Choosing a ski resort in Austria can be a tricky proposition. With literally hundreds to choose from it may be difficult to decide which is right for you. These are my “top 5″ picks; each has it’s own draw.

Best Place to Learn to Ski

Lech Village Photo by Crampon; Wikimedia Commons

Lech is one of Austria’s most expensive resorts and, because of that, has retained its classic alpine atmosphere.  The resort has English speaking instructors to help newbies down the easiest runs but also has more challenging runs for more experienced skiers.  Lech also boasts one of the longest ski seasons in Europe; taking a ski holiday during “Snow Crystal” weeks (at either end of the season) cuts the price of ski passes in half. Read More »

Of course there are many, many Sound of Music tours around Salzburg, Austria.  But if you don’t like being on someone else’s schedule – and I know I don’t – you can do it yourself!

The Movie's "Von Trapp Mansion" Photo Copyright © Benn Newman,

Like any movie, much of The Sound of Music was shot on an LA sound stage.  Many of the locations really do exist around Salzburg, though they may have more to do with the real life of the Von Trapp family than with the movie.   Read More »