After being cooped up inside during lockdown, like many of us, I found solace in being outdoors. Whether that was a simple stroll in the woods or hiking up a mountain, just being out in the fresh air brought me joy. And so, when I arrived in Montafon in the Vorarlberg region of Austria I […]
It had been a long time since I’d taken a flight anywhere. My international travel plans had screeched to a halt along with the rest of the world back in early 2020, and now, some 18 months later, I was finally ready to fly abroad again – to the region of Vorarlberg in Austria. When […]
Have you ever seen a lake so perfectly turquoise it doesn’t seem real? That was my first thought when I saw Silvretta Stausee Reservoir, that it looked fake! The jewel-like colour of the water seemed other-worldly, but it reminded me of the glacier lakes I had seen in the mountains of Peru. It was real. […]
Vienna is a beautiful city, there is no doubt about that, but it can be a little expensive. However, with a few tips and tricks there is no need to break your budget in Vienna. So, whether you’re backpacking in Vienna or just want to enjoy the weekend in Vienna on a budget then Wombat’s […]
Vienna is a beautiful city, but with so many things to see and do it can be hard to decide on the best Vienna itinerary to suit your needs. I have been to Vienna four times now, so have picked out my favourite things to do in Vienna for this Vienna 2 day itinerary so […]
One of the most important aspects of Viennese culture is food. Food in Vienna is delicious and there are several iconic Viennese dishes which you should try while you are in the city. Apple Strudel is one of the most famous and tasty Austrian dishes, and the best place to try a traditional apple strudel […]
This was my second trip to Vienna, but it had been a while since my last visit. I couldn’t remember much about Vienna so I was glad to have a guide to show me around the city for a couple of days and help me to discover the best places to visit in Vienna in 2 […]
I love the food in Vienna! There are so many choices when deciding what to eat in Vienna so I tracked down some of the best traditional Viennese food that you simply must eat in Vienna. In this Vienna Food Guide, I’ve picked out my favourite traditional Austrian dishes as well as some of the […]