Tag Archives: shopping

Trends in the Tri-Border Area

Posted on August 11, 2014 by Megan K.

Of course there are exceptions to every rule, but here are some guidelines to help you navigate life in the Tri-Border area. Thanks to the HereatGK Facebook community for helping add to this post. If anyone else has epiphanies that … Continue reading →

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HEMA

Posted on January 14, 2013 by Megan K.

HEMA is one of my favorite places to go. You’ll see them everywhere, with their big capital red letters outside of each store, calling you inside.  This store has a little bit of everything, you can browse their website to … Continue reading →

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Shopping Guides for the Big Cities

Posted on December 21, 2012 by Megan K.

I’m a planner, even when it comes to shopping, and especially when it comes to shopping in the big cities. There are so many stores in Cologne that you can easily spend all day in their shopping district and not … Continue reading →

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Import Taxes

Posted on November 6, 2012 by Megan K.

If you buy something outside of Germany that has to be shipped to your German address, the shipping company will request that you pay import taxes on the item (usually from 0% to 20% of the item’s value). Naturally, the … Continue reading →

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Koopzondag – Sunday Shopping in the Netherlands

Posted on October 23, 2012 by Megan K.

Shops are generally closed on Sundays in the Netherlands, but about once a month there is an exception to the rule in almost every city. These days are called Koopzondag and most shops will open their doors and operate their … Continue reading →

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C&A Clothing

Posted on August 26, 2012 by Andrea-Haynes

C&A is a franchise specializing in clothing. Their stores can offer an entire families clothing options depending on which city you find one in, but I especially enjoy their children’s clothing. Their looks are affordable, chic, and always cutting edge. … Continue reading →

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H&M

Posted on August 26, 2012 by Andrea-Haynes

H&M does not really need an introduction to this page, but for those new to the area: It’s a shopping paradise. The clothes are European, plentiful, and best of all- CHEAP! I used to love Charlotte Russe in the States and … Continue reading →

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