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“ALL WE HAVE IS NOW”.

Regine Sixt Senior Executive Vice President Marketing, Sixt SE

Mobility is helping to shape the world of tomorrow: Whether environmentally friendly drives, new concepts for urban transport or flexible rental models - the way people travel shapes our lives today and in the future. As one of the world’s leading international mobility providers, SIXT is a very important player in this spectrum, constantly providing important impetus. We are part of a movement that not only talks about the future, but actively helps to shape it! We design the way we travel and get around. We drive ahead and set new standards when it comes to individual mobility.

At the same time, quality, reliability and service always remain the most important cornerstones of the daily work in all our teams.

It is particularly important to us that our customers have a premium experience with every single booking: As a partner that stands uncompromisingly for trust and security, you can rely on us at all times. We are always there for you, wherever you are - in more than 100 countries worldwide. And we set the highest standards for ourselves in order to constantly develop further.

What goals have you set yourself for 2024 and where do you want to go? Where can SIXT take you? We would be delighted to accompany you on your journey. When you drive ahead with us and always enjoy the moment. Because that’s exactly what counts: All we have is now.

In this spirit, cordially yours

Regine Sixt

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MODERN TRADITIONAL VIENNA A city with its own style: this phenomenon can be experienced in Vienna. The old and the new reflect the soul of the city.

05 EDITORIAL 07 CONTENT 08 SIXT News 14 Favourites cars 20 About handbags 22 Vienna calling 30 Future Mobility

36 Hotel Sacher Vienna 40 Spanish Riding School in Vienna 42 International travelling 46 Insider tips from Regine Sixt 50 Regine Sixt Children’s Aid Foundation

IMPRINT PUBLISHER: Sixt Marketing Regine Sixt, Zugspitzstr. 1, 82049 Pullach - PROJECT MANAGEMENT: Veronika Emlinger, Heike Lange EDITOR IN LARGE: Joachim Fischer EDITOR: Fischermann.Media GmbH www.fischermann.media - GRAPHICS: Benjamin Tafel PRINT: Offizin Scheufele Druck und Medien GmbH + Co.KG The publisher assumes no responsibility for changes or errors - Contributions identified by name reflect the opinion of the authors Subject to changes and errors - www.sixt.com

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SIXT NEWS

2023 was a year full of many exciting news and achievements.

Let’s take a short look back.

FULL FOCUS ON GROWTH SIXT continued its growth trajectory in 2023. In the third quarter, SIXT generated a revenue of over EUR 1 billion for the first time ever in a single quarter. The branch network in Europe and North America grew consistently

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with 12 new branch openings in the US alone. The basis for SIXT’s strong success continues to be the premium experience that SIXT provides its customers - consisting of a premium fleet and premium service.

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BRAND CAMPAIGN HIGHLIGHTS GREAT EMOTIONS With the integrated brand campaign ‘Great Emotions’, SIXT demonstrated the range of emotions a rental car can stir up – both personally and professionally. At the heart of this campaign were four distinct TV commercials, which were released in September 2023 in Germany, France, and Belgium. Each TV spot tells its own compelling story, ranging from a surprising family convertible road trip (‘Road Trip’) and the magnetic allure of a rental car (‘Birds’), to Tom meeting his in-laws for the first time (‘Sparks’). The ‘Hot Dog’ spot humorously suggests that a rental car might even inspire one to speed up their lunch break. The message of these four commercials: ‘Great Emotions’ arise with a SIXT rental car. With this integrated campaign, SIXT aims to appeal more to Generation Z, Millennials, as well as women – and inspire them to rent with SIXT. After the ‘Mieten Sie Elektromobilität’ (‘Rent Electromobility’) campaign in May 2023, ‘Great Emotions’ marked the next step in positioning SIXT with a fresh look and feel.

2023 WAS A YEAR FULL OF MANY EXCITING NEWS AND ACHIEVEMENTS. LET’S TAKE A SHORT LOOK BACK.

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ANNUAL REVIEW 2023

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With the Annual Review 2023, the Regine Sixt Children’s Aid Foundation TRÄNCHEN TROCKNEN explores the question of how the social participation of children can be promoted. In doing so, it is supported on a voluntary basis by Sixt employees in 110 countries. The report shows how the projects in the areas of education, health, welfare and emergency

aid are developing. The support is making progress. This is shown by the positive results of the 2023 annual report. www.drying-little-tears.org

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Under the motto “Together”, ITB Berlin 2024 expects trade visitors from all over the world. The ITB is the largest tourism trade fair in the world, more than 10,000 exhibitors from over 180 countries are represented in Berlin and SIXT Car Rental will also be an exhibitor in Berlin in 2024. Welcome to ITB 2024

SIXT HAS WON THE GERMAN BUSINESS TRAVELLER AWARDS 2023 IN THE CATEGORIES “GERMANY”, “EUROPE” AND “WORLDWIDE”.

