Things to Do in Salzburg

Visiting Salzburg, Austria

Austria is my home away from home. Since the first time I visited, I have felt a peace and belonging like nowhere else in the world. I first visited Salzburg for a few days during a high school study...

One-Day Salzburg, Austria Itinerary

Feel the sound of music in only one day. My suggested itinerary is based on travel from Munich, Germany Whether you grew up singing “Raindrops on Roses…” or somehow ended up on the Captain...

Visiting Lofer, Austria

When it comes to quaint EU villages, Lofer will more than suffice, although the growth of the ski resort has radically charged the place since the 1980s. Lofer is just off the main road. Cars are not...

Fairytales Are Real... And They Exist in Bavaria

Remember when you were a child and heard stories of magical fairytale castles and towns filled with gingerbread-like houses? You began to dream about what it would be like to walk out on the balcony...

Where to Go in Utrecht with Kids

Utrecht is the fourth largest city in the Netherlands and offers lots of things to do and see when visiting with kids. We lived in Utrecht for a few years and, along with our children (two boys...

Hiking Rinjani via Sembalun: A Wild Ride of Sweat and Tears

Let me say this upfront: Mount Rinjani is not just a mountain it's an emotional rollercoaster. This hike isn't just about walking up and down. It's a full on movie experience: drama (legs dying...