Spotted in Männlichen: five unexpected backpackers

“Where are we heading today?” “To Männlichen. We’ll hop on the gondola cable car from Grindelwald; takes about half an hour to reach the top.” Half an hour?! You see, I love hiking and exploring the outdoors; I love to breathe fresh air and recharge, while surrounded by green backdrops. At the same time, however, […]

A Brief Resort Guide: Davos, Switzerland

Nestled in the heart of the Swiss Alps, the alpine paradise of Davos is world-famous, owing to its incredible scenery and diverse appeal. From cycling holidays to walking breaks, summer in the mountains can’t get much better and with so much on offer, Davos is an absolute must for any outdoor enthusiast. Divided into two […]

What time is it? Fanciful at the Patek Philippe Museum

I only had two hours to explore through centuries of unrivaled watchmaking and veritable antique jewels, with no photography device allowed. My anxiety level was at all time high; so much too see, in so little time. I was in Geneva, the capital of legendary watch craftsmanship and I was finally at the renowned Patek […]

Grindelwald: a guide to the pastoral wonderland of the Swiss Alps

I’ve been to Switzerland twice before and each time I reveled at how perfectly on time and exceptionally proper the Swiss are. I strolled around Lake Geneva and the Old City and I marveled at the colorful architecture of Montreux and the mysterious grounds of Chateau de Chillon. I had never hiked however the Swiss […]

Romancing Lake Geneva

An European gem like no other, Switzerland is known for more than its exceptional Swiss watchmaking and superior lifestyle. It is home to Lake Geneva – or Lac Léman as the Swiss call it – and its picturesque landscapes overlooking the Swiss and French Alps. Having seen it both during summer and winter time, there is an […]

At the foot of the Alps: Colorful Montreux, Switzerland

I have never felt all alone, roaming through a city, until yesterday; I went for a day-trip to Montreux, in the canton of Vaud. Montreux is a picturesque city of some 23,000 nestled on the shores of the Lake Geneva.  Situated between the Swiss and the French Alps, it is part of what is called the […]

Strolling through The Geneva Old Town

Going past the initial shock of how perfect Switzerland can be, my mother and I decided to embark on an expedition of finding “flaws.” The Geneva Old Town, also known as La Vieille Ville –  is a picturesque neighborhood of the Francophile city filled with charming cobblestone streets, old buildings and an abundance of sidewalk cafes and restaurants.  […]

Perfectly on time and exceptionally proper: welcome to Switzerland

Ever since my brother moved to Geneva, I was eager to see with my own eyes just how perfect and lavish Switzerland really is. Two things are evident the moment you land in Switzerland: everyone is perfectly on time and incredibly proper. How could they not be? Known for its high class and unbeatable watch […]

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