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1) Schloβ Belvedere: This absolutely gorgeous palatial complex is definitely not to be missed while in Vienna. The former palace has been converted into an art gallery and now houses some of the most coveted international artwork. Stroll through the impeccably-maintained gardens. Visit the art galleries. Marvel at the beautiful Baroque architectural facades of the palace. Learn more about Austrian history at one of the museums. You won’t run out of things to do or see.

A number of tourists today take health and wellness vacations where they book reservations at spa resorts domestically and internationally. They have numerous choices to select from. Some go for hot springs or mud baths while others prefer facials or therapeutic massage. One way are the other, there are numerous options. One of the latest health and wellness crazes is beer spa therapy which is extremely popular in Austria and Germany as well as the Czech Republic. Surprisingly, beer spa therapy dates back to the days of ancient Rome.

There are many traditional and international restaurants in Vienna, Austria. They will surely satisfy all tastes. Typical Viennese cuisine is a mixture of Hungarian, Bohemian and Austrian dishes. But the Italian influence from the 17^th century and French influence from the 18^th century can still be felt. Many restaurants offer a wide range of traditional unique dishes including its famous pastries: Sachertorte, Apfelstrudel, Palatschinken and Buchteln. Get inspired by the 5 following tips for the restaurants in the 1^st district, the historical city center.

The capital and largest city in Austria is Vienna as well as being the cultural, economic, and political hub of the country. Surprisingly, Vienna still displays the trappings of when it was the imperial capital. Additionally, the historical city center is listed as one of UNESCO’s World Heritage sites. The cultural diversity combined with the architecture and history makes Vienna one of the most popular tourist destinations in the entire world. Needless to say, you will never be bored when you explore the city.

The capital and largest city in the Austrian Republic is Vienna, the cultural, economic, and political hub of the country. The main thing you want to remember regarding the Viennese nightlife is that this is a very laid back atmosphere, no matter what time of the late afternoon or evening you are out on the town. It’s amazing how nothing ever proceeds at a rapid pace and no one is ever in a hurry.

In Vienna, there are many opportunities to have fun day and night. You might have already heard that the capital of Austria is famous for its Wiener Kaffee (Vienna coffee) and Sachertorte (Sacher cake). With our guide you can explore the best places to order not only the aforementioned delicious coffee and cake, but also many others.

Vienna’s gourmet culture is multi-faceted and there are many options for vegetarians who want to get to the heart of Viennese cuisine without compromising their principles. Here are some of the best or most interesting vegetarian Restaurants in Vienna.

Kostlich, located on Farbergasse, is a good veggie restaurant in the centre of Vienna. It is only open during the day and so works as a lunch stop for vegetarian visitors to the city. It has a very small seating area which is great for getting to know the people around you – most of them will be locals. Kostlich is certainly not the cheapest place to eat, but neither is it too expensive. read full article

In the scramble for Eastern Europe and the ongoing hype, justified or otherwise, surrounding Paris and Berlin, Vienna has been a little bit neglected as a European travel destination and it certainly isn’t as highly valued as it deserves to be. Here are some tips about how to make the most of any visit to the City.

Vienna’s attractions do not generally rely on good weather to be appreciated and it is a truly year round destination. read full article

Vienna, the capital of Austria, is a paradise for all shopping addicts. Not only are there numerous brand shops in the city center, there are also many shopping malls. Some of them have a central location, but many of them are in Vienna’s surrounding. Explore the best options before you decide to go for your shopping trip. Don’t forget, all shopping malls in Austria are closed on Sundays.

Shopping City Süd

Shopping City Süd is 1 km long mall with more than 330 shops that offer not only clothes and shoes but also home equipment and electronic devices. read full article

There’s something rather strange in the air when you first get to Salzburg.

The peaceful, glowing Austrian City heftily endowed with old-world charm that we all found so charming in The Sound of Music – Salzburg is literally swarming with tourists -… read full article

This third largest city in Austria is also almost synonymous with culture. At one time Linz was Hitler’s home, a city he wanted to make the cultural epicenter of the Third Reich.

Since then the city has been able to successfully detach itself from… read full article

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Relax in Salzburg at the Hotel Vogelweiderhof

Book a “Shaolin Package” at the lovely… read full article

When you are contemplating a vacation in Austria for the whole family, the easiest way to describe what you’ll encounter is that the country is like a big dessert. The landscape with the snow covered peaks looks like a sundae with plenty of… read full article

Single? Married but not ready to engage in popping out sprogs?

Went to Greece last year but got absolutely fed up with the sheer number of raucous offspring hopping all over the place, urinating in the swimming pool and making a tower… read full article

Due to its Central European location, Innsbruck has become a very popular tourist destination. However, Innsbruck’s importance predates the tourism industry as it was well known to the Roman Empire as an important route for military transportation. The city is also revered for its architectural marvels and is… read full article