I first met the sweet-natured Belén of Viennese Dreams at a Women of Vienna dinner night. The first moment she spoke I could hear the American accent and I immediately asked her where she is from. ”Texas,” she replied. Cool, a Texan! Though I’ve never been to Texas, it’s certainty a state I’d like to …
So there is something in Vienna called City Bike Wien, and it’s pretty awesome. Basically you sign up through debit or credit card (debit is preferable because the sign-up fee is 1 euro as opposed to a 20 euro sign up fee for credit card) and you are able to rent a bike to cycle around the city …
Internations.org was one of the first membership organizations I joined when I moved here in Vienna. Through signing up for their Albatross membership, I got the opportunity to attend parties basically free of charge and offered welcome drinks. They also have activity groups one can join in on, like a volunteering group that helps out at homeless shelters. …
When I first entered Pure Living Bakery on Burggasse it seemed as if I transported back into the United States and was now in a cafe near a New England beach. Cape Cod signs, starfish and seashells were around, which brought a bit of nostalgia to where I come from. However, Pure Living Bakery is …
When I first read about Vienna’s Cat Cafe according to Spotted By Locals in Vienna, I knew I had to visit this place ASAP. I’m a huge fan of cats. When I was growing up in the states, I use to take care of a stray cat, which turned out to be like a family pet, …
Disclaimer: The words shared here are from my personal viewpoint, perspective and insights. If you wish to share your perspective, please comment below. Constructive criticism is also appreciated, but any abusive comments or spam will not be accepted. Coming from the US where the typical restaurant worker is polite and friendly, when I first moved …
I am taking part in an exciting up-and-coming project that I will be sharing with you all in about a month. To prepare for this project, we decided to discuss our business points at Coffee & Bread, a well-known coffee spot near Vienna University of Technology, Naschmarkt, and Karlsplatz. I came here in the morning, …
Take the U3 metro to Volkstheater and follow the signs stating ”Burggasse”. You will take two escalators up and then reach the outside where the Volkstheater building is right in front of you. Then turn to your left and walk straight on a slight incline. Now you are walking on Burggasse street! Walk two blocks …