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Vienna
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Average Daily Travel Cost (per person):
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€ 113.17 |
| Accommodation1 | € 73.24 |
| Food2 | € 23.17 |
| Water2 | € 4.32 |
| Local Transportation1 | € 12.43 |
| Entertainment1 | € 20.36 |
| Tips and Handouts1 | € 4.36 |
| Souvenirs1 | € 12.97 |
| Alcohol2 | € 9.23 |
Vienna is the political capital of Austria, but it also serves as the cultural and economic center of the country. It's the largest city in Austria and still has buildings that highlight its power as an imperial capital. It is also listed as a UNESCO World Heritage Site.
While Vienna has a strong since of history, it is actually a young city with a youthful vibe that embraces fun and thrills. There are many clubs and festivals that take advantage of Vienna's popular music scene. There's also museums, parks, and attractions sprinkled throughout the city. If the weather is warm while you're in town, take advantage of the cafe culture and enjoy a cup of coffee from a city plaza while you can soak up the city's atmosphere and enjoy some people watching.
The best way to make your way around Vienna is on the very good public transportation system. The system includes rail, commuter rail, trams, and an underground. The underground, or subway, is very thorough, and will take you within a few minutes walk of almost anywhere you might hope to reach in the city.
There are some interesting activities that many people make a point of participating in around Vienna. Perhaps the most famous are the glamorous balls, most of which are hosted during the Carnival season. Many of the balls are hosted by different professional guilds, such as the coffee house owners, and the most prestigious are held in places like the City Hall or the State Opera.
Many people also enjoy the many open air festivals held throughout the warmer months. Most of these are during the summer and some of the more popular ones include the Augarten, the Vienna Turf Krieau, the Prater, and Schloss Neugebaude.
There are great restaurants throughout the city and the restaurants that are accustomed to tourists often have English menus available as well. Many of the portion sizes can be quite large, so it may be possible to share a dish with your travel companion.
While Vienna has a strong since of history, it is actually a young city with a youthful vibe that embraces fun and thrills. There are many clubs and festivals that take advantage of Vienna's popular music scene. There's also museums, parks, and attractions sprinkled throughout the city. If the weather is warm while you're in town, take advantage of the cafe culture and enjoy a cup of coffee from a city plaza while you can soak up the city's atmosphere and enjoy some people watching.
The best way to make your way around Vienna is on the very good public transportation system. The system includes rail, commuter rail, trams, and an underground. The underground, or subway, is very thorough, and will take you within a few minutes walk of almost anywhere you might hope to reach in the city.
There are some interesting activities that many people make a point of participating in around Vienna. Perhaps the most famous are the glamorous balls, most of which are hosted during the Carnival season. Many of the balls are hosted by different professional guilds, such as the coffee house owners, and the most prestigious are held in places like the City Hall or the State Opera.
Many people also enjoy the many open air festivals held throughout the warmer months. Most of these are during the summer and some of the more popular ones include the Augarten, the Vienna Turf Krieau, the Prater, and Schloss Neugebaude.
There are great restaurants throughout the city and the restaurants that are accustomed to tourists often have English menus available as well. Many of the portion sizes can be quite large, so it may be possible to share a dish with your travel companion.
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Print Out Some Info
By backpackguru
on Oct 28, 2011
Vienna is bigger than you might expect. It also has a lot of districts, neighborhoods, and sights. Come prepared. It's easy to get lost here or lose track of you plans for the day, so consider coming armed with a map and a list of places you want to see. Think about your route ahead of time so you're not backtracking across the city too much.
Of course, there's no need to over prepare, but it's a good idea when you're traveling to a city like Vienna to have some idea what you want to see and do and how you want to do it. Your legs and your travel companions with thank you.
Of course, there's no need to over prepare, but it's a good idea when you're traveling to a city like Vienna to have some idea what you want to see and do and how you want to do it. Your legs and your travel companions with thank you.
