Balcony at Wagners Aparthotel 2

The best family hotels in Austria (Tyrol edition)

Austria is a clear contender for the queen of Europe when it comes to stylish family hotels. The whole country, and especially Tyrol, has an incredible amount of family resorts that far exceed the style you might imagine when thinking of kids’ accommodation. The vibe is nearly always nature-forward, and the decor matches with natural … Read more

Feel Free Nature Resort view from pool.

Special Stay: Feelfree Nature Resort, Oetz

If you were following along on Instagram, you’ll know I spent a long time searching for an ideal hotel for our time in Austria. And I knew Feelfree was a good fit from the moment I laid eyes on its stylish website. Yep, I know branding isn’t everything, but it does count for something, and … Read more

Victoria and kids in Innsbruck, Austria.

9 things to do in and around Innsbruck with kids in winter

Innsbruck and the region of Tyrol in Austria are an incredible playground for families. Honestly, I think our kids would have been satisfied by playing in the snow alone. But beyond the simplest pleasures of throwing snowballs and building snowmen, there are also many other things to do with kids in Innsbruck and Tirol in … Read more

Swarvoski Crystal World fountain.

How to plan an Austria family holiday in winter (Tyrol region)

I booked our trip to Austria on a whim – found cheap flights to Innsbruck and booked them spontaneously. It was only after that I realised peak season in Austria is pretty expensive and booking last minute means availability is seriously low. But I rose to the challenge and we managed to have a 3-day … Read more

Balcony at Wagners Aparthotel 2

Special Stay: Hotel Wagnerhof and Wagners Aparthotel

Hotel Wagnerhof and its sister property Wagners Aparthotel on Lake Achensee describe themselves as a “wellness hotel where couples feel just as comfortable as families”. A description like that couldn’t be more on brand for what we look for at Bridges and Balloons. But did the reality live up to the promise? The short answer … Read more