Holidays in Austria - The official travel guide

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150 Years Gustav Mahler

On July 7 Austria celebrates one of his famous sons: Gustav Mahler (1860–1911), the genius of the fin de siècle, is a music pioneer of his time and influenced many composers. Music lovers all over the world celebrate him in two years in series: 2010 would mark his 150th birthday, 2011 his 100th anniversary of death. Together with Angelika Kirchschlager we have produced a special CD edition.

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Experiences "off the beaten path"
Looking for great authentic travel experiences? Just move the "slider" to your travel preference and we'll show where we think you should go. You most likely will encounter unexpected like a Poppy village
Discover Austria "off the beaten path"
Antony Gormley: Horizon Field - a Landscape Installation
Antony Gormley's Horizon Field in the high Alps in Vorarlberg will consist of 100 solid cast life-size iron figures of the human body set on exactly 2,039 m above sea level starting July 31.
Antony Gormley: Horizon Field
Plan your Summer vacation to Austria
A vacation in Austria gets you close to nature and allows you to get to know the people and the wonderful traditions. Austria's landscapes are incredibly varied and the options are endless. Be it a relaxing walk or experiencing the great outdoors in the Austrian Alps. Keep in mind that you are never far from historic city centers, cultural events and gourmet restaurant.
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Art, Architecture & Design
Austrian artists, architects and designers have long moved beyond the traditional boundaries of their genres. They are and always have been world travelers, connoisseurs - and at times, provocateurs.
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Austria's Wine Country
Austria recaptures the spirit of a bygone era: Ornate palaces, imperial monuments and echoes of Mozart’s music abound. Nowadays, visitors to Austria discover an exciting movement. Austria’s vibrant wine scene has earned a worldwide reputation for quality and innovation and is the destination for those seeking energy, culture, and charm.
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We have partnered with a number of tour operators and selected great trips to Austria's cities as well as our beautiful countryside. Wheather you would like to bike along great rivers, hike in the beautiful Alps, or just enjoy Austria's majestic cities...
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