Zurich is rich in culture and natural beauty, but if there is one thing Zurich generally is not, is a low-cost affair. In fact, Switzerland is considered to be one of the most expensive places to go in all of Europe, so if you are travelling on a budget, it is best to do your homework on where you want to go and how you want to get there. Luckily, there are options.
April 24, 2012
How to Get Around in Zurich
One of the added bonuses to visiting Zurich is that on top of being an incredible clean city with a memorable cityscape, it also has a public transportation system to match. Clean and safe, spanning and easy to use, transportation in Zurich contains a wonderful network of buses and trams, cable cars and boats and, if all else fails, Zurich is a great place to just walk around.
April 10, 2012
Celebrating Sächsilüüte
If you find yourself in Switzerland, or more specifically, Zurich, on the third Monday in April, take care not to miss the annual celebration of the traditional spring holiday known as Sächsilüüte. With roots dating back to medieval times, the modern traditions surrounding Sächsilüüte have remained largely unchanged since the early 20th century.
March 27, 2012
Lounging in the Letten Neighborhood of Zurich
Situated along the banks of the northern stretch of the River Limmat in Zurich, the area known as Letten is currently flourishing after years of rampant crime, drug use, homelessness, and destitution. Once a virtual open market for drugs sales and use (as well as a semi-permanent dwelling) for addicts and criminals from all over Switzerland and indeed the rest of Europe, Letten has been the beneficiary of public works projects and spirited efforts at drug intervention and treatment. The results have been so successful that you likely wouldn’t guess at its troubled past.
March 13, 2012
Clubbing Zurich
Zurich is Switzerland‘s largest city and is home to the largest number of dance clubs per capita in Europe. Many visitors migrate to the city expressly to dance and imbibe. Whether you’re dedicated to nightlife, or are traveling to the area for other reasons, it’s worth picking up a copy of 20 Minuten (this local publication contains the most authoritative and up-to-date arts and culture listings available) and investigating what’s happening on any given evening.
February 28, 2012
Top 3 Views in Zurich
It is amazing how little information there is out there dedicated to elucidating the simple pleasures of sightseeing in Zurich. Newcomers to the city could do worse than referring to the following basic short course on where to find the best and most captivating views that Zurich has to offer.
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May 8, 2012
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