Every year, towards the end of November, Americans look forward to one very special day. Where they can stuff their faces with turkey, mashed potatoes, stuffing, cranberry sauce, and pie. Where the whole family spends the entire day cooking, eating and then eating some more. Thanksgiving traditions have always been an important part of the American household.
Your English Guide to the 2015 Salzburg Christkindlmarkt
“It’s the most wonderful time of the year…” And being in Salzburg makes it all the more wonderful. From November 19th until December 26th, the magic of the holiday season takes over Salzburg’s Old City with Christkindlmarkt. The smell of Christmas cookies and roasted chestnuts fill the air. Sip mulled wine while browsing through carefully
13 Reasons Why Hallstatt is More than Just a Day Trip
Hallstatt is one of the most talked about Austrian destinations. And for a good cause! This 7,000 year old village has a vast history and is built into a mountain surrounded by Lake Hallstatt. So as you can imagine, the scenery is like no other… To say we were excited to explore this ancient village was an
How to Buy an Outfit for Oktoberfest
Oktoberfest is an event you’ll want to experience at least once in your life. And if you’re traveling to Munich to prost ‘til the sun comes up, you have to dress appropriately and look the part! But where do you begin? How do you purchase the perfect lederhosen or dirndl for your beer-drinking festivities? Well,
10 Lessons Learned Mushroom Hunting in Austria
Mushroom season in Austria is like pumpkin season in the USA – a HUGE deal! But in Austria, instead of frequenting your local Starbucks and grabbing a pumpkin spice latte, you’re strapping on hiking boots and playing detective in the Austrian Alps. So when asked to go mushroom hunting with a local mushroom enthusiast, we didn’t