Christmas Sparkle

With snow-capped mountains, world-renowned Xmas markets and cozy wooden chalets so close to home, Switzerland is one of…

Alpine Fun at Basseruche

Just a few weeks ago we spent a lovely day-out with friends at the Basseruche in St-Cergue (VD), a cozy restaurant…

What’s On in November 2014

Here’s our events listings for the month of November, remember to keep checking these listings regularly as we…

What’s On in October 2014

Here’s our events listings for the month of October, remember to keep checking these listings regularly as we…

Little Creature Comforts

If you’ve just moved to Geneva, chances are you will be on the lookout for various bits &…

Playtime at the Ludotheque

What makes the much dreaded rentrée more exciting and fun? For us, discovering that some of our favourite family…

Pirates Ahoy

Nyon Plage is now fit for budding pirates! After its recent renovation, the Plage communale des Trois-Jetées in Nyon features…

What’s On in July 2014

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

Life is a Beach

In a lovely village overlooking Lac Léman and right on the outskirts of Morges lies one of the best family…

IGusti of Nyon

Yes, plenty has already been written about gelato on this blog but when we accidentally come across a new place…

What’s On in June 2014

Summer is finally here & the countdown to your family holidays has begun. Here’s our monthly list of events…

Child-Friendly Restaurants

We have posted so many bits of information about child-friendly restaurants in the Geneva region both on the blog…

Spring Birthday Ideas

Are you planning a spring/summer birthday party for your children and don’t fancy the idea of the little…

That’s Amore

We haven’t posted about good family restaurants for a while, so it’s time to share some photos of…

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…

Easter at PAKOMUZé 2014

The 9th edition of “PâKOMUZé” is back this year to keep us & our little munchkins entertained during the…

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…

What’s On in March 2014

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

Parc Pré Vert Reopens

Perched high on the hills of Bougy-Villars (VD) and bedecked with the most spectacular views over lac Léman & Mont…

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…

Au Boeuf Rouge

A couple of weeks before Christmas Expat Husband and I managed to sneak out for lunch without the…

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…

Family Fun in Rolle

Don’t you find that, although the weather has turned miserably cold & foggy, your little ones still need…

Swap & Shop!

Are you planning a major wardrobe declutter, in preparation for the festive season & the new year? If…

What’s On in November

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

Playground delights in Crassier

In Crassier, a village in the Vaudois countryside situated right on the French border, there’s a particularly wonderful…

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…

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…

What’s On in July

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

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…

Diabolo Festival

If your children are aged between 2 and 10 years-old, free up your diary for the Diabolo Festival in…

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…

A Perfect Spot for a Picnic

Ever the optimist, I decided to blog about one of our favourite family picnic spots in the area…

What’s On in May

The month of May is here, let’s hope the weather will soon be back on track & bring…

What’s On in April

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