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		<title>Site of the Month for September 2011</title>
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		<description><![CDATA[Site of the Month for September 2011 relates to Europe Business and Economy. Europe Central is the Europe directory that provides European updated news, European business, economy, politics, government, education, arts, science, health, products, manufacturers, marketing, travel and tourism and more.]]></description>
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Site of the Month for September 2011 relates to <a href="http://www.europecentral.info/">Europe Business and Economy</a>. Europe Central is the Europe directory that provides European updated news, European business, economy, politics, government, education, arts, science, health, products, manufacturers, marketing, travel and tourism and more.</p>
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		<title>Playground Equipment for Kids</title>
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		<pubDate>Wed, 27 Jul 2011 12:23:42 +0000</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[Indoor playground equipment can keep a child busy for hours while it develop her strength, agility, dexterity, balance and concentration.You can get installed indoor playground equipment at your the backyard of your own home to ensure playful time for your children even when they are in home. However, you need to take into account some [...]]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Indoor playground equipment can keep a child busy for hours while it develop her strength, agility, dexterity, balance and concentration.You can get installed indoor playground equipment at your the backyard of your own home to ensure playful time for your children even when they are in home. However, you need to take into account some factors while choosing the equipment.</p>
<p>There are times when children get holed up indoors due to inclement weather such as rain or scorching sun, venting their displeasure on their parents and getting bored. Too small to see reason, they feel that parents are messing up their playing time. The best option for you to face such a situation is to get installed some interesting and engaging indoor playground equipment in your own backyard. These equipment would keep the children busy and, at the same time, help them gain new skills.</p>
<p>When choosing the indoor play equipment for your children, there are factors you have to take care of &#8211; their age group, preferences, space available, safety, maintenance etc. You have to give proper attention to all these factors before choosing the equipment to be installed. Discuss with your prospective suppliers on these points and find equipment which satisfy these conditions. Take due time before ordering your equipment to reach at the right decision.</p>
<p>Children&#8217;s age is the most significant factor while choosing indoor playground equipment. The type of equipment you need would change with the child&#8217;s age. Likes and dislikes of a toddler would be quite different from a child in the higher age group. Children in their early years need educational play equipment which would help them learn new things. Older children would prefer equipment that they can use to play together with their siblings or friends.</p>
<p>Safety of the children and space available are other important factors you must consider. The equipment should be made up of sturdy enough materials and designed to keep the children safe. You could also ask your supplier to do the safety surfacing of your indoor playground equipment. If you want to buy some sort of play tents or tables and chairs, then take into account whether there is enough space in your house for the equipment. The smaller equipment, which take less space than the larger ones, could be as much engaging. So, if you are short on space, go for smaller but engaging equipment.</p>
<p>Choosing a reliable firm to source your playground equipment is quite important. A good firm would do proper quality check of the equipment. The tests would include materials used, durability, safety etc. It would take care to install the equipment properly. Even after the installation, the surface would be checked to ensure there is nothing as such to cause safety concern for the students. It would thoroughly check the equipment installed before handing it over to you.</p>
<p>If you are finding it difficult to get a reliable local dealer to source your equipment from, you can get these online. Several reputed providers dealing in such equipment sell their products via there website as well. You can visit these websites to analyze and compare the equipment offered by them, their rates as well as terms and conditions to purchase the equipment which suits your requirements. Firms with proper experience in the filed are well aware of the statutory requirements regarding the equipment. So you can be pretty sure of quality when sourcing your indoor playground equipment from a reliable supplier.</p>
<p><a href="http://www.imaginationplay.com.au">Imaginationplay</a> is a complete supplier of children’s <a href="http://www.imaginationplay.com.au">indoor playground equipment</a> and outdoor playground equipment for councils, indoor play centers, primary schools, parks, kindergartens, restaurants, commercial industries and any other family entertainment centers. Their growth and success can be attributed to their exciting innovative designs and high quality products at competitive prices, combined with an impressive level of customer service.</p>
