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A guide to driving in Austria for tourists

Driving in Austria is generally uncomplicated. That said, there are two things that can land tourists in hot water with the local authorities. They are the failure to buy a Vignette (Austrian toll sticker) and […]

The best cities in Austria to visit this year

Which are the best cities to visit in Austria? This is a question I often get, especially from first-time visitors. My short answer is Vienna, Salzburg, and Innsbruck. Read on for the long one. […]

The Austrian vignette – don’t get caught without it

Motorists driving on Austrian motorways must pay a toll. Failure to buy an Austrian vignette, the country’s toll pass, can result in a spot fine of at least €120. You can avoid this by knowing […]

Schlick 2000 is one of the ski resorts near Innsbruck.

9 Innsbruck ski resorts for a different skiing holiday

Innsbruck, the capital of Tyrol in Austria, is an excellent destination for a skiing holiday with a difference. Why? Because the Olympia SkiWorld includes 9 Innsbruck ski resorts totalling 300 km of slopes. Overview of […]

Skiers on the Fernau Access slop of the Stubai glacier ski resort.

Your guide to the Stubai glacier ski resort in Austria

The Stubai glacier is one of the best family ski resorts in Austria. And this is not just us saying so. The big German ski resort review site Ski Info placed it third on its […]

Schlick 2000 ski resort review

Schlick 2000 is a medium-sized ski resort in the Stubai Valley in the Austrian Tyrol. I can confidently say it’s my favourite ski resort near Innsbruck. This is a guide to help families and beginners […]

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