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 both SWAP Germany and SWAP Austria, a working knowledge of German is highly recommended but not required. If your German skills are minimal, please keep in mind that positions may be limited. However, teaching English or French, and certain office and tourism jobs are available.

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 you big adventure.