At the German “BUSINESS TRAVELLER AWARDS 2023”, SIXT was awarded as the best car rental company in Germany, Europe and worldwide. In the reader survey conducted by the German business travel magazine BUSINESS TRAVELLER, SIXT took first place in these three categories – repeating its success from the previous year. The BUSINESS TRAVELLER AWARDS are one of the most renowned surveys among frequent travelers and are based on the online vote of BUSINESS TRAVELLER readers – and thus on the opinion of over 2,300 business travelers who took part in the survey. When asked about the best car rental company in the three categories “Germany”, “Europe” and “worldwide”, the majority of respondents voted for SIXT in each case. But SIXT was not only honored by the German magazine. At the “Business Traveler North America Awards”, which were presented by the renowned US magazine Business Traveler, SIXT also took first place in the “Best Car Rental Company” category as the best car rental company in North America - for the second time in a row.

Thanks to loyal donors and sponsorships, the Regine Sixt Children’s Aid Foundation TRÄNCHEN TROCKNEN has already been able to realize many projects. We would like to thank everyone involved, especially the manufacturers of the Microlino Germany, who donated a vehicle for the auction.

CITYCAR AS A DONATION The Microlino is seen as a new interpretation of the BMW Isetta by the generation committed to electromobility. The revival of the iconic Isetta is to be used primarily in the context of urban mobility. the technology is designed for this. The Microlino is maneuverable, small and weather-protected and offers sufficient space for everyday errands. European production of the Microlino has been running since 2022 and there are currently more pre-orders for the smart city runabout than the manufacturer can deliver. A thank you to the donor Microlino Germany www.microlino-car.com

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SIXT HAS ENTERED INTO PARTNERSHIPS WITH THE LOS ANGELES LAKERS AND THE CHICAGO BULLS. In October 2023, SIXT proudly announced its exciting sports sponsorship with two of professional basketball’s most storied franchises - the Los Angeles Lakers and the Chicago Bulls. These strategic partnerships will significantly enhance SIXT’s brand presence in the USA. SIXT’s partnerships with the Lakers and the Bulls will help the mobility provider transition from being a high-quality challenger brand to a recognized and established premium contender in the competitive U.S. rental car market.

S IXT creates experiences that inspire customers by exceeding their expectations. Mobility is becoming more convenient, more sustainable and more exciting. EXPECT BETTER is the driving force behind this.

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FANCY A LUXURIOUS FRAGRANCE IN THE CAR

TOP SONGS SIXT-Edition SONGS YOU SHOULD HAVE ON YOUR PLAYLIST IN THE CAR1

1 Acqua di Parma and Poltrona Frau present a specially designed product that has been created with a great deal of love. The diffuser is embedded in a leather cover that reflects the highest quality. It represents a perfect combination of aesthetics and fragrance. The leather covers combine tactile and visual impressions with the fresh fragrances from the Acqua di Parma Home collection. This makes every journey unforgettable.

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ROAD TO NOWHERE Talking Heads

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AUTOBAHN Kraftwerk

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DRIVE MY CAR The Beatles

9 LIFE IS A HIGHWAY Rascal Flatts

SIXT IS DIFFERENT FROM THE COMPETITION! This is what the luxury SUV Lamborghini Urus from SIXT looks like after an AI processing for social media. Fake, of course - but the combination of performance and comfort can be rented for real. And that with a special Lamborghini Urus SUV from the SIXT fleet, you’ll always be warm and stylish on the road.

5 SHUT UP AND DRIVE Rhianna

TOKYO DRIFT Teriyaki Boyz

10 ROUTE 66 The Rolling Stones

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BUSINESS AS USUAL SIXT offers the right vehicle class for every occasion and every need. You can choose between the groups “Economy/ Compact”, “Intermediate/Standard”, “FullSize/Premium” and “Luxury/Special”.

Whether an economical city runabout, comfortable station wagon, convertible, SUV or scooter - SIXT has the right model for everyone. For the city, we recommend our maneuverable and economical compact cars - that’s good for the environment and your wallet. Or would you prefer something a little more luxurious but still compact? Do you need more space? Then you will find your preferred company car in the “Intermediate / Standard” vehicle class. With the extra space, they are not only practical and comfortable - they combine practicality with driving pleasure and an elegant appearance.

Models in the “Full-Size/Premium” class offer the comfort of an estate paired with the elegance of a saloon. For all those who value high-quality equipment, sporty design and plenty of storage space. Even more luxury for your business trip? SIXT offers the “Luxury/Special” vehicle class.

SIXT OFFERS VARIED AND FLEXIBLE MOBILITY AND HAS THE RIGHT OFFER FOR EVERY NEED.

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THE BIG CAR When it comes to visible and tangible quality of workmanship, the Audi A6 is still a safe bet. How precisely the switches click, how cleanly the pleasant materials are finished: These are just as impressive as the spaciousness and ride comfort. This makes long journeys a pleasure, especially as the level of noise comfort is also very good.

BAVARIAN STYLE BMW cars have always looked good somehow, especially the current 5 Series as a notchback sedan in the upper mid-size class.

The eighth generation of the 5 Series is the Bavarian manufacturer’s top model and has been on the road for years. It will receive a smart facelift for the 2024 model year. The eighth generation of the world’s most successful company car will also be available as a fully electric BMW i5 for the first time.

