The luxurious Hotel Central is open in the central part of Innsbruck. Only several steps separate the hotel from ever crowded Maria-Theresien Street. Besides the signature style of the hotel, both public spaces and guestrooms have a wonderful décor made of wood. All guests of the hotel have a direct access to the high-class gym and sauna of Hotel Central. Fans of open-air activities can always sunbathe on one of the …
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Innsbruck has always been a popular tourist destination for travelers with children. The famous alpine ski resort is widely visited all year round. Besides the above mentioned historic landmarks, the resort can be proud of its beautiful and interesting places that are worth a visit with children. Hofgarten Park is a great place for rest and various outdoor activities. The park is a wonderful place to visit regardless …
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Kapeller Innsbruck is considered a paragon of modern style and elegance. The hotel is open in a beautiful building in the national style, inside which travelers will find comfortable rooms with décor made of mostly natural materials. All guest rooms feature a large bathroom made in shades of white, and some rooms have a Jacuzzi. Beautiful furniture made of premium sorts of wood and amazing hardwood floors are the …
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The main shopping street of the city is the Maria Theresa Street, it is also a pedestrian street. Here it is worthwhile to go in search of stylish high-quality clothes and shoes, and on this street there are several prestigious shops of perfumery and jewelry salons. This street is perfectly equipped for walking, it has many convenient shops. In addition to shops, there are also popular restaurants, and in house …
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Some hotels in Innsbruck have been greeting their guests for more than a hundred years, and so they’ve got a status of city’s landmarks. The prestigious BEST WESTERN Hotel Neue Post is one of them. This hotel is open in a beautiful building in the center of the city. The design of BEST WESTERN Hotel Neue Post is an amazing example of art nouveau style, and that is why many fans of architecture visit this …
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4. It’s normal to leave a tip in the local restaurants and cafes. The average amount of tip is about 5 - 10% of the total bill. It is worth noting that in many bills tips may already be included. In this case leaving a tip to a waiter is not required.
5. In order to save on attending exhibitions and cultural events, you can purchase special "city-card". Besides numerous benefits, the card …
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Moving around in Austria - transportation
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The railway in Austria is considered to be one of the longest in Europe. Its total length is more than six thousand kilometers. The railway communication is well developed. All trains always go on schedule. The cost of the trip varies depending on the selected class of the train and direction. If there is a need to travel with stops, it’s better to purchase a travel card, which will help to save considerably. There are huge fines for a ticketless trip in the country; they are enormous even for Austrians. The subway is available in Vienna and Linz. A convenient underground intersection allows tourists to get from one place of interest to another quickly and inexpensively. In cities, you can buy a ticket in every store or kiosk. That ticket will be valid in any transport, including subway. Thus, traveling will be much easier. The presence of a large river, Danube, caused the emergence of water transport in Austria. The largest ports are in Vienna, Enns, and Linz. Ferries and boats run the river; some of them are designed not for transportation, but for sightseeing cruises.
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Economy roadmap of Austria
In terms of its economic development, Austria is ahead of many members of the European Union, including Sweden, England, Italy, and Germany. GDP per capita in the late 2000's was about 27.4 thousand euros. This indicator is constantly growing. The total GDP was about 230 billion euros. The Austrian economy is characterized by an extremely low unemployment rate, which is 4% of the total number of able-bodied citizens. There is virtually no inflation; it makes less than 1.5%. The country has a very high standard of living, thanks to the strong trade and financial and economic relations. The membership in the EU contributed to the emergence of major investment projects. The government of the country has successfully carried out various economic reforms for several decades, which brought huge dividends.
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