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Flohmarkt Treasures: Finding Flea Markets in Austria

October 31, 2017 Leave a Comment 9511 Views

It’s been 2.5 years since we moved to Austria and it’s been 11 years since we developed the exhilarating (yet dangerous) hobby of flea market-ing. Little did we know, moving abroad would enhance this passion even more. Because flea markets in Austria, and Europe in general, are like discovering a completely...

Discovering Schloss Goldegg: A Castle in Salzburg Austria

October 5, 2017 Leave a Comment 9055 Views

Schloss Goldegg. A small but very historic castle in the tiny Austrian oasis of Goldegg. We stumbled upon this castle one our drive back from Lamprechtshöhle (Lamprecht’s Cave) in Austria. Whenever we see signs for ‘Schloss’, we immediately know it is worth a stop. Since schloss means palace or castle in...

Surviving Europe is on House Hunters International

November 7, 2016 4 Comments 13650 Views

Our big TV break is finally here. Well, at least our 30 minutes of fame, which is just as exciting… We’re going to be on HGTV’s House Hunters International! For anyone that’s been following us, we’ve made it our mission to inspire others to invest in a life of travel. Even...

Looking Back on Our First Year of Living Abroad

July 16, 2016 19 Comments 11725 Views

For 365 days we’ve been on the greatest adventure of our lives: Living abroad in Austria & traveling Europe. One year ago, it felt like the perfect time to change focus. Set our sights on life experiences and adventures, while staying (slightly) responsible. To build our foundation as a married couple. As...

Salzburg Day Trips: 10 Austrian Lakes Worth a Visit

July 5, 2016 27 Comments 41381 Views

We have an obsession. An obsession with Austrian lakes. Especially those that surround Salzburg (also known as the Salzkammergut) We moved to Salzburg about a year ago and a year ago is when our love for the Lake District began. Within 30 minutes, you can reach 6 Austrian lakes and within...

Adventures as an Expat: Buying a Car Abroad

April 12, 2016 3 Comments 11294 Views

Buying a car is already a stressful (and exciting) process. But buying a car abroad in a foreign country? Now that’s taking the stress (and excitement) to a whole other level… Car-less in the USA. When we finalized our plan to move from the USA to Austria, our car situation was the...

Setting New Life Goals after 6 Months of Living Abroad

January 29, 2016 Leave a Comment 10769 Views

Surviving Europe: There Is No Place Like Home for the Holidays - Feature

6 Months ago we moved abroad to Austria. That means 7 months ago we were sitting in our offices, finalizing our new life goals of traveling and moving abroad, making a never-ending to do list that we hoped would make them both a reality. And after our list was (FINALLY) completed, we...

There’s No Place Like Home for the Holidays

December 22, 2015 Leave a Comment 9447 Views

That’s right, we are headed home for the holidays, and we could not be more excited! With all the moving, traveling, adjusting, and working, we are ready to sit back, relax and simply spend time with those that we love. And what better way to end one year and start another...

Christmas in Austria: The Return of Krampus

December 17, 2015 Leave a Comment 10076 Views

A rosy-cheeked jolly old man, parades, presents waiting to be unwrapped and love in everyone’s heart. That is exactly what we experience every holiday season in the USA. But when you move to another country, you never know what to expect. Now, don’t get me wrong, Salzburg is a Christmas lover’s...

Your English Guide to the 2015 Salzburg Christkindlmarkt

November 23, 2015 4 Comments 10916 Views

“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...

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