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Treat Your Tastebuds at These Top Michelin Star Eateries

The best chefs in the world are only awarded 3 Michelin stars if their restaurant is worth travelling to. I mean, really worth travelling to. While the 2-star rating is for food that merits a ‘detour’, the triple whammy signals the restaurant is worth a full-on holiday. And why not? We’re used to organising trips around historic sites or natural wonders, so it makes sense to put exquisite food at the top of the list for a change. So here’s

Wunderbar Vienna: The Hidden Gems of Austria’s Capital

Vienna is renowned for its elegant execution of the finer things in life. The art, architecture and refined musical culture are the hallmarks of this much-loved city that offers just the right blend of historical and contemporary ambience. The world-class museums, stunning Baroque cathedrals and delicious Sachertorte (its iconic chocolate cake) attract tourists from all over the world, but while the city’s high-profile attractions are deserving of their popularity, there’s a whole other side to the city that many visitors

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Wining, Dining and Fine Style in Vienna

If you think a standard night out in Vienna is a simple dinner of Schnitzel and Apfelstrudel, followed by a quiet pint in a local bar, you couldn’t be further from the truth. The capital of Austria is quickly becoming a hub for world-class fine dining – did you know that Vienna is the world’s largest wine-producing capital city, for instance? If you have an eye for trendy nightclubs, you won’t have to look far, either. To get you wining, dining and socialising in style, we recommend visiting the following hotspots on your trip to Vienna. Going on a 24-hour

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Visiting Vienna With Children

While those with young families may think a city like Vienna doesn’t have much to offer in terms of child-friendly attractions and activities, in fact, this lovely city is actually a wonderful destination for youngsters. And, with a little research, it doesn’t have to blow out the hard-earned holiday budget.

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Freeskiers Get Freaky in Bad Gastein

Thrill-seekers will want to pack their bags for Austria in February 2017, as the Austrian Alps will be home to one of the most highly anticipated winter sports events of the year. This is also a superb area for shredding powder, giving you all the ingredients for an unforgettable trip.

Weekend Break – Celebrate the Festive Season in Zell am See

Getting away for a weekend break during the festive season is more than just an opportunity to put off your Christmas shopping for another few days and prepare your digestion for another onslaught of mince pies and turkey. Experiencing the way another country celebrates at this time of the year is an excuse to eat, drink, shop and be very merry! There are few cultures that know how to mark the Christmas period quite like the Austrians, and the beautiful lakeside town of Zell am See knows how to do it in style. So get your glühwein glasses on and

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A Rejuvenating Health Break in Bad Gastein

Anyone who’s discovered the rejuvenating benefits of a weekend or mini-break knows that it doesn’t have to be a long time to be a good time! If you’ve been burning the candle at both ends, or work’s been stressing you out, get yourself a last minute flight to Austria and book a revitalising spa break to take in the health giving properties of the famous thermal pools of beautiful Bad Gastein. There now; you can feel that stress melting away just thinking about it, can’t you? Relax, Restore, Rejuvenate This stunning little town nestled into the Austrian Alps has become

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Vienna Shore Excursions

The Austrian capital of Vienna is an undisputed highlight of any Danube River Cruise. Located in the east of the country close to the Czech Republic, Slovakia, and Hungary, this UNESCO World Heritage City is best known around the world for its legacy of classical music and its rich culture which continue to attract millions of visitors every year. If your cruise company offer the option of an extension at the beginning or end of your cruise be sure to take it as there’s so much to see and do in this most charming of cities.

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Your Romantic Escape in Vienna

Many people regard Vienna as the ‘City of Music’ because of its deep ties to classical composers like Beethoven, Mozart, and Strauss. There’s certainly no disputing that fact, but for me, Vienna is also a place of romance. Remember what Shakespeare once wrote in Twelfth Night: “If music be the food of love, play on!” So if you and your other half are looking for the perfect location for a romantic getaway, put Vienna on your list. Let the beauty, history, and ambience of this elegant European capital become the soundtrack to your holiday, as you and your partner form

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