In the middle of Europe, the mountainous Austria is a land of milk and honey for outdoor enthusiasts.
Especially the region of Tyrol impresses with its mighty mountains, where you can ski on an icy glacier, hike the peaks of Zillertal and explore icy caves – all within a distance of 20 kilometers.
Follow Matt Johanson as he takes us with him on his Austrian adventure
If there’s one city in Europe you should visit if you’re a classical music buff, it’s without any doubt Vienna.
Filled with outstanding orchestras and imposing Music Halls, not to mention the legacy of world-famous composers and musicians, the capital of Austria is truly the capital of classical music!
Here’s our guide to where you can make the most of your musical visit.
By Saul Schwartz Imagine yourself sitting on a cruise ship, glass of wine in one hand and your hubby’s in the other. Watching the scenery go by in a serene, tranquil fashion. Waking up to new adventures and explorations in yet another wonderful place. Going on a cruise is not a necessarily a Caribbean endeavor.…
Deep in the heart of Europe lies a land of emperors, waltz and schnitzel. A haven for hikers, skiers and city lovers. From the magnificent palaces of Vienna to the steep mountains of the Alps, every tourist can find something exactly to their taste.
Jen Miller has found the Best Things To Do in Austria – here are some of them:
Although skiing might have originated from Sweden and Norway, it’s the southern ski destinations, that have gone over in history. From Ernest Hemingway in the 1920’s and James Bond in the 1980’s to the snowboarders of today, the mighty Alps provide both framework and backdrop for skiing in France, Italy, Austria and Switzerland. Here’s our pick…
Although Halloween might have come from Ireland, originally the celebration of the celtic Samhain with candles inside carved beet-roots instead of pumpkins, it’s definitely an American celebration, which the Europeans slowly are warming up to. So if you’re in Europe in this murky time of year, despair not – we have some horrifying Halloween happenings…
We’ve just returned from a week in the snow in homely Austria. With perfect powder, blue skies and a jagatee to keep us warm, Austria is the perfect spot for skiers, snowboarders and winter trekkers. We stayed in the small town of Mellau which has been a well-kept secret for years. Now – however…