The Beatles visited the Austrian resort of Obertauern to film their 1965 film Help! . Despite a distinct lack of prowess on the slopes, the Fab Four got by with a little help from some new-found friends, discovers Russell Higham

A winter break in postcard-pretty Salzburg gives you all the magic of a fairy tale, with the UNESCO-listed Old Town dusted in snow, twinkling markets in medieval squares, and a host of Advent activiti

From city breaks to ski and sauna weekends, head to colder climes for an elegant way to enjoy the season

Nestled in snow-capped mountains, frosty forests or twinkling cities, these spa getaways come into their own when the mercury drops

9am Coffee bothy Breakfast at Ryvoan Café, a deli-café inspired by the traditional Ryvoan bothy near Glenmore. The café has a range of dishes and homemade cakes, all served up with views of the Strath

The region’s difficult recent history is now embraced in a fusion of Austrian and Italian cuisines and culture. Historically the South Tyrolean kitchen is German-Austrian, featuring the likes of dumpl