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TASTEFULLY The current BMW 7 Series clearly meets the taste of customers around the world. In America, for example, sales of the luxury sedan more than tripled in the last full sales year, rising by 260 per cent compared to the previous year. Almost half of all new 7 Series registrations were accounted for by the first BMW i7, which for the first time combines the strengths of the 7 Series with the local emission-free drive of an electric car.

HERE COMES THE SUN The MINI Cooper Convertible is the perfect car for anyone who wants to enjoy an open-top SIXT rental vehicle to the full. With its unique design and compact size, the car is a real eye-catcher on the road - whether with the top down or up. Experience the unique feeling of freedom and connection with your surroundings in a MINI Cooper Convertible from SIXT.

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PURE ELECTRIC LUXURY The EQS is the first all-electric luxury saloon from Mercedes-EQ. Mercedes-EQ is redefining this vehicle segment. The EQS is also the first model based on the modular architecture for electric vehicles in the luxury and premium class. By combining technology, design, functionality and connectivity, the EQS inspires drivers and passengers.

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DISTINCTIVE Seat successfully launched its new Cupra sub-brand with a sporty version of the Ateca. As well as performance, it’s the look that counts. The Ateca exudes self-confidence and a powerful yet dynamic presence. The result is something unique: your own definition of mobility - urban, sustainable and full of life.

TUTTI-COMPLETTI-DEAL Since its launch in 1957, the Fiat 500 has fascinated people all over the world and is also a source of inspiration for sustainable and ecofriendly mobility. It can easily fit into the tightest of parking spaces and has a well-designed interior. So there is every chance that the little Fiat will become as popular in other countries as its ancestor once was in Italy.

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UNDER POWER

The BMW iX is not only a perfect luxury car - its qualities as an electric vehicle are also first class. The BMW iX offers a unique combination of style, agility and dynamic handling. With its driver-optimised cockpit and family-friendly interior, the all-electric vehicle offers a typical BMW driving experience and a high level of everyday practicality. With two powerful electric motors and BMW xDrive electric all-wheel drive, the BMW iX demonstrates its superior electric performance.

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Spoiled for choice We can get quite emotional about bags.

Which handbag is the most desirable is, of course, a subjective feeling. We present individual models - together with the premium vehicles from SIXT.

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Whatever the occasion - the DUSTYPINK from the cult label BALLY from Switzerland can store all our belongings and it goes with a sporty, elegant outfit.

The MARC O’POLO BORNHOLM EIGHT HOBO BAG is made of cotton and soft leather and is characterized by its high-quality workmanship and simple design. The soft material makes the bag comfortable to carry.

The VW GOLF is timeless and reflects the lifestyle orientation of VW. Its strengths lie in its ease of use and compact dimensions, which is why it is available at SIXT in a number of variations.

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Hire a MINI from SIXT. The popular “Go-kart for the road” is the further development of the classic English small car and also convinces as a five-door version with direct steering and precisely tuned chassis. Driving pleasure guaranteed!

3 Inspired by the traditional saddle bag, the SADDLE CHAIN CROSSBODY from LIEBESKIND combines handcrafted aesthetics with luxurious elements. The dainty size, sturdy carrying straps and shiny details give the bag a glamorous look that is suitable for going out.

For a new driving experience, we recommend the AUDI A5 convertible. Its sporty design with stretched bonnet gives it an athletic coupé character.

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MÜLLER’s STRAUSSENLEDERBAGS are pure luxury and

make hearts beat faster. The unusual design and goldplated clasp will enhance any look. Whether you wear it to the office in business style, to the shops in a sporty outfit or for a special occasion, this elegant yet practical accessory will quickly become your new, perfect favourite companion for every occasion.

As the cradle of factory outlets, OUTLETCITY METZINGEN is one of the most important international shopping destinations with over 3 million visitors every year. In the home town of the Hugo Boss brand and the charming ambience of the historically grown factory outlet, over 60 top international brands offer year-round discounts of 30 - 70 % - mostly in flagship outlet stores and often in award-winning architecture.

The current AUDI A6 AVANT also offers a surprising amount of space for shopping bags. This means that no shops in the Outletcity Metzingen need be left out.

Even more exclusive is the LAMBORGHINI URRUS SUV for rent from SIXT. The fast SUV celebrates sportiness while remaining true to the typical Lamborghini design. Rent luxurious cars at SIXT!

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6 If you’re moving house or travelling around the world, SIXT has a range of vehicles for you to rent, such as the MERCEDES VITO. This KELLEY BACKPACK

by TUMI is made from recycled bottle fabric and post-industrial recycled nylon. Durable yet sophisticated, this casual backpack is the perfect choice for globetrotting and everyday adventure.

Which lady doesn’t know the fashion label Escada? Here is the bag that has the potential to join the ranks of the world’s It bags: the small ESCADA BAG in pink.

The BMW M4 COUPÉ is no less stylish. Since its market launch, the sporty model has been at the top of the league of favourite vehicles at SIXT.

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UNIQUE LIFEST YLE AND INSIDER TIPS

V IEN NA Orderly and wild, urban and tranquil, classic and imaginative Vienna is a city full of contrasts.

