Tourist who stole human skull from cathedral finally sends it back after 60 years

The staff at Vienna's St Stephen's Cathedral were in for quite the surprise when they opened a parcel and discovered a human skull inside. Although taken aback at first, everything was explained when they read the letter accompanying the unusual...

London Tops International Travel Poll

The annual travel report from flight booking website Opodo, examining search and booking data from travellers in key European markets and the USA, gives insight into 2025’s evolving trends, the most popular destinations attracting new interest...

New Austria to Azores direct flights

"With this new operation, the Azores will be even more connected to Europe, reinforcing the balanced and sustainable growth of tourism in the archipelago, in line with the principles of environmental preservation and enhancement of the...

The Austrian ski resort offering great powder without the crowds

Tuesday 04 November 2025 12:36 pm Share Facebook Share on Facebook X Share on Twitter LinkedIn Share on LinkedIn WhatsApp Share on WhatsApp Email Share on Email A ski holiday in Pettneu gets the best of the Austrian Alps I’d never heard of the ski...

Europe travel gets cheaper: Winter season gains Indian fans as travel costs drop by up to 40% - Report

For generations, Europe has held an almost cinematic pull for Indian travellers, cobbled streets, café terraces, and cathedrals rising under endless summer skies. But a quiet shift is underway. According to travel company Cox & Kings' report, a...

Winter News from Austria 2025/26: New Hotels, New Lifts & Anniversaries

We’re quickly slipping into the winter season: Here’s what to expect in Austria in the upcoming months! The Halloween weekend, the recent clock change and the earlier sunsets are all clear signs that winter is knocking on our doors. And being...

UAE, Austria discuss strategies for increasing trade, investment

Dr. Thani bin Ahmed Al Zeyoudi, UAE Minister of Foreign Trade, met a delegation of Austrian business executives, led by Dr Wolfgang Hattmannsdorfer, Austrian Federal Minister of Labour and Economy. At the UAE-Austria Roundtable, the two sides...

Tourist Mails Skull to Vienna Cathedral

In a new incident concerning lithium-ion batteries, a United Airlines flight to Rome had to return to Washington Dulles after a passenger dropped their laptop and it couldn’t be retrieved. The pilot decided to turn around, and the plane carrying...

European Airlines Resuming Flights to Iran As Direct Vienna-Tehran Route Reopens

Ramin Kashef Azar, the acting director of Imam Khomeini International Airport City, announced that after months of negotiations with Austrian officials, flights between the two capitals have officially resumed --marking a gradual revival of air...

Plainfield Symphony Orchestra presents a "Vienna New Year's Celebration"

originally published: 11/04/2025 (PLAINFIELD, NJ) -- Plainfield Symphony Orchestra and music director Charles Prince present a "Vienna New Year's Celebration" on Saturday, November 22, 2025 at Crescent Avenue Presbyterian Church. You may be...

These 2 Seasonal Holiday-themed Trains Take You Directly to Europe’s Most Legendary Christmas—Here’s What You Need to Know

Two festive vintage trains will travel through the Italian Alps this holiday season and take travelers to Europe’s most charming Christmas markets. The overnight Espresso Monaco travels from Rome to Munich with Christmas-themed dining cars, live...

HE Al Zeyoudi Meets Austrian Business Delegation to Forge Closer Trade and Investment Ties

Non-oil trade between the UAE and Austria grew 57% year-on-year in H1 2025 to reach US$1.1 billion. HE Al Zeyoudi: “Austria is a vital partner for the UAE in Europe, as we share deep trade and investment ties. We look forward to exploring new...

New report highlights 'enormous economic value' of Austrian wine

It is relatively simple to prove to an outside observer the quality of Austrian wine. The Austrian Wine Marketing Board has a well-oiled machine of international tastings, giving clear demonstrations of superior winemaking. Demonstrating economic...

10 Tourist Destinations Where Visitors Report Feeling Unwelcome, Survey Results Reveal

Travel has always been about discovering new places and connecting with different cultures. Yet recent surveys paint a troubling picture of destinations where the warm welcome tourists once expected has grown decidedly cold. From major European...

Black Friday Travel Deals: Sales & Promos Roundup for 2025

It’s that time of year again: hotels, tour operators and more are rolling out their Black Friday, Cyber Monday, and Travel Tuesday promotions. With so many sales and savings opportunities up for grabs, Travel Market Report has compiled a list of...

How to Pack for International Ski Travel: Take Less, Have More Fun

Thanks to a combination of luck, hard work, and stubbornness, I’ve been able to carve out a career that involves skiing all over the globe. Over the last 2 years, my partner Jenny and I have traveled to Norway, Japan, Peru, Austria, Georgia (the...

Corendon Airlines to continue its growth course in 2026

The leisure airline Corendon Airlines has set the course for further growth in its twentieth year of operation. Passengers, and travel agency and tour operator partners, can therefore look forward to larger capacities in 2026. This will be...

200 Years of Johann Strauss: Vienna's First Pop Star

His waltzes were a hit from Russia to the US — and female fans swooned over him. And yet, there was also a darker side to the superstar Johann Strauss, who is being celebrated in a series of performances in Vienna.To this day, Johann Strauss II is...

200 years of Johann Strauss: Vienna's first superstar

To this day, Johann Strauss II is known the world over as the "King of Waltz." Even back in the 19th century, his dance music in three-quarter time made crowds go wild and won the hearts of women around the globe. Johann Strauss was a pop star of...

Ryanair Profits Soar As Fares Jump And Easter Travel Lifts Demand

Ryanair Holdings plc (NASDAQ:RYAAY) shares rose after the company reported second-quarter earnings per share of $3.76, beating analyst expectations of $3.62, while revenue of $6.41 billion missed estimates of $6.42 billion. Second-quarter net...