My Personal Journey called LIFE

My trip to Salzburg was special because it somehow brought fragments of childhood memories.   When I was a kid, I would always make sure to watch on TV whenever Sound of Music was shown, which was usually during Christmas.  So when I went for “The Sound of Music Tour”, I (as well as the other tourists) had so much fun singing along with the Von Trapp Family’s songs being played on the bus. It was cold and wet when I was in Salzburg, but it does not matter if it was raining, being a “pluviophile” that I am, the more I have enjoyed the tour.  See below few of the photos I have taken of the places I have gone to.  My favorite is the Lakeside District.  Hope you enjoy it. Leopoldskron Palace The lake where the famous boating scene was filmed. You will see the Captain´s backyard and private palace gardens. Hellbrunn Palace, Gazebo The gazebo which was rebuilt especially for the fans of the movie - you certainly will rememb...

I  went to Europe again in January 2013, for 5 days.  I went to Germany and Austria.  It was my second time to travel to Austria, but to a different city, this time I visited Salzburg.  In Germany I visited a few places.  My trip was my birthday gift to myself.  I went with a friend.   Travel cost was fair enough.  Though I paid for the air ticket more that what I have budgeted.  When I first checked for the air fare, it was around Aed 1900 only, after a week it has gone up to Aed2300.  Lesson learned: if you are sure and has finalized your holiday schedule, go book your tickets right away when you find the best air ticket price.  Hotel cost was around Aed 700 for a room for 2.  Food and other travel expenses I had prepared Aed2500, I also brought biscuits and canned foods, just in case. First thing before you go, check the weather of your destinations, so you know the type of clothes you need to pack. ...