Hamburg - This summer's thirst quenchers come combined with fruit or fruit flavours, and the more exotic the better. 

Berlin - Tattoos are supposed to be for eternity, but they can suddenly become a nuisance. 

Hamburg - There are stores that sell T-shirts for 1.99 euros, dresses for 7.99 euros and matching ballerinas and bags for similarly low prices - a complete outfit for less than 20 or 30 euros. 

Hamburg - It is impolite not to allow a person you are talking with to look you in the eye. 

Tokyo - Another smokers' paradise in Asia is disappearing as Japanese smokers face ever more restrictions in the nation's effort to join the global anti-smoking campaign. 

Munich - Floral patterns on summer dresses and blouses are currently trendy, and size is playing a huge role.