Bulky waste disposal: How do I do it right?Many people also use a major clean-out to declutter. Just get rid of the old junk - but where to put it? If you want to dispose of old furniture, you have to follow different rules than for a broken T...
15 tips for gardens with that special somethingA garden is not just about greenery alone. If you're not a passionate gardener, it might even be the little extras that make your garden worth living in and loving. Would you like to spice up your gar...
Clever retirement provision: how to be prepared for old ageAt just 1.25%, the guaranteed interest rate is at a historic low - traditional life insurance policies are therefore less attractive as a long-term investment than ever before. But how can I make prov...
Cool tips for hot days: the expert's adviceTemperatures above the 25 degree mark are super nice, but summer heat also has some side effects. Hot offices and bedrooms are always associated with stress. But how can you keep a cool head without s...
Learning small talk: how to start a conversation easilyLearning small talk is an art, as classic questions like "So, what do you do?" show. - not bad, but not particularly imaginative either. There are icebreakers that work even better if you garnish them...
Hiking trails in Germany: these are the most beautiful!From the coast to forests and mountains: put on your rucksack and head out on the wonderful hiking trails in Germany! Our country is criss-crossed by a network of around 200,000 kilometers of trails -...
How do I take precautions with ...It's never too late to save for retirement. There are savings models for every age. And the state often contributes money!
Sextoy review: "Unlimited G-Vibe" vibratorAfter a long wait, we finally received an e-mail announcing the new test product. We only had to wait two days for the package to reach us. And, as always, we wondered what it would be this time? A to...
7 sparkling proseccos for the summerWhen the summer heat hits us again after several rainy days, there's nothing better than refreshing yourself with a cool glass of Prosecco. If you don't want to go straight for the stale supermarket P...
Event tips from the vinoa experts: Wine events in late summerSummer is slowly approaching its peak and the same applies to the wine season. Everywhere in wine-loving Germany there are now wine festivals, tastings and opportunities to enjoy wine. Be inspired by ...
Tenancy law: Current judgmentsWho is right? 300,000 tenancy cases are heard every year. No other topic occupies the German courts more. Idee für mich lists current tenancy law rulings and tells you how to save money and hassle - a...
Energy costs don't have to be too highBack payments on energy bills are not only annoying, they are also avoidable. E.ON's new digital application, "E.ON SmartCheck", makes energy consumption much more transparent and easier to calculate....
Keep an eye on energy costs: What the E.ON expert advisesBack payments on energy bills are not only annoying, they are also avoidable. Jan-Philipp Rombolotto from E.ON Energie Deutschland has the perfect tip on how you can easily save energy and therefore s...
Tenerife: travel tips for the island of eternal springIf you urgently need light, warmth and sun, you can be lying on the beach in Tenerife in around four hours by plane and enjoying life.
As versatile as I am: LEA number 37 now on newsstandsAs versatile as I am - that's Lea! Every Wednesday, you can expect expert information and advice, paired with exciting and relaxing entertainment. You can read these exciting stories in the new issue ...
Ina's wine tip of the month: 2014 White Zinfandel Woodbridge, CaliforniaIn collaboration with vinoa.de, Germany's largest wine search engine, we regularly present delicious, uncomplicated wines on Idee für mich. The selection is made by vinoa wine expert Ina Finn, author ...
Cool down please: cool tips for hot daysSummer, sun, sunshine - finally! But the season that many Germans consider to be the most beautiful can often be a real pain in the neck. Because cooling off in summer is in short supply. Temperatures...
Madeira: Vacation on the flower island in the AtlanticA lavish variety of flowers, fragrant laurel forests and dramatic rocky landscapes: this is how the island of eternal spring attracts visitors, and this is how beautiful a Madeira vacation is.
Moving checklist: How to make your move smooth and stress-freeDismantling furniture, packing boxes, terminating contracts, renovating and repairing the old and new home, re-registering and much more has to be done when moving house. It is not uncommon for the wh...
Cool refreshment on hot days: Chardonnay iced teaDon't you know that too? When it's hot outside, we want a tasty refreshment. In summer, we like to enjoy white wine well chilled, often as a white wine spritzer. To add a little variety to your glass,...
