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Cheap Places to Stay in Vienna

Vienna is one of Europe’s more expensive cities for lodging. Luxury hotels can easily cost you $250 to $400 per night. But there are some mid-range options, smaller B&Bs, and even nicer hostels worth checking out. Here are a few of our recommendations. PENSION SACHER am Stephansplatz The Pension Sacher is located in the heart of Old Vienna, and are equipped with kitchenettes, bathrooms, tvs, and comfortable antique furniture. Rates vary depending on the season, number of people, and length... [Read the full story]

The “Sound of Music” Tour in Salzburg, Austria

Salzburg, Austria is perhaps best known in the US as the setting for the famous musical, The Sound of Music. Salzburg is about 4 hours by rail from Vienna, so you could do it in a day trip, but it would make for an exhausting day. To fully appreciate the small town, plan to spend one day and two nights there at a minimum. Tickets on the trainwill cost 20 to 40 Euros, depending on your class preference. The best time to visit Salburg is in the late spring to early fall. Summer is the most beautiful... [Read the full story]

Our Expert Hotel Review Of Hotels in Innsbruck, Austria

Gasthof Innbrucke Cheapness factor: $$$$ Gasthof Innbrucke is located on Innstrasse 1. Gasthof Innbrucke could be an ideal accommodation for budget travelers and first time visitors to Innsbruck. The rooms are on the smallish side and basic but spotlessly clean and you are located just minutes away from the train station and majority of sights. Do bare in mind not all rooms have bathrooms so you might want to book en-suite room if you do not like to share. Breakfast is tasty and continental and... [Read the full story]

Our Expert Review of Hotels in Vienna, Austria

Pension Suzanne Located at Walfischgasse Pension Suzanne is ideally located for any traveler who plans an itinerary full of sightseeing. Within walking distance from all the major attractions (and on the plus side with a metro station in the close proximity) sightseeing will be a breeze. Pension Suzanne is run by friendly staff always willing to help with advice and suggestions, rooms are large, clean and comfy while breakfast is the usual continental fare that will fill you up nicely before you... [Read the full story]

Our Expert Review of Hotels in Salzburg, Austria

Gasthof Schorn Cheapness Factor: $$$$ Gasthof Schorn is located at St. Leonhard. Gasthof Schorn is a bed and breakfast and it is exemplary even by Austrian high standards. Located some 4 miles from Salzburg’s city center all the sights can be reached by using the local bus. Also it is ideal for further exploration of the surrounding area. Although on the outskirts of things Gasthof Schorn offers breathtakingly pretty views of Untersberg mountain (B&B is located at very summit) so you... [Read the full story]

Visiting Vienna on a Budget

Vienna, the capital and main city of Austria, is overflowing with culture and history. The city centre is a UNESCO World Heritage Site, full of stately palaces and cathedrals, beautiful parks and splendid museums. But the city’s young population ensures that it is also a vibrant, hip city full of trendy boutiques, upmarket restaurants and velvet-rope clubs. See Most visitors come to Vienna for the history and architecture. The city is home to several notable palaces, including the Schloss Schönbrunn... [Read the full story]

Cheap Things to do in Salzburg, Austria

Known world over as a city of music, Salzburg in Austria is must-visit destination for the discerning. Even for travelers looking for cheap things to do in Salzburg, the city gives a real taste of its elegant heritage and vibrant attractions. The Kapuzinerburg and Monchsberg mountains and the Salzach River provide a stunning Alpine backdrop to the city. Hohensalzburg There’s much of history in Salzburg, and sightseeing opportunities are plenty. Chief among them is the impressive 12th century fortress,... [Read the full story]