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Austria is in trouble when the FPÖ makes more sense about Covid lockdowns than the ruling government

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Austria is in trouble when the FPÖ makes more sense about Covid lockdowns than the ruling government

March 15, 2021

OPINION You know Austria is in trouble with its Covid-19 regulations when the people making the most sense about lockdowns, masks and their... Read More

Why I no longer buy Oatly in Austria — Blackstone investment killed that plant milk for me

February 9, 2021

As a vegan living in Vienna, I have tried just about every plant milk known to man over the last four years. In... Read More

Opinion: Austria’s economy the worst in the EU — end of lockdown isn’t likely to change that

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Opinion: Austria’s economy the worst in the EU — end of lockdown isn’t likely to change that

February 2, 2021

OPINION In news that should be under the heading “No Shit, Sherlock“, the Austrian newspaper Der Standard is reporting Austria’s economy is now... Read More

Why are Internet speeds in Austria so slow? #55 in the world in fixed broadband and #31 in mobile speeds

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Why are Internet speeds in Austria so slow? #55 in the world in fixed broadband and #31 in mobile speeds

January 25, 2021

Note: While, for the most part I love living in Austria, just like living in any country, a few things drive me crazy.... Read More

How to survive Vienna, Austria’s endless lockdowns and mandatory masks

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How to survive Vienna, Austria’s endless lockdowns and mandatory masks

January 24, 2021

Due to the Austrian government’s reaction to Covid-19, Austria has now had more national lockdowns than almost any other country in the world.... Read More

Mirjam Weichselbraun new presenter for The Masked Singer Austria season 2

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Mirjam Weichselbraun new presenter for The Masked Singer Austria season 2

January 11, 2021

Austrian TV presenter Mirjam Weichselbraun has been named as the new presenter for The Masked Singer Austria Season 2. Weichselbraun will take over from... Read More

Austrian minister Christine Aschbacher resigns after allegations of plagiarism in two theses

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Austrian minister Christine Aschbacher resigns after allegations of plagiarism in two theses

January 10, 2021

As ruling party the ÖVP’s handling of the Covid-19 crisis is being increasingly questioned here in Austria, this week has continued to not... Read More

What you need to know about the Austrian healthcare system as an expat

Living in Vienna

What you need to know about the Austrian healthcare system as an expat

January 9, 2021

One of the wonderful things about moving to Austria is you will soon be eligible to get treatment from the superb Austrian healthcare... Read More

Why is Aldi in Austria called Hofer? Same supermarket chain, different name

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Why is Aldi in Austria called Hofer? Same supermarket chain, different name

January 8, 2021

If you are as big as an Aldi fan as I am, you may be disappointed when you arrive in Austria to find... Read More

How to open an Austrian bank account in under 30 minutes

Living in Vienna

How to open an Austrian bank account in under 30 minutes

January 8, 2021

If you are planning on moving to Austria, you will need to open a bank account so you can be paid by your... Read More

Almost 20% of people living in Austria born abroad, 36.7% in Vienna

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Almost 20% of people living in Austria born abroad, 36.7% in Vienna

January 7, 2021

According to the Austrian broadcasting company Österreichische Rundfunk (ORF), almost 20% of the population of Austria in 2020 was born abroad. That means... Read More

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Wiener Linien reports small number of fare dodgers in 2020 — 2% of those stopped didn’t have ticket

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Wiener Linien reports small number of fare dodgers in 2020 — 2% of those stopped didn’t have ticket

January 7, 2021

Number of Wiener Linien fare dodgers remains low One thing many visitors to Vienna are often confused about is the lack of ticket... Read More

9 reasons why moving to Austria could be the best decision you ever make

Moving to Austria

9 reasons why moving to Austria could be the best decision you ever make

January 6, 2021

Are you thinking about moving to Austria? Are you looking for adventure, and a completely different way of living? Did you visit the... Read More

Oh My Vienna

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How to open an Austrian bank account in under 30 minutes

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What should an Austrian lease or rental agreement include?

How to get a Meldezettel (address registration) in Vienna, Austria as an EU citizen

9 reasons why moving to Austria could be the best decision you ever make

7 reasons why working in Austria could be a good career move back home

Why you should subscribe to Netflix before moving abroad (including Austria) and what you can watch when you get there

6 expat homesickness cures when living in Vienna, Austria

Austria is in trouble when the FPÖ makes more sense about Covid lockdowns than the ruling government

Why I no longer buy Oatly in Austria — Blackstone investment killed that plant milk for me

Opinion: Austria’s economy the worst in the EU — end of lockdown isn’t likely to change that

Why are Internet speeds in Austria so slow? #55 in the world in fixed broadband and #31 in mobile speeds

How to survive Vienna, Austria’s endless lockdowns and mandatory masks

Mirjam Weichselbraun new presenter for The Masked Singer Austria season 2

Austrian minister Christine Aschbacher resigns after allegations of plagiarism in two theses

What you need to know about the Austrian healthcare system as an expat

Why is Aldi in Austria called Hofer? Same supermarket chain, different name

How to open an Austrian bank account in under 30 minutes

Almost 20% of people living in Austria born abroad, 36.7% in Vienna

Wiener Linien reports small number of fare dodgers in 2020 — 2% of those stopped didn’t have ticket

9 reasons why moving to Austria could be the best decision you ever make

Why is Aldi in Austria called Hofer? Same supermarket chain, different name

Hofer is the best supermarket in Vienna, Austria and it’s dirt cheap too!

Mirjam Weichselbraun new presenter for The Masked Singer Austria season 2

Austrian minister Christine Aschbacher resigns after allegations of plagiarism in two theses

Almost 20% of people living in Austria born abroad, 36.7% in Vienna

Wiener Linien reports small number of fare dodgers in 2020 — 2% of those stopped didn’t have ticket

Austrian unemployment rate at 11% — more than 500,000 people looking for jobs