Switzerland has almost as many winter drinks as it has snow-covered mountains. Here are seven foolproof recipes for Swiss winter drinks...
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Gourmands and skiers will equally like the Waldhotel Davos
We've skipped work early on this wintry Friday because we're headed for Davos, the magical Winter Wonderland in the Swiss Alps...
The time I went cross-country skiing with an Olympian
I recently had the opportunity to visit the Sports High School in Engelberg. There, Olympians-in-the-making told me about their motivation - and they took me...
The time I got up at 3 AM to ride along in a snowcat
As skiers, we are used to seeing them parked neatly somewhere beside the slopes. I am talking about snowcats or trail groomers. I got to ride along...
A listing of ice skating rinks in and around Zürich
The last time Lake Zürich was frozen over was in February of 1963. But it doesn't take such a monumental event in order to ice skate in Zürich...
We “hacked” glitzy Gstaad by staying at the youth hostel
Gstaad has a reputation for catering only the rich and famous. But we figured out a hack to enjoy this resort on a shoestring budget...
Showshoeing in Melchsee-Frutt, a Winter Wonderland
Sitting at 1920 m above sea and surrounded by 3000 m high peaks, Melchsee-Frutt is one of Switzerland's great plateaus...
Our tips for the perfect winter hike with kids
Do you consider yourself a Grinch when it comes to Swiss winters? Our winter hike recommendations are for families who are not used to the mountains.
Add these winter activities to your Swiss bucket list
Switzerland hasn't always had a reputation for a winter sports playground. But today, there are a number of winter activities you shouldn't miss.