This Summer's Best Festivals

Enjoy good music and a relaxed atmosphere outside: The festivals in summer 2024 promise unforgettable experiences.

Art Highlights in Spring 2024

Pop art and performance: Vienna's Albertina celebrates Roy Lichtenstein and his 100th birthday. Kunsthaus Zürich shows Carinthian art pioneer Kiki Kogelnik. London and Amsterdam celebrate the oeuvre of Yoko Ono and Marina Abramović. Here are five exhibition highlights.

Perfect for Your Bucket List: Midsummer in Sweden

Wreaths of flowers in your hair, sun on your skin and good food: Midsummer in Sweden remains one of the best festivals in the north.

Wild Charm and Historic Cities: Discover Colombia from the Mountains to the Coast

Colombia has been notorious for its drug cartels and civil war for a long time. However, since the peace agreement, the country has opened up to tourism again. The magnificent colonial buildings, the green mountains and the picturesque port city of Cartagena have even convinced Amazon founder Jeff Bezos.

Capitals of Culture 2024: Tartu's Highlights

These events, highlights for gourmets and activities should definitely be on your bucket list when visiting the Capital of Culture Tartu!

Check out these art events this Winter

Fashion and modernism: From Coco Chanel's style manifesto in London to Cindy Sherman's anti-fashion photos in Hamburg, Damien Hirst's diamond-studded skull in Munich and more: These are the five can't-miss exhibitions this winter.

Deborah Hanekamp: Healer of the stars

Deborah Hanekamp, aka Mama Medicine, has been dubbed the fashion world's favorite healer by American Vogue magazine. We spoke to the New Yorker by choice about her methods and the power of nature.

David Higgins: Barbie and Ken's Fitness Trainer

A steely sixpack and perfect Barbie legs: David Higgins brought Margot Robbie and Ryan Gosling into top form for the hit movie Barbie. His method also works outside Hollywood.

Why Mental Training is Trending Now

Mindfulness is the trend: Instead of forgetting the world around us, we want to reconnect with it. Yoga, meditation and breathing exercises not only help us to reduce stress, they also make us more creative and empathetic.

Achenseeschifffahrt: Experience the world of Whisky

The Achensee's famous cruise operator has taken a liking to Scotch: Once again, they invite one and all to join them for a "Whisky Cruise".

Are These the 5 Most Beautiful Cities for a Short Trip to England?

Great Britain is best known for London. But other destinations are also worthwhile for a short trip. Here are five of the most beautiful cities on the island.

A Short Trip to Dubrovnik in Autumn is Worthwhile

Escape autumn with a short trip to the UNESCO World Heritage Site on the Dalmatian coast. Sightseeing, lovely beaches and extensive spa programs: All this and more can be experienced with a touch of summer during the off-season in Dubrovnik.

Fascination South Tyrol: Back to the Origin

Maximum variety without long distances: the wonder world of the Dolomites shows the richness that comes from reducing things to the essentials. Chic cities such as Merano and Bolzano invite you to stroll - and in the culinary world, tradition and innovation enter into creative fusions.

Victoria Bikes: Taking e-bike and hike to new heights

Sustainable and comfortable, Victoria e-bikes enrich every hike.

6 Questions for Reinhold Messner

Reinhold Messner has climbed the highest and most dangerous peaks in the world. But for the 78-year-old from Bressanone, the Dolomites are the most beautiful. In our interview he makes no secret of his love for South Tyrol.

South Tyrol: Customs

South Tyrol is rich in folklore: there are quaint traditions and culinary specialties to experience all year round. Here's an overview of the highlights.

The Taste of South Tyrol: Enjoyment at the Summit

Whether at fine dining or at the hut: it doesn't taste good without first-class products. South Tyrol relies on slow food that is organic and comes from the region. In this way, culinary traditions are given a contemporary twist.

Ritz-Carlton Vienna: The New Symphony Suite

The new suite at The Ritz-Carlton, Vienna interweaves the classical with the modern and composes a suite in a class of its own: the Symphony Suite.

5 Questions for the "Pasta Queen" Nadia Caterina Munno

The social media star reveals her secret tips for Rome

These 5 German cities will be transformed into flower oases in 2023

Meadows in bloom, spectacular ideas for your own greenery, music, and events - in 2023, Germany will once again attract visitors with romantic and beautiful state garden shows. The legendary horticultural fairs are now taking place in these 5 cities.

Are These the World's Coolest Festivals in 2023?

Party, dance, enjoy art and music together: These five festivals definitely have to be on your bucket list!

These Are the Top Places to Visit During Carnival in Venice

During the "fifth season" La Serenissima is transformed into a hotspot for mask fans. But where is the best place to sleep, eat and shop?

A Journey Along the Way of St. James: The Camino Francés

As the saying goes, many roads lead to Rome, but at least as many roads lead to the tomb of Apostle James.

Experience Winter Directly Next to the Slopes at this Hotel

Fragrant pine wood, regional natural cuisine, fabulous distant views - at 1,117 meters, in the midst of the Ennstal mountains, authentic enjoyment is created entirely in the rhythm of the surroundings.

Insider Tip Mongolia: Why the Nomadic Country Is Worth a Trip

For an adventurous escape, head to Mongolia. Visitors in search of excitement will definitely get their money's worth in the last nomadic country.

3 Events for Art Lovers This Fall That Make a City Break Worthwhile

Vienna, Madrid and Paris: with exciting limited events, these European culture hubs have plenty in store for art lovers this fall.

Off to Venice: 7 tips for the 2022 Biennale

Venice finally invites you to the Biennale again! With this overview and 7 helpful tips for first-time visitors and returning art fans, the 59th art festival will be a complete success.

Is this the coolest members club in the world?

The Arts Club London is undoubtedly one of the most prestigious private members clubs in the world. Its first international outpost in Dubai has now been extended by a breathtaking floor with rooftop bar, club and cigar lounge. Becoming a member is worth it!

Las Fallas in Valencia: 10 travel tips for Europe's loudest festival

Las Fallas scores with house-sized figures and fireworks, firecrackers and costumed fallers - and will be a fiery success with these 10 travel tips.

Treasure hunt at the souk: tips and tricks for first-time visitors

A lively souk can be quite intimidating for first-time visitors, but with a few insider tips, your visit to the market is sure to be a success. PLUS: the most beautiful hotels for a feeling from '1001 Nights'!

World of Wellness

A spa etiquette guide from Helsinki to Tokyo: What's the right thing to do at a spa in which country?

Autumn is at its most beautiful in these regions of Austria

You love autumn and want to bring a little more colour into the partly grey weather? Then we have the most beautiful destinations for you.

These travel faux pas should be avoided

There are a few things you should definitely look out for when vacationing in certain countries!

Zell am See-Kaprun: Gourmet weeks invite you to enjoy alpine cuisine

Until 26 September everything in Kaprun revolves around culinary moments of pleasure!

5 phrases to master on holiday in France

Often a few short sentences are enough to be able to communicate in France!

Summer in Kitzbühel: The best experiences with "Pura Vida"

This summer this picturesque town in Tyrol boasts a new cultural and culinary concept, offering something for every taste!

5 questions for: Marie-Louise Sciò

The Italian hotel heiress in the Falstaff TRAVEL Talk

5 Questions for: Kelly Wearstler

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9 questions for: Charlotte Lynggaard

The Danish jewellery designer in the Falstaff TRAVEL Talk

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Art & Culture Hotspots in Austria

Cultural journey across Austria: We reveal the 5 most popular cultural hotspots as well as the favourite hotels of the illustrious art scene!

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The most beautiful hotels during the Vienna Contemporary

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