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Vienna: Ranked 7th among the best stopover cities in the world!
Vienna is one of the best stopover cities in the world. Find out why the city is attractive for travelers and what advantages it offers.
Vienna: Ranked 7th among the best stopover cities in the world!
In a recent study by Australian travel insurance company AllClearTravel, Vienna has established itself as one of the best cities for a stopover. The analysis of over 80 transport hubs shows that the federal capital takes seventh place with an impressive “Stopover Score” of 72.9 out of 100 points. This makes the city an interesting destination for travelers looking to make a stopover.
The study evaluated various factors that are crucial for a pleasant stay. These include walkability, the travel time from the airport to the city center, the cost of an overnight stay in a four-star hotel and the distances between the main attractions. Vienna not only scores points with its short journey time from the airport to the city center of just 16 minutes, but also with an impressive walkability of just 485 meters between the most important attractions, which are usually just five kilometers apart.
What makes Vienna so attractive?
The top sights that attract many tourists include Schönbrunn Palace and St. Stephen's Cathedral. The current average daily spending for travelers in Vienna is around AUD 51 (approx. 28 euros), while an overnight stay in a four-star hotel costs around AUD 243 (approx. 136 euros). The good price-performance ratio is another plus point that catapults Vienna up the ranking of stopover cities.
But it's not just Vienna that is very popular. In the overall ranking, Frankfurt am Main is at the top with 78.3 points, followed by Doha (75.4) and Atlanta (74.5). In addition to these cities, Copenhagen, Warsaw, Dublin, Baltimore, Amsterdam and Zurich are also among the top ten stopover destinations. However, the situation is particularly worrying for some US cities, including Houston, which achieved the worst score of just 40.6 points.
The dark side of traveling: skiplagging
Demand for information about skiplagging has increased by 108 percent in recent weeks, suggesting more travelers are looking for ways to cut costs. Nevertheless, experts strongly warn against trying this risky strategy, as it can quickly lead to a loss of loyalty points, a ban from airlines or even legal action, as an incident with Lufthansa shows.
In summary, not only is Vienna thriving as a stopover city, but measures should also be taken to encourage travelers to enjoy the benefits of a stopover while alerting them to the pitfalls of modern travel.
The diversity and culture of the Austrian capital are perfect for making the most of the time between flights. So the next time you stop near Vienna, you might consider not just taking a quick look at the city, but also making the most of your visit. For more information on this topic, see meinkreis.at, euronews.com and about-travel.com.