My Portuguese husband selected Rosetta Stone German to take on my mother tongue, having sifted through half a dozen German language training software. As a trained linguist, I reviewed it myself. Here is what we think. Rosetta Stone German offers a matrix of different versions, sorted byinterests and by depth of desired knowledge. a) by interests: Personal (best for travellers), Business, Public Sector (even United Nations …
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Surely it’s easy to skip UNESCO World Heritage Site Melk Abbey. However, there is little reason you should. Unless you have set all your heart on Bauhaus architecture, learn what fans of classical culture are dying to see. How Far Is Melk Abbey From Vienna? Melk Abbey is a 75 minutes drive west of Vienna, in the Danube Valley of Wachau. By …
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See The Town In A Different Light Vienna by night.
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Vienna Secession. Whether you love good design, Art Nouveau or the smell of revolution, the Secession deserves a firm space in your itinerary. The Secession is the most successful provocation by Viennese architects and artists. It blends early Modernism and late Art Nouveau architecture like no other. The building’s stern white cubes boast gold-plated laurel leafs, owls and twirling lines, …
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This art walk ties together my favourite local spots in and around Vienna’s trendy seventh district Neubau. It mixes museums and galleries, art and design shops, and cafés, bars, and private dining. As you walk around you will discover little alleys, more artisanal shops, and modern urban cafes and bars. Book out four to six hours if you decide to do the …
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My Guide To Vienna Coffee Shops Vienna Coffee Houses. I am not a coffee addict, but I adore the Viennese coffee culture: the cake vitrines, the wooden newspaper holders, and the waiters floating between faded plush seats and the espresso machines behind the counters. My favourite cafés are those that have that special community atmosphere, great music, free Wi-fi, and tasty cakes and snacks. “Before, …
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Otto Wagner Vienna. Unlike any other, Austrian architect, furniture designer, and interior decorator Otto Wagner holds the key to Viennese Modernist and Art Nouveau architecture. Essentially, Wagner catapulted Fin-de-Siècle Vienna into the 20th century by celebrating the beauty of simplicity. If you want to trace this period when in Wien, use these eight signature pieces below to plan your itinerary. Otto Wagner …
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Before you start wondering about the name of that palace in Vienna, there are two different Imperial palaces: Hofburg and Schönbrunn Palace. In fact, this post will answer your questions about Hofburg Palace and map out the entire palace compound. First and foremost, the Wiener Hofburg is as vast as it is old. For more than 600 years, the Habsburg …
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Because it’s my home city’s top tourist attraction, this Schönbrunn Palace insider guide to Vienna’s most stunning castle will take you a step ahead. With millions of visitors per year the Hapsburg palace is a well-trodden path. To inspire your visit let me share my own guide to pomp and stucco, hidden corners and insider experiences. Why Is Schönbrunn …
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by Angel (Hong Kong) Vienna Hofburg Travel Vienna: I am travelling with my boyfriend to Vienna for the first time. We will arrive early in the morning on the 10th from Cesky Krumlov (Czech Republic), probably by Bean Shuttle, and leave on the 12th April. Would like to visit most of the ‘must-go’ Vienna attractions like the Hundertwasserhaus, Stephansdom, Hofburg etc. …
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Vienna Unwrapped Inspiration and Planning For Independent Travellers who are visiting Vienna
