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Hotel Das Triest
Nothing is left to chance in this haven for designophiles. From the sleek restaurant, courtyard patio, and minimalist contemporary furnishings to the unobtrusively attentive service,…
Hotel Sacher
Right next to the Staatsoper, this hotel couldn't be more central and it has all the silk wallpaper, 19th-century oils, and Biedermeier furniture you could wish for. In 2013, the…
The Ring Hotel
"Casual Luxury" is what they call it here. As you enter, the lobby sets the tone—comfy sofas in small formations create an immediate atmosphere of calm and familiarity. Unlike its…
Hotel Imperial
Walking in off the Ringstrasse into the palatial marble lobby instantly makes guests feel like royalty. This is surely why it has been the first choice of visiting diplomats and…
In Vienna, Pay An Extra $200 to Get Out of Quarantine
If you're lucky enough to be able to fly to Vienna right now—flights from the United States and other places with bad Covid-19 outbreaks have been canceled—you're still asked to…
What's New: An Online Update for Frommer's Vienna & the Danube Valley
Vienna In June 2008, Austria and Switzerland will host Euro 2008 (www.uefa.com), the European Football Championship. Second only to FIFA's World Cup, the competition has been held…
A(sia) Flat Minor: Two Cultures, Nearly Two Continents from Vienna to Istanbul
August 13, 2003 -- "Minarets & Minuets" is the great name for an unusual package put together by Austrian Airlines Vacations, and who should know better about both topics, after…
Six Nights in Prague, Vienna, and Budapest from $1,219 with Rail and Air
Visit Central Europe's ancient cities in late fall and save $199 per person.
Forget April in Paris, Let Vienna Love You in May with a Short but Sweet Air/Hotel Combo
April 11 -- Austrian Airlines doesn't mind if you don't feel like visiting Paris this spring and is proud to say it loves the USA. To prove it, this company and the Renaissance Hotel…
Tafelspitz, Pierogis and Pils: Pinch More Pennies in Prague, Krakow, Vienna and More with Special Savings--Only for Frommer's Readers
As temperatures start to fall, discount packager Affordable Poland dishes out competitive prices on both independent and escorted tours to middle and eastern European destinations, and…
The Best European Cities with Kid-Friendly Day Trips
The best European family trips tend to start with urban stays that can segue into out-of-town sojourns once children tire of museums and city touring. Fortunately, most of Europe’s…
As a Trial, Airlines Requiring Covid Testing on Select Routes
It's already against the rules at every major airline to fly while you are knowingly Covid-positive, but up to now, there was no way for carriers to prove passenger status. Germany's…
Iconic European Rail Journeys
Rich, ancient, and incredibly diverse, the nations of Europe offer a vast array of sights, climates, cultures, and cuisines. These ten trips show the full reach of the European rail…
Europe in Autumn: Where to Go in September, October, and November
For travelers averse to Europe’s summer crowds, heat, and prices, autumn is an ideal season to visit many parts of the continent. What’s more, Europe puts on a good show this time of…
10 Storied Libraries Worth Checking Out
We don’t often think of libraries as tourist destinations. Most are neighborhood, not international, treasures. But there are libraries whose buildings, histories, artwork, and of…
The World’s 12 Most Breathtaking City Views
There’s nothing like finding a “Big Picture” panorama to orient yourself at the start of a visit to a new city. Or maybe you save the views for the end of your trip, so you can…
Hotel Desserts You Can Make at Home—from Sacher Torte to DoubleTree Cookies
This may surprise you, but lots of world-famous desserts originated in hotel restaurants. Boston cream pie came from the Omni Parker House in Boston, peach melba from the Savoy in…
World's Best Holiday Lights: 10 Decorated Cities
From illuminated boat parades to spectacular light extravaganzas, towns and cities around the world each have distinctive ways of celebrating the holiday season. Though New York City…
The World's Best Cities for Beer
We sipped suds around the globe to find the best cities for drinking beer (it's a tough job, but somebody had to do it). Here are the world's top destinations for indulging in ale,…
Suggested Itineraries in Hungary
Since the average visitor to Hungary usually spends a few days in the country, we've opted to give you a few side-trip options from Budapest, rather than a 1-week or longer tour of the…
In Depth in Hungary
896 Árpád led the Magyars in the Carpathian Basin, becoming the first leader.997 King Stephen of the Árpád dynasty converted the pagans to Catholicism and was proclaimed a…
Active Pursuits in Shenandoah National Park
HikingThe number-one outdoor activity here is hiking. The park's 112 trails total more than 500 miles, varying in length from short walks to a 101-mile segment of the Appalachian…
Walking Tours in Helsinki
Central HelsinkiStart: Senate Square.Finish: Helsinki Railway Station.Time: Allow 3 hours, not including museum and shopping stops.Best Times: Any day it's not raining.Worst…
Active Pursuits in Cambridge, MD
Biking The 5-mile wildlife drive is an easy ride on flat, mostly quiet roads. If you plan to bike from Cambridge (about 10 miles) or Vienna (about 15 miles), bring water -- there…
Getting to Know in Bohemia
Though Bohemia was never divided historically, there are clear-cut distinctions in the region's geography that make going from town to town easier if you "divide" it into sections.…