Attending a Ball
By backpackguru
on Nov 21, 2011 in Entertainment
A quintessential part of visiting Vienna is attending a Ball, particularly if you're in town during the carnival season when you a many different options. Vienna Balls can be quite impressive and elegant, particularly if you attend one at a popular destination like the Vienna Hofburg or the City Hall. The most famous and upscale ball is the Opera Ball in the State Opera. Another elegant one is the Wiener Philharmoniker. Other balls are put on by various professional organizations such as the Vienna Coffee house owners. Search at a comprehensive schedule of the balls to see your options and the best way of obtaining tickets. You can usually find the schedule on the Vienna City Council website.
Innsbruck
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Average Daily Travel Cost (per person):
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€ 87.11 |
| Accommodation1 | € 50.51 |
| Food2 | € 28.20 |
| Local Transportation1 | € 10.77 |
| Entertainment1 | € 12.05 |
| Alcohol2 | € 12.86 |
Innsbruck is conveniently located near Munich, Germany and northern Italy, making it a centrally located base for seeing the Alps. Innsbruck is also a haven for winter sports and has twice hosted the Winter Olympics. The scenery is stunning and the skiing is world class. It is known as the largest ski resort in the Alps. Innsbruck was also a big contributor to the rise in snowboarding popularity during the 1990's. Snowboarding is still a huge past time in the area, and there is a very vibrant subculture of snowboarders that remains in the area. During the winter months, there are a stream of almost constant events that cater to skiers and winter sports fans, as well as adrenaline junkies. Innsbruck is also home to two different universities and a few smaller colleges, giving the city a youthful vibe with a very vibrant and enthusiastic nightlife.
Many people spend one or two days in Innsbruck and choose to walk around the town as opposed to taking public transportation. If you plan to stay in Innsbruck for a more extended period of time you would likely benefit from familiarizing yourself with the bus system. There are some great sights around town which include churches and cathedrals like the Cathedral at Saint Jacob, memorials such as Goldenes Dachl and Annasaule, and museums like the Bell Museum, Hofburg, and the Folk Art Museum.
Restaurants and hotels around town can be somewhat expensive and the more budget options usually fill up quickly. You will find you can stretch your dollar farther if you travel to Innsbruck during the low season or in the shoulder season when their are less tourists and winter sports enthusiasts. Prices will be lower and your options will be more plentiful and available although you may miss out of the more interesting events and activities.
Many people spend one or two days in Innsbruck and choose to walk around the town as opposed to taking public transportation. If you plan to stay in Innsbruck for a more extended period of time you would likely benefit from familiarizing yourself with the bus system. There are some great sights around town which include churches and cathedrals like the Cathedral at Saint Jacob, memorials such as Goldenes Dachl and Annasaule, and museums like the Bell Museum, Hofburg, and the Folk Art Museum.
Restaurants and hotels around town can be somewhat expensive and the more budget options usually fill up quickly. You will find you can stretch your dollar farther if you travel to Innsbruck during the low season or in the shoulder season when their are less tourists and winter sports enthusiasts. Prices will be lower and your options will be more plentiful and available although you may miss out of the more interesting events and activities.
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Sights Around Town
By backpackguru
on Nov 21, 2011 in Entertainment
If you're burned out of skiing and want to see some of the sights around town there are some great churches and cathedrals worth checking out. The Hofkirche is home to the most significant emperor's tomb. St Jacob Cathedral is a Baroque style cathedral with interesting architecture. Wiltener Basilika is baroque style as well and built in the 1700's. Stift Wilten is a premonstratensian monastery. Schloss Ambras is a renaissance style castle with a nice grounds to walk around.
Salzburg
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Average Daily Travel Cost (per person):
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€ 102.15 |
| Accommodation1 | € 63.41 |
| Food2 | € 25.87 |
| Water2 | € 2.57 |
| Local Transportation1 | € 10.78 |
| Entertainment1 | € 13.36 |
| Communication2 | € 1.60 |
| Souvenirs1 | € 9.00 |
| Alcohol2 | € 14.57 |
Most people know of Salzburg from its roll in the infamous movie "The Sound of Music." Every child who fell in love with this movie knows the gazebo scene in the rain, or could sing "My Favorite Things" as they skip down the Salzach River, but once you get passed the obvious cliches, you can see that Salzburg is a city with a lot of depth and culture aside from the movie.
