Tourism

This Aviation.Direct section deals with tourism-related topics.

This Aviation.Direct section deals with tourism-related topics and also gives Tips on interesting excursions, destinations, hotels, airports and much moreVarious special offers from airlines, tour operators and so on can also be found in this section, always critically examined, of course.

Tip: Under Travel Tips Here you will find some advice that can be helpful when planning your trip, but also if something goes wrong.

Xlendi Bay (Photo: Jan Gruber).

The Rax cable car: A modern gateway to the world of the Vienna Alps

The Rax cable car in Lower Austria is considered a significant landmark of the Vienna Alps and welcomes around 200.000 passengers annually. Since its opening in 1926 as Austria's first passenger cable car, it has been a mainstay of tourism in the region. To continue to meet the demands of modern visitors, extensive improvements have been made.

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Slavonia: The unknown paradise in eastern Croatia

While Croatia is widely known for its stunning coastal regions and the Adriatic Sea, the Slavonia region in the east of the country remains an insider tip for many. Yet this region, characterized by a rich history, impressive nature, and authentic culture, offers travelers a wealth of undiscovered treasures. Slavonia beckons with

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Tui Cruises will also bypass the Suez Canal in 2026

The shipping company Tui Cruises will also avoid the Suez Canal on its ferry crossings in spring 2026. As the company announced, alternative routes around the African continent have been determined for the ships Mein Schiff 4, Mein Schiff 5 and Mein Schiff 6. This decision follows route changes already made due to

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Collective bargaining dispute in tourism: Verdi demands significant wage increase

After years of stagnation, collective bargaining negotiations in the German tourism industry have resumed. The Verdi union and the DRV collective bargaining association (DRV-T) are negotiating new wage rates for employees. Verdi is demanding a 19,5 percent increase in all salaries, including training allowances, with a minimum gross increase of €550. The union justifies its demand.

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Vienna conference industry achieves record figures

Vienna's conference industry achieved the best results in its history in 2024, with 6.619 congresses and corporate meetings, according to the Vienna Tourist Board. The events generated record added value of €1,32 billion for Austria and contributed €365 million to tax revenue. They also secured 23.500 year-round jobs. Particularly

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Flixtrain plans massive fleet expansion with Talgo trains

The Munich-based mobility group Flix, known for Flixbus and Flixtrain, is planning a significant expansion of its rail subsidiary. The company is negotiating with the Spanish railway technology manufacturer Talgo about the purchase of up to 63 new train sets with a total value of around one billion euros. These state-of-the-art Talgo 230 trains, which are largely based on the ICE

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Island sheep return to Vienna's Danube Island, Copa Cruise starts new season

With spring-like temperatures and blooming meadows, the beloved island sheep are returning to Vienna's Danube Island. The animal "mowing brigade" is once again replacing mechanical meadow mowing in the island's natural north. At the same time, the "Copa Cruise" begins its new season just in time for Easter weekend, allowing visitors to comfortably ride the sheep on the environmentally friendly island boat.

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