Author: Ashley Faulkes

Oeschinensee is one of Switzerland’s most beautiful lakes. With its unbelievably turquoise water, towering rock faces, waterfalls, and dramatic Alpine surroundings, it’s easy to see why it’s become one of the country’s most photographed destinations. But many visitors don’t realize something until they arrive. The gondola doesn’t actually take you to the lake! And that’s […]

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The Val-de-Travers, a picturesque valley in the Swiss canton of Neuchâtel, holds a surprising secret. For 95 years, this region produced absinthe illegally, defying a national ban. The local population openly celebrated in 2005 when the “Green Fairy” was finally legal again. The Birth of the Green Fairy Absinthe, often called “the Green Fairy,” has […]

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Switzerland’s SBB Mobile app is getting some useful upgrades, including the ability to choose your exact train seat and an upcoming feature that will show live travel updates directly on your phone’s lock screen. For tourists traveling around Switzerland, these changes could make train journeys easier, especially when booking scenic routes or navigating unfamiliar stations. […]

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If you have visited Zurich Airport, it may come as no surprise that it has once again been named “Europe’s Leading Airport” by the World Travel Awards. Zurich Airport must be doing something right, as this marks the 23rd consecutive year the airport has received the honor. 23 consecutive wins: “Europe’s Leading Airport” at the […]

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You know the Rhine Falls. That glorious, thundering cascade, Europe’s most powerful waterfall, a Swiss postcard come to life. Normally, you can feel its raw energy vibrating through the ground, the spray misting your face even from the viewing platforms. Well, lately, it’s looking a little… quieter. Right now, the Rhine Falls is flirting with […]

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Alright, let’s grab that espresso. Because frankly, if you’re planning a trip to anywhere in Europe right now, you’re going to need a strong one. We need to talk about Europe’s new border system, EES. It’s creating a bit of a headache, to put it mildly. Airports and airlines across Europe are now openly calling […]

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Ever had one of those super tasty, but expensive croissants? Or spent 5-10 bucks on a few lovely pastries? Sarah Calenda from Würenlos AG just paid 463 francs for her croissant experience. The 29-year-old stopped at a local bakery for about three minutes, popping in for just two croissants. A quick stop, she thought. Instead, […]

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