Austria

Samantha and her husband had a wonderful time exploring some of the sights from the Sound of Music. Today she shares Part 1 of their tour.

Samantha loved her tour and visit to the Wien Rathaus in Vienna, Austria. It was huge and amazing. Just watch out for the seats in the chamber room. They were not nice to her. :(

Austria's rail system is finding that its 2016 bet on sleeper trains is paying off.

While in Vienna, Samantha and her husband spent a few hours checking out Austria's playground, the Prater. The giant Ferris Wheel is the draw to the park, but there is so much to see and do.

Samantha and her husband had a great time walking along the Danube in Vienna. That was until a storm rolled in, lol. Here are some pictures she was able to take before the rain started.

Experts are unsure if Hochvogel will collapse suddenly or in slow motion, but the signs are that it will be soon.

Samantha gives us a castle tour in Vienna—but no, it's not that kind of castle!

Japan's ANA is starting non-stop service to Vienna, which it will use as a hub for connections to Lufthansa affiliates' European networks.

Once again, European river cruise schedules are being thrown into chaos by low water in the Rhine and Danube.

Samantha was able to see this Keith Haring inspired Albertina display this summer while strolling around Vienna, Austria.

Vienna takes the top slot on the livable cities after a seven-year run for Melbourne.

A trial speed shift for the country's superhighways takes on political meaning.