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Lifeball 2011 Red Carpet

“There’s no business like show-business”

In true keeping with the saying, “There’s no business like show business,” this time I’ve  compiled cultural tips for fans of Vienna. There’s a lot going on in the city and the cultural scene offers something for everyone. In order to retain an overview of the varied program (okay, actually finding dates), I’ve set about [...]

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Aufguss!

This word, which refers to dousing hot stones with scented water in saunas, can still be heard resounding throughout the saunas, bathing halls and public showers in many a place in Vienna. The term “wellness” is an integral part of today’s parlance, whether it’s used in conjunction with eating, sales offers from furniture suppliers, hoteliers, [...]

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A Ball Night in Vienna… with Swing!

“I could have danced all night! I could have danced all night! And still have begged for more.” Who doesn’t know these lines from “Eliza” from My Fair Lady? Eliza undergoes a test at the Ambassador Ball (reception), which she masters with bravura, and is on cloud nine before going to bed. Now, you don’t [...]

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Shopping experience Vienna –  trendy & hip

Shopping experience Vienna – trendy & hip

Who isn’t familiar with shopping for a special designer item for a special occasion? You hurry through Mariahilferstrasse, Kohlmarkt or Kärtnerstrasse and simply don’t find what you’re looking for! First, you get slight panic attacks. You want to present yourself in a new outfit very soon or put your best foot forward and have the [...]

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meritus 2011

The 2011 meritus has been awarded!

The 2011 meritus corporate prize for diversity management in business was awarded on 20 October 2011 during a celebratory gala evening in the Sky Lounge of the Austrian Economic Chamber. This prize is geared towards companies and NGOs that incorporate the topic of sexual orientation into their diversity management. In her opening speech, Brigitte Jank, [...]

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Gay Lifestyle in Vienna!

I’m happy to have this opportunity to report on my life in Vienna.   In the coming weeks and months, I wish to give you a cross section of the gay and lesbian scene in Vienna.  In some cases it will be an exhibition, then in others a film or an experience I wish to [...]

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