I am going to work as Cultural Representative at Epcot. Eleven different countries get representated at the World-Showcase with Cast Members, only from those Countries. I decided to work as Merchandise Cast-Member. We sell "typical" German Souvenirs like Kukuksuhren and Caramel-Sweets.
As i want to represent the german culture as good as possible, i made a list with things to share with the world: Because Germany has way more to offer than the best cars, huge Biergarten and the Neuschwanstein Castle: Germany offers a high quality of life, and metropolises like Berlin and Munich regularly show up in the top 10 rankings of the best cities in the world. There are many things that make living in Germany unique ... especially the Germans.
1. We have the best bread
Living in Germany will change your opinion on bread forever, because German bread simply is the best – from the variety, to the taste and the quality. There are about 300 different types of bread that will make you forget about the so-called “bread” you know from home. By the way: Gummy Bears were also invented by a German!
2. We are always in time
Germans are famous for their punctuality! Always show up five minutes before the appointment, meeting, or date. If you meet friends, it’s ok to be right on time or even five minutes late, but that’s about as much room as you get. There’s no such thing as 4ish in Germany!
3. We actually do have humor
I know, it’s hard to believe, but we do have a great sense of humor. It’s just that non-Germans often don’t understand what’s so funny: German humor is built on seemingly serious statements, which become funny simply because of their context. It takes a while to get used to it (especially if you dont understand the German language).
4. We love our Sunday
Shopping on Sunday? Not possible in Germany. Originally, this was a religious rule as Sunday, the Lord’s Day, was a day of rest where one should not work. Now, it’s more of a secular tradition that gives people precious time for their families or hobbies. We take the “no work” rule very seriously, so don’t try to mow your lawn on a Sunday and have coffee and cake instead!
5. We really care
Maybe you’ve already run into a German and wondered why you get a 15-minute monologue on the person’s health, finances, and personal life after greeting them with a simple “How are you?”. In Germany it isn’t just a polite phrase - it’s a real question! People expect you to answer and talk about your life. So if you don`t want to end up in a long conversation,better say “Hallo!” and keep moving.
6. We prefer good old cash
In Germany, you can never assume that a store will accept your credit card for a payment. Without that one Euro coin you won`t even get a shopping cart at the Supermarket. Also, be prepared to pay for any plastic bags and to pack your groceries yourself (how dare us ...).
7. We are sometimes a bit weird
Germans have a staring problem: Either the old lady in the house next door or the kid across street: We are watching you! In Germany, intense eye contact is a daily occurrence and we use it to communicate. If a german is staring at you, it might not mean that he`s into you. Probably more like "Get outta ma way or i will push you off the sidewalk".
8. We say“thanks” but mean "no"
If someone asks you, “Would you like a drink?” and you say, “Danke” that actually means “No, thank you.” But if you say, “Bitte” or “Please,” that means yes. So to recap: "Thanks" means no thanks, and "please" means no. Good luck ever trying to hit on anyone.
9. Our Chancellor, Angela Merkel, was voted as the worlds hottest women.
Ok .. That`s enough. No one believes that.
10. We reserve Pool Loungers with Towels
No more words needed ... just don`t tell it anyone. Please.
See you in 64 days
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