While many people kick off the Christmas season by decking the halls, people in Austria have a more sinister way of getting ...

They're brimming with merry spirit.

Joyful Christmas markets – illuminated by twinkling lights, filled with the scent of mulled wine – herald the start of the festive season. Most European cities offer a version of the wintery fairs, ...

VIENNA (AP) — A flip of the switch, some oohs and ahhs from a crowd of onlookers, and a giant decorated Christmas tree went up in lights on Vienna’s town hall square as the Yuletide season got rolling ...

Over two billion people worldwide celebrate Christmas, each infusing the holiday with various customs and rituals. While some regions eagerly await the arrival of Santa Claus, others add ...

It's always interesting to spend holidays abroad. Things catch your eye that you would probably overlook at home. This year I'm spending the holiday season in Vienna with my son who has been here for ...

If the kids have flown the nest or you’re just in search of a hands-off festive feast where you don’t have to stress over the roasties, singles aged over 50 seeking a home from home this Christmas can ...