A passionate runner and golfer who loves going on long walks – especially at the different Vienna House destinations. As Chief Operating Officer, Martin Ykema is on the road a lot and can look back on an exciting, international career… How time flies! Mr. Ykema, you have been Chief Operating Officer since 2013. Could you …Continued
A rebel mathematics student during the Peaceful Revolution in Leipzig, now Head of Finance at VI Hotels. She always keeps a cool head and is known throughout the Head Office for her hearty laugh. Today we introduce you to Susann Nötzold and her exciting career, which finally took her to Vienna… Let’s begin with your …Continued
The central location at the intersection with Germany, Switzerland and Liechtenstein makes Vorarlberg, Austria’s westernmost state, an extremely desirable destination for meetings and conferences as well as for business. Dornbirn, the most populous city in the state, holds an important position with modern event centres, plenty of recreational opportunities, lots of green space in and …Continued
A tourism professional through and through with a penchant for good food and the great outdoors: Kathrin Gollubits, Head of HR at VI Hotels, discovered her passion for hospitality at an early age. She has seen lots of kitchens “backstage” and got her hands greasy more than once. In our interview, she tells us more …Continued
Exciting days lie ahead for the guests of VI Hotels. In February 2016, Austria’s largest hotel group will undergo a rebranding. We invite you to look into the future with us as we reveal five bits of insider information right now. The excitement grows. 1. Have you heard? Hello, Vienna House! VI Hotels becomes Vienna …Continued
From an initial dream of becoming a florist to training as a chef in England to head of revenue: Susanne Wagner’s interests are certainly quite broad, though it took her some time to discover and learn to love her affinity for numbers. Find out more about this and about how she spends her free time …Continued
Curtain call! Small cities are the next big trend. Many of these tidy and friendly places live out their traditions in a modern and inviting way… Attractive destinations independent of mass tourism include Amberg, Coburg, Günzburg, Landsberg and Limburg – each with their own individual identity. These cities all have their origins in the Middle …Continued
A genuine Berlin native who loves photography, treats his colleagues to cheesecake and discovered his “digital” love early on: Thilo Hertwig is a digital native with heart and soul and, since January 2015, a part of the large VI family. In our interview, he told us more about his career, what he loves and where …Continued
If some of you out there believe there’s no such thing anymore as the classical hospitality career, think again! Christina Riegler, Head of Project Development, discovered her love for the hospitality industry early on and had a clear goal in mind. Read the whole story here in our Face-to-Face Interview. 1. So tell us, how …Continued
When we think about eating out in Munich, we tend to imagine good plain Bavarian cooking and a hearty beer. But Munich is cosmopolitan and has much more to offer. Regional products, vegetarian and vegan fare, and a veritable burger craze have taken Munich by storm. For your next trip to the Bavarian capital, we’ve …Continued
Recreation, fun and good times – that’s a summer on the Baltic Sea. A holiday by the sea can be very restful, but it doesn’t always have to be the Mediterranean or the Indian Ocean. Often we look too far into the distance when heaven is actually so much closer to home. A holiday on …Continued
From trained chef to Head of Global Sales at VI Hotels. True to the motto that “everything is possible”, Michael Kral has come to know and love many different perspectives in the tourism sector. Find out how and why in this Face-to-Face blog article. 1. Let’s start at the beginning: Where and how did you …Continued
From promotion jobs in Berlin to Head of PR and Brand Communications at VI Hotels. Sound far-fetched? You bet! Find out why – and above all how – Betina Welter came to Vienna in today’s Face to Face Interview… 1. So tell us: Where did your career begin? Did you, like most people, get your …Continued
Bratislava, the capital of Slovakia, is one of the country’s main tourist destinations. Here both locals and visitors will find a wide variety of restaurants, coffee shops and pubs that simply shouldn’t be missed. So you haven’t been to Bratislava yet, but you’d like to get some great tips where to go for the best …Continued
We’ve heard that a lot of fathers are feeling jealous of our unusual Mother’s Day idea! So to rise up to the challenge of finding a good Father’s Day gift, we’ve decided to take a slightly different approach. We think it’s important to make your dad feel like a superhero, so here’s how: Pilsen is …Continued
You may well live a life of adventure, parties and all-out action… but convincing your mum that she should join you in all your crazy fuelled fun is always going to be a challenge! So how about getting her to test her wild side? Here are a few suggestions for weekends that won’t give her …Continued
Unconventional, impassioned, yet cool-headed: Marison Dantas da Silva, Head of Marketing, fits a lot of descriptions – or maybe not. Why she actually never wanted to work in marketing, how she gave up a life on the big stage, and what she really loves. Find out in our Face to Face Interview… 1. As Head …Continued
Only two hours by car lie between Berlin and the Polish Amber Coast. The region’s endless open spaces and carefree atmosphere enthral guests all year round. And when the first warming rays of sun start driving the thermometer up, the time is right to combine an active holiday with rest and relaxation – no wonder …Continued
An optimist and a woman of pleasure: Michaela Gnesda, Head of Quality at VI Hotels, loves and lives the hospitality philosophy. Find out what’s important for her in her job, what excites her, and more, in today’s Face to Face interview … 1. Head of quality – that sounds exciting. But many readers may not …Continued
Every year, Cracow is visited by three million tourists. In summer, one can more often hear a joyful international hubbub here than the Polish language. However, Cracow also hides some magical places which are not on the tourist agenda. One of them is the oldest marketplace in Cracow, where you can really feel the local …Continued