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Switzerland Travel

Explore Switzerland like a local with inside tips and know-how

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

Seasonal Guide to Switzerland

BY Andrea Zapata | Aug 18, 2023

Let’s dive into the best activities Switzerland has to offer throughout the year.

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Photographers, artists, and writers can find creative inspiration in theLauterbrunnen Valley.

Seeking creative inspiration in the Alps

BY Whitney Brown | May 11, 2018

If your well of creative inspiration has dried up, it’s time for a trip to Switzerland. Between its scenery, villages, and fresh air, this little country has inspired photographers, artists, and writers for centuries. You’ll …

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Photography tips for exploring Switzerland

BY Whitney Brown | Mar 23, 2018

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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Above the Rhine Falls, you'll find one of the prettiest castles in Switzerland.

Seven of the prettiest castles in Switzerland

BY Whitney Brown | Mar 22, 2018

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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Vintage postcard, Sion

Eight vintage postcards that show off old Switzerland

BY Whitney Brown | Feb 20, 2018

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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