Wien-Schwechat Airport

We went to his gate first because his flight to London departed earlier than ours. We then made our way to the Vienna Lounge before our flight.

City Airport Train

We took the City Airport Train to Vienna International Airport. The journey took just 16 minutes.

Buying the tickets

Hilton Vienna Park Hotel

We went back to the hotel to collect our luggage. 

Last minute shopping at Wien Mitte

One milk for the road

Plachutta

This is one of the restaurants we wanted to try in Vienna.

Goose Liver Creme Brulee

Beef Tartare

Tafelspitz Beef Aspic

Apple horseradish, butter rice and basmati rice with pine nuts

Roasted Calf Liver

With Butter Rice

Tafelspitz

King Prawns

Parish Church Maria Hietzing

This historic Roman Catholic pilgrimage church is dedicated to the Nativity of the Virgin Mary. Its origins date back to the 15th century, although it was rebuilt several times following wars and sieges.

Hietzing

Hietzing is situated in the southwest of Vienna. We have planned to come here after Schonbrunn Palace to dine at Plachutta, a renowned Viennese restaurant.

Easter and Spring Market at Schonbrunn

The Easter and Spring Market at Schonbrunn Palace usually runs for about one month, from March to April.

Dried fruits' skin decoration

Our Best Experiences Together 2 : The Northern Lights

We have seen the Northern Lights. Our search showed that 2024-2025 was a good time to see the Northern Lights because the sun's solar activity was at its peak. This happens after a circle of about 11-12 years. We chose Tromso and Kirkenes because they are best places to see the Northern Lights. You have to stay above the Arctic Circle to increase your chances of seeing the Northen Lights. Please bear in mind that it will be very cold at night, so make sure you are well wrapped up.

https://slsongtravel.blogspot.com/2025/08/northern-lights-6.html  and https://slsongtravel.blogspot.com/2025/07/northern-lights-5.html

Schonbrunn Palace : The Great Gallery

The Great Gallery at Schonbrunn Palace was used by the Habsburg imperial family for grand banquets, receptions, balls and important state occasions