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		<title>Enjoy Your Family Holidays in Austria</title>
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		<pubDate>Thu, 14 Jul 2011 07:40:42 +0000</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[Most people know Austria as the land of Mozart, one of the most famous classical composers of all time. However, Austria is also a country which boasts of a wealth of culture, history and natural scenery. Whether you&#8217;re a student of classical music, architecture or film, a historian, or simply a tourist looking forward to [...]]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Most people know Austria as the land of Mozart, one of the most famous classical composers of all time. However, Austria is also a country which boasts of a wealth of culture, history and natural scenery. Whether you&#8217;re a student of classical music, architecture or film, a historian, or simply a tourist looking forward to a memorable vacation with your loved ones, you&#8217;ll find plenty of reasons to spend your family holidays in Austria.</p>
<p>Indeed, lending your ears to the atmosphere of classical music in Austria is just the tip of the iceberg, though, of course, it still is an important part of your trip to Austria. Watch an opera in one of the many opera houses in Vienna and Salzburg or in St. Martinstrum, the world&#8217;s largest floating opera stage. Listen to the Vienna Boy&#8217;s Choir sing the Sunday mass at the Hofburg Chapel as they have since 1498, or simply see an orchestra concert.</p>
<p>You can also listen to the classical compositions of Mozart, Haydn and Schubert at the Spanish Riding School in Vienna or at a farm in Piber where they serve as the background music for the dressage performances of the Lipizzaner horses. And if you think you&#8217;ve had enough of hearing classical music, you can just go to the places where Mozart and other composers once lived and worked. One such place which is also considered one of the must-see attractions in Austria is the Figaro House, where Mozart supposedly composed the famous opera &#8220;The Marriage of Figaro&#8221;.</p>
<p>Afterwards, it&#8217;s time to feast your eyes on Austria&#8217;s spectacular natural scenery. This can be done best by taking a cable car to Hafelekar in the mountainous Tirol region or by going on a hiking trip through the Austrian Alps. Not exciting enough? Then your trip to Austria must include a hang-gliding expedition from one of the mountain peaks for a more exhilirating experience.</p>
<p>Finally, don&#8217;t forget to take a tour of Austria&#8217;s castles and baroque gardens. The Schonbrunn Palace, in particular, is a must-see attraction in Austria and is sometimes called Austria&#8217;s Versailles. With 1,441 rooms and magnificent gardens, it is no wonder that this castle used to be the summer home of the Habsburg royal family. It was also chosen by Napoleon Bonaparte as his Austrian headquarters.</p>
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		<title>How to Find Perfect Ski Accommodation in Austria</title>
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		<pubDate>Wed, 04 May 2011 08:51:55 +0000</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[Austria is expanding in attraction as a ski choice with British skiers and boarders. Austria provides outstanding ski fields along with charming alpine communities. Ski accommodation in Austria is traditional, comfortable and frequently in customary community homes and wooden chalets. Discover what tends to make ski accommodation in Austria different. Taking a trip With airline [...]]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Austria is expanding in attraction as a ski choice with British skiers and boarders. Austria provides outstanding ski fields along with charming alpine communities. Ski accommodation in Austria is traditional, comfortable and frequently in customary community homes and wooden chalets. Discover what tends to make ski accommodation in Austria different.</p>
<p>Taking a trip</p>
<p>With airline flight times of a couple of hours to airports including Innsbruck, Salzburg or Klagenfurt, ski housing in Austria is available within just 5 hours from the UK. There are lots of really good ski resorts within an hour&#8217;s drive of the crucial alpine gateway air terminals. If you fly on an airline into Innsbruck you can see ski resorts less than half an hour away from the airport. Ski exchange providers are available. A ten-hour drive from the Calais or Dunkirque will get you to the most western ski resorts in Austria. Driving a car to your Austrian ski journey is an alternative. Nevertheless, to arrive at ski resorts in the East and South of Austria by car you might have to organize a two day trip.</p>
<p>Ski Lodgings in Austria</p>
<p>Austria is definitely acknowledged for perfect catered accommodation. Ski fields are generally nearby traditional communities and the town heart is where you choose almost all of your ski accommodation in Austria. There are very little purpose-build blocks and you will probably generally need a limited walking or a ski bus to get back to ski lift and ski fields. Austria is likewise blessed with quite a few great inns. Freshly released habits furthermore looked at increased expenditure in high end lodges with wellness conveniences as well as a well balance and fine dinner knowledge. Ski accommodation in Austria is often times more eventful than the skiing itself. Austria is an effective option if you like your food, convenience and apres-ski and a more relax paced ski vacation, not only a bed and extraordinary skiing.</p>
