Why is everyone in their bathers? What Germans really think about Christmas in Australia

Aussie Santa

Because Santa has better things to do than go to the mall. Source: AAP

How can you celebrate Christmas in 30 degrees heat? Why is everyone heading for the beach in their swim gear? These are just two of many questions German backpackers find themselves confronted with when visiting Australia.


We met up with a few of them at Melbourne's Federation Square and asked them what they really think about Christmas in Australia.


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