Information - Vienna
Vienna: In Vienna you will find a unique blend of history and modernity with culture and tradition abound. It is a city that can cater to almost every taste with an excellent mix of art, music, architecture and entertainment.
German: The German language you will learn here in Vienna is "Hochdeutsch" which is the standard form of the language and spoken throughout the German speaking world. The German language spoken in Austria is melodious and spoken at a steady and even pace which is often helpful for those learning German.
Travel: You are perfectly located in Vienna at the heart of Europe within a stone's throw of several major European cities. Budapest, Salzburg and Prague, for example, can be reached from Vienna within 3 to 5 hours and for the more adventurous guests, Munich and Venice are also a great option.
Well Being: Vienna is not only one of the loveliest capitals in the world, it is also considered to be one of the safest and Vienna is ranked first in an international quality of living survey (2009 & 2010) with Zurich, Geneva and Vancouver ranked behind. Vienna is also a particularly multicultural city and the people are very friendly and welcoming.
Affordability: Vienna is an extremely affordable city. Restaurants, bars, coffee shops, groceries, cultural pursuits etc. are reasonably priced, so you can afford to do more in Austria!
Weather: The climate in Austria is moderate and makes Vienna a year round location. Summers are very pleasant with temperatures ranging between 20°C and 30°C and in winter temperatures average around 0°C.
Transportation: Public transportation in Vienna is nothing short of excellent. With an outstanding subway system serving most of Vienna, you can also make use of trams, buses and a local train service and once again it is all very reasonably priced.