What’s On in September 2016
The summer holidays have flown by so fast and it’s time to go back to our routines but…
Hic et Nunc
When it comes to best-kept foodie secrets in the Vaud region, pop-up fish & chips bar ‘Hic et…
What’s On in March 2016
Spring is almost here and the list of events in Geneva, Vaud and nearby France is filled with exciting outings…
What’s On in December 2015
The countdown to Christmas has begun and we have a fab list of events coming up in the…
Halloween Events
Here’s a run-through of the most spooktacular Halloween events coming up this October. Keep checking the list below as…
Fresh From the Farm
If you enjoyed our previous post about unmanned farm shops and started sourcing more of your groceries from a…
Swiss National Day
Swiss National Day is celebrated on August 1st to commemorate the foundation of the Swiss Confederacy – make…
Honesty in a Box
Explore the lush Swiss farmland that’s right on our doorstep and, in all likelihood, you will soon stumble upon…
Les Puces de Nyon
If you love scouring flea markets for unique finds, don’t miss the next Puces de Nyon market, which takes…
Tartares & Co.
Originally a French dish, steak tartare is now such a firm staple of traditional Swiss cuisine that you can’t leave…
A Day-out at the Arboretum
When it comes to Swiss National Parks, the Arboretum in Aubonne is one of the best. A unique botanic park…
Passport to the Big Bang
If you love cycling as a family, why not saddle up the little’ns and take a tour of…
Best Family Ski Resorts
You’ll have to admit, one of the greatest perks of living in Geneva is being able to enjoy…
Carnival 2015
Carnival celebrations are so popular across Switzerland and France that it would be a shame to miss out…
Spooky Halloween
When we first moved to Geneva 6 years ago no one in Switzerland, with the exception of expat…
10 Ways to Get Children into Hiking
Switzerland has amazing mountains and I love hiking them with my children, aged 5 & 7. The question…
How to Employ Nannies in Switzerland
Families who hire nannies, babysitters or household help in Switzerland have to ensure that their employees are registered for…
What’s On in May 2014
The month of May is here with so many exciting family events you’ll be spoilt for choice. Here’s our…
Carnival Celebrations
Carnival celebrations are so popular across Switzerland and France that it would be a shame to miss out…
L’Enfance de l’Art
If you have children aged 0 to 3 don’t miss the upcoming L’Enfance de l’Art Festival, which will be taking…
Winter Sledging
I have been doing some research about winter sledging in the area on behalf of my reckless boys…
Au Boeuf Rouge
A couple of weeks before Christmas Expat Husband and I managed to sneak out for lunch without the…
200 Years of Swiss History
This December will see the beginning of the celebrations for the bicentenary of Geneva’s entry into the Swiss…
A Perfect Spring Getaway
The Swiss town of Thun is a real gem and the gateway to the Bernese Oberland. This small town is…
Camping in Bern
A camping weekend in Bern is a wonderful option if you have children and would like to discover a…
Celebrate Easter the Swiss Way
Have you seen all the gorgeous Swiss Easter decorations that are filling the shelves of nearly every shop?…
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…
Jobseeking in Switzerland
The first images of Switzerland that come to mind are often those of majestic mountain views, endless ski-runs,…
In Heidi’s Footsteps
It happens to most expatriates in Switzerland, especially if your expat plans take you to one of the…
On Heidi’s Trail in Ballenberg
Hands up who thinks of Heidi when thinking of Switzerland. Trouble is, when you move here and become…