Category: Switzerland

Fine dining for SWISS First and Business Class passengers

Fine dining for SWISS First and Business Class passengers

By on Sep 07, 2023 in Air Travel, Europe, Food and Drink, Regions, Speciality Travel, Switzerland, Travel Miscellany, Western Europe
Starting this week, SWISS will be offering culinary delights from Canton Geneva to its First and Business Class guests on its long-haul services from Switzerland. The new meals, which form the latest chapter in the company’s ‘SWISS Taste of Switzerland’ inflight foodservice programme.
Have you experienced the 5 best luxury hotels in Zurich yet?

Have you experienced the 5 best luxury hotels in Zurich yet?

By on Aug 30, 2023 in Accommodation, Europe, Hotels, Regions, Switzerland, Western Europe
Are you planning a trip to Zurich and looking for the best hotels to stay in? Look no further! We have compiled a list of the top 5 hotels in Zurich that you cannot afford to miss.
Culinary specialities for SWISS long-haul First and Business Class travellers

Culinary specialities for SWISS long-haul First and Business Class travellers

By on Jul 14, 2023 in Air Travel, Europe, Food and Drink, Regions, Speciality Travel, Switzerland, Travel Miscellany, Western Europe
Swiss International Air Lines (SWISS) is currently offering culinary creations from the ‘Aux Trois Amis’ gourmet restaurant in Canton Bern to First and Business Class guests on outbound flights from Switzerland.
SWISS Senses: The new air travel experience from SWISS

SWISS Senses: The new air travel experience from SWISS

By on Mar 08, 2023 in Air Travel, Europe, Regions, Speciality Travel, Switzerland, Western Europe
SWISS is to offer its customers a totally new and more personalized ‘SWISS Senses’ air travel experience from 2025 onwards. The centrepiece of the new customer product is a redesigned cabin for the airline’s long-haul aircraft fleet.
The best travel destinations for outdoor enthusiasts

The best travel destinations for outdoor enthusiasts

By on Nov 03, 2022 in Adventure Travel, Africa, Argentina, Asia, Central America, Costa Rica, Ecuador, Europe, Iceland, Indonesia, New Zealand, North America, Oceania, Regions, South Africa, South America, Speciality Travel, Switzerland, USA, Western Europe
If you love being outdoors among nature, you probably also prefer vacations that allow you to explore and take in all the natural beauty that the destination has to offer.
5 car-free Swiss ski resorts

5 car-free Swiss ski resorts

By on Apr 17, 2022 in Europe, Leisure Travel, Regions, Speciality Travel, Switzerland, Western Europe
Here are five Swiss villages that might just make you consider a car-free ski trip.
Top 5 highest ski lifts in Europe

Top 5 highest ski lifts in Europe

By on Feb 24, 2022 in Europe, France, Italy, Leisure Travel, Regions, Speciality Travel, Switzerland, Western Europe
Zermatt is the highest resort in Europe and its highest lift station tops out at just under 4,000 metres. At this height some people can suffer from altitude sickness. Altitude sickness typically occurs only above 2,500 metres, So clearly 4,000 metres is well above the comfort zone. You can get altitude sickness if you travel to
COVID rules for Europe's main ski destinations

COVID rules for Europe's main ski destinations

By on Feb 07, 2022 in Austria, Europe, France, Italy, Leisure Travel, Regions, Speciality Travel, Switzerland, Western Europe
Are you going skiing in the Alps in the February half term? Covid testing specialist Cignpost ExpressTest is urging families to check travel and in-resort restrictions to ensure their half term ski holidays don’t go off-piste. The company says that different rules for each of Europe’s main ski destinations might trip-up unprepared families, and extra
The very best from the world of skiing

The very best from the world of skiing

By on Jan 24, 2022 in Europe, Leisure Travel, Regions, Speciality Travel, Switzerland, Western Europe, Worldwide
The winners of the World Ski Awards – now in their ninth year – were announced recently and, whilst there are also many national awards, here is a round-up of the worldwide winners. As you will see, it was a great year for Switzerland! It was a double celebration for the Swiss resort of Verbier,
Top 5 Alpine chalets with private cinemas

Top 5 Alpine chalets with private cinemas

By on Jan 15, 2022 in Accommodation, Austria, Europe, France, Leisure Travel, Regions, Speciality Travel, Switzerland, Vacation Rentals, Western Europe
The facilities in the most luxurious chalets are pretty impressive. Wine Caves, Heated Indoor Pools, State Of The Art Gymnasiums, Heli Pads, Mini Nightclubs with sprung dance floors, the list goes on. One provision that any self respecting luxury chalet must have is a home cinema. Cosying up after dinner with the family to watch
The 5 hotels where celebrities feel right at home

The 5 hotels where celebrities feel right at home

By on Oct 26, 2021 in Accommodation, Africa, British Virgin Islands, Caribbean, Celebrities, Europe, Hotels, Italy, Oceania, Pacific Islands, Regions, Resorts, South Africa, Switzerland, Travel Miscellany, Western Europe
We might not always realise it, but we can pretty much travel anywhere on this globe and enjoy uninterrupted holidays. Celebrities however don’t always have that luxury. They are spotted and chased by paparazzi, fans, press and who knows what else. As a result they prefer travelling to places that aren’t always easy to reach
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The 5 best ski resorts in Switzerland

By on Aug 25, 2021 in Europe, Leisure Travel, Regions, Speciality Travel, Switzerland, Western Europe
Switzerland is an Alpine nation prized for its incredible scenery, majestic powdery slopes, and best ski resorts where you can encounter glorious snow and wintery charm. The Swiss Alps form up more than half of the nation’s region, with hundreds of ski resorts dotting the remote areas. We’ve picked only the Swiss ski resorts that
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The most beautiful villages in Ticino, Switzerland

By on Jul 22, 2021 in Attractions, Europe, Going Out, Regions, Switzerland, Western Europe
From the summits of its mountains to the shores of its lakes, the Canton of Ticino is dotted with a vast number of towns and villages, each with its fascinating past and unique personality. However, there are six that glow with even more splendor and that make tourists who visit them immediately fall in love,
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Why should you visit Switzerland?

By on Jun 30, 2021 in Europe, Regions, Switzerland, Western Europe
Switzerland may appear comparatively small to other European countries and frequently overlooked when deciding where to travel to, but it doesn’t fall low on its offerings. Whether it’s the magnificent mountain landscape, the heart-thrilling activities, or the food that will leave you awe-struck, you’ve got to encounter it at least once. Here are some reasons
These luxury hotels will open in 2021

These luxury hotels will open in 2021

By on Jun 19, 2021 in Accommodation, California, Europe, France, Hotels, Middle East, New York, North America, Regions, Resorts, Switzerland, United Arab Emirates, USA, Western Europe
2021 is a year packed with transformation in the hospitality and tourism industry where landmarks become 5-star luxury hotels, and these luxury hotels are promoting destinations. The new luxury hotels to open this year target millennials and advocate advanced technological features. These 5-star hotels have a mission to maintain a holistic and futuristic take on
The best kept secrets of Zürich, Switzerland

The best kept secrets of Zürich, Switzerland

By on May 20, 2021 in Attractions, Europe, Events, Going Out, Regions, Switzerland, Travel Miscellany, Western Europe
Zürich, the biggest city in Switzerland, offers a plethora of jaw-dropping attractions and things to experience. If you’re looking to go beyond the well-known Zürich attractions, then follow the recommendations below and add these fantastic secret wonders to your Zürich bucket list. Open air baths With its incredible lakes and the beautiful river Limmat, Zürich