More than a hundred years ago, people discovered one of Switzerland’s most beautifully situated towns. Located in the canton of Graubünden, Flims is not your typical mountain village...
Archive - May 2012
Absinthe’s Rebirth in Switzerland (Part 2)
At Switzerland’s pre-eminent absinthe distiller, I wanted to see everything. La Clandestine is considered one of the best in the world.
Absinthe’s Rebirth in Switzerland (Part 2)
When my friend Tom and I visited Switzerland’s pre-eminent absinthe distiller, we wanted to see everything. Even though his absinthe - La Clandestine - is consistently considered one of the best absinthes in the world...
4 Virtual Ways of Touring Switzerland
Nothing beats breathing the fresh air, tasting the crystal clear mountain water, or feeling the thrill of crossing dozens of viaducts and bridges by train! But in order to help you bridge the gap until your next visit...
Learn about absinthe’s origins in Switzerland (Part 1)
Each year, millions of thirsty tourists flock to Europe in search of the origins of their favorite elixirs. For an authentic absinthe experience, Switzerland...
Absinthe’s Origins in Switzerland (Part 1)
Each year, millions of thirsty tourists flock to Europe in search of the origins of their favorite elixirs. France and Italy are tops for wine, Germany and Belgium for beer, Britain for its ales, Scotland for its...
Macy Gray Concert in Zürich
As part of her latest „Covered“ tour, Macy Gray has made a single stop in Switzerland this summer. She performed live at Kaufleuten in Zürich on July 2, 2012.
Our hiking tips for Cimetta above Locarno in Ticino
In just under 3 hours from Zürich HB by train, passing by the UNESCO world heritage site of Bellinzona, we reached Cardada Cimetta in Ticino...
A Black Panther on the Loose in Switzerland
It has been a good week for the Swiss boulevard press. Because how often does it happen that a black panther is on the loose, terrorizing a country as small as Switzerland? Or is it?