La Belle Saison

Nestled at the heart of a luxuriant park near the river Arve, Villa Bernasconi is one of Geneva’s best-kept…

What’s On in April 2014

Spring is finally here to stay and the list of events in Geneva, Vaud and nearby France is filled…

This Book Is Made for Walking

Now that spring has officially sprung, how would you like to discover Geneva’s loveliest hidden corners and historical…

New English Playgroup

There is a new English language playgroup in town for little ones aged 2 to 5! Unfortunately, my…

Win Tickets to Expo Juniors

If you’re looking for a fun day-out for the whole family, with plenty of creative and educational activities, parades,…

What’s On in March 2014

Spring is almost here and the list of events in Geneva, Vaud and nearby France is filled with…

Siegfried at the Opera

As part of the bicentenary celebrations commemorating Wagner’s birth, the Grand Théâtre de Genève has gone the extra mile…

Indoor Playcentres

Considering we still have so many rainy days ahead of us, I reckoned a post about indoor play…

Why Choose Greycoat Lumleys

Greycoat Lumleys is a respected, London-based recruitment company with a team specifically dedicated to the placement of childcare staff…

Les Recyclables

With its 11,000 books, healthy plats du jour and relaxed atmosphere, Les Recyclables is one of our favourite haunts in Geneva.…

Did You Say Concerto?

How would you like to take your children on a musical journey of discovery across time, from Vivaldi…

Winter Sledging

I have been doing some research about winter sledging in the area on behalf of my reckless boys…

What’s On in February 2014

From skiing with the tiddlers to enjoying a delish family Sunday brunch, we’ve posted our favourite tips for a great family…

Robinson Crusoe in Geneva

Daniel Defoe’s adventure classic “Robinson Crusoe” will be brought to the stage by the young performers at the…

NEST of Love

We all know how relocating abroad as a family can affect our children: sometimes we are able to…

Indoor Fun at Fnac Kids

Following a makeover in November 2013, the Fnac Kids section at the Genève Rive store is looking great: the books…

It’s Party Time!

A few weeks ago my middle son was invited to a birthday party at Yatouland in Geneva. With 3 kids,…

Mummenschanz for Families

The new year has kicked off and – if you’re planning ahead for the coming months – don’t…

What’s On in January 2014

I can’t believe how fast 2013 has flown by, can you? Now that January 2014 is here, we’ve got our…

200 Years of Swiss History

This December will see the beginning of the celebrations for the bicentenary of Geneva’s entry into the Swiss…

It’s a Family Classic

Mark your diary for the next “concert en famille” by Geneva Camerata on Saturday 18th of January 2014 at the salle…

Au Coeur Des Grottes

Tucked away in a quiet street in the heart of Geneva’s Les Grottes neighbourhood, Au Coeur des Grottes is a…

Family Luxe at Le Richemond

True to my gluttonous nature, I was overjoyed to receive an invitation to savour the new bar menu…

What’s On in November

Here’s our events listings for the month of November, remember to keep checking our blog on a general…

Art for Kids

Do you love art ? Would you like to introduce your little budding artists to some of the…

What’s On in October

Here’s our events listings for the month of October, remember to keep checking our blog on a general…

It’s Pick-Your-Own Season

Although many crops have been damaged by this summer’s storms, it is still possible to pick-your-own autumn fruits…

It’s a Geneva Mystery

If, like me, you love it when friends come over to visit but you’re running out of ideas…

Puro Gelato

I’ve already posted about my ice-cream addiction (I was raised in Italy after all!) so please bear with me if…

For The Love of Books

Without a doubt, one of the nicest  and better-stocked kids bookshops in the Geneva area is La Librerit in Carouge.…

Geneva’s Firefighters Museum

Just when you think you have the whole city sussed and could navigate all its best child-friendly hideouts…

Café maman-bébé

If you’re expecting a baby or have just moved to Geneva with a tiny little one, you might…

L’Asticot in Geneva

The story of Swiss ethical label L’Asticot began in 2009, when young mums Christie and Danièle put their creative pencils…

What’s On in September

The summer holidays have flown by so fast we barely had time to dry out our bathing suits.…

What’s On in August

The best season of the year is in full swing, whether you’ll be away or spending more time…

Surfing in Geneva

You’ve done it all: walked the cobbled streets of the old town, taken a photo with your arm…

Geneva Summer Festival

Now that summer is in full swing, the time has come to celebrate Geneva’s Summer Festival, known as…

View From the Treetops

If your children are as energetic as mine and you’re running out of ideas of what to do,…

Summer is CinéTransat

Whoever said there’s no fun to be had in Geneva as everything is just too expensive has probably…

What’s On in July

The kids’ summer holidays have started, I can’t believe how fast this school year has flown by !…

A Summer Terrace With a View

I have been thinking about my favourite cafés in Geneva for a while, compiling an imaginary list in…

Brunch in the Sun

The summer weather we were all waiting for has finally arrived, so what better time to post our…

Rockmybaby

A very warm welcome to our latest sponsor: Rockmybaby Nanny & Babysitting Agency, launched in Switzerland by Tanya Jeannet in…

Summer of Gelato

I know the time has come for this post to be published, but a part of me is…

The Thrill of the New

A press day at the swanky, newly-opened Hotel N’vY Geneva was a great opportunity to discover some fab 2013-2014 collections…

What’s On in June

Although it doesn’t feel like it yet, summer is finally here and we’re all still hoping for a…