A unique city with charm that never ceases to amaze.

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VIENNA IS SIMPLY GREAT Vienna is always a popular travel destination, but also for those interested in design and architecture. It offers some historical architectural masterpieces for fans of Art Nouveau and Bauhaus as well as for those who are enthusiastic about contemporary, modern architecture. But fans of post-war architecture will not be bored during their stay in the city either. Speaking of boredom.

There is no chance of boredom, shopping, eating and drinking are too tempting.

Probably the reason why Vienna once again tops the British Economist’s ranking of the ten most liveable cities in the world. The Austrian capital scored highly with its rich cultural offering, good infrastructure and high level of safety. This was the fourth time that Vienna took the top spot in the ranking in 2022. With the help of our recommendations, you can put together your own route plan through the metropolis on the Danube.

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Down-to-earth and surprising, passionate and yet to the point - star chef Juan Amador presents Vienna’s culinary avant-garde. Restaurant Amador is Juan Amador’s Viennese restaurant. The highly decorated chef has been a fixture in top international gastronomy for decades. In Grinzing, he offers luxury international cuisine. www.restaurant-amador.com

EATING TR ADITIONALLY

GASTHAUS WOLF At Gasthaus Wolf, guests can expect a varied selection of delicious dishes in an authentic Viennese inn atmosphere.

The cuisine makes use of many different spices and herbs, with a focus on offal.

In addition to the exceptional dishes, a good selection of wines is also available. www.gasthauswolf.at

ZUM FRIEDENSRICHTER Cozy restaurant with one of the best schnitzels in town and Viennese cuisine, many vegetarian dishes; small standard menu and a constantly changing menu. Seasonally selected ingredients from regional producers such as vegetables from a Viennese market garden, straw-fed pigs, meadow-walker chickens; animals are bought whole and all parts are processed.

BEIM CZAAK Where can you still enjoy Viennese hospitality and original Austrian cuisine today? An inn straight out of a picture book: earthy, honest, cozy and full of flavor. And has been for almost 100 years. The cuisine is also typical: from schnitzel to fried chicken and roast onions. www.czaak.com

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ORIGINAL WIENER SCHNITZEL The history of the Wiener Schnitzel is a journey through the culinary development of Austria and beyond. It not only embodies the taste of Austria, but also the art of traditional preparation that has lasted for generations.

Embark on a journey into the world of Wiener Schnitzel and let yourself be seduced by this timeless classic.

Enjoy your meal!!

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THE ALTERNATIVE

CAFÉ ADLERHOF There is a lot to discover in the new Adlerhof. The interior is a journey through time and was created in collaboration with traditional Viennese businesses. The front part is a coffee house with Thonet furniture, comfortable green benches and original wallpaper from the 1960s. The sales counter, where you can also buy wonderful bread and pastries, is modeled on the 1950s.

Had enough of desserts? Or the coffee house? Here’s our alternative: six pensioners meet once a week at the Vienna-Atzgersdorf retirement home to brew beer together. Brewing beer is part of the care provided at the home, resulting in truly unique brews such as “Oma” and “Opa”.

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K. & K. HOFZUCKERBÄCKER DEMEL

CAFÉ HAWELKA Café Hawelka in Vienna’s 1st district is one of the last great Central European literary and artists’ coffee houses to uphold tradition. It is still run by the Hawelka family, just as Leopold Hawelka and his wife Josefine once did when they opened the café 80 years ago. Everything remains the same at ‘Hawelka’ only the generations change.

Kaffee-Konditorei Demel offers a selection of pastries and confectionery that even delighted Empress Elisabeth. These include the purple violet ice cream.

Demel still guarantees the highest quality in pastries and coffee today. One look at the artistically designed shop windows says more than a thousand words. Even after 200 years, Demel is still staffed exclusively by women, who are known as Demelinerinnen.

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A JOURNEY HALFWAY ROUND THE WORLD

In the middle of Vienna, between two busy streets, lies the Naschmarkt. The fascination of the culinary heart of the city comes not only from the variety of goods on offer, but also from the diversity of people and smells. Tradition and modernity, local produce and delicacies from faraway lands combine here to create an incomparable mix. A microcosm of delights rises up like an island in the middle of the city. The Naschmarkt.

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OVER NIGHT

HILTON VIENNA PARK Austria’s largest hotel, located in the heart of the historic city. It’s all about the location. The hotel takes its name from the city park right next door, a beautiful and historic green oasis in the heart of this lively city. In addition, the airport can be reached in just 16 minutes on the City Airport Train. The city center and the most important sights are also just a short walk away. www.hilton.com

ANDAZ VIENNA AM BELVEDERE This luxury hotel is located in the Belvedere district, which is known for its extensive green spaces and cultural sights. Belvedere Palace, Belvedere 21 and the Historical Museum are just a short walk away. The guest rooms are urban in design and offer breathtaking views over the city and the surrounding area.

