Vienna is at its best when you can finish a Zoom call, grab a towel and be in the water half an hour later. You don’t always need a day ticket for a crowded pool – the city has plenty of spots where you can swim for free, with U‑Bahn access and very local vibes. […]
Arriving in Vienna, it’s easy to get lost in coffee houses, bars and bill-paying – and forget that you’re literally living in one of Europe’s culture capitals. This guide is for everyone who likes art and history, but hates feeling trapped in a boring museum tour. Think of it as your shortlist of museums that […]
The Wiener Festwochen is an annual arts and culture festival in Vienna that is traditionally held for five weeks in May and June. The festival was first held in 1951 and has since developed into one of the most important international art festivals. From 15 May to 21 June 2026, Vienna turns into a huge […]
Not everyone wants to live where trams rattle past every five minutes and your coffee options outnumber your clean mugs. Graz also has districts that feel greener, calmer and a little more “actual life” than “constant motion,” and that outer ring includes areas such as St. Peter, Waltendorf, Ries, Mariatrost, Andritz and Eggenberg. If you […]
You just moved to Graz, maybe you’re already in your CoLivi room, but that “this is my city now” feeling hasn’t really kicked in yet. Spoiler: A place doesn’t become home when you change your address – it becomes home when you start using the city in your own way. What’s this all about? Turn […]
Let’s face it – being a student in Vienna often means juggling espresso shots, exam stress, and your last clean hoodie. In the middle of that chaos, Mother’s Day suddenly appears on the calendar – this year on May 10th. No budget, no plan, but still a chance to make it special. Whether your mom […]
Vienna can be elegant. Vienna can be classical. But Vienna can also surprise you – especially on a warm spring or early summer night, when the city feels just a little less predictable. The sun sets late, the air stays warm, and suddenly no one seems in a hurry to go home. People gather outside […]
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 […]