GIFT GUIDE DISCLAIMER: The gifts you are about to see are items we personally own and use daily… Not only do we just own them, we put TONS of research into every purchase over the past year. We bought, tested and returned items that were not up to par. These were the essentials that survived!
How to Make Thanksgiving in Austria
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
How to Embrace Your New Life After Moving Abroad
Moving abroad is a major commitment. An even bigger commitment, however, is made once you arrive in your new home. When you finally decide to embrace your life as an expat. Only then will you truly benefit from this life changing experience. There are no more check lists, no time requirements, and gone is the
Surviving Europe Takes on Finland
Our next grand adventure takes us far from the warmth of Greece’s beaches. It takes us all the way up to the Arctic Circle where the sky lights up at night. Where the warm feeling of the holiday season reigns all year long. And where cinnamon buns, fortresses and frozen seas are more plentiful than
A Photo Tour of Symi Island Greece
No words in the dictionary can fully describe the beauty of Symi Island in Greece. Beauty that leaves you breathless the instant your boat pulls into its harbor. Jaws drop. Eyes widen. Heart explodes! Places like this are what dreams are made of. Explore Symi Through Our Eyes One of Greece’s warmest islands, Symi is
4 Days Exploring Lindos Greece
Lindos is the ultimate destination to relax, explore and discover ancient history. The beaches are postcard-worthy, the town features incredible shopping and delicious food. And of course the historic Acropolis of Lindos sits high over it all… Day 1: Arrival to the Acropolis Sigma Travel Tour of the Acropolis Sigma Travel offers an excursion
4 Days in Old Town Rhodes Greece
Rhodes Old Town is the oldest inhabited medieval settlement in all of Europe. So when you’re walking its streets, you are living and breathing life in the medieval period. Day 1: Taking in the Medieval Beauty of Rhodes Street of the Knights We stayed on the Street of the Knights for all 4 days of
Learning German with Surviving Europe
Today we’ve hit a major milestone in our life abroad here in Austria. We’ve started German classes! It’s been hard to learn German during these past few months. Everything we do is in English for Surviving Europe and for work. Plus, most people know English in Austria, so they automatically switch to English when we try
Living Abroad: The Emotional Rollercoaster of Being an Expat
Just over 2 months ago, my husband and I picked up and moved from the USA to Salzburg, Austria. We left in search of adventure, growth and a whole new perspective on what this amazing world has to offer. Throughout our MONTHS and MONTHS of preparations, we did anything and everything we could think of