Salzburg is also famed as the birthplace of Mozart. It has a wonderfully preserved old town with excellent examples of baroque architecture. There's a handful of museums as well as a zoo and some wonderful restaurants. There's also the popular Salzburg Festival. But if you're still a kid at heart and first fell in love with Salzburg during the Sound of Music, Panorama Tours will take you on a Sound of Music Tour where you'll hit most of the important highlights. It is still a popular favorite for many visitors to Salzburg.
The most enjoyable way to explore the city is on foot. It's a beautiful and easily walkable town, and you will truly soak up most of its atmosphere if you wander around without an agenda. Another fun option to to rent a bicycle and explore that way. There is also a great bus network that is convenient if you're not up for walking or if the weather is not ideal for being outdoors.
There are some great sights around Salzburg, and not all of them are related to the Sound of Music. Some of the city's more interesting museums include the Toy Museum, the Museum of Natural History, and the Salzburg Museum of Modern Art. Other famous sights around town include Mozart's birthplace, Hohensalzburg Fortress, Alter Markt Square, the Salzburg Zoo, and Saint Peter's Church.
There are some great restaurants and outdoor beer gardens around town as well. The options range from budget to expensive, and there is something interesting for a travel types, so you should easily find something that strikes your fancy.
Salzburg is also famed as the birthplace of Mozart. It has a wonderfully preserved old town with excellent examples of baroque architecture. There's a handful of museums as well as a zoo and some wonderful restaurants. There's also the popular Salzburg Festival. But if you're still a kid at heart and first fell in love with Salzburg during the Sound of Music, Panorama Tours will take you on a Sound of Music Tour where you'll hit most of the important highlights. It is still a popular favorite for many visitors to Salzburg.
The most enjoyable way to explore the city is on foot. It's a beautiful and easily walkable town, and you will truly soak up most of its atmosphere if you wander around without an agenda. Another fun option to to rent a bicycle and explore that way. There is also a great bus network that is convenient if you're not up for walking or if the weather is not ideal for being outdoors.
There are some great sights around Salzburg, and not all of them are related to the Sound of Music. Some of the city's more interesting museums include the Toy Museum, the Museum of Natural History, and the Salzburg Museum of Modern Art. Other famous sights around town include Mozart's birthplace, Hohensalzburg Fortress, Alter Markt Square, the Salzburg Zoo, and Saint Peter's Church.
There are some great restaurants and outdoor beer gardens around town as well. The options range from budget to expensive, and there is something interesting for a travel types, so you should easily find something that strikes your fancy.
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The Salzburg Card
By backpackguru
on Nov 21, 2011
If you don't have to much time in Salzburg, and really plan to do a whirlwind highlights tour, consider buying a Salzburg Card. With it you can get free admission to all of the city's attraction, free access to the city's public transit including the fortress funicular, panorama boat, and cable car Untersberg. There are also discounts include to some city events, tours and excursions. Do the math, but if you plan on seeing a lot, the Salzburg Card might be a good buy.
Linz
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Average Daily Travel Cost (per person):
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€ 89.92 |
| Accommodation1 | € 46.56 |
| Food2 | € 24.06 |
| Local Transportation1 | € 33.14 |
| Entertainment1 | € 10.71 |
| Alcohol2 | € 12.82 |
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Festivals
By backpackguru
on Oct 28, 2011 in Entertainment
Linz is a city that always seems to have a festival. Before you plan a trip here, find a schedule of events and try to plan according. Some of the more popular events including the Crossing Europe Film Festival in April, the Linz Festival, and the "Pflasterspektakel" which fills the streets with a variety of acts and street performers.
If you're going to be in Linz during a popular event, remember to book ahead. Prices can go up so search long and hard to find the best deal.
If you're going to be in Linz during a popular event, remember to book ahead. Prices can go up so search long and hard to find the best deal.
