27/05/2026
I've just got back from two weeks in Austria, and it was a magical trip.
Me and my partner went to Salzburg by train from London, it took 12 hours and it was wonderful to see the landscapes of Europe unfold before us. The city is stunning, set in a great bowl of river-plain surrounded by the Alps, and we had a brilliant time exploring city and mountain, river, markets and bars, palaces, fortresses, lakes and villages.
It's a legendary musical heartland, as Mozart was born and composed many of his famous works there. And it's where they filmed The Sound Of Music, so you can't help but sing 'The hills are alive' when you're out wandering the mountain pastures. 😄
Also loads of people go there for the Sound of Music tours so, and it's hilarious, you see people of all ages and nationalities dressed up in traditional Austrian costumes doing formation dances in the famous Mirabelle Gardens while singing 'Do Re Mi' to a backing track booming out of big loudspeakers! 😂
We tasted some solid Austrian fayre, darn good beer and their classic cheese dumpling in beef broth with awesome potato salad. Our daughter is out there studying for the year so it was lovely to hang out with her and have her as our local guide.
We stomped up some big mountains, it was hard work but the views made it so worth it! I'm definitely fitter now. 🥾
Now I'm back I'm getting into recording some more of my own songs, which is such a fun creative process.
And I'm here to support you with your voice and singing so just reach out if you want my help. 🎶
If you haven't already heard my original indie folk music, I'd love for you to check out my songs, find the links here: https://linktr.ee/selenamaramusic
Keep singing! 😊
Selena x 🦋