Austria Is A Great Starting Point For A European Vacation – And Here’s Why

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Austria is a landlocked nation that borders the Czech Republic, Germany, Slovakia, Hungary, Slovenia, Italy, Switzerland, and Liechtenstein. It’s a nation with a rich history, and one of Europe’s most popular tourist destinations.

Because Austria borders so many European countries (and is located in Europe’s heart), it is a great starting point for a European vacation.

However, Austria’s location and the countries that it borders aren’t the only reasons why it’s a great place to start your European holiday—there are many other reasons. This post will tell you what some of them are:

One of the best things about Austria is its transportation links. You can take planes and trains right out of Austria into its neighboring countries. You can also get taxis. For example, the Vienna to Bratislava taxi cost (Bratislava is Slovakia’s capital) is extremely low, making it a great option for tourists who want to see other European cities and countries, while in Austria. Austria’s public transport system is also very affordable and extremely efficient, making it the perfect place to start a European vacation.

Heart of Europe

Austria is right in the heart of Europe. It is surrounded by some of Europe’s most popular countries, and with great transportation links, it is easy to get out of Austria to these countries. Austria is a very affordable country to travel in, which is another reason that it’s the perfect place to start a European adventure. You can base yourself in Austria, and then visit all of the different countries around it, returning back when you are done in each one. Basing yourself in Austria is a great way of saving money and seeing what Europe has to offer.

Schengen Visa

For a while now, Europe has required people travelling from non-EU countries to apply for a visa called the Schengen Visa. Once you have a Schengen Visa, you can enter any Schengen member nations (which just so happens to be Europe’s most popular travel destination). You will need a Schengen Visa to be able to visit Austria, which means that once you have it, you will be able to travel to any of the nation’s neighboring countries, making it a great place to base yourself, and a great place to start your trip.

Outdoor Activities

What’s the point in visiting Austria and not enjoying what the nation has to offer? Austria has arguably the best hiking trails in all of Europe, because of its hilly and mountainous terrain. If you are intending on basing yourself in Austria and beginning your vacation there, then why not kick it off with a hike or some outdoor exercise? You are going to have to do a lot of sitting down as you are travelling around Europe (on trains, in cars, and on planes), so get your exercise out of the way early in Austria.

Rich Culture

Austria has a rich, friendly culture. If you are visiting then it’s essential that you experience it for yourself. Austrians tend to have a deep appreciation for the outdoors, so if you do also, then you are sure to meet a lot of interesting people and have some great conversations. Out in the countryside is where you really experience the nation’s culture, so don’t be scared or reluctant to get out and experience it. A lot of people just visit Vienna and nowhere else, which is a shame, since Austria has so much more to offer its visitors.

Delicious Food

If you like warm, hearty food, then you’ll love Austrian cuisine. As mentioned previously, what’s the point in visiting Austria and basing yourself there if you aren’t going to experience the country? Vienna is the nation’s capital and therefore where most people think they will experience true Austrian cuisine, but that is not always the case. The best food Austria has to offer is often served in small diners, located in rural towns and villages. With the internet, you should be able to find out the names and addresses of all of Austria’s best restaurants and cafés before visiting.

Friendly Locals

Lastly, make sure to meet the locals and if you encounter any problems in Austria, don’t be shy to ask for help. There is a concept called gemütlich in Austria, which translates roughly to warmth and happiness. It is a cornerstone of Austrian culture, which is why manners are so important there. Austrians are perhaps the nicest people that you will ever meet.

If you are visiting Europe, then there’s nowhere better to visit than Austria. Austria is an incredibly interesting, historic nation. It has a rich culture, delicious food, and best of all, it is like Europe’s heart.

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