WELCOME TO 2-2-2 TUESDAY
Here are 2 Cultural Highlights, 2 Quotes, and 2 Brief Stories for you to enjoy.
Inspired by Salzburg, Austria
2 CULTURAL HIGHLIGHTS
1.
Prodigy in Salzburg:
Mozart.
Have you heard of him?
Of course you have! The musical legend is so famous, that he’s universally known by just one name.
Born in 1756, in Salzburg, Austria, Mozart had a musical gift that could make even the grumpiest of cows tap their hooves in rhythm. At the tender age of eight, Mozart unleashed his first symphony upon the world, leaving everyone scratching their heads and wondering what they had been doing with their lives.
What was the recipe to his success? The location was at least one major ingredient. Salzburg is surrounded by stunning mountains and picturesque views, which must have inspired Mozart’s creativity.
The seemingly perfect timing in the ideal location also allowed him to mingle with the crème de la crème of musicians and composers, like Johann Christian Bach. The social scene was buzzing, with classical music’s elite partying like it was 1799.
After leaving Salzburg, Mozart became the ultimate wanderlust-stricken musician. He trotted all around Europe, searching for new opportunities and patrons like a musical Indiana Jones. This city always held a special place in his heart. He returned multiple times throughout his career, bringing his magic back to where it all began.
Fast forward to today, and Salzburg still keeps the Mozart flame alive. You can visit attractions like Mozart’s birthplace and residence, where you’ll find a treasure trove of insights into the composer’s life.
2.
Majestic Horse Spa:
“Pferdeschwemme.” I challenge you to say that five times fast.
“What is the Pferdeschwemme,” you ask? It’s basically a historic horse bath located in the heart of Salzburg! But it’s so much more.
Back in the good old days, it was a horse’s dream come true – a place where they could frolic, splash around, and cool off their hooves. Our four-legged-friends entered and exited via ramps on both sides.
One of the greatest qualities of the Pferdeschwemme is its jaw-dropping backdrop, nestled at the base of the Mönchsberg cliff walls. The towering cliffs create a dramatic scenery, as if they’re saying, “Hey, horses, you’re the stars of the show!”
2 QUOTES TO CONSIDER
- “Be like a postage stamp— stick to one thing until you get there.” —Josh Bilings
- “What’s the ONE Thing you can do this week such that by doing it everything else would be easier or unnecessary?” – Gary Keller
2 BRIEF STORIES
1.
Train Troubles and Trekkers:
Last week, my adventurous wife and I hopped on a train operated by the mighty Deutsche Bahn, ready for an epic journey. As fate would have it, two German trekkers chose to sit across from us. Naturally, we peppered the young women with questions about their grueling 14-day trek through the Alps. Plus, I saw it as a prime opportunity to flex my German language skills, which were about as rusty as an old bicycle left out in the rain.
To our surprise, the train seemed to take “German punctuality” as more of a suggestion than a rule. It stopped more times than a kid with a sweet tooth in a candy store, causing a delay of over 40 minutes.
As a result, we missed our connecting train. We wondered out loud, “How should we go about finding another train?”
Lo and behold, our new friends in hiking boots came to the rescue. Katarina whipped out her trusty phone and dove into the depths of Deutsche Bahn’s timetable. She emerged victorious, wielding a plan B and even a plan C of train options.
She gave us more great news. Turns out, the delay gave us the golden ticket to ride any Deutsche Bahn train we pleased, thanks to their policy for hapless souls like us caught in the web of tardiness.
With their help, we arrived only five minutes late to our final destination.
Lemons into lemonade.
2.
Swimming In Salzburg:
Once upon a scorching hot day in Salzburg, my wife and I found ourselves craving a refreshing dip to escape the relentless heat. Fortunately, we discovered a FREE public swimming lake maintained by the city itself. With excitement and a healthy dose of sunscreen, we embarked on a day trip to the wondrous aquatic wonderland.
The small swimming lake was supplied exclusively with groundwater, ensuring a refreshingly cool oasis. We wasted no time diving in and swimming to the floating islands.
Around the lake were plenty of spacious sunbathing areas featuring luscious green grass. As a bonus, we found a prime resting area under one of the many massive shade trees.
Salzburg had truly outdone itself, maintaining this incredible public swimming lake for all to enjoy.
Other cities, take note!
Thanks for tuning in to 2-2-2 Tuesday!
If you have any feedback, comments, or suggestions, we’d love to hear from you. Have a wonderful week.
– Zack and Farah
