After a summer that, for many of us, was spent largely indoors, winter beckons like never before. Austria’s Zillertal valley is where winter sports enthusiasts can answer that call. 

The Austrian capital is hitting all the right notes as it gears up for a year of tuneful celebrations.

The cradle of alpine skiing, Austria’s St Anton am Arlberg proves to be a challenging yet rewarding resort for novice skiers who can keep their nerve.

The three Austrian villages of Serfaus, Fiss and Ladis in Tyrol have positioned themselves as family specialists among the Alpine regions.

Behind this faded freeze-frame, a modern Austria waits — Linz and Graz have stepped out as European Capitals of Culture, and emerged as intriguing centres

Beyond the historic centre, the Austrian capital is a world away from its grandiose image. Here, you’ll find public art, relaxed terraces, and markets to savour local flavours.