Category: Switzerland

What are the first three things that come to my mind when you think of “Valais”? Let us guess: the Matterhorn peak, the Aletsch glacier and, of course, the cuddly and dribbling St. Bernard dogs? You’ve just named some of the top highlights of Switzerland’s sunny canton. But with all that natural beauty and rich […]

Switzerland is one of those dream destinations that everyone hopes to visit one day. But do you know what Switzerland is famous for? Don’t worry if you can’t answer that yet, because here’s a list of 22 things that Switzerland is known for to get you acquainted! Switzerland is famous for its mesmerizing alpine scenery, […]

It was 9AM when we boarded the ferry. The air was chilly but fresh. Rene, my guide, and I ordered cappuccinos from the ferry cafe and chatted about the weather, life in Europe, and everything in between. With the arrival of our drinks, Rene spread maps out on the table and oriented me with the […]

Looking for the best things to do in Zurich, Switzerland? Then keep reading for a complete list of the 10 best things to do and see while exploring one of the most luxurious and affluent cities in the world. Zurich is one of the most popular places to visit in Switzerland. It is the global […]

Schaffhausen may not be top of mind when thinking about places to visit on a trip to Switzerland, but it absolutely should be. This small historic town in northern Switzerland has plenty of charm and a surprising amount of attractions. With Renaissance period architecture, a lovely riverside location, close proximity to Switzerland’s largest waterfall, and […]

Looking for the best time to visit Switzerland to get the most out of this stunning travel destination? Keep reading to find out when to visit based on your travel needs. Switzerland is a magical country with just about everything you could ask for: mountains, lakes, cities. It is the perfect place to visit with […]

Less crowded hike on Lake Lungern – Switzerland Summer comes also with more crowds and the places you love suddenly become full of tourists. Everyone wants to escape the heat and head up to the mountains. Luckily there are still some lovely spots less crowded, where you can enjoy the silence, and Lungerersee is one […]

Day trip to Lake Lugano – Switzerland What I love most about Switzerland is that whenever you feel like you are in desperate need of a relaxed day by the lake or bathing in the sun then you can always plan a trip to Ticino. I mean, who doesn’t love a short escape once in […]

In terms of travel, few transportation methods are as relaxing as a train ride. You don’t have to do any work – you just sit back, relax, and enjoy the ride. Plus, thanks to the hard-working engineers of the past, today’s trains are fully equipped for travel through some of the most scenic landscapes in […]

Basel is Switzerland’s oldest university city, which is why the city is very tradition-conscious and open-minded at the same time, a fact born out by several modern buildings designed by renowned architects such as Herzog & de Meuron, Mario Botta, Diener & Diener and Richard Meyer. Basel has a wealth of sights and attractions: modern […]