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Riding on the Gotthard Panorama Express. Image courtesy Switzerland Tourism. Photo by Alain Kalbermatten.

Construction in Chamonix, France

The Concept of Personal Responsibility

BY Emily Jones | Sep 28, 2019

My First Realization The day before my Haute Route trek, I was in Chamonix, France and took advantage of the chance to meet with a friend. On our way to tour the town, I could …

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The Waterfall Effect: Negative Ions Give Positive Results

BY Elain Witt | Sep 22, 2019

If you need another reason to visit Switzerland, how about this: Get a burst of free energy every time you’re near a plunging waterfall or a gushing stream. Fast-moving water is found throughout Switzerland as …

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