<p>Skiing in Austria</p>
<p>Austria is a preferred ski location for beginners and knowledgeable skiers. Ski lodging in Austria oozes with alpine elegance. The ski domains themselves often times lacks in size, extreme ski and amazing off-piste. Nevertheless, regardless of whether you&#8217;re a skiing novice or a highly skilled skier, you will almost certainly find slopes to cater to your requirements. Austria has also one of the most well-known ski places across the world. Ski resorts such as St Anton, Ischgl, Kitzbühel are world famous and gives fantastic ski runs for all ages and levels, which range from beginners slopes for newbies to the well-known Hahnenkamm downhill run for gurus.</p>
<p>Ski Rooms Expenses</p>
<p>Ski housing in Austria can be quite high-priced, often more expensive than France and Italy but more affordable than Switzerland. Austria ski housing is definitely limited to classic alpine villages with minor level for growth, normally making demand often outstrip supply. The lowest charge option is often one of the many customary private B&#038;Bs. Dining out is not too expensive and good Austrian food is readily available in most of the regular dining establishments. </p>
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		<title>Austria &#8211; The Home of the Wellness Holiday</title>
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		<pubDate>Fri, 27 Aug 2010 04:05:10 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Gregg Hall</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[Austria is one of the most frequented nations in the world in terms of people spending some time off on a wellness holidays. Austria&#8217;s long list of spa hotels and resorts, such as the Rogner Bad Blumau, are flocked with guests who are not just looking for great accommodations, but a haven where they can [...]]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Austria is one of the most frequented nations in the world in terms of people spending some time off on a wellness holidays. Austria&#8217;s long list of spa hotels and resorts, such as the Rogner Bad Blumau, are flocked with guests who are not just looking for great accommodations, but a haven where they can relax, relieve stress, and recharge for the long overhaul ahead.</p>
<p>Bad Blumau in Austria is decked with mountain ranges that were once volcanoes. With the thermal heat produced by these zones, pools of naturally heated mineral water are just plain part of the Bad Blumau landscape. Hotels in the Bad Blumau area, like the Rogner Bad Blumau, have gone full throttle with the wellness concept and offers guests with a wellness holiday that no other hotels and spa resorts found in any hotel comparison site can rival or match.</p>
<p>Top on the list are the thermal pools. The thermal pools in Austria, especially in the Bad Blumau area, are scientifically proven to contain minerals that really rid the skin of any impurities. Simply put, a dip in one of the thermal pools in the spa hotels in Austria will not only leave your skin clean and refreshed, but nourished as well. In terms of location, you can go and wallow in the outdoor pools for a more natural feel. However, if you prefer to take your hot mineral water bath inside, majority of the hotels in the Bad Blumau area have devised systems that would channel heated mineral water from the hot springs outside to an intricate network of indoor swimming pools.</p>
<p>Aside from the thermal pools, an Austrian wellness holiday is not complete if you do not experience wallowing in the mud pools of Styria. The hot mud bath in Styria has therapeutic effects. Like a dip in a deep in a thermal pool, a mud bath will also cleanse your skin of impurities, while you relax and just lie in the warm mud, which is usually a little over 100 degrees Fahrenheit.</p>
<p>Of course, a wellness holiday is not without a massage. Hotels and spa resorts in Austria do offer different kind of massages, from the world renowned Thai massage, Finnish shiatsu, and the increasingly popular Ayurveda spa treatments. Some hotels, like the Rogner Bad Blumau, offers steaming room that uses vaporized sea salt from the Dead Sea. Breathing such salt is said to clear the airways, which then could lead to healthy lungs.</p>
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		<title>Hiring Professional Painting Services in Brisbane Queensland</title>
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		<pubDate>Thu, 13 May 2010 06:41:17 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Gregg Hall</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[Hiring a painter from one of the painting services means minimum stress and disorderly disturbance. As the painter is trained to handle various combination of circumstances and situations, you are left with little to worry about and are free to concentrate your attentions on other important tasks. Paint products may vary from oil-based to latex [...]]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Hiring a painter from one of the <a href="http://qldpainting.com.au/">painting services</a> means minimum stress and disorderly disturbance. As the painter is trained to handle various combination of circumstances and situations, you are left with little to worry about and are free to concentrate your attentions on other important tasks.</p>
