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Inspiring the famous waltz by Johann Strauss, originating in the Black Forest in Germany, and traversing no fewer than ten countries, the Danube runs through more capital cities than any other stretch of river in…

lakes in Austria

The vestiges of the last Ice Age loom large in the dramatic and enchanting scenery to be found in Austria. The wide valleys – hewn by the immense force of creaking glaciers of yesteryear –…

Across the entire Alpine mountain range, you’re almost guaranteed to find a view which takes your breath away. The snow-capped peaks that stretch from south-western France towards the eastern extremities of Austria provide not only…

When the weather warms up, Europe is the best place for summer holidays.  It’s because if you suck at skiing like me, the colder countries don’t hold much allure when they’re bunked down in snow…