For those who have been stationed in other OCONUS bases, is Germany your favorite? Least favorite? Why or why not?

The one thing i have learned over the years about any assignment is, Its all what you make of it. The best assignment in the world to you might be the worst to someone else

As a BMET and in your squadron, we travel to lots of other bases for our MERC trips to look after their equipment. Many of the stories that are passed on to us is how lucky we are to be in Germany. SSgt Valle said it below, it is what you make of it. It's hard to be away and in such an expensive half of the world. You said you don't have much in the way of expenses; that's a good start to enjoying everything. Venture out with the ITT and USO tours. Go by yourself, lots do. Dont' wait on everyone else. Where else can you fly to Ireland for the weekend for $80 and NOT have to be on leave?! No where! If you need anything, let me know. My Airman travels more than anyone I've met and he's a SrA. Have a plan when you go, but don't think too much as it can get you nervous.

It's my favorite base so far just by virtue of being my second base. I spent 8 years in Minot and was more than ready to move on.

If you are careful with your money, COLA should not be an issue. I am the only income for my household of four and am doing fine. Your assignment is what you make of it.