Wednesday, January 28, 2026

Tips for expats

How Austrian Tech Made My Ski Days Smoother

I’ve always loved the ritual of a ski day—the early morning buzz, the layering of gear, the anticipation of that first run. However, there was one part I never...

A Season of Joy on Ice: Wiener Eistraum Returns

Vienna has a special talent for turning winter into something uplifting, and nowhere is that more visible than at the Wiener Eistraum, as ViennaBusiness...

Opinion: Austria’s Vision T Must Be Bolder — Tourism in 2026 Needs Strategy and Systemic Change

Austria stands at a pivotal inflection point in its tourism history. In early 2026, the federal government launched Vision T — a national roadmap...

Celebrating a Literary Legacy in Vienna: Krasznahorkai at the Austrian National Library

Every now and then, a piece of literary news comes along that lifts my whole day — the kind that reminds me why I...

Mandarin Oriental Hotel Arrived in Vienna

Vienna has always had a special relationship with elegance. From its imperial palaces to its café culture, the city knows how to blend tradition...

Naschpark: A Fresh Green Heart for Vienna’s Iconic Naschmarkt

When I first walked through the newly opened Naschpark, I felt that familiar Viennese magic—where history, innovation, and quality of life meet effortlessly. Vienna...

Rents Continue to Rise: Over €20 per Square Meter in Vienna for the First Time

I recently read on real estate platform ImmoScout24 that rental prices have risen by an average of 4%, now reaching €14.90 per square meter....

Unlock Your Dream Home in Austria: Must-Have Rental Documents

Finding an apartment or house in Austria can be challenging, especially in major cities with high rents and competition. As you embark on this...

Vienna Commemorates 200 Years of Johann Strauss II’s Musical Brilliance

Two centuries after his birth, Johann Strauss II, Austria's legendary "waltz king," still enchants listeners with his timeless music, just as he did when...

Viennese Housing Market Changes Drastically

The end of the zero interest rate phase and rising construction costs have led to a noticeable slowdown.