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Baking in Germany is a Nightmare!

Baking is not one of my biggest passions, but sometimes I do get the urge to start whisking eggs and folding flour into things. Usually when I am feeling anxious…

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Learning German

I am a typical privileged, lazy Brit. I grew up hating learning languages in school and I always did the bare minimum to get the passing grade. My constant thought…

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Language: Hilarious Duolingo Phrases (2)

This week, we take a look at some more classics from the language learning app, Duolingo. If you haven’t read my previous post on this, be sure to check that…

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  • Lalia Berlin Language School - is it worth it? Complete review by Steffi Montague (adventuresofsteffi.com)
    Language

    LALIA BERLIN LANGUAGE SCHOOL – IS IT WORTH IT? COMPLETE REVIEW!

    2023-03-05 / No Comments

    Hello, sweet blog readers! I have returned once more to bring you a delightful slice of language-themed cake. Why? Because I recently completed a four-week semi-intensive German course and I want to let you know how it went. My language journey was, well, um..non-existent in 2022. There was a lot…

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    Language: 11 Useful German Question Phrases

    2020-08-11

    Language: Hilarious Duolingo Phrases (2)

    2020-07-27

    Duolingo is Hilarious (German edition)

    2020-04-05
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    Travel

    The longest castle in the world has an interesting history and stunning views! (Visit Bavaria series)

    2023-02-12 / No Comments

    Welcome, dear readers! Are you ready to explore the hidden gems of Germany and discover some breathtaking sights? If so, buckle up because today, I’m taking you to the charming town of Burghausen in Bavaria to see the longest castle in the world. Nestled in the hills of this quaint…

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    Travel: Mini-Getaway to Saxon Switzerland

    2020-09-28

    Travel Diary: a weekend in South Tyrol

    2020-08-16

    2020-01-17
  • Background image of mince pies on a table decorated for Christmas with text that reads "The History of Mince Pies: A holiday explainer special." Website given: www.adventuresofsteffi.com Photo credit: Edward Howell on Unsplash
    Culture

    Holiday explainer special: the history of mince pies! 🥧

    2022-12-23 / No Comments

    It’s an English Christmas staple. Found on pretty much every table during the holiday season, Mince Pies are sweet, fruity (and often boozy!) pies made from shortcrust pastry and something called mincemeat. If you’re not British (or from the US, as we’ll find out later…), then you might have only…

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    Culture: 10 Weird Things About the British

    2020-10-24
    Adventures of Steffi - How to find a job in Germany PLUS 10 signs you're ready for a career change with Lisa Janz Job Coach Germany

    How to find a job in Germany PLUS 10 signs you’re ready for a career change – with Lisa Janz Job Coach Germany.

    2021-11-15

    10 super weird things about Germans that were a big culture shock when I moved here.

    2020-10-18
  • Personal

    Life Lately.

    2022-11-21 / No Comments

    Dear reader, are you still out there? It might seem like it’s been a really, really long time since I pressed “publish” on a post, but it’s only because it has been a really, really long time since I pressed “publish” on a post. Do you even care that I…

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    Finding joy in being a beginner (plus my 3 top tips on how to be a beginner)

    2021-06-20
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    It’s good to talk – mental health as an expat with Ettie Jayne from The Alignment Alchemist

    2021-05-31

    A different kind of self-care

    2021-03-21
  • Visit Bavaria - an English language travel guide to Bavaria Tourism.
    Travel

    VISIT BAVARIA: THE ROMANTIC ROAD – DINKELSBÜHL & OETTINGN i.B.

    2022-05-29 / 1 Comment

    If you’re going to visit Bavaria, then you NEED to check out the Romantic Road! So today, we’re going to take a little road trip together. Get in loser, we’re going travelling. 🛣️ The Romantic Road If you’re going to visit Bavaria, then head to the Romantic Road. It’s a…

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    2020-01-22

    Explore: Rothenburg ob der Tauber

    2020-03-15

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  • How to Fall in love with Sao Paulo Adventures of Steffi
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    How to fall in love with São Paulo in 10 easy steps

    2022-05-01 / No Comments

    I went to Sao Paulo. It was great fun. Read all about it here!

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    Travel Diary: a weekend in South Tyrol

    2020-08-16

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    2020-03-15

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  • Moving to Germany in 2022? Here are 21 amazing resources to get you started!
    Culture

    Moving to Germany? Here are 21 great resources to get you started!

    2022-02-13 / 1 Comment

    One of my ✨ most popular ✨ Instagram posts is one I wrote for the #MayOnTheMove challenge in 2021. I decided to expand the list a little and give a bit more detail on each recommendation. So here is a list of 21 invaluable resources to help you if you’re…

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    It’s good to talk – mental health as an expat with Ettie Jayne from The Alignment Alchemist

    2021-05-31
    Background image of mince pies on a table decorated for Christmas with text that reads "The History of Mince Pies: A holiday explainer special." Website given: www.adventuresofsteffi.com Photo credit: Edward Howell on Unsplash

    Holiday explainer special: the history of mince pies! 🥧

    2022-12-23

    REVEALED: 9 Strange Myths About Germans

    2020-08-28
  • Bad Days Abroad Clarity Coaching for Expats Adventures of Steffi Interview
    Culture

    Should I stay or go? How expat coaching can help you find clarity, with Katherine from Bad Days Abroad.