<p>Paint products may vary from oil-based to latex paint to acrylic products. Deciding on a particular type of paint is the basic and fundamental pick you must establish. Most painting services provide experienced painters whose insight can help you select the product that is most appropriate for the job.<br />
House painting service excel in their performance of duties and thus help reduce maintenance costs. The results they produce are durable and capable of standing wear, tear and decay. This in return will not only reduce the upkeep expenditure but also save considerable amount of your valuable time.</p>
<p>Painting also provide expert painters that are protected by an insurance policy. This means that they are indemnified against any losses that may be caused by their actions. This renders the work quality to be credible and believable.</p>
<p>Hiring a professional painting service is synonymous to getting warranty for your home. This warranty usually lasts for some years depending on the type and quality of the materials used and their exposure to factors like excessive humidity, heat, sunlight etc. The service should guarantee minimum or no paint peel-offs or any other related issues during this period.</p>
<p>A professional painting touch can add to the intangible liveliness of your home by giving a furbished effect. However, before choosing a painting service it is advisable to do some research and inquire about the experience of the company and also the individual experiences of the personnel in the firm. Though most firms provide excellent quality services and workmanship at a relatively fair price, it is still more prudent to get a paint estimate with all the inclusions and exclusions in the service.</p>
<p>Even though there are numerous advantages that professional painting services offer, make sure that you select the right one. Hire a competent painting service fully capable of carrying out the painting job and choose one that best suits your wants, wishes, needs and expectations. Moreover, select painters who are well informed and thoroughly familiar with a variety of painting techniques to give your house the finest quality paint finish.</p>
<p>To ensure your complete satisfaction, QLD painting service, begins and ends every painting job with a personal consultation between you and their expert painters management team. <a href="http://qldpainting.com.au/">QLD painting service</a> is committed to providing the highest quality painting service and craftsmanship with each and every painting job. </p>
<p>They treat your house or business with the respect it deserves. Your entire painting job requires personal attention to every detail, including a special concern for your privacy, they provide you with an expert team trained to minimize the intrusion in your personal daily life, while insisting each step of the painters job is performed orderly, neatly and safely. </p>
<p>They use only the most reliable painting materials and application procedures, and work efficiently to complete most painting jobs in two or three days. QLD painting service are known for long lasting, quality painting  jobs and outstanding customer satisfaction. In fact, they&#8217;ve grown to become Brisbane most popular residential and commercial paint specialists. </p>
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		<title>Investment Property in Austria</title>
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		<pubDate>Sat, 09 Jan 2010 07:19:05 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Kathy Austin</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[In considering an overview of real estate in Austria, the most striking fact associated with real property in that country is the fact that overall the costs associated with real estate in Austria is higher than any other country in Europe. In addition, the cost of living in Austria generally is higher than any other [...]]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>In considering an overview of real estate in Austria, the most striking fact associated with real property in that country is the fact that overall the costs associated with real estate in Austria is higher than any other country in Europe. In addition, the cost of living in Austria generally is higher than any other country in Europe at the present time.</p>
<p>With this in mind, it is also important to note that the tax rate in Austria when it comes to the buying and selling of real estate in that country also runs rather high. For example, any capital gains that are experienced on the sale of real estate is taxed in Austria as regular income at the significant rate of 34%. There are exceptions to this taxation. First of all, a piece of real estate that is used as a primary residence is exempt from this tax. Additionally, all real estate that is held for ten yours or more is exempt from this taxation as well. Therefore, many people, including foreign nationals, hold on to investment real estate for at least ten years before turning around and selling the property for a profit.</p>
