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Beautiful view of Austrian mountains. Read about how to visit Austria on a budget with cost cutting tips for reducing your travel budget in Austria.

Austria on a budget: 15 cost-cutting tips for budget travel in Austria

September 11, 2018 by Karen Turner 3 Comments

One of the biggest shocks of planning our trip to Austria was how expensive Austria is…  After spending three weeks this past August in Austria, I hope that I can help you better plan your travel in Austria to cut costs.  Fifteen tips for budget travel in Austria are included in this article!

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Beautiful view of Salzburg, Austria. Read what to do in Salzburg, including the best things to do in Salzburg in one day.

One day in Salzburg with the best things to do in Salzburg, Austria

August 30, 2018 by Karen Turner 1 Comment

Although Salzburg is famous for the Sound of Music, there’s a lot more to this stunning Austrian city with Baroque architecture.  On a recent trip to Salzburg with a friend and her charming Austrian beau, we had a lovely day in Salzburg covering the major attractions of the city.  Follow this self-guided walking itinerary for…

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The stunning Brucker organ at the Stift St. Florian (St. Florian Monastery)

Why you need to skip Melk Abbey in favor of St. Florian Monastery

October 19, 2018 by Karen Turner 1 Comment

Stift Sankt Florian (St. Florian Monastery) is a stunning monastery located in the town of Sankt Florian.  This stunning monastery was first founded in the 9th century and it is the largest monastery in Upper Austria. Although most people head to Melk Abbey for baroque architecture and frescos, St. Florian is a less crowded alternative…

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Considering visiting Freistadt? This city is home to one of the most beautiful cities in Upper Austria and one of the best breweries in Austria, Freistädter Bier!

Why you need to try the beer in Freistadt, Austria

September 20, 2018 by Karen Turner 1 Comment

Freistadt is a picturesque town in Upper Austria that many people miss on their trip to Austria, however beer lovers cannot miss this stunning town with a fascinating secret: a brewery owned by the residents of the city.    Freistädter Bier is one of the most famous beers in Upper Austria and I include information…

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Filed Under: Austria, Europe, Food and Drink Adventures, Uncategorized

Exterior of the Mauthausen Memorial, the site of the Mauthausen Concentration Camp. Read why it is important to visit a concentration camp and what to expect from visiting a concentration camp for the first time.

Visiting a Nazi concentration camp for the first time: Why we must bear witness

November 14, 2018 by Karen Turner 3 Comments

One of my most emotionally raw moments of this year was unexpected: A friend offered me her house to catsit at.   I readily accepted, however my research into the area led me to discover that the Mauthausen concentration camp was nearby. Visiting a former Nazi concentration camp for the first time was difficult, however it…

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The beautiful city hall of St. Gilgen, Austria. This beautiful town is the perfect alternative to Hallstatt and day trip from Salzburg to enjoy Austria's beautiful alpine lakes!

Your perfect Austrian trip itinerary to see the best of Austria

December 4, 2018 by Karen Turner Leave a Comment

I’ve always been fascinated with Austria. My grandfather emigrated from Austria to the United States and I’ve been obsessed with tracing my roots. This year marked my third visit to Austria and I stayed around a month this time in Upper Austria.  I have booked yet another trip to Austria for next year.  In the…

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Beautiful view of Stift Engelszell (Engelszell Abbey) in Engelhartszell, Austria. This is the only trappist monastery in Austria that creates authentic Trappist products, including beer, in Austria!

Visiting Stift Engelszell: Austria’s only trappist monastery (and brewery)

September 5, 2018 by Karen Turner 1 Comment

As a collector of rare beers, we had to drive out to the Engelszell Abbey after reading that it was the only trappist monastery in Austria that produces authentic Trappist products.  At Stift Engelszell, you can find Trappist beers as well as a stunning church dating back to the mid-1700s.  Read what you need to…

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View of Statturum in Enns, one of the main attractions of visiting Enns, Austria.

A brief travel guide to Enns, Austria: Austria’s oldest town

September 12, 2018 by Karen Turner 2 Comments

While staying in Upper Austria for three weeks, I ended up venturing across the river to the oldest town in Austria: Enns, Austria.  This charming town is perfect for anyone looking for a relaxing morning or evening in a charming Austrian town.  While sitting on the train, I overheard a proud Austrian man (wearing the…

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The beautiful city hall of St. Gilgen, Austria. This beautiful town is the perfect alternative to Hallstatt and day trip from Salzburg to enjoy Austria's beautiful alpine lakes!

St. Gilgen: A beautiful town in Austria

September 4, 2018 by Karen Turner 2 Comments

On my recent trip to Austria, I wanted to go somewhere different without the crowds of Hallstatt.  After reading about the charm of St. Gilgen, a small town outside of Salzburg, we drove a scenic route to reach Sankt Gilgen, which certainly delivered on its promises of charm.  Keep reading for things to do in St….

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Looking to visit Dürnstein, Austria? Read about the best things to do in this beautiful day trip from Vienna.

A perfect day exploring the adorable town of Dürnstein, Austria

September 21, 2018 by Karen Turner Leave a Comment

While researching where we would go while in Austria, I came across the fairytale town of Dürnstein, Austria.  This stunning town along the Danube is a popular day trip from Vienna although any history (and wine) lover is guaranteed to fall in love with Dürnstein.  I’ll be discussing the history of Dürnstein, why to visit Dürnstein, what…

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Karen. American expat and cat lover from New York City who lived in Amsterdam…. Then, Paris. Now, living in The Hague, the Netherlands. Happily married to Jacob.

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