We are up bright and early today as we are off on the Sound of Music tour. Both Paula and I are fans of the musical so it is a great thrill to be seeing where the original von Trapp family lived and to see where a number of the film scenes were shot. Once everyone has boarded the coach we set off and our english speaking guide is full of information about the movie and the von trapp family. The music from the film plays in the background setting the scene. We drive past historical landmarks and through the…
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The Sound of Music Tour Salzberg Austria
Monday, May 7th, 2007 at
6:28 am
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A Visit to Linderhof Castle
Sunday, April 22nd, 2007 at
9:49 am
Linderhof Castle is the smallest of King Ludwig’s palaces and everything about it is amazing, from the beautiful gardens with the gilt fountains through to the kitchens in the base of the castle. As with most of the palaces in Europe, each room is an absolute feast of opulence and color and each is more jaw dropping than the last. The hall of mirrors is reminiscent of the Hall of Mirrors in Versailles. The ceiling is painted with with “The Birth of Venus” and there is a massive chandelier hanging from the beautifully painted ceiling. The music room has tapestry…


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