<p>As will be discussed in greater detail later, foreign nationals have a history of investing in real estate in Austria. In recent years, significant steps have been taken and made to streamline and simplify the manner in which foreign nationals can invest in real estate in Austria. This particular is true when it comes to foreign nationals from the countries that make up the European Union.</p>
<p>A foreign national that is interested in investing in real estate in Austria needs to keep in mind that the cost of real estate in that country is higher than in any other country in Europe. Thus, for the most part, individuals who find themselves investing in real estate in Austria tend to be a bit better heeled and tend to have a higher amount of disposable income.</p>
<p>The tax implications of buying and selling real estate in Austria also need to be kept in mind when it comes to a foreign national making an investment in real estate in that country. These implications are set forth and discussed previously .</p>
<p>Residential Real Estate in Austria &#8211; Single Family Properties</p>
<p>Foreign nationals do make the purchase of single family residences and dwellings in Austria with some regularity. Far and above, the greatest number of foreign nationals who are purchasing single family residences in Austria are Germans. Italians are coming in at second place with citizens from other EU nations coming in rather far behind. Of course, there are some people from other nations that are also making the purchase of single family residences in Austria.</p>
<p>Most people who are foreign nationals who are purchasing real estate in Austria are doing to to establish second homes. For the most part, these homes are being used as retreats and for holiday purposes .</p>
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		<title>A Look at the Austrian Property Market</title>
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		<pubDate>Mon, 14 Sep 2009 07:13:50 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Tomas Venckunas</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[Austria has been among the leading lights for the European unity and is largely due to its efforts that the European Union, in the modern times, has seen the light of day. As highlighted earlier, Austria is the costliest place to live in the whole of Europe. This means that unfortunately, the property scenario in [...]]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Austria has been among the leading lights for the European unity and is largely due to its efforts that the European Union, in the modern times, has seen the light of day.</p>
<p>As highlighted earlier, Austria is the costliest place to live in the whole of Europe. This means that unfortunately, the property scenario in Austria is not too encouraging for the investors of present times. The higher cost of living has, indeed, played a spoilsport for the potential investors. European Union membership notwithstanding, Austria has not seen any surge of investor interest, primarily because of high property prices within the country.</p>
<p>Austria has done well by relaxing the laws in terms of foreign ownership of property, but still buyers want the Austrian government to address the issue of high property prices of every commodity before even thinking of investing in Austrian real estate. Rough estimates indicate that a Studio Apartment is not available in Austria below £50,000 and a 2-bedroom apartment starts from a whopping £70,000 and if you are planning an independent house in Austria, be prepared to shell out at least £180,000 to realize your property. It&#8217;s not only the price, but also the tax structure that is quite stringent in Austria. Any capital gains on the sale of real estate are taxed as regular income at the exorbitant rate of 34%.</p>
<p>Being a tourist spot, vacation and holiday property around the Alps is your best bet for investment in Austria. A year-round influx of tourists means you have regular rental income from the holiday properties in and around the ski resorts. The majority of the population in Austria live in and around cities like Innsbruck, Salzburg and Vienna, resultantly; these places are the ones to look out for in terms of real estate investment.</p>
<p>The country comprises Germans and Italians as the primary groups of foreigners who have either settled down here or made Austria their second home destination.</p>
<p>The restrictions for non-EU foreign investors are more stringent than the EU ones. Thus, the Brits will find the going easier as far as the legalities and administrative procedure pertaining to owning a property in Austria is concerned.</p>
<p>The countries peculiar real estate laws means that all foreign investors should seriously consider hiring an expert real estate agent or a local attorney to take care of all the official formalities entailing the registration of property. The expert help will also come in handy if you decide to finance your property purchase through a local Austrian bank.</p>
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		<title>Hotels in Austria</title>
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		<pubDate>Tue, 11 Aug 2009 09:50:37 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Fred Peters</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[Austria has plenty of attractive things to offer to the tourists. Impressive destinations, wonderful sceneries and fabulous sources of entertainment are the trademarks of Austria. And for paying a visit to all these spots, you need to stay here for a long time. Austria hotels prove to be your great companions in such a case. [...]]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Austria has plenty of attractive things to offer to the tourists. Impressive destinations, wonderful sceneries and fabulous sources of entertainment are the trademarks of Austria. And for paying a visit to all these spots, you need to stay here for a long time. Austria hotels prove to be your great companions in such a case.</p>
