For years, I chased German so I could study, work and feel a little less like a foreigner. Between courses,...
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Personal blog about migrating, thinking and living in Germany
I write when something troubles me or deserves to be told.
Personal stories, anecdotes, and unhurried reflections.
I’m Alejandro.
A Peruvian expat in Germany.
A systems engineer by profession, with hobbies including blogging, cooking, photography, and DJing.
I leave a little piece of myself in every project.
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Mom, Germany Gets Hot Too
Germany can turn into an oven too. Anecdotes, fans, and small tricks for surviving the heat when even sleeping becomes...
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Watching the World Cup from Germany
The World Cup comes around every four years, but nostalgia arrives much sooner. Between German-language broadcasts, beer-filled supermarkets, and theories...
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How to Dance in Germany
In Germany, fun is guaranteed 🎉 with a wide variety of events to go dancing 💃🕺. In this post, I’ll...
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Carnival of Cultures Berlin 2026: Dates, Events, and Tips
Summary with key information for the Carnival of Cultures in Berlin 2026
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Living the Carnival of Cultures in Berlin
In 2026, the Carnival of Cultures in Berlin turns 30 years old and here’s everything you should know if you’re...
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The Sun Returns to Germany, and So Do We
During winter, many of us spend our days counting down to spring like someone waiting for release from a sentence....
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Airport Anecdotes
I’ve had plenty of life anecdotes, some so absurd they feel like scenes from Mr. Bean 🤡✈️ So here’s a...
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When You Leave Germany, but Germany Doesn’t Leave You
When you spend too long away from home ✈️ and finally return, you discover something uncomfortable: you no longer fully...
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