In resort areas, some stores keep limited weekend hours. The credit cards most widely accepted in Austria are American Express, Diners Club, Master Card or Visa. Oil company credit cards are not accepted. Travellers checks are honoured almost universally. Gratuities are expected.
Every Austrian telephone is connected to the direct dialling system.
Trunk calls also can be put through by direct dialling to all European countries and almost all countries in overseas. Some hotels stock adapter plugs but not power converters. Electric appliances such as tape recorders, hair dryers or electric shavers can be used without risk of damage only if they are designed for 220 Volt AC - 50 Hz. Third party insurance is obligatory. The wearing of seatbelts is compulsory.