Lisa Rowlands

Born in England, Lisa’s fascination with Switzerland can be traced back to a conversation she had with her grandfather as a child; ever since then she has made it her mission to visit the country as often as possible. As well as writing about her second home for Newly Swissed, Lisa is the co-founder and principal blog writer of the quizzing website, www.brainycow.com.

Stan Wawrinka Swiss Tennis Player

Cool Facts

Why Swiss Tennis Player Stan Wawrinka is a GOAT

Discover why Stan Wawrinka, the Swiss tennis player, deserves recognition among the greatest of all time (GOAT) in tennis.

Restaurant Fluhalp in Zermatt

Food & Wine

A foodie’s guide to mountain restaurants in Zermatt

Some refer to Zermatt as the lunch capital of the Alps. Others consider it as a resort reserved for foodies. They are both right!

Roger Federer 2012

Cool Facts

Roger Federer and Swiss Values: Tennis Legend’s National Impact

Roger Federer is Switzerland's living legend. How the tennis icon embodies Swiss values of quality, hard work, and success.

Zermatt Matterhorn Hike

Tourism

Hiking in Zermatt Guide 2025: Best Trails and Matterhorn Views

400km of alpine trails, but where to start? Use this guide to conquer the best routes with Matterhorn views.