There are 44 suites with unique interior design, furnishings, artwork and amenities. The rooftop bar “Aurora” not only impresses with creative cocktails, but also with a unique view over Vienna. www.hyatt.com

LE MÉRIDIEN HOTEL An individual design hotel in the comfort zone. Living instead of sleeping, art puzzle and gallery. Large rooms will make you happy, spacious bathrooms will revitalize you. Here you sleep well, eat fantastically and the afternoon coffee smells of sinful patisserie. An address in Vienna for people with passion and a sense of aesthetics. www.marriott.com

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VIENNA MARRIOTT HOTEL Experience Vienna in a luxurious way in modern rooms and suites. Make yourself comfortable in one of our 328 spacious hotel rooms, which are equipped with a mobile key, a fully stocked minibar, exclusive beds and a magnificent view over Vienna. Here you will become part of the Viennese way of life. www.marriott.com

SO/ VIENNA Avant-garde design hotel based on a design by star architect Jean Nouvel on a glass base and a glass top floor. Highlights include the illuminated ceilings in the restaurant by Swiss video artist Pipilotti Rist with flora and fauna motifs and the “green wall” at the back of the hotel by garden architect Patrick Blanc with 20,000 different plant varieties on 600 square meters. www. so-hotels.com

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LOOS AMERICAN BAR The American Bar or Kärntner Bar, today also known as the Loos Bar or Loos American Bar, is a small bar at Kärntner Durchgang No. 10, a side street off Kärntner Straße in the 1st district of Innere Stadt. It was designed by the architect Adolf Loos in the Art Deco style and is now a listed building. Aldolf Loos’ favorite drink - a mix of soda and champagne. www.loosbar.at

KRYPT BAR Rarely is a bar in Vienna so generously designed. A historic vaulted cellar has been converted into a stylish bar. The eye-catcher is a seven-metre-long counter made of marble and walnut wood, while small niches and hidden seating lounges offer numerous opportunities to retreat. Vegetables are often served in the cocktail glass at Krypt.bar. The carrot daiquiri is a sensation, as is the chocolate mint drink. www.krypt.bar

BEST BARS to discover

PLUS43 A real insider tip: the only way into the Plus43 bar is via a code that guests type into a black dial without numbers at the door. This code is constantly changed and is only sent on request. If the code is correct, the door opens and the adventure can begin. www.plus43vie.com

IF DOGS RUN FREE BAR An actress, a restaurateur, a graphic designer and the architects Gregorio Lubroth and Chieh-shu Tzou decided to run their own bar to ensure that social life is not neglected between working and sleeping. The If Dogs Run Free bar on Gumpendorfer Strasse in Vienna now serves as an evening meeting place - and serves good cocktails. www.ifdogsrunfree.com

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PLACES WE LOVE THE BEST CONCEPT STORES IN VIENNA Fittingly, we end our GO SIXT Vienna tip walk through Vienna with a selection of fine concept stores.

THE TREASURY The design destination for cosmopolitans, where the powerful worlds of aesthetics and individuality flow into one another, is located in an avant-garde space in Vienna’s Palais Harrach. The carefully curated avantgarde fashion range focuses on Japanese, Nordic and Italian design, complemented by extravagant bags, jewelry and very special unisex fragrances. www.the-treasury.at

PARK Park was opened in 2004 and is considered Austria’s first concept store. The focus is on an intensive examination of each individual item of clothing. Park experiments with different ways of wearing an item of clothing and at the same time suggests various possible combinations. Park quickly attracted attention in Vienna and internationally.

Fashion and design bear witness to Park’s clear line. www.park-onlinestore.com/

NEHERA META In recent years, there has been much discussion about the prefix “meta”. From meta-modernism to meta-literature and meta-art. So why the title NEHERA Meta? Because NEHERA as a brand is an ode to essence, timelessness and functionality beyond short-lived trends. NEHERA is like a swing between the reflections of the past, the surrealism of the present and the visions of the future. www.nehera.com

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ENJOYING ART AND PLEASURE With around 60 cultural institutions, the MuseumsQuartier Wien is one of the largest art and cultural areas in the world, and with its inner courtyards, cafés and stores it is also an oasis of peace and relaxation. The combination of art and living space and the mix of historic buildings from the 18th and 19th centuries with contemporary museum architecture create a unique atmosphere and make the MQ a popular place. www.mqw.at

The MAK - Museum of Applied Arts stands for the connection between past and future, which can be felt and experienced when visiting the extensive collection, the showrooms, the special exhibitions and the discursive program. www.mak.at

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Welcome to Viennese Luxury

HOTEL

SACHER VIENNA

The fascination of a grand hotel lies in the fact that it is not only a luxurious building, but also a symbol of a bygone era of travel. Secrets, eroticism, life, deception, strangeness - all are associated with a historic grand hotel. Hotels tell a multitude of stories and hold countless secrets; for decades, guests from all over the world have been tempted to peek through the keyhole. What is particularly fascinating: The long years of enduring different times, different political systems, different societies - usually in a place that could hardly be more steeped in history. And so history and stories, fascination and tradition are unmistakable features that allow you to experience the magical atmosphere of a grand hotel - in our case, the legendary Hotel Sacher in Vienna.

