Grazing cows in Switzerland Switzerland is notoriously at the top of every “Most Expensive Country in the World” list, which makes it exceedingly difficult to travel Switzerland on a budget. But that doesn’t have to be the case. Even the most budget-conscious traveler should have Switzerland on his or her bucket list. Switzerland is full of dramatic landscapes that can … [Read more...] about 10 Essential Tips to Travel Switzerland on a Budget
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Lunch Atop the Swiss Alps on Schilthorn
During a one week swing through Switzerland two years ago, I took a bus from Interlaken to a train, to a tram which rose to an elevation of 10,000 feet amongst the jagged mountain peaks of the Swiss Alps. My destination? A rotating restaurant on Schilthorn peak, which was built for the James Bond movie "Her Majesty's Secret Service." It was there that I enjoyed my one and … [Read more...] about Lunch Atop the Swiss Alps on Schilthorn
Friday Flashback: Winter in Switzerland
My week in Switzerland wasn't cheap, however I managed to save some money by couchsurfing with a friend in Bern, and another person in Geneva. In Interlaken, I stayed at one of Europe's most popular hostels, Balmer's, but with snow on the ground, and a chill in the air, the guests were few and the atmosphere was non-existent. Train rides through snow-covered valleys, and … [Read more...] about Friday Flashback: Winter in Switzerland
Winter Street Scenes in Bern, Switzerland
The Swiss capital of Bern was my first stop in the country, and I had the chance to stay with a friend I made in Nepal for two of my three nights. I found the relatively small city full of curiosities, like the numerous water fountains, some of which are hundreds of years old. … [Read more...] about Winter Street Scenes in Bern, Switzerland
Final Thoughts – Brussels, Netherlands, France, Switzerland, Spain
My return to Europe 10 years after my first backpacking trip there was a blast. No Visas, no currency exchanges, no need to show evidence of onward travel. The hospitality of my friends and couchsurfing hosts was amazing. I have definitely learned how to treat my future guests in the right way. Cathedrals, royal palaces, world class museums, and fine dining. Trains, planes, and … [Read more...] about Final Thoughts – Brussels, Netherlands, France, Switzerland, Spain
