Whilst the mountains were dearly missing it, winter has had Vienna in its softly white grasp already. In reaction, you might have unpacked all your blankets and the mere thought of taking the trams and busses gives you shivers. But don’t underestimate the Read More
Although it does not feel like it, winter is coming and with it all those beautiful traditions, which grace our precious city in December. Although temperatures and weather indicate differently Christmas markets all over town celebrate their opening this weekend and in our Read More
For some it is simply overrated, for others it’s the highlight of the year: New Year’s Eve, a night full of emotions, expectations, sometimes disappointments, champagne and if you’re lucky even some kisses too. To keep “Silvester” from becoming disastrous or even worse Read More
Usually we advise our readers to expose themselves to as much German as possible for learning purposes, but in this case relax, turn the radio to 103.8 and listen to alternative contemporary music with (mainly) good old English hosts and programs. FM4 is Read More
So you fancy yourself a beer lover? Of course, you know what ‘IPA’ stands for. If someone hands you a Heineken you shame him with a disappointed look? And drinking beer out of a can is pure blasphemy in your opinion? You are Read More
One of Vienna’s rarely stated quality factors is the city’s walkability. It may take a while, but moving by foot through the city has its comforts. Not only is it safe but walking paths and biking trails have been built into the city’s Read More
Happy sweating – The thermometer has risen to an annual high, finally the Dog Days are upon us (at least it feels like it). It’s the time of the year, when public transport can be heaven or hell, offices without air condition feel Read More
You don’t have to check the weather report; you can sense, smell and taste it as soon as you leave the house. Summer has come and like every season the city is well prepared for it. So unless you prefer to go in Read More
The cool dessert has frequently become a hot topic again. Where do you get the best ice-cream in Vienna, oh where? Obviously as long as taste is involved there is no such thing like, the best. In Vienna there are the Greißlers-fans, the Read More
Cycling in Vienna is not only a valid way of transportation and a popular form of exercise and sport, but also a highly political topic and subculture. It is springtime 2015 and the race for student council elections has started and as usual Read More
The decision to take a more healthy and conscious approach is not just trendy one, but has the potential to change your whole life. “Bio”- and Fair-trade labels can be found in various forms in every supermarket around the corner, but the commercialization Read More
Insufficient German language skills are no reason why you should miss out on enjoying the latest flicks on the big silver screen. Being a multicultural melting pot, Vienna has numerous international cinemas up its sleeve, which show Original Version Films with or without Read More