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ike the Vienna State Opera House, the Hotel Sacher in Vienna has been an architectural and tourist gem of the city since 1876. Both buildings are located in close proximity in the first district. And while the Vienna State Opera is famous for upholding the rigorous standards of classical opera, the five-star hotel is known for its excellent service as well as its original Sacher Torte. The cake of the same name has become the emblem of the hotel and is now considered one of Vienna’s cultural and culinary flagships. In fact, it is “widely accepted throughout the world as the currency of human relations”.

The luxury hotel that Eduard Sacher opened at Philharmonikerstrasse 4 is now considered one of the most prestigious hotels in the world and for many is an integral part of Vienna. Everyone knows the legendary Hotel Sacher in Vienna, even if they have never been there. In the historic rooms of the former city palace you can still feel the elegance and spirit of the time. Empress Elisabeth, Crown Prince Rudolf, Arthur Schnitzler and Gustav

famous luxury hotel. The hotel is part of the Sacher Group, two private foundations owned by the Gürtler and Winkler families, who hold around 98 per cent of the shares. In addition, Alexandra Winkler and her brother Georg Gürtler directly hold just under two per cent. Their mother, Elisabeth Gürtler, 70, has turned the hotel, which was opened by Eduard Sacher in 1876, into a meeting place for the rich, powerful and beautiful. Today, the legendary former Sacher boss runs the Astoria holiday hotel in Seefeld, Tyrol. As with the Sixt family, the importance of family to the Sacher Hotels goes far beyond the name. In many ways, the employees are an extended family in which the core values of Sacher hospitality are lived every day. Out of love and dedication to excellence at all levels, many employees spend their entire working lives at the Sacher. This unique blend of elegance and family is something our guests can feel every time they visit. In addition, the rooms are simply stunning - all individually decorated with elegant furniture, selected antiques and fine fabrics to create a luxurious, homely ambience. Selected works

Opened in 1876 by Eduard Sacher,

the hotel has always been a meeting place for Vienna‘s rich, powerful and beautiful.

Klimt came and went here, as did Gustav Mahler, the Ephrussis, the Rothschilds and the Wittgensteins. The Sacher is a glamorous place, a hub for countless stories that began here or - like the fin de siècle era itself - ended here. The founder of Vienna’s Hotel Sacher died of pneumonia in 1892, aged just 49. His wife, who was 16 years younger than him, took over the management of the famous hotel next to the Vienna State Opera. Anna Sacher, the first woman to run a grand hotel, fought for three years to get the licence and took the hotel’s destiny into her own hands - with success. Within a year she doubled the turnover, introduced a ladies’ salon and did not behave in the way expected by the male-dominated society of the time. Anna Sacher, who smoked cigars in public, was not averse to alcohol and was always accompanied by her small bulldogs, did not remarry and died in 1930.

of art give the hotel a charming and unique character. When you check into the Hotel Sacher, you are experiencing Vienna at its most beautiful. And if a slice of Sacher cake is not enough chocolate for you, you can indulge in a Hot Chocolate Treatment at the hotel’s spa.

Hotel Sacher Vienna Philharmonic Road 4, Vienna, Austria www.sacher.com

The portal of the Hotel Sacher, opposite the Vienna State Opera, glows in the clear winter sun. The plants beneath the two Baroque figures at the entrance await spring, while on the first floor the two owners, Alexandra and Matthias Winkler, work together to ensure the well-being of the Austrian capital’s most

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The magic of the white stallions

MOVING MOMENTS The Spanish Riding School in Vienna is the oldest equestrian institution in the world.

For more than 430 years, the high school of classical horsemanship has been handed down from generation to generation.

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he Spanish Riding School of Vienna is undoubtedly the most beautiful riding hall in the world. It is located in the Vienna Hofburg. Built in 1729, with lots of white Baroque stucco and huge chandeliers on the ceiling, it looks more like a ballroom than a riding hall. But this is where the noble steeds go to dance. The Spanish Riding School is on UNESCO’s list of intangible cultural heritage. But what is the fascination and myth of the trained white stallion that has become as much a part of Austrian identity as Sacher cake or the Viennese waltz?

The welfare of the horse is paramount, its talent and character are respected down to the smallest detail, and various gaits, changes of pace and jumps are practised during demonstrations.

Through training, the natural movements of the Lipizzaner are translated into the precisely designed figures of the High School. The horses are trained by their riders almost every day. Fun fact: when a Lipizzaner stallion completes his training, he is given the title of Professor and is addressed as such by his trainers. During the gala performances, passages, piaffe, canter pirouettes and even school jumps are performed to classical music. The crowning finale - after the pas de deux, in which two horses dance in mirror image - is the school quadrille. The eight Lipizzan horses under their riders perform the ballet of the white stallions with dancing ease and maximum concentration. The movements, full of pride, power, precision 34

and expression, eyes alert, ears pricked, concentration total, it is a pleasure to watch horse and rider communicating with each other.

The high school of horsemanship is something you simply have to experience. It shows that you don‘t have to be a horse lover to watch the morning‘s work.

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The ballet of the white stallions performs passages, piaffes, canter pirouettes and even school jumps to classical music.