Bregenz
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Average Daily Travel Cost (per person):
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€ 97.40 |
| Accommodation1 | € 53.14 |
| Food2 | € 32.93 |
| Water2 | € 1.40 |
| Local Transportation1 | € 13.71 |
| Entertainment1 | € 11.43 |
| Alcohol2 | € 14.76 |
Bregenz is the capital city of Vorarlberg and has almost 30,000 residents. It sits on the northern edge of the Alps on the edge of Lake Constance, which is one of the largest lakes in Europe. The lake's edge, in the downtown area, is the perfect place to watch the sun set.
A fun way to explore the city is on bike, particularly during the warmer summer months. The city itself is small so it is easy to navigate on your own. You can pick up a rental bicycle near the main railway station. There are also buses that travel around town that are convenient if the weather is not ideal for being outdoors.
There are some wonderful activities you can enjoy around town and it is really recommended you visit during the summer months when the weather is at its warmest and there are many fun festivals and events around town. During the warmest months you can swim in the lake, which is a pleasant activity and a fun way to cool off. The Bregenz Festival runs from the middle of July to the middle of August and is a popular festival that attracts over 200,000 people. Reservations and advanced planning is advised if you plan to be in the area during this time. Also be aware that some prices might jump up higher than normal. Also make sure you head to the top of Pfander mountain, from which you can enjoy a wonderful 360 degree view. You can either walk to the top of the mountain or take the cable car.
Also be sure and spend an evening walking with the locals around the Lake Promenade. There are many outdoor restaurants and cafes and it is a wonderful place for people watching. It is also the best place to enjoy the sunset.
A fun way to explore the city is on bike, particularly during the warmer summer months. The city itself is small so it is easy to navigate on your own. You can pick up a rental bicycle near the main railway station. There are also buses that travel around town that are convenient if the weather is not ideal for being outdoors.
There are some wonderful activities you can enjoy around town and it is really recommended you visit during the summer months when the weather is at its warmest and there are many fun festivals and events around town. During the warmest months you can swim in the lake, which is a pleasant activity and a fun way to cool off. The Bregenz Festival runs from the middle of July to the middle of August and is a popular festival that attracts over 200,000 people. Reservations and advanced planning is advised if you plan to be in the area during this time. Also be aware that some prices might jump up higher than normal. Also make sure you head to the top of Pfander mountain, from which you can enjoy a wonderful 360 degree view. You can either walk to the top of the mountain or take the cable car.
Also be sure and spend an evening walking with the locals around the Lake Promenade. There are many outdoor restaurants and cafes and it is a wonderful place for people watching. It is also the best place to enjoy the sunset.
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Travel Around Bregenz
By Laurie
(Collective Lens) on Oct 29, 2011 in Local Transportation
The are a few bus options in Bregenz. If the weather is comfortable a better option is to get around town by bike. Bregenz itself is actually quite small and you can pick up a bike conveniently at the main railway station.
If you want to head to Switzerland or Germany by train, you can travel along the lakeshore. To go to Bregenzerwald you have to take a bus, which you can catch conveniently at the main train station. There is a train option but it involves a transfer at Dornbirn
If you want to head to Switzerland or Germany by train, you can travel along the lakeshore. To go to Bregenzerwald you have to take a bus, which you can catch conveniently at the main train station. There is a train option but it involves a transfer at Dornbirn
Getting Around Bregenz
By backpackguru
on Nov 16, 2011 in Local Transportation
Bregenz is pretty small so a fun way to get around the city is with a rented bicycle. You can pick them up conveniently at the main railway station in town. Alternatively there are several good buslines that run through town. To get to Bregenzerwald, you can take a bus to Dornbirn and then transfer from there. All transportation in the area is quite easy and straightforward, making it simple to navigate your way around.
