Royal Delights at Schönbrunn Palace in Vienna
To visit the Schönbrunn Palace, one of the top attractions in Vienna, Austria, is to learn of the great influence of Maria Theresia, the last ruler of the House of…
What Not to Wear to the Vienna State Opera House
Kraków, Budapest and Bratislava all have one thing in common; they are living, open-air history museums dedicated to sharing the horrors of World War II and the 20th Century. This…
World-Class Art Museums in Vienna
When I booked my trip to Vienna many images came to mind – waltzing, opera, schnitzel, Mozart. But I have to admit, world-class art museums was not on the…
An Introduction to My Writings on the Eastern Bloc
As an American, the world has seemingly pointed West my entire life. At home, news from the East is contextualized to its impact on the United States. The majority of…
Hostel Ruthensteiner: Original and Independent Vienna
As I walk through the welcoming doors of Hostel Ruthensteiner in Vienna, Austria, I am immediately swept by the feeling that I’m in a wood carver’s cottage from some fairytale.…
Salzburg and The Sound of Music
The hills are alive with the sound of music! Well, while some may have their doubts about that, there’s no denying that Salzburg is at least alive with The Sound…
Through Foggy Raindrops: Hallstatt, Austria in Winter
A convergence of houses hug the icy lake shore, their wooden roofs rising up to greet the green mountains that tower behind. Â Steady raindrops fall, shimmering the deep blue waters…
The Best of Salzburg, Austria in a Day: 24-Hour Salzburg Itinerary
Salzburg, Austria. Home to Mozart and The Sound of Music, Austria’s fourth largest city is perhaps its most famous.  With a population around 150,000, this small city more than…
Announcing #EuroWinterEscape: Europe’s Best Winter Destinations
In less than a week, Something in Her Ramblings is hitting the road to share stories about some of Europe’s best winter destinations. I will be using a four-country Eurail pass…