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Regine Sixt

WANT TO MAKE DISCOVERIES? Regine Sixt is a strong personality and entrepreneur. She is Senior Executive Vice President Marketing of the international mobility service provider Sixt SE, Honorary Consul General of Barbados in Germany and Chairwoman of the Regine Sixt Children’s Aid Foundation. She is at home in Munich, but travels all over the world on business.

In this edition of GO SIXT, she reveals her favourite places.

Italy is my favourite country! The country is perfect for travelling. I enjoy the sun, the air, the atmosphere and the people.

My absolute favourite hotels are the Villa D’Este on Lake Como and the Villa San Michele in Florence.

My favourite restaurant: Cipriani Venice - Locanda Cipriani is located on an island in the northern lagoon of Venice. In this paradise far away from the crowds, selfie sticks and carnival masks, regional delicacies of Venetian cuisine are served.

Other favourite places in this land rich in culture and sights are the fantastic museums and churches, above all the cathedral in Montepulciano. Of course, the Vatican is also impressive - and the personal meeting with the Pope on the occasion of our world conference in Rome. There, 250 SIXT managers were received by the Pope. It was an impressive experience of a special kind.

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SIXT branch managers work and live on site.

This means they are always up to date.

You can get more tips personally on site.

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S Y LT S O A P FA C T O R Y A trip in a MINI convertible to the Sylter Seifenfabrik is always worthwhile. The soap is still made by hand. The individual production guarantees unique, aesthetically pleasing items. No uniform, mass-produced

goods. These soaps not only contain raw materials from Sylt, but are also made on the island. So you are buying an authentic Sylt care product.

Tip from Rüdiger Schmidt, Branch Manager, SIXT Sylt Airport, Airportstr. 1, 25980 Sylt/Tinnum

M A R R A K ESCH: R I A D A NAY E L A In the heart of the medina, Riad Anayela is located in a 300-year-old building with traditional furnishings and an open courtyard with a small pool for cooling off. There is also a roof terrace and lounges. With a rental car, you can leave the centre of Marrakech and drive almost 60km into

the Atlas Mountains to see spectacular waterfalls or climb Jebel Toubkal, the highest mountain in Morocco.

Tip from Khadija Akhrouf, Branch Manager, SIXT Marrakech, 9, Rue el Mansour Eddahibi, 40 000 Marrakech

NIZZA: P OU R VO S BE AU X Y EU X In this retro boutique, you will find classic Amor, Ray-Ban and Persol designs made famous by Audrey Hepburn, Malcolm X and Steve McQueen. With your new sunglasses, you’ll be ready for a trip to Monaco, Cannes, Saint Tropez or Antibes. With our rental cars, these excursions are easy and unforgettable.

Tip from Aurelie Coarer, Branch Manager, SIXT Nice Rail 12 avenue Thiers station, 06000 Nice

PA L M A : VA N I N I 18 7 1 The liquid chocolate that cascades down the wall like a waterfall seems straight out of a fairy tale or a child’s dream. You won’t miss it at Vanini: Swiss chocolate since 1871, the latest addition to Palma’s old quarter. The shop even has two other chocolate fountains, one for white chocolate and one for dark chocolate. Not only for decoration, but also for a very tasty reason ...

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Regine Sixt Children’s Aid Foundation DRYING LITTLE TEARS

To date, more than 350 projects in over 65 countries have been supported

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Countries in which we have already implemented projects and initiatives or are supporting ongoing projects.

Countries with a SIXT branch.

Many of our employees volunteer in their free time.

Health projects

Education projects

Welfare projects

Emergency aid projects

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REGINE SIXT, Foundress and Chief of the foundation

Your donation helps Regine Sixt has always supported children in need around the world. In 2000, she founded the Regine Sixt Children’s Aid e.V., which became the Regine Sixt Children’s Aid Foundation Regine Sixt Children’s Aid Foundation DRYING LITTLE TEARS in 2011.

Today, the foundation is the official Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) program of SIXT SE and an integral part of the SIXT corporate culture. It supports and implements projects worldwide in the areas of health, welfare, education and emergency aid in order to significantly improve the living conditions of children in need.

Please help us!

LET’S DO GOOD TOGETHER!

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Your donation will help the Regine Sixt Children’s Aid Foundation DRYING LITTLE TEARS to carry out projects for children in need around the world. To donate by bank transfer or credit card, please visit our website www.drying-little-tears.org

Donate here via PayPal

Donation Account Recipient: Regine Sixt Children’s Aid Foundation Bank details: Deutsche Bank Munich Account number: 746500800 Bank code: 70070010 IBAN: DE19 7007 0010 0746 5008 00 Bank ID Code: DEUTDEMMXXX

Thank you for your help and support.

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Find out more at www.drying-little-tears.org about the opportunities to get involved personally.

GET INVOLVED: NOW! Entrepreneurs are initiators. Or at least they can be or should be. In the sense of people who make a difference. Regine Sixt goes one step further and proves that philanthropic commitment can be an integral part of entrepreneurship. She herself is personally committed to a project that is very close to her heart: The Regine Sixt Children’s Aid Foundation DRYING LITTLE TEARS. The entrepreneur wants to use her name and influence to give children in need the gift of laughter.

