The Optimistic Musings of a Pessimist

Visiting Vienna’s Austrian Parliament: Free Tours, Tips & What to Expect

I’m going to share two posts today (one now, one later) about two free places we’ve visited in Vienna. (I debated combining them into a single post, but it was easier to sort through…

Never Have I Ever…Part 16

Who’s ready for a palate cleanser after so many long, photo-heavy travel posts?

I couldn’t think of anything better than a fresh list of Never Have I Ever…

Eaten at Taco Bell.

Ridden a Segway.

Gotten…

Vienna Travel Diary: Our Third Weekend in Austria

I realize I am churning out travel posts like CRAZY, but I also realize just how much I want a record of all our little (and big) adventures on this trip. I’m finding if…

A Family Day Trip to Sopron, Hungary: Old Town Highlights & Tips

We knew that we wanted to make a day trip to Hungary. Originally, I’d been eyeing Győr, but John has a work connection with someone living in Budapest, and he was very clear that…

Visiting Vienna Crime Museum + Haus des Meeres (Vienna Aquarium) with Kids

Last Friday, I opted to divide and conquer with the day’s activities. There’s something special (AND EASIER!) about taking one child at a time. You can give them your full attention and lean into…