlord. And it feels close to impossible to find your own humble abode.

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Filed Under: Life in Berlin, Moving to Germany, Life in Germany, Moving to Berlin Tagged With: berlin, WBS, apartments

Celebrate Pride with pride in Berlin

June 1, 2023 by Brieann Pasko Leave a Comment

Happy Pride Month! Let’s talk about how to celebrate Pride with pride in Berlin. We at Red Tape collected some info to help ourselves and you celebrate Pride by supporting its community.

*in Germany Pride is often called CSD or Christopher Street Day – read about that here.

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Filed Under: Life in Berlin Tagged With: berlin, CSD, Pride

Why “Erwerbstätigkeit gestattet” doesn’t always mean you can do whatever you want

May 30, 2023 by Kathleen Parker 3 Comments

Once you’ve been in Germany for a few years, the restrictions imposed on your work permit might melt away with the magic words “Erwerbstätigkeit gestattet” or “Erwerbstätigkeit erlaubt”. But these words can be misleading and have been known to put freelancers in a tight spot. We explain the confusing caveats of “free access to the job market”.

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Filed Under: Dealing with Problems, Freelance Life, Immigration and Visas Tagged With: erwerbstätigkeit

Understanding German rental leases

May 16, 2023 by Pablo Villegas Leave a Comment

Are you signing a German rental lease?

You want to understand all aspects of the German rental contract before you agree to it formally. But the clock is also ticking to seal the deal quickly. Given the short period of time you have to sign the tenancy contract, often a day or less, it can be challenging to figure out which parts of the rental lease are important, especially if you don’t understand German. Red Tape Translation can help.

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Filed Under: Moving to Germany, Life in Germany, Moving to Berlin, Moving to Munich

How to sauna like a pro in Germany

May 4, 2023 by Brieann Pasko Leave a Comment

A true sign of cultural assimilation is the ability to do the sauna like a pro – at least for this US American in Germany.

One of the first “warnings” I received as I arrived to Germany with a group of 30 other musicians, mostly North Americans, was about the sauna. “If you don’t take off your clothes, people will stare at you”. The idea of being naked in front of strangers was terrifying. So it would be a few years later before I gave it a fair chance.

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Filed Under: Life in Germany Tagged With: german sauna, culture

Why you must have an Impressum on your German business website

May 2, 2023 by Kathleen Parker Leave a Comment

When you build a website or web presence for your business in Germany, your “Impressum” must feature prominently. What is an Impressum and how do you write it?

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Filed Under: Being self-employed, Doing Business in Berlin, Freelance Life

The 7 Best Apps to Have on Your Phone in Berlin

April 24, 2023 by Kathleen Parker Leave a Comment

If you’re an expat in Berlin and you’re addicted to your phone, you’re in luck because there are some seriously cool apps available to make your life in Germany’s capital city easier. We’ve compiled a list of the most practical ones for you to download before your trip to Berlin. … Read more

Filed Under: Life in Berlin, Life in Germany, Moving to Berlin

How to adopt an animal in Berlin – a step by step guide

March 21, 2023 by Brieann Pasko Leave a Comment

If you’ve ever wondered how to adopt an animal in Berlin, it’s time to get to know the Tierheim [Animal Shelter]! So many sweeties are waiting for love and their forever homes. With a bit of time and patience, the caregivers at Tierheim Berlin can match you up with your best buddy.

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Filed Under: Life in Berlin Tagged With: animal adoption, pet, tierheim, berlin

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