Social rules? Germany's got lots of them, and ignoring etiquette yields a puckered brow, pronto. But don't fret - these tips will get you on the right track.

Beer is popular (the third most popular beverage in the world after water and tea), so wherever you find beer you'll find people. Plus it has a special knack for helping to break the ice with strangers. Not all cities have good beer scenes. Some, however, truly excel in the beer arena. Want to guess where the best beer city in the world is?

For SWAP Germany a working knowledge of German is required. In order for our partners in Germany to be able to best assist you, you will need to be confident that you can attend a job interview held completely in German. Without this level of language, we do not recommend you choose this program. The UK and Ireland offer a great opportunity to be able to visit Austria while being able to work in a country where you speak the language.

So much great stuff to do and see, so little coin required!

Travel CUTS offers special rates for students and youth. The awesome travel counsellors at Travel CUTS are committed to getting you the best possible rate on your flight. They are SWAP experts, and understand the time requirements, insurance, and everything else you'll need to get ready for your big adventure.