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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Want to know how seriously the Swiss take their peace and quiet? A small town just southeast of Basel has put its local playground on a schedule. Yes, a playground. For kids. Because of the noise. Here’s what’s on the sign at the gate: Sounds a bit much? I think so. And plenty of Swiss […]
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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 […]
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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Skip the crowds at the famous lookouts. Here are 15 lesser-known Swiss views in Lucerne, Grindelwald, Lauterbrunnen, Zermatt and Montreux that most visitors never find. […]
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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, […]
It had to happen, right? They are faking our emails and our bank websites, and amazing, but we (in Switzerland) all thought SBB was safe as houses until now! What Are The Criminals Doing on SBB Criminals have built fake SBB ticket sites that look almost identical to the real thing. 👉👉 The only difference […]
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A practical, section-by-section guide to reading the MeteoSwiss app before a high-mountain day in Switzerland, from the 8-day overview to uncertainty bands, the Animations radar, and altitude-specific readings. […]
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Are the Staubbach Falls getting a paywall? Flooded by an astonishing 25,000 tourists a day, often chasing the perfect viral video, the postcard Swiss village of Lauterbrunnen is taking drastic action. Soon, the days of freely wandering up to the majestic, world-famous Staubbach Waterfall will be over. To save their suffocating town, local authorities are […]
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When you think of Switzerland, you probably picture towering Alps, pristine lakes, and landlocked borders. But despite having no coastline, Switzerland has long relied on this vital “sea link” for its imports: the mighty Rhine River. Unfortunately, that vital economic artery is currently facing a massive hurdle. Record low water levels have effectively cut off […]
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