Switzerland
Saint Gall
Though it apparently is the butt of the Swiss version of “redneck Southerner” jokes, I spent one day in St Gallen and wasn’t displeased with the area. The old part of town is quite pretty, with some very traditional-looking architecture and a lot of quiet little pedestrian streets to wander through. The biggest draw, though, … Continue reading
Because who would say no to a Swiss ski resort?
Imagine you were staying with a friend in Switzerland. Now imagine they told you one of their friends worked at a Ski Resort, had a place for you to sleep, and even knew of a concert being held in the chapel of a former monastery. Would you say no? Me, neither. Imagine all the stereotypes … Continue reading
Lil Old Zurich
Think for a second what you know about Zurich. Banking? Neutrality? Maybe that it was a haven for intellectuals during the World Wars? I really expect Zurich to be more of a base to explore from than a destination in itself, so I was really pleasantly surprised by its Old Town! I was totally unprepared … Continue reading
Couchsurfing: Zurich
Way back in Indonesia more than a year and a half ago, Greg and I were waiting on a ferry to take us to island snorkeling diving paradise. Surrounded by laughing Indonesian kids as she also waited for the boat to the Togeans, J’ana would go from a stranger in the port to a constant … Continue reading
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