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iAustria - discover Austria on your iPad

Our interactive magazine for your vacation in Austria, now available for download onto your iPad. The iAustria App features travel tips, destination information and special recommendations on where to stay, where to eat and what to do in Austria.

Austrian Airlines

Known for its exceptionally high level of service, its comfortable business class and an on-board chef preparing an award-winning six course meal. Be sure to hold on to your boarding pass, which also offers reduced or free entry to museums, discounts on shopping, entertainment and culinary experiences in Austria and around the world.

Hotel Sacher Vienna

Since 1876, when the Hotel Sacher Vienna was founded, the Sacher Hotels have combined tradition, luxury, style and Austrian charm with comfort and highest quality service. After more than 120 years, the Sacher Hotels and Cafes have almost become an Austrian landmark and are an integral part of Austrian culture.

History of the Viennese Waltz

When the Viennese Waltz emerged in the second half of the 18th century in Austria, it was as controversial as it was popular. Today, it is so much part of Austrian culture that Austrians waltz into each New Year to the sound of the Blue Danube Waltz broadcast on public radio.

About Austria

Learn about Austria's Government & People, history, climate, fauna & flora as well as our trade & industry.

Provinces & Regions

From sunny beaches at crystal-clear lakes to ice-capped mountain peaks, from romantic vineyards to lush pasturelands: Austria's federal provinces offer sceneries of rare beauty!

Interactive Map of Austria

Use our interactive map to find "off the beaten path" travel experiences.

Using your Cell Phone in Europe?

Traveling without a cell phone seems unbearable these days. BudgetTRavel magazine just released a guide for avoiding pesky fees...

Liszt, Franz (1811 - 1886)

Airport Transfers

Once you have arrived at one of Austria's airports, there's a quick way get to your vacation destination!

Government & People

Austria is a federal republic state with a parliamentary democracy, consisting of 9 independent federal regions.