German President to visit Austria this week New German President Christian Wulff will come to Vienna this Wednesday, the office of Austrian President Heinz Fischer has announced.
British teacher dies on first day of school ski trip A British teacher has died on the first day of a week-long school ski trip after falling off a four meter high stone wall after a trip to a pub and landing on his head.
Kampusch: FBI Dossier to Reveal Police Cover Up A secret FBI report into police cover-ups over the kidnapping of cellar prison victim Natascha Kampusch is due to be made public this month (April).
Cellar Girl: Kampusch Dad Launches Book Naming Second Kidnapper The father of girl in the cellar Natascha Kampusch - locked in an underground dungeon and raped for for eight-and-a-half years - has written a book accusing her kidnapper’s best friend of being his accomplice.
Turks Declare Star Wars on Lego Turks living in Austria are calling for a boycott of Lego products after accusing it of encouraging racial hatred and prejudice.
Lake Lüner to get a facelift One of Austria's most beautiful lakes is set to lose most of its water – at least temporarily so that repair and renovation work can take place on the wall of a dam.
Child allowance extension rarely taken up admits minister Experts have criticised the offer of extending the Kinderbetreuungsgeld - the payment made to new parents – for two months in cases of hardship because the process is too complicated.
CCTV images of suspected serial rapist Austrian police have issued these CCTV images of a man they suspect might be responsible for a series of rapes on the Vienna U6 underground line.
Salzburg deputy resigns after 3bn rogue trader loss Salzburg's deputy governor and the man in charge of the province's finances has announced he plans to resign next month after an alleged rogue trader gambled away billions on risky financial market ventures.
Enjoy the river in spring
Spring is a good time to discover Vienna’s rivers and wetlands by boat, and there are many boat companies to choose from.
Enjoy the bootiful scenery
Hotelier Michael Gehring is trying to tempt holidaymakers to see the natural boot-y around to his four star mountain resort - by giving each guest a free pair of walking boots.
Spring at the palace
Gertenpalais Liechtenstein is inviting visitors to an exhibition with a different this time with a focus on all things to do with spring and a tour of its gardens.
Lake Millstatt moves into thermal tourism
With stunning panorama views and spectacular lakes Carinthia is a winner in the summer in attracting tourists but the lakeside tourism opportunities are limited by the weather.
Imperial splendour for families for €15
Austrian Minister for Families Reinhold Mitterlehner has organised a special family ticket for the "Long Night of the Family" on 6 May that allows entry to things connected to the Habsburgs.
Imperial train offers new routes under new management
The Majestic Imperator Train that offers a taste of Imperial luxury upon a train once used by Emperor Franz Josef I and his wife Elisabeth is getting a new head of steam under new management.
Wine and food holidays for men - Sattlerhof
Located in Sernauberg in Southern Styria, one of Austria’s top winegrowing areas, two brothers Willi and Hannes Sattler are serving up the ultimate in culinary holidays at their hotel and vineyard the Sattlerhof.
London tops Austrian holiday destinations
The Austrian travel agents Association has confirmed London is now one of the top destinations for Austrians looking to enjoy an Easter break.
Rappenlochschlucht gorge to be reopened
A famous steep sided river valley known as the Rappenlochschlucht in Austria is set to be reopened after a massive rockfall closed it in 2011.
Achy lakey heart
It is the romantic heart-shaped lake that is putting an end to heartbreak for singles in Austria after becoming a magnet for matchmaking clubs in the country.
Wine holidays in Southern Styria
Lovers of wine can get that bit closer to their favourite wines during a holiday in Southern Styria’s wine growing region.
A holiday in the heart of the Austrian Lake District
Lake Fuschl located in Austria's beautiful Salzkammergut region was created after the end of the four ice ages when the foothills of the Alps were covered by massive glaciers.
St Patrick's Day in Austria
The weekend's St Patrick's Day celebrations proved a great excuse for Austrians to indulge in one of their favourite past times – enjoying a good beer.
Vienna Prater Park Opens for Business
This weekend was the official start for the opening of the funfair and amusement Park section of the Prater park, known as the Wurstelprater.
Gourmet ski week at Sendlhof
The luxury hotel Sendlhof in Gastein, Austria, will host a week of ski orientated gourmet and spa indulgence in March. From 17 to 24 March guests will be able to enjoy an array of après ski culinary events including tastings, presentations and of course a series regional menus.
Working up an appetite in East Tyrol
With some 357 kilometres of slopes between the south side of the Alps and Carinthia, East Tyrol is the perfect skiing destination for all sun and snow lovers. Those who work up an appetite on the slopes however are also well provided for at the dramatic Adler Lounge, perched on the top of the Cimaross peak.Working up an appetite in East Tyrol
Gourmet escapes in Kitzbühel
The ski resort of Kitzbühel in Tyrol, Austria is hoping to provide visitors with both a luxurious snowy and foodie experience this winter season with their snow pass packages.
Moving mountains becomes reality for some
Brand new home swapping club "Snow Swappers" have created a service exclusively for home owners in ski resorts around the world.
Families cash in on free lift passes
Having previously made family holidays easier on parent’s nerves, the Babyhotel in Trebesing, is now making holidays that little bit easier on the wallet.
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