The Alps. Magic in the mountains. Spectacular views define this area of Western Austria. History, culture, war time drama and early morning walking rambles permeate my recollections of many trips to Innsbruck.

The penicillin business brings me here. And I always combine business with walking. Typically, our small plane firsts lands in the quaintly beautiful Salzburg, often with snow falling. With that romantic introduction to Austria no wonder I am excited when I reach the small hotel on the outskirts of Innsbruck.