    2022-01-30 / No Comments

    The final interview in the Expat Coach series is here!  This one is a little different, because Katherine is not, strictly speaking, an expat coach. But she does help expats.  I came across Katherine’s blog when I was going through a rough time adjusting to life abroad. It was the…

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    Adventures of Steffi - How to find a job in Germany PLUS 10 signs you're ready for a career change with Lisa Janz Job Coach Germany

    How to find a job in Germany PLUS 10 signs you’re ready for a career change – with Lisa Janz Job Coach Germany.

    2021-11-15

    Culture: 10 Weird Things About the British

    2020-10-24
    Recycling in Germany

    CULTURE: Recycling in Germany

    2021-03-02
  • Chameleon Coaching: the difference between an expat coach and an intercultural trainer
    Culture

    What’s the difference between an expat coach and an intercultural trainer? Discover it with Chameleon Coaching!

    2022-01-23 / No Comments

    Welcome to the next instalment of my expat coach interview series. Are you a current or an aspiring expat? Have you ever heard of an expat coach? Or wondered what the f*** they actually do? Then this is the series for you! Check out my other interviews with expat coaches…

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    7 German comedians guaranteed to make you laugh

    2021-05-04
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    2021-10-17
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    5 things I love about England and 5 things I don’t.

    2021-10-11
  • Culture

    What exactly does an Expat Coach do? Helping expats make friends abroad with Sarah, friendship and expat coach.

    2022-01-16 / No Comments

    Welcome back to my series all about Expat Coaching!  If you didn’t know, I’m on the hunt to find out exactly what Expat Coaching is all about. To do that, I’ve asked five expat coaches to provide me with answers to some of my burning questions. Take a look at…

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    2021-12-22

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    2021-03-12

    What exactly is expat coaching? Find out in 10 questions with Share the Love Coaching!

    2022-01-09
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Literally 30 seconds apart 🤦🏻‍♀️ We h Literally 30 seconds apart 🤦🏻‍♀️

We had a huge hail storm that cut the power then beautiful sunshine and calm.

Aber wir sind ja nicht aus Zucker 🤷🏻‍♀️
*confused in hochdeutsch* I don't care that the I *confused in hochdeutsch*

I don't care that the Instagram algorithm doesn't like you sharing TT content I'm too lazy to make 2 sets of content for different platforms and I thought this was funny so it's WHAT YOU'RE GETTING 🤷🏻‍♀️🤷🏻‍♀️

In fairness, my neighbour's dialects aren't all that bad and it's sort of a weird mix between bairisch and schwäbisch. I went to Rosenheim once and might as well have been in an entirely different country 😭
I will be sad to retire this coat when the time co I will be sad to retire this coat when the time comes. I've worn it all winter and it's given me warmth and a little bit of sunshine wherever I go. Lord knows the German winters need a bit of brightness.

Anyway, I'm having my second existential crisis of the year right now. How are you doing? 

📍 Augsburg, Germany
📸 @ozonehostile (like a good sosh media boyf)
I love this place 😍 📍Lechfall, Füssen, Bav I love this place 😍

📍Lechfall, Füssen, Bavaria
📸 @theadventuresofsteffi

#lifeingermany #livingingermany #visitbavaria #lifeinbavaria #bavariagermany #explorebavaria #exploregermany #traveleurope #europeanexplorer
Ever heard of the Romantic Road in Germany? 😍 Ever heard of the Romantic Road in Germany? 😍

The almost 400 km stretch of road in Bavaria showcases some of the most stunning towns in Germany.

From fairy-tale castles to charming villages, every turn offers a magical new adventure! ❤️🌹🏰
We got mountains, lakes and castles. What more cou We got mountains, lakes and castles. What more could you want? 😍

📍 Neuschwanstein Castle, Bavaria
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#neuschwanstein #neuschwansteincastle #lifeingermany #livingingermany #lifeinbavaria #visitbavaria #bavariatourism #visitgermany #explorebavaria #exploregermany #traveleurope #exploreeurope
Things I got to talk about in my @laliaberlin onli Things I got to talk about in my @laliaberlin online German course:

✨ The increased use of English in Germany and whether it's a good or a bad thing.
✨ The differences between older and younger generations.
✨ Reasons to be mad at your neighbours and how to express your dislike for their activities. (EIN SEHR WICHTIGES THEMA FÜR DIE DEUTSCHE INTEGRATION!!)

Learn more in my latest blog post 💻 adventuresofsteffi.com
🍰 Time for a slice of language-themed cake! 🍰

In January, I took a 4-week, semi-intensive German course with @laliaberlin 🇩🇪

Because I'm a lazy content creator, you're getting the review in March.

Here's a peek into my morning classes! Check out the full review in my latest blog post ✌️

(link in bio etc. etc.)
brighter days are before us 🙏💜 brighter days are before us 🙏💜
This is (officially) the longest castle in the wor This is (officially) the longest castle in the world. Surprise, surprise it was expanded to its current length of over 1 km by a bunch of rich Bavarian dukes.

Men always gotta be compensating for something...😏

Anyway I've got a new blog post up all about it, so go take a look if you're interested. Or don't, if you're not 🤷🏻‍♀️ (link in bio, you know the drill) 

📍 Burg Burghausen, Bavaria, Germany
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