Twenty reasons to visit Vienna
From horses to classical music, Christmas markets through to wine taverns, there is a lot to see and do in the Austrian capital, writes David Whitley.
From horses to classical music, Christmas markets through to wine taverns, there is a lot to see and do in the Austrian capital, writes David Whitley.
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The anticipation is palpable as we tread the red carpet to board the Majestic Imperator.
When you think of Salzburg, you think of The Sound of Music - not Christopher Plummer carrying 'that bloody fat child up the mountain'.
Signing up for a cycling tour justifies another slice of strudel or Sachertorte, doesn't it?
Vienna has topped the world's most livable city list for the ninth consecutive year.
High art and imperial history make Vienna a capital of culture, but that doesn't make visiting a chore.
The Austrians of the country's westernmost state, Vorarlberg, have two common questions for visitors.
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Renowned as the birthplace of classical music, Austria is a country of culture and striking beauty. Spectacular snow-capped mountains reflected in deep blue lakes become a skiing mecca in winter, and in summer attract hikers, cyclists and swimmers. Year-round, innovative cuisine sets it apart from its Swiss neighbours; and a sense of grandeur belies the Austrian cheeky demenour, as one visit to Salzburg's trick fountains sum up.