Monthly Archives: May 2013

From a Bridge and a Road in Kufstein

Posted on May 27, 2013 by FLG

Not far from the German / Austrian border sits Kufstein. Before visiting this city in the Tyrol region of Austria, with a population of less than 20,000 people, furrylittlegnome knew one thing existed here: a medieval fortress on a ledge. That … Continue reading →

Posted in Europe, European Destinations, Landmarks, Travel | Tagged Austrian Alps, European Geography, European travel, Kufstein, medieval fortress, Medieval Fortresses in Europe, Tyrol Austria, Tyrol Region, What to see in Austria, What to see in Europe | 2 Comments

Furrylittlegnome is a Versatile Blogger!

Posted on May 21, 2013 by FLG

Another one for furrylittlegnome!!! A very big thank you to Steve from http://aroundtheworldwithblade.wordpress.com/ for nominating this little blog for The Versatile Blogger Award over the weekend! He writes about his travels from all over the world. Want to see some … Continue reading →

Posted in Uncategorized | Tagged award certificate, Blog Awards, Blog Nominations, Blogs, Versatile Blogger Award | 26 Comments

Typical Bavarian Food

Posted on May 20, 2013 by FLG

It is hard for some of you to imagine, but yes, furrylittlegnome can say she sampled almost everything you are about to see. Bavarian food is heavy and hearty. Furry is not even going to attempt the German names of … Continue reading →

Posted in Culture, Europe, European Destinations, Food, Travel | Tagged Bavaria, bavarian restaurant, Bayarn, German Beer gardens, German Food, German Pretzels, German Travel, Lake Chiemsee, Potato Pancakes with Applesauce, Typical Bavarian food, What to eat in Germany | 9 Comments

The Austrian Alps – Quite a Sight!

Posted on May 13, 2013 by FLG

Gone are the days when furrylittlegnome would get numerous stamps in her passport on just one visit to Europe. One time, when she landed at Basel / Mulhouse, she came back to America with stamps from France, Germany and Switzerland. … Continue reading →

Posted in Europe, European Destinations, Landmarks, Travel | Tagged Alps, Austria, Austrian Alps, Bayern, European Border Crossing, European Geography, European travel, Kufstein, Mountain Ranges, Photos of the Alps, Things to see in Europe, Travel Within Europe, Tyrol | 14 Comments

An Authentic Bavarian Scene

Posted on May 10, 2013 by FLG

Located about an hour south of Munich, Germany sits Bad Tolz. Located on the River Isar, with a population of less than 20,000 people, and dating back to the year 1180, Bad Tolz is a picturesque Bavarian town. Once you pass under … Continue reading →