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Accomodation in Singapore
Accommodation in Singapore in general is expensive due to the dense population. But there are b
Festivalos of Andorra
Public Holidays for the 2010 are listed as below:
2010 Holidays
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Getting around Japan
Japan has one of the world's best transport systems, and getting around is usually a breeze, wi
STAY SAFE AND HEALTHY TRAVEL GUIDE
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Stay Safe & Healthy in Germany
Stay HealthySanitary and medical facilities in Germany are excellent.
If you have a non-urgent medical problem, you may choose from any local doctor. Pharmacies are called "Apotheke" and are marked by a big, red "A" symbol. could do.
EU citizens that are members of any public health insurance can get a European Health Insurance Card. If you're from outside the EU, or if you have a private health insurance, check if your insurance is valid in Germany. If not, get a travel health insurance for the trip - German health care is really expensive if you have to pay out of your own pocket.
Tap water is safe for consumption. Avoid Tap water in some rural areas.
Many lakes and rivers, as well as both the North Sea and Baltic Sea are generally safe for swimming. Watch your (and others') children.
There is little dangerous wildlife in Germany but you should be aware of rabies (Tollwut) which has been a problem in some areas in the past, even if forestry officials combat it very seriously.
The biggest risks are two diseases transmitted by ticks. In some parts of Germany there is a (low) risk of contracting tick-borne encephalitis; an inoculation is advised if you plan out-door activities in high-risk areas. The risk of Lyme disease is higher and inoculation is not available. Therefore you should try to prevent tick-bites by wearing long trousers and appropriate shoes. Chemical repellents can also be effective.
Stay Safe
Germany is a very safe country and the law is strictly enforced. Recent statistics show a significant drop in major crimes like murder or robbery. Pickpockets can be a problem in large cities or at events with large crowds. Bigger cities also have their share of beggars and punks but police are watching them very closely.
Symbols of Nazism, including Mein Kampf itself and any material questioning the extent of National Socialist crimes or praising its actions, are forbidden in Germany. The penalty for any kind of neo-Nazism is a prison sentence of up to five years or a fine (the maximum is €21,600). Foreigners are not exempted from this law and it will be very strictly enforced.
The nationwide emergency number, as in all other EU countries, is 112. It is used for medical emergencies and fires, while the police emergency number remains 110.
