Vienna, Austria

Schonbrunn Palace

Vienna, the capital of Austria, is one of Europe’s most elegant and historically rich cities and has been a major political and cultural center for centuries.  Vienna is also known as the City of Music having been home to Mozart, Beethoven, Schubert and Strauss.  The city’s historic center is a UNESCO World Heritage Site, rich with baroque imperial palaces and gardens. Read more

Budapest, Hungary

The stunning Parliament Building

Budapest, the capital of Hungary is one of Europe’s most beautiful, historically rich and underrated cities.  It’s split by the Danube River into two main parts: Buda, with its historic castles and hills, and Pest, the flatter more modern side full of energy, nightlife and cultural attractions.  Read more

Stellenbosch and Cape Town, the end of our time in South Africa

Stellenbosch is one of the oldest European settlements in South Africa, famous for its wine, university and well-preserved Cape Dutch architecture.  Located in the Cape Winelands, Stellenbosch is surrounded by vineyards, mountains and lush valleys.  There are over 150 wine estates in this region!!  The university is one of South Africa’s top universities and the student presence gives the town a lively, youthful feel.

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South Africa Road Trip

Our 16 day road trip covered 1,222 km and included the 200 km Garden Route section through the Western Cape between Mossel Bay and Storms River.  The scenery is incredibly diverse ranging from ancient forests to beaches, mountain passes and miles upon miles of farmland.  We thoroughly enjoyed the diversity of the country that we encountered on this journey. Read more