Austria
Experience the peak of indulgence in Kitzbühel
As the snow clad Alpine landscape converts to a mountainous luscious green panorama, one of Kitzbühel’s newest additions to the hotel scene – the Grand Tirolia Golf & Ski Resort – is preparing itself for a busy summer ahead.
Yodel your way to the Austrian Tirol
According to research released this week by the Tirol Tourist Board, one in three Brits allow international stereotypes dictate where they travel, but when it comes to their own regional stereotypes, two in five are proud of where they are from, with more than half saying stereotypes are just a bit of fun*.
Family-friendly holiday options for May half-term
For a family-friendly May half-term holiday, HF Holidays is highlighting two of its self-guided options – a donkey trail in France and a cycling itinerary in Germany and Austria – which offer the family the flexibility of travelling at their own unhurried pace.
New shopping centre opens in Innsbruck
Long awaited and much anticipated, Innsbruck’s ‘Kaufhaus Tyrol’, an inner-city shopping space steeped in tradition, finally reopened its doors in March 2010.
Last minute Easter ski bargains
Directski.com is offering its last ski bargains of the season with departures on 3rd April from Gatwick with a saving of £300 and departures from Manchester saving £220. Prices include return flights, transfers and 7 nights accommodation.
Radio 1’s Annie Mac to play a set at Volvo Ice Camp
For one day only, Snowbombing - the greatest show on snow - takes over the Volvo ICE CAMP. On Thursday 8th April, 200 lucky Snowbombers will take a ski lift all the way up the glacier in Kitzsteinhorn, Kaprun, Austria - 2,500 metres above sea level - to be treated to an eclectic and floor-filling two-hour set from Radio 1's Annie Mac with the Volvo ICE CAMP providing a stunning back drop.
Late season ski deals
Spring is in the air but don’t pack those skis and snowboards away just yet. Check out the Tirol Tourist Board’s top 10 reasons why spring skiing is the best.
Summer hiking in Innsbruck
Innsbruck’s summer hiking program is free of charge for all guests staying in Innsbruck or its 25 holiday villages. Included in the program is a hiking guide from the Alpine School of Innsbruck, hiking bus, and equipment.
bmi announces new service to Vienna
bmi will be launching a new route between London Heathrow and Vienna from March 28 2010, with fares available to book as of now. The route will be operated using an Airbus A320 aircraft in conjunction with Austrian Airlines, also part of Star Alliance, to offer five flights a day, seven days a week.
Last minute Valentine’s breaks
Celebrate this year’s St. Valentine’s Day with a difference by whisking your loved-one away for a romantic European city break.
A diva in Vienna
There will be plenty of opportunities to see Russian-Austrian soprano Anna Netrebko at the Vienna State Opera House in 2010.
New chef presents gourmet cuisine at Aurelio Lech
Hotel Aurelio has appointed Christian Rescher as the new chef for the five star, luxurious chalet-hotel in Austria.
Vancouver most expensive ski destination
Skiers should give Vancouver a swerve if they want to stay in the black as the Canadian city is the most expensive destination, according to analysis for Virgin Money's Travel Insurance.
Alicia Keys to close Ischgl’s winter season
Alicia Keys will be topping off Ischgl’s 2009/2010 winter season with a performance at the Top Of The Mountain Concert on 1 May 2010, starting at 1 pm.
Top 10 European hotels for winter sports
Flying down the ski slopes through the valleys, or simply enjoying a hot chocolate and taking in the beautiful winter landscape. For travellers that would like to experience the enjoyment of winter sports, Europe’s ski hotels offer guests the opportunity to relax and enjoy alpine hospitality and rustic comforts.