Archive for the ‘Switzerland’ Category
The Ups and Downs of a Zermatt ski trip
By Roland Leiser Stories of rude skiers in Europe, line-crashers, mediocre snow and the snobbery of people “who’ve been there, done that” had put the Alps way down on my must-ski list. But something happened. Despite the misgivings,...
Alpine Trails: Swiss Made
By Sonja Holverson When I lived in downtown San Francisco, my trekking was usually done in high heels. I moved to Lausanne, Switzerland, however, I joined the Swiss Alpine Club for hiking lessons, for I was at least clever enough to realize that one does...
Moving to a New Beat in Lausanne
By Carol Sorgen Chocolate, cheese and Heidi? If that’s what comes to mind when you think of Switzerland, it’s time to revisit this beautiful Alpine country…as I did on a recent trip to Lausanne-a cosmopolitan city with a small-town feel. Situated...
