Learning to windsurf is one thing. But learning to windsurf at nearly 1800 meters above sea facing the strong Maloja winds is something else...
Tag - sports
So we’ve tried alpine golfing in Graubünden (we’re hooked!)
A rich culture, distinct foods and even a national park: Switzerland's largest canton has it all. Read about alpine golfing in Graubünden...
Splash! Here are 8 lakes near Zurich for wild swimming
We often get the question: are there any lakes near Zurich? And if so, which lakes are nearby? Here are eight lakes near Zurich for wild swimming...
Have you wondered what White Turf in St. Moritz is about?
It's not that we needed a reason to visit St. Moritz, but an invitation to the annual White Turf horse races surely fit the bill...
Roger that! Here’s how Roger Federer embodies Switzerland’s values
From quality to hard work and wealth, Roger Federer embodies the very essence of the country he represents: Switzerland.
The Swiss Alps 100 endurance race is pure alpine magic
I'm just back from a week in Goms, the valley that runs from Brig to the base of the Furka Pass in the Valais. I helped organize the Swiss Alps 100...
Hammam Zürich: An escape to the oriental hammam at Fitnesspark
All but twelve minutes is how long it takes from the wintry streets of Zürich’s Old Town from the steamy Turkish Hamam at Münstergasse...
We tried paragliding with FlyTicino (and we’ll do it again!)
Six months ago, I would have never dreamed of lifting off a mountainside like bird. But today, I will be doing just that! You see, I have this habit of...
Psst! Here are 9 Swiss rivers and lakes for wild swimming…
From crystal rivers to opal lakes, Switzerland offers some of the best wild swimming in Europe. Here are 9 Swiss rivers and lakes we love for wild swimming...