‘Zurich & Beyond…’ Archives
Shakespeare in a Castle
What better way to experience a Shakespeare play than in an 11th century castle! For their castle tour 2013, TNT Theatre Britain will be at the historic hilltop Lenzburg Castle in Aargau. They will perform Shakespeare’s most famous and popular comedy: The Taming of the Shrew. This English performance will be held in the castle’s open-air [...]
Morges Tulip Festival
Hello, spring! What better way to celebrate spring’s arrival (especially after such a long winter!) than to stroll the Morges Tulip Festival, where you can view over 120,000 beautifully arranged tulips along the Lake of Geneva. This event brings over 100,000 visitors every year and for good reason. There are over 300 different varieties of [...]
24-48 Hours in Zermatt
The Matterhorn attracts nature lovers and tourists who simply want to get a glimpse of this captivating alpine peak. Whether you are planning a romantic weekend getaway or touring the family around Switzerland’s most iconic sights, Zuri Girl has the inside scoop with top things to do in Zermatt during your 24-48 hour visit…especially if your [...]
Snow Sure Saas-Fee
Saas Valley, located in the Valais area of Switzerland is made up of the villages: Saas Grund, Saas Balen, Saas-Almagell and Saas-Fee. In Part II of her Ski Getaway Series, Zuri Girl Nadine is excited to share her ski suggestions for the charming car-free village of Saas-Fee. Enjoy the slopes! How To Get There Saas-Fee is a little out [...]
Snow Bunnies in Grindelwald
If the thought of strapping on heavy ski’s and waddling around in oversized boots is not your idea of fun, don’t fret our little snow bunny, there are plenty of off-piste winter adventures for you…and we don’t mean the kind that involve unmarked ski trails. Zuri Girl headed to the mountain tops above the adorable Swiss Village of [...]
Mürren: Dog-Friendly Mountain Village
Conveniently located in the beautiful Jungfrau region, Mürren is a charming little village that maintains the traditional Swiss atmosphere of centuries ago. In addition to the picturesque mountain views and relaxing silence of a car-free town, one of the best parts about visiting the town is that your pooch will be warmly welcomed! We know [...]
Healthy Holiday Treats & Retreats
The beauty of Switzerland is multiplied this time of year when brilliant lights gently illuminate the Bahnhofstrasse, eager vendors display their merchandise from decorated market chalets and most of us are simply buzzing with delight, as the magic of the holiday season has arrived! Zuri Girl is highlighting the perfect holiday getaways to help [...]
Rhine Falls & Schaffhausen’s Old Town
Despite the way the name of the city sounds, Schaffhausen does not mean “sheep houses” and is anything but a place for livestock. Although founded in the 1045, one of Switzerland’s most northern cities offers modern elegance with historical charm. It’s home to Europe’s biggest waterfall, The Rhine Falls, and was once the center of trade. [...]
Holiday Magic
The holiday season transforms Zurich into a picture-perfect snow-capped village, straight out of a Hollywood film. Tempting tastes of Heisse Maroni fill the air, storefronts are decorated with charming ski bunnies and friends huddle around crackling fires sipping Gluhwein. It’s a magical time in the city with countless special events. Mark [...]
Herbstmesse: Basel’s Autumn Fair
In it’s 542nd year, the Basel Herbstmesse is considered one of the oldest and biggest fairs in Switzerland with many of the same traditions it started with all those years ago. From now until November 11th, Basel Tourism expects over 1 million people to visit, shop, dine and ride roller coasters in the city center and we hope our Zuri [...]
