There is East, and there is West, and then there is Central Europe. In the last 20 years Austria, Czech Republic, Germany, Hungary, Poland and Slovakia emerged as a constellation of bordering tourist destinations, easy to visit in one trip, complementary in cultural traditions and historic landmarks, and above all safe and affordable. According to the newly formed tourist organization, Central Europe Experience, American visitors can travel all six countries on less than $100 a night including accommodations. Among the exciting happenings in 2010 there are:
In Austria: 150th anniversary of Gustav Mahler, 90th anniversary of Salzburg music festival, new Swarovski boutique in Vienna, and the opening of new Sofitel.
In Czech Republic: 600th anniversary of the Astronomical Clock Orloj in Prague, “Savor the Czech Republic” restaurant program, new herb garden at Valtice Chateau, and Grund golf and ski resort in Krkonose Mountains.
In Germany: 200th anniversary of Octoberfest, opening of The New Museum in Berlin, 300th anniversary of porcelain making by Meissen, and new Kameha Grand Hotel in Bonn.
In Hungary: Pecs becomes 2010 European Capital of Culture, the world’s only water circus Cinetrip Sparty in 600-year-old Turkish bath, Budapest RiverRide in amphibian bus along Danube river, and new Hotel President – overwhelmingly luxurious and underpriced.
In Poland: Bicentennial of Chopin’s birth, a breakthrough film project dedicated to Chopin, a coal mine experience in the industrial city of Zabrze, and the opening of Hilton Garden Inn.
In Slovakia: Kosice prepares to become European Capital of Culture in 2013, Levoca becomes new UNESCO Heritage Site, Janosik’s Days folklore festival, and the opening of Kempinski Hotel River Park in Bratislava.
For more information visit gotocentraleurope.com
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