Austria

Salzburg

Once we got to Salzburg, we immediately checked in and headed out to explore town. I found it very cozy, if you will. Unfortunately it was a bit rainy and we didn't get to see much in one Afternoon, but we still had a good time. We ended up hiking around where the castle was and and there were a view other sights to see in the woods as well. The views from the hills were really pretty and you could hear the sounds of cow bells in the distance. We enjoyed ourselves learning some historical facts from placards along the path. Back in the hostel, we met a few kids staying in our room and one was on her way to Vienna as well, so we hopped on a train together the next morning.

On a hike through the hills

Vienna

When we got to Vienna with our new friend Kara, we spent the day just wandering around the city a bit. Luckily it was sunny out. We saw Stephan Platz and walked down the major pedestrian strip as well. We didn't do anything much other than walk around and eat a pastry, but we still had fun exploring. Later that night we all went to our Couchsurfing host's apartment, which was a bit tricky to find, but we made it! Hanzo made us crepes and pasta and offered us wine. He was such a gracious host. He was an artist too. Most of his artwork was comprised of many tiny little circles to make one giant picture. I would never have the patience to do that. Kara Monika and I weren't the only guests either. A girl Sara from Portugal was staying as well in order to audition for a music school. We stayed up for a while and talked until we decided we were too exhausted to function anymore.

The next day, despite a late start, we ended up going to three museums. We went to the Freud Museum,  and after lunch, we made it to the Leopold art museum and the Natural History Museum that had the Bodyworlds exhibit. I loved it. The others actually lost me because I ended up exploring the dinosaur section alone. Sorry guys!

The Vienna Rathaus

Verdict: I would go again

It was so pretty in Austria and there is obviously way to much to see in a 3 day stay. I need to go again to learn more history and more about the culture. But all in all it was a very good experience.