Austria

The second largest city in Austria and the capital of the federal state of Styria, Graz boasts a long history of impressive architecture and educational excellence, as well as plenty of things to see and do. The six universities here add much to the atmosphere, as do the...

Hallstatt is a village on Lake Hallstatt's western shore in Austria's mountainous Salzkammergut region. Its 16th-century Alpine houses and alleyways are home to cafes and shops. A funicular railway connects to Salzwelten, an ancient salt mine with a subterranean salt...

Capital of the Austrian Tyrol, Innsbruck occupies a stunning location surrounded by Alpine peaks. A hub for winter sports (the city has twice hosted the Winter Olympics), the city draws visitors year-round with its superb backdrop and lovely Old Town centre. The Altstadt...

Mayrhofen is a town in the Zillertal Valley, in the west Austrian province of Tyrol. It’s known for its ski areas. Lifts provide access to the slopes of Ahorn Mountain to the south. To the west, Penken Mountain includes the steep piste known as the “Harakiri.”...

Salzburg is fairytale Austria, embracing the banks of the fast-flowing Salzach River and overlooked by the striking Austrian Alps. A quiet Alpine retreat, there are two focuses that draw the crowds - W. A. Mozart and The Sound of Music. Fans of the film can enjoy a full...

With its imperial palaces, elegant fountains, grand squares and tree-lined boulevards, it's not hard to see Vienna as the capital of empires spanning hundreds of years. The city centre has been designated a UNESCO World Heritage Site, and offers a wealth of museums, fine...