Austria is often perceived as the epitome of stunning alpine nature but it is also a well-known trendsetter in design, arts, architecture and engineering. On one hand, the warm mineral springs of Bad Hofgastein and Bad Ischgl, the wild nature of Carinthia, the ski and mountain resorts of Tyrol (Innsbruck, Seefeld, Kitzbuehl), and the authentic old villages of Vorarlberg attract everyone who loves the grandeur and beauty of nature, swimming, fishing, skiing, trekking, mountaineering, rock climbing, cycling, hunting. On the other hand, the towns of Austria enchant every connoisseur of Gothic, Baroque, Renaissance, Art Nouveau and modern architecture. Vienna, Graz, Linz, Salzburg, Eisenstadt and many other places boast fine architectural examples. They are also main centers of classic music and contemporary design, art and education centers of Austria. Their visitors may choose from a great deal of hotels, which vary from budget family hotels to ultra modern design hotels or properties featuring original antique furnishing. Travelers to Austria with limited budget may stay in a hostel, private room (zimmer) or a guest house (pension).