Things to do in Lyon

Lyon is the third largest city of France and the French capital of gastronomy! With its beautiful old town, its many restaurants, museums and shops, there are plenty of things to do in Lyon. Here are all our tips for a perfect weekend trip to Lyon. Top five things to do in Lyon on a… Continue reading Things to do in Lyon

Things to do in Zurich with kids

Zurich is the largest city in Switzerland, though not the capital of the country. It has a very laid-back atmosphere and is beautifully located along the Limmat river and on the shores of Lake Zurich. We loved the pastel coloured houses, the different decorated bow-windows, and the terraces and coffee places in this Swiss City. Zurich… Continue reading Things to do in Zurich with kids

The Röstigraben Letters – December 2021

Welcome to the The Röstigraben Letters, monthly letters between Kristin from z’Nüni and Laura from Let’s Explore. Married Swiss, Kristin, an Australian living in german-speaking Zug, and Laura a Dutch, living in french-speaking Geneva, unfold through their letters the cultural differences between both sides of the Röstigraben, learning more about Switzerland along the way. Read their letters (Kristin’s &  Laura’s) and… Continue reading The Röstigraben Letters – December 2021

Lac Bleu Hike, a beautiful blue lake in the Valais

Switzerland has more than one very blue lake and obviously Lac Bleu is one of them. We had already been to Blausee near Kandersteg in the German speaking part of Switzerland, but Lac Bleu, in the French speaking part had also been on our Swiss bucket list for a while! Lac Bleu is located near… Continue reading Lac Bleu Hike, a beautiful blue lake in the Valais

Ferpècle hike – out of this world landscape in the Valais

Ferpècle landscape

Ferpècle, Val d’Herens, Valais A stunningly beautiful glacier landscape in the Valais region in Switzerland. Ferpècle is located in the Val d’Herens near Evolène and Arolla. It is said to be a bit of a hidden gem in the Valais, and we do agree, as we don’t hear much about this lunar landscape that often.… Continue reading Ferpècle hike – out of this world landscape in the Valais

The Röstigraben Letters – September 2021

Welcome to the The Röstigraben Letters, monthly letters between Kristin from z’Nüni and Laura from Let’s Explore. Married Swiss, Kristin, an Australian living in german-speaking Zug, and Laura a Dutch, living in french-speaking Geneva, unfold through their letters the cultural differences between both sides of the Röstigraben, learning more about Switzerland along the way. Read their letters (Kristin’s &  Laura’s)… Continue reading The Röstigraben Letters – September 2021

Rapperswil, City of Roses in the Canton of Sankt-Gallen

Did you know Switzerland has a City of Roses? We knew Morges was known for tulips, that Grimentz is known for its many geranium flowers, and that wild Narcissus grow above Montreux, but we didn’t know Switzerland had a City of Roses until we visited Rapperswil. We recently had the chance to visit Rapperswil, located… Continue reading Rapperswil, City of Roses in the Canton of Sankt-Gallen

The Röstigraben Letters – August 2021

Welcome to the The Röstigraben Letters, monthly letters between Kristin from Swiss Family Travel, and Laura from Let’s Explore. Married Swiss, Kristin, an Australian living in german-speaking Zug, and Laura a Dutch, living in french-speaking Geneva, unfold through their letters the cultural differences between both sides of the Röstigraben, learning more about Switzerland along the way. Read their… Continue reading The Röstigraben Letters – August 2021

The Röstigraben letters – July 2021

Welcome to the The Röstigraben Letters, monthly letters between Kristin from Swiss Family Travel, and Laura from Let’s Explore. Married Swiss, Kristin, an Australian living in german-speaking Zug, and Laura a Dutch, living in french-speaking Geneva, unfold through their letters the cultural differences between both sides of the Röstigraben, learning more about Switzerland along the way. Read their… Continue reading The Röstigraben letters – July 2021

The Chocolate Train in Switzerland!

The Chocolate Train in Switzerland from Montreux! Montreux – Gruyères – Broc – Montreux A scenic train route on a Belle Époque train, combined with cheese and chocolate tastings. Who wouldn’t love that? The Chocolate Train runs on the Goldenpass line and takes you in a dreamy train carriage in 1930’s style from Montreux to… Continue reading The Chocolate Train in Switzerland!