Palaces

The palace of Schonbrunn in Vienna was the summer home for Franz Joseph and Sisi. Though out in the country much business was still being attended there. Upon arrival the guests would have a waiting room to wait in until their audience with the emperor. There was also room for large dinner parties as well as fancy balls and guest quarters. Outside there are beautiful gardens surrounding the palace which seclude it from all other civilization.The Hofburg palace was very similar only it was the official palace of Vienna. It is located in the center of the city. It is not as pretty as Schonbrunn, it has no gardens. The gray look made it feel very industrial.
The palace of Kew Gardens was the home of George III. It was considered the summer palace, and it is what one would imagine a regular summer home to be. Contrary to Schonbrunn, Kew did not have a large ball room, guest quarters or elegant waiting rooms. This red brick palace was much more homey and centered towards family than anything else. I do not recall seeing any sort of writing desks for business to be had. I think this summer palace is much more favorable than Schonbrunn even though it is a great deal smaller