My anxiety about not doing enough ‘stimulating’ activities with my two oldest kids, hereby referred to as LL and Middle, reached peak height last week. As to not spend another Sunday afternoon watching Cocomelon and having discussions with myself as … Read More
Tips and Tricks
Suggestions, anecdotes, and general travel advice from our team!
What’s up with those weird balloons in Flemish Renaissance paintings? An explanation.
The Flemish Renaissance painter Pieter Bruegel the Elder, was famous for his depictions of the every day life of peasants – and this included his famous painting ‘Children’s Games,’ painted in 1560 and depicting over 200 characters participating in 80 … Read More
Just a lil Wes Anderson Tribute
Not sure if this can be exactly called a Wes Anderson anamorphic lens, but I’m just gonna roll with it. Incidentally, Wes Anderson had a wonderful exhibition at Vienna’s museum of fine arts several years ago. So let’s called it … Read More
If the Kaiserschmarrn won’t come to Mohammad, then…
Mohammad must come to the Kaiserschmarrn! Austria (and the rest of the world) is still in the throes of that pesky little pandemic called COVID, and at least until Easter, restaurants in Austria are only allowed to offer take-out/take-away, with … Read More
Tasty Treats and True Tales: The story of St. Martin
St. Martin’s Day- Austria’s kind-of-version of Thanksgiving, where, instead of giving thanks due to Native Americans helping Austrian pilgrims navigate through their first harsh year in the New World, we slaughter and eat geese as an act of revenge because … Read More
A homage to Austrian foliage
An ode to foliage… and nothing more. Enjoy! … Read More
Toddler Time: Attack of the Baroque Goats? Head to Schloss Hof!
What do you get when you combine an Oreo, a hungry goat, and a toddler clenching said Oreo in her fist, refusing to let go? … Read More
Dürnstein Castle – a medieval castle worth a visit!
Dürnstein is a charming town nestled in the Wachau Valley of Austria, renowned for its picturesque landscapes and historical significance. It’s most famous for its role in the legend of King Richard the Lionheart of England. In 1192, Richard was … Read More
Join our spooky Vienna ghost tour every Thursday, Friday or Saturday!
Courtesy of ChatGPT, I present to you: ChatGPT Please Write a Short Poem About Creepy Vienna! Join us every Thursday (Spanish), Friday (English or Saturday (Spanish) in Vienna’s city centre for our spooky Vienna tour where our amazing guides will … Read More
Vienna International Airport with kids!
Vienna International Airport offers a variety of family-friendly facilities to ensure a comfortable and enjoyable experience for travelers with children. Here’s an overview of the key amenities: 1. Play Areas for Children Family Fun Gate (F Gates): Located in Terminal … Read More
A Sunday afternoon at the butterfly house
My anxiety about not doing enough ‘stimulating’ activities with my two oldest kids, hereby referred to as LL and Middle, reached peak height last week. As to not spend another Sunday afternoon watching Cocomelon and having discussions with myself as … Read More
What’s up with those weird balloons in Flemish Renaissance paintings? An explanation.
The Flemish Renaissance painter Pieter Bruegel the Elder, was famous for his depictions of the every day life of peasants – and this included his famous painting ‘Children’s Games,’ painted in 1560 and depicting over 200 characters participating in 80 … Read More
Just a lil Wes Anderson Tribute
Not sure if this can be exactly called a Wes Anderson anamorphic lens, but I’m just gonna roll with it. Incidentally, Wes Anderson had a wonderful exhibition at Vienna’s museum of fine arts several years ago. So let’s called it … Read More
If the Kaiserschmarrn won’t come to Mohammad, then…
Mohammad must come to the Kaiserschmarrn! Austria (and the rest of the world) is still in the throes of that pesky little pandemic called COVID, and at least until Easter, restaurants in Austria are only allowed to offer take-out/take-away, with … Read More
Tasty Treats and True Tales: The story of St. Martin
St. Martin’s Day- Austria’s kind-of-version of Thanksgiving, where, instead of giving thanks due to Native Americans helping Austrian pilgrims navigate through their first harsh year in the New World, we slaughter and eat geese as an act of revenge because … Read More
A homage to Austrian foliage
An ode to foliage… and nothing more. Enjoy! … Read More
Toddler Time: Attack of the Baroque Goats? Head to Schloss Hof!
What do you get when you combine an Oreo, a hungry goat, and a toddler clenching said Oreo in her fist, refusing to let go? … Read More
Dürnstein Castle – a medieval castle worth a visit!
Dürnstein is a charming town nestled in the Wachau Valley of Austria, renowned for its picturesque landscapes and historical significance. It’s most famous for its role in the legend of King Richard the Lionheart of England. In 1192, Richard was … Read More
Join our spooky Vienna ghost tour every Thursday, Friday or Saturday!
Courtesy of ChatGPT, I present to you: ChatGPT Please Write a Short Poem About Creepy Vienna! Join us every Thursday (Spanish), Friday (English or Saturday (Spanish) in Vienna’s city centre for our spooky Vienna tour where our amazing guides will … Read More
Vienna International Airport with kids!
Vienna International Airport offers a variety of family-friendly facilities to ensure a comfortable and enjoyable experience for travelers with children. Here’s an overview of the key amenities: 1. Play Areas for Children Family Fun Gate (F Gates): Located in Terminal … Read More