Austria

About... This traditional Alpine country is right in the heart of Europe.   If you enjoy the great European outdoor of lakes and mountains with crisp mountain air, this country has it! Soaring alpine peaks, high altitude deep, cool lakes, often intensively dark green rolling alpine pastures and pine forests make up the popular image of Austria. It's all true! Add to that the romance of music festivals and delicious cakes, culture and a couple of thousand years of European history for good measure.  Try to get there in August for the Salzburg music festival; in July for a truly cleansing lakeside holidays; between December and late April for the winter sports season.  Tip: Excellent family holidays winter and summer, for value and quality.  Check the weather forecast. See forthcoming events in 2018