I may have grown up in the suburbs, but I've always been more comfortable with the anonymity of cities over the wide open spaces. But my grandparents moved to the country when I was young and regular visits to see them started to make me comfortable with that environment. In my travels, I try to … [Read more...] about A City Girl’s Favorite Rural Experiences
Innsbruck
Photo Friday: Innsbruck, Austria
While I was staying at Doug's Mountain Getaway in Fulpmes outside of Innsbruck, I went into town one day to pre-book my train ticket to Oktoberfest. Before I fell in love with classical Salzburg, my breath was taken away by the town in the foothills of the Alps. The mountains are almost distracting, … [Read more...] about Photo Friday: Innsbruck, Austria
The Best and Worst of Austrian and German Hostels
During my time in Australia, I stayed at a lot of hostels and it was easy for me to categorize my Best and Worst of Australian Hostels. In Austria and Germany, however, it was the little things that made up each of my experiences. There were things I didn't like about great hostels and things I … [Read more...] about The Best and Worst of Austrian and German Hostels
Photo Friday: The Austrian Alps
If you follow me on Facebook or Instagram, you might have seen a photos that I titled "F Yeah Alps." And indeed, that is still my sentiment when I think back on my time in a small town called Fulpmes outside of Innsbruck, Austria. Immediately after getting off the tram, I felt like what I was … [Read more...] about Photo Friday: The Austrian Alps
Paragliding in Innsbruck
Certain regions of the world are known for being into extreme sports. Innsbruck, Austria is no exception. Nearby is one of the highest bungee jumps in the world. The Alps provide extreme skiing and snowboarding for winter sports enthusiasts. And it is one of the top spots for paragliding. I'm … [Read more...] about Paragliding in Innsbruck