18th December 2018 | Everyday Europe Austria

Five Things to Do in Sölden, Austria

Sölden is a glorious Alpine resort in the the Ötztal Valley, in the Tyrol in Austria. Most people visiting the beautiful glacial resort will be there for the skiing but as someone who is very much a beginner I enjoyed quite a few things off-piste too. 1. Stay at Das Central Hotel Das Central is renowned… Read more »

13th December 2018 | Everyday Luxury Travel Europe Austria

Ice Q: The Highest Gourmet Restaurant in Europe

I personally think there’s no better way to dine than eating great food while admiring a spectacular view… and what could be better than eating lunch in Europe’s highest gourmet restaurant? Located 3,048 metres above sea level and made of glass, ice Q is not only spectacular to look at but is Austria’s highest located toque-rated gourmet… Read more »

10th December 2018 | Everyday Luxury Travel Europe Austria

Luxury Alpine Life at Das Central Sölden, Austria

At the beginning of the year I had never been skiing… fast forward as we prepare to say goodbye to 2018 and I have now been twice! Back in March ski-fanatic Mr S finally convinced me to go to Courchevel and though I didn’t quite take to the actual skiing bit, I loved everything else about… Read more »

3rd February 2017 | Everyday Luxury Travel Europe Austria

Seven Things to Do for History Lovers in Vienna

With its fantastic location on the Ring Boulevard we found many of the city’s main landmarks easily accessible from Hotel Imperial Vienna and I thought I’d tell you a bit about what we got a chance to see. And with a legacy of famous composers, Imperial and cultural history there is so much to see… Read more »

30th January 2017 | Everyday Luxury Travel Europe Austria

Culinary Elegance at Konstantin Filippou, Vienna

It’s always hard for me whittle down my restaurant choices when deciding where I want to go, so a good recommendation is much welcomed. A fellow food writer told me that Michelin-starred Konstantin Filippou in Vienna was quite simply the best restaurant he’d tried in a long time so it didn’t take much persuading to include… Read more »

27th January 2017 | Everyday Luxury Travel Europe Austria

Fourteen Luxurious Things to Do in Vienna For Food Lovers

In my short time in Vienna, I tried to experience as much of the food culture as I could, from visiting the coffee shops, to the trendy places and high end dining…and of course the wine! Here are my fourteen luxurious things to do in Vienna for food lovers. 1. Coffee and Cake at Café… Read more »

25th January 2017 | Everyday Luxury Travel Europe Austria

Steirereck: The Best Restaurant in Austria

During my restaurant research one name came up time and time again as being the very best restaurant in Vienna. Ranked number nine in The World’s 50 Best Restaurant List, two Michelin star Steirereck was not only the best in the country but one of the best in the world. Arriving at the restarant’s location… Read more »

24th January 2017 | Everyday Luxury Travel Europe Austria

Coffee Culture and Cocktails at Hotel Imperial Vienna

In his 1888 guide ‘A Holiday Tour in Austria’ H Pelham Stoke wrotes ‘The best hotels in Vienna are the Grand Hotel and the Hotel Imperial. The best hotel for dining is the Imperial hotel.’ A standard of excellence that has stuck with the hotel for the next century with every meal abiding by the… Read more »

23rd January 2017 | Everyday Luxury Travel Europe Austria

A Palatial Stay at Hotel Imperial Vienna, Austria

Stepping into Hotel Imperial Vienna feels like taking a portal into the past…a past filled with glamorous royalty, glorious balls and brilliant musicians. And it’s no wonder you get that feeling, Hotel Imperial started life in 1863 as a palace built for the Prince of Württemberg and his wife. Only 10 years later it was transformed… Read more »