For most people, relaxing in a thermal bath sounds like the perfect end to a trip — especially with a scenic background like the Alps. Although this might sound too good to be true, it’s …
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Fresh cheese made in alpine dairies. Succulent chocolate that melts in the mouth. Potatoes fried like salty pancakes. Macaroni cooked with potatoes, cheese, and onions, then served with applesauce. All of these delights await anyone …
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For more than 150 years, trekkers have been swapping stories about their incredible adventures on the Haute Route. This challenging route takes them over several mountain passes, all while winding past glaciers and wildflowers. It’s …
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A beautiful country should have a beautiful capital — and Bern lives up to Switzerland’s high standards. Here, you’ll find a lovely Old Town, beautiful fountains, and a sparkling river. For a city break with …
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Imagine zipping over mountain passes, winding down curving roads, stopping in small villages, and ogling wildlife and waterfalls and wildflowers. The Grand Tour is the ultimate road trip and possibly the best way to visit …
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Setting forth on a Swiss adventure anytime soon? Don’t forget your camera! After all, Switzerland is an extremely scenic country, and you’ll want to do it justice. But if you’re a beginner photographer who needs …
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Visiting a Swiss castle is like waltzing into a fairytale. After all, the castles in Switzerland are exceptionally gorgeous, and most of them boast centuries-old histories and jaw-dropping views. If you’re looking for a quick …
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In the heart of Switzerland, Lake Lucerne is a sparkling sight for sore eyes. Towering peaks and picturesque towns line the pristine turquoise water, and the lake is just as beautiful in winter as it …
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Walk through picturesque Lucerne, and you can’t help falling in love. From its wooden bridge to its churches and promenades, Lucerne is eye candy for travelers. And as you look to the city’s horizon, you’ll …
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Lindt. Toblerone. Nestlé. Milka. Take a bite of mouth-watering Swiss chocolate, and you might think that you’ve died and gone to heaven. And while the history of chocolate is quite the tale, it wouldn’t be …
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Can you think of a destination that lies in the shadow of an iconic mountain, attracts tourists from all over the world, and bans all cars from its streets? (Hint: we’re not thinking of Disneyland, …
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If you didn’t know that Switzerland has its own national park, you’re not alone! Many of us think of the entire nation as a wild outdoor playground, but the Swiss National Park enjoys special protection …
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Everything seems magical when you arrive in Switzerland — until you start to feel a touch of altitude sickness. Then the fresh mountain air feels thinner by the second, and your vacation instantly becomes less …
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Windswept, remote, and beautiful, the Jungfraujoch is a railway station unlike any other. Perched on a mountain, it features an observatory, ice palace, and snow park. It’s a real can’t-miss destination of the Bernese Alps. …
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Switzerland is picture perfect, which explains why there are so many vintage postcards of the country’s stunning scenery. After all, the towering mountains and the charming villages do half the photographer’s work! If you’re like …
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