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Update on ‘Tourist Taxes’ Globally

Andy Probert

2026-08-01T18:30:00+00:00

Since The Wise Traveller last wrote in May about tourist taxes kicking in, we are providing an update on how they are expanding and being adopted by more cities, regions and nations.

Category: Travel

Tags: Travel Tax Around The World Updates Tourists Spain Barceloneta Bucharest Romania Vienna Austria Japan Amsterdam Netherlands Venice Italy Norway Tourism

A Gluten-Free Gem in Vienna: An Austrian Feast Worth It

Giovanna Gomizelj

2026-07-13T16:00:00+00:00

Finding truly exceptional gluten-free dining while travelling can sometimes feel like searching for hidden treasure. In a country celebrated for golden schnitzels, flaky pastries and hearty breads, those who cannot eat gluten ...

Category: Food and Drink

Tags: Travel Food Gluten-Free Vienna Explore Experience Places to visit Foodie

Most Underrated Towns in Austria to Visit This Weekend

Hanna Kroeger

2022-06-09T18:30:00+00:00

Austria might be known for its largest city, Vienna, but there is more to this incredible country than meets the eye. Between rolling green hills, Alpine landscapes, ornate palaces and castles, and fantastic Austrian cuisine, Austria’s lesser-known

Category: Destination

Tags: Travel Destination Austria Weekend Getaway Weekend Places to visit Vienna Local Mountains Historical Castles

6 of the Best Hidden Gems in Vienna, Austria

Hanna Kroeger

2022-04-18T18:30:00+00:00

From incredible musical performances to cosy coffeehouses, Vienna abounds with things to do and places to explore. While Vienna has many famous sights, this city has quite a few excellent attractions off the beaten path. Keep reading to learn more

Category: Destination

Tags: Travel Austria Vienna Destination Places to visit Explore Things to do

The Best Christmas Markets to Visit in Europe

Emma Lavelle

2019-11-21T16:00:00+00:00

It’s the time of year when you’re likely planning your winter travels. Rather than escaping colder climates for sun-soaked holidays on the other side of the world, why not focus your travels on capturing the festive spirit?

Category: Destination

Tags: Travel Destinations Europe Christmas Markets Winter Travel Holidays Winter Holidays Festive Season Vienna Prague Brussels Nuremberg Copenhagen Manchester

Where to Enjoy Vienna’s Cafés, Chocolate and Culture

Isabelle Kellogg

2019-07-08T18:30:00+00:00

Vienna, or Wein to German-speakers, will not disappoint any fan of music, architecture or art. (The city’s 1900s art movement is called Weiner Werkstatt.) If you’re a fan of white wine, you’ll love the local Grüner Veltliner, a white wine grape

Category: Food and Drink

Tags: Travel Vienna Food Architecture Cafes Explore Museums Coffee Recommendations Experience

New Flight Updates

Andy Probert

2018-11-22T18:30:00+00:00

New flight routes are continuing to come thick and fast, leaving business travellers spoilt for choice in terms of connections and budgets.

Category: Travel News

Tags: The Wise Traveller News Airlines Business Traveller Vienna Tokyo Europe Mumbai India Frankfurt Madrid Hong Kong Brussels Dublin Copenhagen Cape Town Southeast Asia Sri Lanka Vietnam Myanmar Japan Indonesia Singapore Delta Airlines Qantas Cathay Pacific Indigo Nippon Airways Japan Airlines Emirates Garuda Lufthansa

10 Trips Inspired by Films

Emma Lavelle

2018-06-11T16:00:00+00:00

Looking for inspiration for your next holiday? Search no further than your favourite film. We’ve rounded up a list of ten movies that will inspire you to travel to far-flung destinations.

Category: Feature