Every year, the parliament building in Bern hosts an animated film that is projected onto its façade in winter just as the Christmas markets open. Grab a Chäsbrägu and a cup of Glühwein to warm up in chilly November and Read more
In the first six months of my life in Switzerland, I was rather confused and disappointed with the behavior of the people here. Why would drivers in Geneva park their cars all over the place? Why can’t passengers just move Read more
Being one of the smallest nations on Earth, Liechtenstein has to find its niche to stand out among its larger neighbours. To the rest of the world, this quirky little country is known for its detailed stamps and tiny capital Read more
Whenever you think of visiting Martigny, always take the train connection that takes you to Martigny-Bourg station right next to the Fondation Pierre Gianadda to see sculptures and outdoor art with the adjoining Automobile Museum with the original Rolls Royce Read more
Although it is best known for being a resort town in the mountains with spa hotels serving wellness packages to older customers, it is also famous for its abbey. The St. Maurice Abbey is still an active religious site that Read more
Just like Konstanz, Friedrichshafen is a little city on the German side of Lake Constance and frequented by Swiss cross-border shoppers to take advantage of low prices and great selections. Conveniently, the largest Edeka in Freidrichshafen is just a stone’s Read more
With smiles on their faces the performers at BB’s Jazz Blues Soups do not disappoint. Known for it’s jazz and blues, there’s one place to go for music in the Midwest it has to be St. Louis. In even earlier Read more
Known for having the same name as Homer Simpson’s town, Springfield is also famous for being the place where Abraham Lincoln spent much of his adult life before he became president. Being proud of this esteemed former resident, Springfield proudly Read more
Bellinzona has a sort of Italian charm not found in Lugano or Locarno, the locals will volunteer to help you out with their confusing bus system that never arrives or departs on time and shopkeepers will gladly offer a discount Read more
Pontiac is a beautiful little town that has dozens of wall murals all over the place. You can take a picture of their deceptively realistic murals to trick your friends, pose in front of them, or even drive your car Read more