Let's talk Austria

Ever wondered how much tax you actually pay in Austria – whether you're employed or self-employed? In this episode, we break down the Austrian tax system in a clear and simple way. You'll learn where your taxes go, how the tax assessment process works, what the "Severance New System" is all about, and which deductions you might be missing out on. Tune in and get smarter about your money in Austria!

Commuter link:  https://pendlerrechner.bmf.gv.at/
The TaxBook 2025 in english language: https://www.bmf.gv.at/services/publikationen/das-steuerbuch.html

By the way: our "Jewish in Vienna" walking tour takes place Sunday, 6th of July 2025, at 3.00 p.m. Tickets availalbe at:
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Get to know the 4th district in this episode with Eugene. After our Neighbourhood Tour through the 4th district, where Eugene took us to the roof terrace of the Technical University and we had a fantastic view over Vienna, I sit with him in our recording studio, and we reviewed the tour. 

He doesn't just talk about Karlsplatz, the Freihaus neighborhood or the Naschmarkt, no, he also tells us how Vienna SMELLS and we also go in search of the drug scene in Vienna - okay, without success :(

He also introduces us to the VOLLPENSION, a coffee house with a ‘lazy & easy atmosphere’, where pensioners bake cakes and tarts according to grandmother's recipe. He recommends trying the very famous SACHER TORTE at Demel and not at Sacher, he recommends the Falter as a weekly newspaper and event calendar and is an enthusiastic FM4 and OE1 listener. He also recommends a visit to Schwindgasse in the 4th district. 

Enjoy this episode! By the way: our "Jewish in Vienna" walking tour takes place Sunday, 6th of July 2025, at 3.00 p.m. Tickets availalbe at:
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www.vollpension.wien

www.falter.at

www.demel.com

fm4.orf.at

oe1.orf.at

www.gasthaus-bucheckerundsohn.at

www.cafegoldegg.at

Vienna’s Jewish community is woven into the city’s soul. In this episode, we trace its rich, complex journey – from early beginnings and cultural flourishing to the darkest chapters of the 20th century, and the resilience of Jewish life today. Joining us is Eugene, our beloved Neighbourhood Guide from the 2nd district, the heart of Jewish Vienna.

Our "Jewish city tour" will take place Sunday, July 6th at 3.00 p.m. Check out our events on our website recom-relocation.at

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In this episode, we follow Eugene – our legendary "Club Melange Neighbourhood Tour guide" – through Vienna’s vibrant 2nd District: Leopoldstadt. From the rich Jewish history to the charm of the Prater, Eugene shares stories, insights, and personal moments that bring this neighborhood to life.

Join us for a walk through time, memory, and the hidden gems of one of Vienna’s most fascinating districts.

Eugene´s website: https://whoosh.wien/
Eugene mentioned the hotel: https://magdas-hotel.at/de/vienna-city
He recommended a restaurant in Stuwerviertel: https://www.broesl.at/
His hot spot in Praterstrasse 15: https://cafeansari.at/

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Jenny tells Sabine about her experiences in the 3rd district today (as I unfortunately haven't recorded the 2nd district yet. SORRY! However, I promise to do so very soon). Jenny lives in the 3rd district with her husband and two children. It seems that the family are Vienna fans, as this is the second time they have been transferred to Vienna by her husband's employer. The first time they lived in the 21st district. Both times they were assisted by recom relocation. Their relocation consultant was Nicole, who is still in contact with the family and so we were able to invite Jenny for this interview. Jenny's hotspot in the 3rd district is Rochusmarkt and Stadtpark.
 
https://www.ganz-wien.at/wien/maerkte/rochusmarkt.html
https://www.city-walks.info/Wien/Stadtpark.html

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Today, we are starting a new series of episodes: We want to introduce the 23 districts of Vienna to you. We will tell you about some of the highlights of the districts, describe their characteristics and - most importantly - we will talk about what it´s like to live in these individual districts. We will start with the first district "Innere Stadt" and Michael is my guest as he is a true expert when it comes to the first district in Vienna as he lived there for more than 15 years.

Michael´s hotspot: Das kleine Cafe, Franziskanerplatz 3, 1st district, it seems like they don´t have a website

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Not all that glitters is gold.
In our last episide, we talked about "VIENNA, the most liveable city in the world" and praised Vienna very much.  But we, who live in Vienna, also have a few things to criticize. And so, we asked some Viennese and people who live here, what they don´t like so much in Vienna or about Vienna or about Austria. The results are presented in this episode. Have fun with "whining and nagging about Vienna".

Sabine´s hotspot: The central cemetery
https://www.friedhoefewien.at/wiener-zentralfriedhof

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Katrin is the CEO of the Christmas Market Palace Schönbrunn and tells me what is new on the Christmas Market this year. "Imperial Market" is the organizer of the Christmas Market and offers this year many new attractions. We also tell our listeners a few typical Austrian Christmas Traditions.
Katrin´s hotspot in Vienna: The small but very unique theatre “Bronski & Grünberg” in the 9th district, Müllnergasse 2. https://www.bronski-gruenberg.at/

Katrin loves to see every year "The Big Bronski Christmas Show”. 

Vienna: The Most Liveable City in the World" – an episode that reveals the charm, elegance, and unique essence behind Vienna’s top global liveability rankings. But what truly sets Vienna apart? Why does it consistently lead the charts? Whether you're a long-time admirer or new to Vienna’s allure, tune in for a fresh look at what makes this city so exceptional. 

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When you move to a foreign country, the beginning can be a bit frustrating and exhausting. Deborah is an Expat coach and Intercultural Psychologist and is back again as my guest - and she gives us some tips and tricks to settle in smoothly in a new country. 

www.deborahdahab.com

www.expatjourneyprogram.com

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