<p>Suitable for all kinds of visitors, be it an offbeat destination lover or a leisure traveler, Austria promises to entertain everyone. Vienna, Salzburg and several other cities have attributes that make it imperative for you to visit this country. You will find many exemplary monumental structures, splendid architectures and a bunch of modern sources of entertainment in each of the cities. The Hofburg (Imperial Palace) and the Augustinian Church are two of the magnificent structures which attract thousands of visitors from all across the globe. Vienna features a splendid museum of fine arts. You would also like to see the Belvedere Palace and the Sigmund Freud Museum.</p>
<p>While in Austria, it is a must for you to visit the city of Salzburg without which your journey would be incomplete. This city gave Mozart to the world, which is a picturesque place surrounded by tall mountains. Hohensalzburg Castle in Saalzburg is something that will effortlessly catch your attention. St. Peter’s Abbey and the museum of fine arts also have fabulous stuff to leave a lasting impression on you. And when you go four kilometers to south of Salzburg Hellbrunn Palace containing fountains and water-powered figures also interests you. Hotels in Austria serve you with some distinctive touch of culture and tradition.</p>
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		<title>West Austria-Destination For A Great Camping</title>
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		<pubDate>Tue, 11 Aug 2009 07:12:04 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Kathy Austin</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[Austria is a country that is often ignored in comparision with its larger neighbour, Germany. But Austria is a wonderful place to spend a camping holiday, especially in the Western region known as the Tyrol. Tyrol is a place focusing the most stunning scenery in Austria, and it is a haven for walkers, trekkers and [...]]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Austria is a country that is often ignored in comparision with its larger neighbour, Germany. But Austria is a wonderful place to spend a camping holiday, especially in the Western region known as the Tyrol. Tyrol is a place focusing the most stunning scenery in Austria, and it is a haven for walkers, trekkers and cyclists.</p>
<p>Charming Cities</p>
<p>Whilst anyone camping in West Austria will naturally be spending most of their time in the countryside, visitors shouldn’t miss out on the towns and cities of the region. Innsbruck, the capital of the region, is a delightful city surrounded by the Alps. The medieval Old Town is the most enjoyable place to explore in the city, with the stunning Golden Roof the most famous sight in the city. The Imperial Palace and the Mausoleum of Maximilian I are two of the other main attractions of a visit to Innsbruck.</p>
<p>Away from Innsbruck, Kitzbühel and Ehrwald are both well worth a visit. Kitzbühel is located in a splendid valley, and is renowned as a key wintersports destination. But it is of equal interest in the summer, with horse riding and golf being popular activities to enjoy amidst the breathtaking surroundings. Ehrwald is one of the most picturesque towns in this part of Austria; if you are camping near here, be sure to visit and catch the cable car to the top of the Zugspitze for unforgettable views out over the nearby mountains and<br />
glaciers.</p>
<p>Natural Splendour</p>
<p>The real highlight of camping in Austria is the spectacular landscape, and nowhere is this more true than in the Tyrol. Long renowned as a Mecca for skiers, hikers, climbers and cyclists, this is a landscape of stunning mountain vistas, glaciers, pine forests and beautiful lakes.</p>
<p>The mountains of Tyrol act as both a dramatic backdrop and a main attraction for the region. With over 700 mountains over 10,000ft there are plenty of peaks and valleys for keen walkers to explore – Wildspitze (3774m), Klienglockner (3770m) and Weisskugel (3738m) are the region’s tallest peaks, and the main objectives for avid trekkers and climbers. Innsbruck is the centre of information for walkers, and should be the first stop off point for anyone looking to learn more. Many of the campsites in Austria will also be able to provide visitors with more information on local walking trails.</p>
<p>Away from the mountains, Lake Achen is the other real natural highlight for those camping in Austria’s Tyrol region. The water is over 100 metres deep and is crystal clear, and the lake itself is ringed by Tyrolean mountains – it truly is a breathtaking sight. The best way to get there is via the old cogwheel steam train from Jenbach, the Achensee Bahn, and following that up with a ferry tour of the lake itself.</p>
<p>A travel to Austria will give you more things but a camping in West Austria is making more meaningful for your trip. Enjoying beauty of mountain and lake as a camping here should be the most memorable thing for all trallers.</p>
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