A Stanserhorn Cabrio® Experience Many children and not a few adults would give their eyeteeth to have a backyard playground like mine. There is Mount Pilatus, home to the World’s Steepest Cogwheel train and Dragon legends, which dominates the … [Read more]
Sunday Musings: Proud to be a Tourist
I recently read an article that suggested we should wear our “tourism” like a badge. I cringed at the idea because I am always trying to make myself seem less like a tourist when I travel. As a direct consequence of the nature of this blog, I am … [Read more]
Birth of a Nation: Swiss National Day – August 1st
July 4th 1776 was a major turning point in American History. It marked the point, during the American Revolution, when the Declaration of Independence from British rule was approved by the 2nd Continental Congress. All 13 colonies east of the … [Read more]
Swiss Eggs: The Missing Dozen
Many things were difficult to get use to when I first moved to Switzerland. I knew that I would face many challenges, language the biggest among them, but I never expected grocery shopping to be the experience it has been! … [Read more]
Gletscherschlucht: Rosenlaui Glacier Gorge
The natural wonders of Switzerland are numerous! It goes without saying that the Berner Oberland region is packed with numerous well know attractions including the Eiger, Monch and Jungfrau. However, many more can be found that are less infamous but … [Read more]
Fest Inalpe Tortin 2012
I am still reeling from the most incredible day at the Fest Inalpe Tortin 2012 in the beautiful Nendaz Valley in Canton Valais. The day dawned crisp and sunny and promised to be energetic and intense. It was all that and more! … [Read more]