Arosa in Summer: Lakes, Light and Mountain Air
A summer weekend in the Graubünden resort of Arosa — the Squirrel Trail, two alpine lakes, a rescued-bear sanctuary, a goods-shed dinner, and a lake that lights up at night.
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A Quiet Weekend on the Jura Plateau
A calm weekend in the Franches-Montagnes: the Étang de la Gruère peat-bog pond, a Crescendo Jura piano concert at Saint-Ursanne, and the Doubs valley at Soubey. Two hours from Zürich or Geneva, and a world away.
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Hiking the Majestic Grammont
Embark on the Grammont hike! Experience challenging ascents and tranquil plateaus. Mid-hike, find a lake Tanney for a swimming pause.
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Gorges de l'Areuse Hike: From Noiraigue to Boudry
The Gorges de l’Areuse is a trail that feels timeless. A river cuts through steep cliffs, …
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Jose Rizal In Geneva
Eplore the lesser-known chapter of José Rizal's life during his serene sojourn in Geneva in 1887. This blog post delves into Rizal's intellectual pursuits, his peaceful days at Pension Bel-Air.
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A Sea Plane Ride In Como
Lake Como, nestled in the Italian Alps, is renowned not only for its stunning landscapes and …
Beyond Provence A Lavender Laden Road Trip From Geneva To Nyons
Embarking on a road trip from Geneva to the Drôme Provençale unveils a journey through the …
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A Trip To Svalbard
Arriving in Svalbard It's 11:06 PM, and the anticipation is palpable as we touch down in …
Visit The Coppet Castle
Between Nyon and Geneva, off the National Road, lies the "Visit the Coppet Castle" which billboard …
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A Las Flores De Heidelberg
During his six-month stay in Heidelberg, Jose Rizal was deeply inspired by the town's natural beauty and historical aura. There, he penned a poignant poem to the flowers of Heidelberg, reflecting on love, hope, and his…
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Day Trips From Geneva Switzerland
Geneva, known for its stunning lakeside views and cosmopolitan atmosphere, is also the perfect base for …
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Hiking From Derborence To Gryon
Few places in Switzerland get immortalized in Monumental literary works; such is the case of Derborence, with a novel of the same name from Charles Ferdinand Ramuz. This Hike includes the R105 section of Via Alpina , as…
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José Rizal at the Rhine Falls: Standing Where the National Hero Stood in 1887
In June 1887, fresh from publishing the Noli, José Rizal stopped at the Rhine Falls near Schaffhausen. A visit to the same thundering water — and the castle and bridge he would have seen — more than a century later.
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Lac Vert Lac De Pormenaz Hike
A hike, in the Chamonix, France region, passing by Lac Vert towards Lac de Pormenaz starting from Plaine Joux.
Camping at Lac Chéserys: the hunt for the Milky Way
Camping to see the Milky way at Lac Chéserys/ Lac Blanc in the Chamonix, Haute Savoie and lake Geneva region. A 500 meter circular hike.
Creux Du Van Hiking In Switzerland
A circular hike starting from Noiraigue towards Creux-du-Van and Le Soliat with and steep ascent but a moderate slope on the return.
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Hiking In Switzerland Bisse Dayent And Barrage De Zeuzier
Hiking in Switzerland: Bisse d'Ayent and Barrage de Zeuzier
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Cycling Switzerland Geneva To Celigny Loop
Céligny is another village on the confines of Geneva. Also, it is an exclave with the …
Circular Hike Saleve Ascent With The Grand Gorge Trail And Descent On Pas De Lechelle Trail
From almost all vantage points of the City of Geneva, the cliff of Mount Salève is …
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The Aletsch Glacier Path From Bettmerhorn To Bettmeralp
The Aletsch Glacier Hiking path from Bettmerhorn to Bettmeralp via Märjelensee is one of the most …
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Cycling Route Geneva Countryside Around The Left Bank
As we're in the age of COVID-19, I've decided to document cycling paths I've taken around …
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Arriving At Svalbard
I usually bring a flashlight on camping trips, but then again, where I am going the …
Travel Ideas Cyprus
Few countries share the distinction of being a crossroad to three continents. For Cyprus, that distinction has …
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Rome Night And Day
Rome is a city that breathes History. You can walk aimlessly and travel through time at …
Top Filipino Restaurants in London
The Filipino in me jumped in spirit when I learned that I would work in London …
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