Graz
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Average Daily Travel Cost (per person):
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€ 89.26 |
| Accommodation1 | € 53.66 |
| Food2 | € 25.90 |
| Local Transportation1 | € 14.10 |
| Entertainment1 | € 10.61 |
| Alcohol2 | € 12.56 |
Graz is the second largest city in Austria and the capital of Styria. The city has at least six different universities, and a large portion of the cities population is actually made up of students. You can generally wander around the city's old town on foot. The old town is also about a twenty minute walk from the main train station. You can pick up a map or any other information you need at the information center in the train station upon arrival. Most hotels also have plenty of information and brochures available as well. If you're going a further distance or don't feel like walking, your other options include buses, trams, or taxis.
Sights around town include the Cathedral of Graz, the Burg, which is a castle built in the 1400s with an impressive double spiral staircase, Eggenberg Castle, the clock tower, the Joanneum Museum of Styria, and the Opera House. Shopping is a fun activity in Graz as well and one popular purchase is the unique pumpkin seed oil the area is famous for. The best place to purchase this is at the Kaiser-Josef-Platz market or any other farmers market. Some other great markets around town include the shopping street of Herrengasse, Steirerhof, and the City Park Shopping Mall.
There are many great restaurants around town for all budgets. You'll easily get the best deal at lunch when there are usually specials available such as the dish of the day, referred to as "Tagesempfehlung".
The city's large student population means it has a very lively nightlife. Many of the area's bars are centered around the old town as well as the Karl-Franzens-University area. In the university area you'll find most of the bars frequented by students, but in the old town area there is more diversity. Both areas are appealing for their own reasons.
Sights around town include the Cathedral of Graz, the Burg, which is a castle built in the 1400s with an impressive double spiral staircase, Eggenberg Castle, the clock tower, the Joanneum Museum of Styria, and the Opera House. Shopping is a fun activity in Graz as well and one popular purchase is the unique pumpkin seed oil the area is famous for. The best place to purchase this is at the Kaiser-Josef-Platz market or any other farmers market. Some other great markets around town include the shopping street of Herrengasse, Steirerhof, and the City Park Shopping Mall.
There are many great restaurants around town for all budgets. You'll easily get the best deal at lunch when there are usually specials available such as the dish of the day, referred to as "Tagesempfehlung".
The city's large student population means it has a very lively nightlife. Many of the area's bars are centered around the old town as well as the Karl-Franzens-University area. In the university area you'll find most of the bars frequented by students, but in the old town area there is more diversity. Both areas are appealing for their own reasons.
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American Istitue of Music Studies (AIMS)
By backpackguru
on Oct 28, 2011 in Entertainment
Visit Graz in the summer and you can join the locals in visiting the AIMS Recital and Concert Series. Every year this program, one of the best of its kind, brings together opera singers and concert performers for a wonderful festival and series of concerts. The events take place throughout the city in castles, churches, courtyards, and of course concert halls. A the end of the series there is the famous Meistersinger Vocal Competition, complete with a full orchestra.
If you can be in town for these events, it's definitely not to be missed.
If you can be in town for these events, it's definitely not to be missed.
Klagenfurt
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Average Daily Travel Cost (per person):
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€ 103.49 |
| Accommodation1 | € 64.00 |
| Food2 | € 29.40 |
| Local Transportation1 | € 11.89 |
| Entertainment1 | € 16.57 |
| Alcohol2 | € 14.23 |
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Free Tour of Klagenfurt
By Laurie
(Collective Lens) on Oct 29, 2011
You can catch a free tour of the historic city center of Klagenfut daily starting at 10 am during the summer months. You pick it up near Neuer Platz (in front of the city hall). It's a great option to learn a little about town and get a good orientation.
Klagenfurt's theater is a great option for anyone interested in theater. It's well known and of great quality for both theater and opera performance. It's worth checking out a show.
Klagenfurt's theater is a great option for anyone interested in theater. It's well known and of great quality for both theater and opera performance. It's worth checking out a show.
Villach
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Average Daily Travel Cost (per person):
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€ 93.11 |
| Accommodation1 | € 54.86 |
| Food2 | € 28.20 |
| Local Transportation1 | € 14.10 |
| Entertainment1 | € 12.00 |
| Alcohol2 | € 10.80 |
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