To this end, she founded the Regine Sixt Children’s Aid e.V., which became the Regine Sixt DRYING LITTLE TEARS Children’s Charity in 2011. Today, the foundation is the official CSR programme of SIXT SE and supports projects worldwide that benefit sick

and socially disadvantaged children, such as orphans or refugee children. With their commitment, entrepreneurs like Regine Sixt build bridges of trust - because their work addresses the very problems that need to be solved. They do this in an unpretentious way, overcoming resistance and doing it quickly and effectively, so that people feel they are being supported: Here they are helping, here they are changing things for the better.

Especially in an increasingly globalised world, where people are moving closer together, it is time for each individual to take responsibility and get involved. “You can help to put a smile back on the face of a child in need,” says Regine Sixt. For more information visit: www.drying-little-tears.org

THIS IS WHAT SUPPORT LOOKS LIKE Alexander Weiss, LEONHARD WEISS GmbH & Co. KG: “We are delighted to be able to support the Blue House Stuttgart with our joint donation with the Regine Sixt Children’s Aid Foundation.

As a company, it is important to us to make a positive contribution to society and to help people in difficult situations.

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drying little tears „In Kinakoni, people are working together to find new, sustainable solutions to hunger that can be adopted by other villages in the area. We are delighted that the Regine Sixt Chrildren’s Aid Foundation so actively supported us in the construction of the new school. So that future generations can also build a future. Anna-Beeke Gretemeier, Chairwoman of the stern Foundation.

Joint commitment in Kenya KINAKONI - A VILLAGE AGAINST HUNGER The village of Kinakoni is located 250 kilometres from the capital, Nairobi, in the southeast of Kenya. The entire region struggles with water scarcity, hunger and poverty. The lack of rainfall has worsened the situation for the villagers, and many children in Kinakoni, a village of 5,000 inhabitants, are suffering from malnutrition.

Whereas droughts used to occur once a decade and last a few months, they are now so frequent and prolonged that nature has little time to recover between dry spells. In addition to these serious consequences

of climate change, the low level of education of the population, especially in rural areas of Kenya, continues to play a decisive role in hunger and poverty. The Regine Sixt Children’s Aid Foundation, together with the stern Foundation and Welthungerhilfe, has set itself the goal of helping to alleviate this situation - starting in the village of Kinakoni.

Education is at the centre of all efforts, as it is a crucial building block for the future of the children in Kinakoni. For this reason, the Regine Sixt Children’s Aid Foundation is

supporting this comprehensive project with the renovation and equipment of the local primary school for 250 pupils. After all, the future of our world lies in today’s classrooms. You can find out more about Kinakoni at www.drying-little-tears.org/en/ kinakoni

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SULAMOT: MUSIC FOR SOCIAL CHANGE In 18 Sulamot orchestras and a special program for blind children, over 1,000 children in disadvantaged regions of Israel learn to play an instrument. The aim of the Sulamot project is to make music together and to teach the children values through music that will help them grow. The children learn to work together in an ensemble, develop social skills and discover their individual talents. With the help of the Foundation, Muslim and Jewish children make music together in orchestras and learn values such as discipline, perseverance and cooperation with other children. The aim is to instil hope in their hearts through music and positive experiences. The Regine Sixt Children’s Aid Foundation has supported the Sulamot program in two schools in the country by purchasing several instruments.

Giving children access to the world of culture through music WONDERFUL EXPERIENCES The parent-child house of the Association for the Promotion of Children with Cancer Rostock e.V. is delighted to have a new water playground. The water garden is a place of fun, play and relaxation for children with cancer, their siblings and their families. The new facility is not only for the children with cancer, but also has a therapeutic effect. It develops their motor skills through play and gives them space to express their feelings.

The Regine Sixt Children’s Aid Foundation wishes all the children a lot of fun with the water playground and hopes that it will help them to get through this difficult time.

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TOGETHER WE ARE STRONG Making the world a good place for children depends on all of us.

The DRYING LITTLE TEARS team of the Regine Sixt Children’s Aid Foundation in Pullach, Germany, the SIXT employees in over 100 countries around the world and the numerous foundation’s partners are all committed to helping the smallest of this world. In order to reach hearts and make children’s eyes light up, it is not only material support that counts, but above all a warm-hearted empathy that helps those affected, which also involves parents, caretakers and nursing staff. Together we can make a difference. In addition to realizing projects in the areas of education,

welfare, health and emergency aid, all over the world, the Regine Sixt Children’s Aid Foundation DRYING LITTLE TEARS is also taking care about the children in it’s close suroundings. As the official CSR program, DRYING LITTLE TEARS is an integral part of SIXT’s corporate culture. And the SIXT employees are actively involved in the company’s charitable commitment.

Once a year, on a DRYING LITTLE TEARS DAY, every actively working Sixt employee has the opportunity to spend a whole day working on a project for children. This can range from building a playground to

providing active support in emergency situations. The global SIXT team lives true compassion and supports the foundation’s activities with great enthusiasm - this cannot be appreciated enough: A big THANK YOU to all helpers and supporters!

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