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Discover Innsbruck: A Compact City of Culture

Tucked away at the base of the breathtaking Tyrolean mountains, Innsbruck is a popular stop for walkers in search of a hilly hike. The landscape is made up of green hills that transform into incredible, jagged peaks of rock reaching into the blue sky above. This Austrian city is worth a visit for the views alone, but for the curious and engaged traveller there is lots more on offer in this idyllic place than just a good walk. For travellers

Kaprun: An All-Year Destination for All the Family

Nestled in the heart of the Austrian Alps, Kaprun stands as a testament to nature’s grandeur, offering a diverse array of experiences for every member of the family. While it’s renowned for its winter wonderland and exceptional skiing opportunities, Kaprun’s allure transcends the snow-covered slopes, making it a destination worth exploring all year round. Skiing Adventures for All Skill Levels Kaprun’s reputation as a skiing paradise is well-deserved, with options catering to all skill levels. For seasoned enthusiasts, the glacier

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Country Profile: Austria

With a well-deserved reputation as one of the most scenic destinations in Europe, Austria is defined by its epic chocolate-box beauty, comprising spectacular mountains, deep verdant valleys and flower-strewn alpine meadows. On the other side of the coin, the exquisite Baroque architecture and classical culture of its main cities Vienna, Innsbruck and Salzburg create the perfect marriage of tradition and contemporary elegance.

Solo Adventures in Obergurgl: Top Things to Do

Winter is one of the best times for a fun-filled solo holiday. Things can be pretty bleak at home, but if you can be flexible with your dates you can get some great deals on travel and accommodation by avoiding school holidays. But where should you choose to go? Well, if you like natural beauty, good food and a whole host of exciting things to see and do, there are few places better than an alpine ski resort. And Obergurgl,

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Fun for Every Season in St Anton Am Arlberg

St Anton Am Arlberg is a world renowned skiing destination with a rich and vibrant history. One of the earliest sites for Alpine skiing, this resort has been attracting skiers for over a century, and when you arrive here and realise what it has to offer, it is easy to see why people have never stopped coming! With a huge number of pistes, the winter season is a fantastic time to hit the slopes, but the resort has something to

Top Foodie Restaurants to Try in Mayrhofen

The ski resort of Mayrhofen is not only renowned for its fantastic slopes and classy boutiques and hotels – the gastronomic scene in this town is a true foodie’s paradise. There are countless restaurants that will leave you with wonderful memories and eager to book a table for the next day! The traditional cuisine is hearty, rich and so varied that every member of your party will find something that suits them. Warming and atmospheric, the restaurants themselves provide wonderful

A Wild Winter and Sensational Summer in Ischgl, the Ibiza of the Alps

I can speak very confidently when I say that an active holiday is one of the best ways to enjoy time away with friends. Not only can you have plenty of fun outdoors during the day, but the nightlife is pretty wild too. The energy in Ischgl, high up in the Paznaun Valley in Austria, is contagious no matter the season. This resort has all the ingredients needed to make amazing memories that will be treasured always, and a week

Athletic Activities in the Alps: Our Route from Innsbruck to Ischgl

Whether you’re looking to strap on your skis, scramble up steep slopes with your hiking boots or conquer challenging routes on your mountain bike, the Alpine village of Ischgl is a go-to destination for athletic adventures from A to Z. This classic mountain town, situated in Austria’s Tyrol region, is bustling with adrenaline junkies at any time of year, who spend their days zooming up and down the Verwallk, Samnaun and Silvretta mountains. But while Ischgl is the ideal base

Get Giddy in Gerlos: Spring & Summer Family Fun

The epitome of natural beauty, the small village of Gerlos in the Gerlostal Valley, located on the border between Tirol and Salzburg, is a far cry from the hustle and bustle of a typical family holiday resort. Perhaps better known for its winter holidays, nestled into the valley beyond forested slopes, in the spring and summer Gerlos offers the perfect combination of peace and tranquillity, and activities are geared toward those who love the great outdoors. If you are looking

Top Springtime Activities in Mayrhofen

If the only things you think of when you imagine the Alps in Austria are skiing, snowboarding and, of course, a wild après-ski scene, then you might be surprised to find out that there’s as much going on here in the spring as there is in the winter. Once the snow and ice has melted, the mountains offer a range of spring/summer activities which will get your pulse racing as quickly as a downhill skier! Mountain Mayhem at Ahorn and

Smile, Swig and Shimmy in Sölden: A Party Paradise

Sölden is a high-altitude ski paradise with a lot on offer for every ability. With over 140km of wide, open pistes, the resort sits 1377m above sea level, snow-sure throughout the ski period.  Predominantly the destination of German and Dutch skiers, this resort rests on two adjoining glaciers, which skiers head up eagerly at the start of each day, ready for some of the longest and most rewarding descents in the region. The resort also has great snow parks in addition to some of the finest ski-lifts in Austria, so skiers are always on the move and having fun. Après-Ski

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Gourmet Gastronomy in Ischgl: The Ultimate Foodie Guide

Over the past 20 years, Ischgl has established itself as one of Austria’s finest ski resorts. It is a celebration of traditional Tyrolean values with a modern and contemporary twist. The resort regularly hosts Top of the Mountain concerts with international stars, including Tina Turner, Elton John, Bob Dylan and Bon Jovi among others. It offers visitors over 230km of excellent ski pistes as well as luxurious accommodation, allowing it to be recognised as a world-class winter destination for anyone with refined tastes. In my mind the resort’s biggest selling point is its wide selection of independent gourmet restaurants that

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Go the Distance: Cross Country Skiing in Seefeld in Tirol

If you and your family are looking for a slightly different winter sports challenge this year, but can’t bear to give up the fresh air and stunning Alpine views of previous ski holidays, then you should seriously consider cross country skiing. Nordic skiing (as opposed to the Alpine variety which is basically about pointing your skis downhill and going as fast as you can) is a wonderful way to explore the beautiful mountain landscapes at a slower pace.