![[Picture]](https://bernies-journeys.at/wp-content/uploads/2018/10/PA140012-1038x576.jpg "Soweto")
Actually, Soweto stands for South Western Townships. However, considering the amount of rain in the past two days, the meaning hinted at in the title also seems appropriate. Continue reading So-wet-o
![[Picture]](https://bernies-journeys.at/wp-content/uploads/2018/09/P9241584-1038x576.jpg "Mullerthal Trail")
Hiking in Little Switzerland
My last day in Luxembourg I spent with an activity that may not come to mind immediately when thinking of this country. Still, it is quite possible (and also fits my interests quite well): a hike in the Little Switzerland. Continue reading Hiking in Little Switzerland
![[Picture]](https://bernies-journeys.at/wp-content/uploads/2018/09/P9211351-1038x576.jpg "View from the Bock")
City without castle
Unfortunately, today was rather rainy. Luckily, I have already spent one morning exploring the City of Luxembourg. So, I had already seen a bit of the old town, and was happy to spend my time today in several museums. Continue reading City without castle
![[Picture]](https://bernies-journeys.at/wp-content/uploads/2018/09/P9221431-1038x576.jpg "Vianden Castle")
The Castles of Luxembourg
Today, I visited some of Luxembourg’s castles: First, I had a look at the most well-known (and most visited) castle of the country in Vianden. Then, I went on to Clervaux for the three museums in its castle. Continue reading The Castles of Luxembourg
![[Picture]](https://bernies-journeys.at/wp-content/uploads/2018/09/20180921_162311-1038x576.jpg "Esch-sur-Sûre")
The village in a hole
I am spending this weekend in Luxembourg. After a short exploration of Luxembourg City in the morning (more about that in a later entry), I drove up North to take a look at the pittoresque village of Esch-sur-Sûre. Continue reading The village in a hole
![[Picture]](https://bernies-journeys.at/wp-content/uploads/2018/09/P9151189-1038x576.jpg "View from Ringturm")
Open House Vienna
This weekend, the Open House Vienna was held for the fifth time. During this event, one can get an insight view of some buildings that are normally closed to the public. I took this opportunity to visit a few well-known buildings. Continue reading Open House Vienna
![[Picture]](https://bernies-journeys.at/wp-content/uploads/2018/07/20180729_142947-1038x576.jpg "Frankenfels")
A leisurely weekend
I spent the past weekend with some friends in Frankenfels (in Lower Austria). It was a rather leisurely weekend with observing the lunar eclipse, visiting the Nix cave, barbecuing, and a short stroll over the surrounding hills. Continue reading A leisurely weekend
![[Picture]](https://bernies-journeys.at/wp-content/uploads/2018/06/P6021175.jpg "Wiener Neustadt channel")
Postman Bernie
As already mentioned, I brought three postcards from Post Office Bay home to Austria. I combined the delivery of the two of these cards (going to the Wiener Neustadt area) with a bike tour. Continue reading Postman Bernie
![[Picture]](https://bernies-journeys.at/wp-content/uploads/2018/05/P5030194.jpg "View of Quito Old Town")
Breathtaking Quito
Quito is probably a real estate agent’s dream: "Location, location, location!" The location is indeed breathtaking – and due to the altitude (about 2,900 meters) in more than one way. Continue reading Breathtaking Quito
![[Picture]](https://bernies-journeys.at/wp-content/uploads/2018/05/IMG_4198-1038x576.jpg "Galápagos tortoise")