Christmas in Montreux
Christmas markets are an essential part of the festive build-up in Switzerland and you will find many of…
A Beginner’s Guide to Skiing in the Swiss Alps
Getting to ski the enchanting Verbier slopes in Valais (one of Switzerland’s French speaking Cantons) is not for the…
An Expat Family in Aigle
When you’re planning a move abroad or you’ve just put down your expat roots in a new place,…
It’s “Un R de Famille” !
What do you do when you come across a place that brings back some of your happiest childhood…
L’Asticot Sale in Geneva
The story of Swiss ethical label L’Asticot began in 2009, when young mums Christie and Danièle put their creative…
See Heidi in Geneva !
I was so excited when I read about this, I nearly fell off my chair ! Yes, it’s really…
Best Fondue in Town ?
As the colours of autumn in Geneva turn to even more intense hues of ochre, burnt umber, copper…
Birthday Planning Tips
At one point or another, we’ve all been thrown into a frenzy by the scary prospect of having to organize…
‘Tis the Season to Be Jolly !
I know Autumn has only just started, so it feels quite surreal to be thinking about Christmas already…
Fun at Family Village !
Last November Expat Husband and I took the little buttons to Morges for one of the nicest family…
Expat Dads: Settling In Switzerland
We’re back with part two of expat dad Paul Reed-Peck’s account of his move to Switzerland (click here to read the first part…
The Desalpes Company
Expat mum-of-three Mikée Westerling is the founder of The Desalpes Company, an online store of gorgeous home products made using…
No Homework, More Fun ?
New expats moving to France will see educational reforms take place from September 2013. After months spent debating over…
Shopping & Fun at Les Automnales
Late autumn in Geneva can be a bit tricky: too late in the season to enjoy more of those balmy, cloudless October days…
Kids Theatre in Nyon
Have you ever been to one of the theatre shows for kids at L’usine à gaz in Nyon (VD)…
Sunday Brunch with Kids
When it’s too cold and rainy to enjoy a family stroll but not cold enough that ski season…
November at MAMCO
The agenda for November 2012 at MAMCO, Geneva’s Musée d’art moderne et contemporain, is filled with great events…
Geneva’s Historical Trams
As we were driving past Cornavin Station a few weeks ago, my boys screamed with excitement at the…
Halloween Tales
Looking for some indoor fun for your little munchkins this Halloween ? Here’s some suggestions for this Wednesday…
Expat Dads Who Blog: Paul
Our expat community in the Suisse Romande can count many fantastic expat dads who have taken the plunge…
She’s Toute Sweet !
Here at Geneva Family Diaries our eyes are definitely bigger than our tums, so we might be forgiven if…
Follow the Yellow Trail
One of my favourite pastimes in Autumn is going out for walks with the children. France is great…
Love Esther Zaricot
We can’t stop grinning from ear to ear since Mme Esther Zaricot agreed to give us this interview. She’s a Swiss…
My Daughter’s Vintage Birthday Party
When I was small and living in France, all birthday parties took place at home. So when the…
Shopping & Dining in Ferney Voltaire
Ferney Voltaire is a small French town just across the border from Geneva. If you find yourself a…
Workshops for Budding Anthropologists
The autumn school holidays in the Canton of Geneva are nearly upon us, so if your children and teens…
Expat Mumpreneurs: Marta
We all know that moving to a different country is not always easy, especially if you’re leaving behind…
Jobseeking in Switzerland
The first images of Switzerland that come to mind are often those of majestic mountain views, endless ski-runs,…
Not Suitable for Vegetarians
If you’re a vegetarian please look away now. If you’re a carnivore foodie though, rejoice because Autumn in Switzerland is…
Sympa…les Poneys !
Little Miss Cutie is 2 and entering her “I love ponies” stage. She’ll squeal in delight every time we drive…
Kings of the Castle
The Musée national suisse at the Château de Prangins is one of our favourites. Located just a few minutes…
Salon Baby Planet in Lausanne
If you are first-time parents or you already have children but are expecting another baby, make a note in…
Meet “Atila 4 Child”
Our community of expat mums is such a treasure trove of amazing talent that there is more to be found…
Who’s Afraid of the Creepy Crawlies ?
On Sunday I took my pretend children to the Vivarium de Meyrin. When I say “pretend children” I don’t…
It’s BBQ Time
If you’re looking for a fun, easy restaurant that you can enjoy with the kids, why not try the…
Swiss Fashion Event in Geneva
A girl will always love fashion, even when most of her wardrobe is covered in dried-up Play-doh and…
Best Child-Friendly Pizzeria in Geneva
When we’re feeling a bit homesick and crave the heartwarming taste of authentic Italian pizza we always head…
It’s Olympics Week !
On your marks, get set…if your children are aged 9 to 15 and they love sports there’s a very…
Gourmands in Geneva
With more (Michelin) stars than the Milky Way and an array of delicious auberges, the area around Geneva…
Playtime in Nyon
Last Saturday we came across this fantastic playground in Nyon. It faces the lake (great views are guaranteed!)…
Fun at the Museum
As mentioned in a previous post, I am a bit of an art addict and like to share this…
Raising a Bilingual Child
I don’t pretend I got it all right and my daughter does make mistakes as she is learning…
Pic Nic at the Castle
The events of La Semaine du Goût that are taking place throughout Switzerland until the end of this week are…
Until the Cows Come Home
As summer draws to an end and autumn begins, it’s time for a unique event not to be missed in Switzerland:…
A Scary Night in Morges !
For all the little monsters in our household Halloween can never come soon enough. Imagine our delight then when…
Vintage Toy Exhibition in Carouge
The Musée de Carouge has organised “Jouets et loisirs d’antan” – a fantastic exhibition of antique and vintage toys, which…
Weekend in Versailles
Geographically speaking, living in Geneva means being right at the centre of Europe. You can get pretty much…
Expat Mumpreneurs: Michelle
Our “Expat Mumpreneurs” section is very close to our hearts. We have the greatest admiration for all the talented,…