Spotted in Männlichen: five unexpected backpackers

Tadcaster Walking Club members

“Where are we heading today?” “To Männlichen. We’ll hop on the gondola cable car from Grindelwald; takes about half an hour to reach the top.” Half an hour?! You see, I love hiking and exploring the outdoors; I love to breathe fresh air and recharge, while surrounded by green backdrops. At the same time, however, I have an irritating fear of heights, always have and so, hanging from a tiny gondola as it sharply ascends until 2,225m … [Read more...]

A Brief Resort Guide: Davos, Switzerland

Lake Davos in Switzerland

Nestled in the heart of the Swiss Alps, the alpine paradise of Davos is world-famous, owing to its incredible scenery and diverse appeal. From cycling holidays to walking breaks, summer in the mountains can’t get much better and with so much on offer, Davos is an absolute must for any outdoor enthusiast. Divided into two separate parts, Platz and Dorf, the main street of Davos provides a lively centre for a mountain break. Vibrant pubs and … [Read more...]

What time is it? Fanciful at the Patek Philippe Museum

Pocketwatches Patek Philippe

I only had two hours to explore through centuries of unrivaled watchmaking and veritable antique jewels, with no photography device allowed. My anxiety level was at all time high; so much too see, in so little time. I was in Geneva, the capital of legendary watch craftsmanship and I was finally at the renowned Patek Philippe Museum. It had just been my birthday and I was looking for inspiration for my future watch; after this visit, I realized … [Read more...]

Grindelwald: a guide to the pastoral wonderland of the Swiss Alps

Swiss cows Grindelwald

I’ve been to Switzerland twice before and each time I reveled at how perfectly on time and exceptionally proper the Swiss are. I strolled around Lake Geneva and the Old City and I marveled at the colorful architecture of Montreux and the mysterious grounds of Chateau de Chillon. I had never hiked however the Swiss Alps and its surreal mountainscape, until this summer. Part of a much-needed two-week vacation with my family, I spent a few nature … [Read more...]

Romancing Lake Geneva

Swan Lake Geneva

An European gem like no other, Switzerland is known for more than its exceptional Swiss watchmaking and superior lifestyle. It is home to Lake Geneva - or Lac Léman as the Swiss call it - and its picturesque landscapes overlooking the Swiss and French Alps. Having seen it both during summer and winter time, there is an undeniable charm that a month like January portrays. The crisp mountain air along with the pure white mountain peaks ready to be … [Read more...]