Ooops, we did it. Again. Vienna is hosting the Eurovision Song Contest 2026. And no, the city is not going to stay calm about it! For a few weeks, Vienna trades its coffeehouse elegance for something louder. Brighter. Slightly chaotic. And honestly? Much more fun. If you’re here for a longer stay, studying, or just passing […]
Graz knows how to spring. Austria’s UNESCO World Heritage darling and self-declared GenussHauptstadt turns its Baroque squares and cobbled alleys into one of the most effortlessly charming Easter market scenes in the country. No palace required. Just good taste, great craft and even better food. Listen to our Podcast What’s this all about? […]
Austria’s capital knows how to celebrate the seasons – and nowhere is that clearer than in spring, when Vienna’s Easter markets turn the city into a place where tradition, colour and local life meet in open air. From historical courtyards to baroque palaces, the Easter markets offer something for everyone: hand-painted eggs, regional treats, artisanal […]
During the winter months, Graz is not about spectacular things. It’s about depth. The city slows down just enough for culture to step forward — concerts become more intimate, theatre more intense, exhibitions more thoughtful. If you want to understand Graz beyond postcard moments, these two months tell you exactly how the city thinks when […]
Spotted on the streets of Vienna: fewer people, sharper air, better energy. January is when the city drops the performance. No festive pressure. No seasonal overacting. Just real life, styled effortlessly. The pattern repeats itself every year: Vienna in January feels like someone turned the volume down and the quality up. Cafés are calmer. Museums […]
There’s something almost cinematic about a slow Sunday walk through Schönbrunn. The winter air bites just enough to feel refreshing, the palace walls glow like they’re posing for a postcard, and the gardens offer that rare kind of peace you don’t often find in a capital city. Whether you’re living nearby or exploring for the […]
New Year’s Eve in Graz doesn’t scream for attention – it charms you into the night instead. The city glows softly, the old town feels like a warm winter postcard, and everywhere you go there’s this quiet mix of anticipation and ease. It’s the kind of place where you don’t need a massive fireworks show […]
Vienna in winter is pure cozy chaos – lights twinkling on every corner, strangers smiling into their punch cups, and snowflakes landing dramatically like they’re auditioning for a film. From early November, the city transforms into a glittering maze of stalls, cinnamon, and questionable Christmas sweaters. If you’re studying here, working remotely, or simply trying […]
If tomorrow happens to be Halloween and creativity is haunting you – don’t panic.There’s still time to carve a pumpkin that turns heads, lights up your flat, and maybe even wins over your grumpy neighbour. Whether you’re based in Vienna or Graz, we’ll show you how to create a Jack-o’-Lantern that’s anything but basic – […]
Vienna isn’t the kind of city you expect to lose its composure – but once a year, it absolutely does. By late October, the capital turns cheeky: the fog feels thicker, the laughter louder, and the chandeliers share the spotlight with cobwebs. The Danube glows under a pale moon, the Prater bursts into orange light, […]
Let’s be honest: summer in Vienna gets all the attention — rooftop bars, riverside swims, never-ending festivals. But when autumn shows up? The city quietly steals the spotlight back. The air smells like roasted chestnuts, the tram windows fog up, and suddenly every park looks like a Klimt painting. Locals trade Aperol for Sturm (young […]
First things first: You just moved here. Maybe your suitcase still smells like airport. Maybe you don’t know how to pronounce Mariahilf yet (don’t worry, no one does). And maybe you’ve just learned that Vienna’s districts are arranged like a giant spiral – like a cinnamon roll with Baroque frosting. The 1st district is the […]
Vienna and Graz are known for opera houses, coffee culture, and imperial grandeur. But when autumn arrives, the spotlight shifts: suddenly, it’s all about Dirndls and Lederhosen. Tracht – traditional Austrian dress – isn’t just a costume. It’s a living blend of heritage and style, stitched with folklore and worn with a wink. From village kirtags […]
Vienna wears its grandeur like a silk cape – but lift the hem and you’ll find ivy-wrapped cemeteries, hulking WWII towers no one quite knows what to do with, and a wild park growing on old train lines. If your vibe is “curious, a tad goth, mildly sassy,” this is your map. You’re not breaking […]
Somewhere out there, those real summer days are waiting – the kind that make Vienna hum slowly in the heat, when the air feels thick and every step needs purpose. So far, the season has been playing it cool. But once the temperatures finally rise, it’s time to pack a tote, grab a towel, and […]