We planned to spend a full day in Hallstatt — but we only lasted 4 hours in the famous fairy-tale town
We went on a day trip to the famous town in Austria, Hallstatt, but were so overwhelmed by crowds and overtourism that we soon changed plans.
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I spent nearly a month exploring Germany and Austria. Here are the 6 most overrated things I did that I'd skip next time.
After 28 days in Germany and Austria, there are things I wish I skipped. I wouldn't return to Triberg or Hallstatt and I'd change my Berlin itinerary.
A flight had to abort 2 landings and divert to another country after its navigation systems faced GPS jamming
The incident occurred on a flight operated by Lauda Air, a subsidiary of Ryanair, between the Latvian capital Riga and Vienna.
After spending 25 days in Germany and Austria, there are 7 things I recommend to every tourist who visits the area
We found the best things to do in Germany and Austria after spending a month traveling in both, from spas in Baden-Baden to hikes in the Black Forest.
A European nation cut ties with Gazprom, saying it won't be 'blackmailed' by Russia
OMV's decision to cut ties with Gazprom is a historic break with Russian gas supplies, and stems from a long-running contract dispute.
I rented a castle in Europe with my family. Our trip cost $151 a person per night, which felt affordable for what we got.
Our large family went on a multigenerational trip to Europe and had a great stay at Castle Wasserburg, a 12th-century marvel in Austria near Vienna.
If you speed in Austria, the government can now confiscate your car and sell it
In other European countries, including Switzerland and Finland, speeders are fined a percentage of their income.
Macron calls for snap election in France after far-right wins in European Union vote
Far-right and center-right parties dominated the European Union parliamentary vote. The rightward shift could have wide-ranging impacts.
Danube river cruise ship crashed after it was 'suddenly no longer able to maneuver,' 17 passengers injured
Cruise ship crashes into a concrete wall on the Danube river in Austria, injuring at least 17 passengers.
The banking loopholes Russia has used to stay afloat are closing
Foreign banks in the UAE, Turkey, and Austria are cutting back on transactions with Russia as US sanctions clamp down.
A TV chef turned an endangered fish into fritters. Fishermen were furious, report says.
The Frauennerfling, also known as the "pigo" or by the scientific name "Rutilus pigus," is a fish native to Italy and Switzerland.
An heiress is seeking 50 strangers to help her give away her $27 million inheritance
Marlene Engelhorn's ancestor, Friedrich Engelhorn, founded BASF, one of the world's largest chemical companies. She plans to redistribute some wealth.
Step aside, Krampus: Austria and Bavaria's Christmas villain is a demon that disembowels children
In Austro-German folklore, Frau Perchta is a demon-woman who disembowels anyone who is careless, lazy, or greedy.
Austrians can't agree on what to do with the apartment where Hitler was born
While some want it turned into an educational memorial, officials in Braunau, Austria, are planning to build a police station in its place.
I've visited all 193 countries on my own. Here are my top 10 favorites and why places like Italy don't make the cut.
Cassandra De Pecol traveled to every country in the world as a solo female traveler. Her favorite places vary by season, but she didn't like North Korea.
Residents of the stunning Austrian village rumored to have inspired 'Frozen' are fed up with hoards of tourists
Overtourism is ruining the town of Hallstatt, Austria, locals say. The village, which resembles Disney's "Frozen," has become a hot spot for selfies.
A man fell 300 feet to his death after slipping off an Instagram-famous 'stairway to heaven' ladder in the Austrian mountains
The unnamed British man was on his own when he fell 300 feet to his death.
An Austrian former minister who controversially danced with Putin at her wedding flew to Russia with her ponies on a military plane, says report
An Austrian former foreign minister has relocated to St. Petersburg along with her ponies, thanks to a Russian military plane, local media reported.
Austria is offering free public transportation for a year, but you have to get a specific tattoo first
Six people have so far participated in the sustainability campaign this summer, the Telegraph reported.
2 Gen Xers who joined the wave of Americans moving to Austria explain how it's improved their quality of life and given them a fresh start in their careers
Two Gen X dads told Insider that after moving to Austria, they had more time to spend with family, travel more frequently, and enjoy nature.