Learning to windsurf is one thing. But learning to windsurf at nearly 1800 meters above sea facing the strong Maloja winds is something else...
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Definitive Grisons architecture between Valendas and Sumvitg
During one memorable summer weekend, I went upstream along the River Rhine to discover some remarkable Grisons architecture...
16 ways to travel the world without leaving Switzerland
Dear readers, you don't need to travel far to see the world. It's all right here in Switzerland! From the Hawaii to India, here are our top picks.
The town of Flims is a showcase of Grisons architecture
The mountainous east of Switzerland is also a hot spot for architecture. From Zumthor to Olgiati, Grisons has amazing landmark buildings.
There’s a real-life Heidi village for all the fans: Heididorf Maienfeld
Confession: I used to secretly judge those who'd visited Heididorf in Maienfeld. But much to my surprise, it is a place to learn about Swiss history.
A rare look at Peter Zumthor architecture in Grisons
Graubünden is a veritable hot spot for archilovers thanks to the landmark Peter Zumthor architecture. I had access to three of his buildings.
Even more beautiful Swiss towns to see in your lifetime
It's in those smaller towns where Swiss identity is kept alive. Apart from flagship Swiss destinations such as Geneva, Montreux or Zürich, here are...
Three fantastic reasons for the Samnaun ski resort
The fact that this caught your attention tells me that you are yearning for a break. A tacky festival, ski slopes and shopping opps...
We’ve signed up for Europe’s highest cooking class in Ftan!
Alp Laret is the most unlikely place for a cooking class. "Chasa da Fö" is a former pig stable, but only a sausage hanging from the ceiling reminds...