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SwitzerLanding

Helping first time travelers to Switzerland have an unforgettable trip.

As a long-time resident of Switzerland, I help travelers to Switzerland make the most of their trip and discover the best of what Switzerland has to offer. Few people know Switzerland as well as I do and visitors love discovering hidden gems from a local.

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Swiss Newsletter: Mistakes to avoid in Lucerne

25 April 2024 Happy Weekend Reader I often get the feeling that people come to Lucerne but only speed through and miss some of the best stuff. Sure, the Chapel Bridge is amazing! (Did you know it's over 690 years old?) But there is far more to Lucerne than many people don't see or experience. So, let's see what Lucerne has to offer... Schönes Wochenende Ashley NOTE: You can read all my tips from the previous Newsletters here. LUCERNE: 7 Mistakes people make I felt it was time to highlight...

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25 April 2024 Hope your week is going well Reader When I first came to Switzerland back in 2001, I lived in a very old apartment down by the river in Baden. Like many of you, I come from a country that was founded only a few hundred years ago. But my apartment building was over 500 years old. And I just saw an apartment for rent today in the Weinmarkt Square in the heart of Lucerne. The location is mind-blowing (Ann almost had to pick me up off the floor). That is Switzerland for you. You can...

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23 April 2024 Hope your week is going well Reader I get a lot of questions from my clients about Swiss Train Passes, which are incredibly confusing. So, I have included a few posts and a video on the topic below. I have also added a post about the plugs and adapters to help you figure out what you need to stay charged during your trip. Plus, there are some other fun destinations and handy tips, like with all of my other newsletters (which you can see here). Bis bald Ashley 7 Reasons not to...

4 days ago • 2 min read

21 April 2024 Happy Sunday Reader Sometimes getting the best views is hard work. And that is what this newsletter is all about - VIEWS! Back in 2013, I went to South America with Ann for 6 months, and we both love hiking & views (which is why we live in Switzerland, in case you wondered). One of the first places we went was to the Andes in Peru to see the spectacular Huay Huash mountains. They said it was a 10-day trek with some altitude thrown in. But they didn't tell us how hard it would...

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18 April 2024 Morning Reader I went to visit my family in Australia back in February. It is a very long journey (24 hours on a plane) and leaves me jetlagged for a week. Despite that, I try to go back as often as I can to see my family and friends. The cost of the trip alone is staggering, so I try to keep my expenses under control while I am there. Staying with my family helps, of course, but you still want to enjoy yourself a little bit, right? A few dinners out. Some favorite snacks from...

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16 April 2024 Greutzi Reader I really wanted to see Dune 2 last week. And I asked some friends of mine to come along. I have been waiting for the sequel for what seems like years. So, I was pumped to say the least. The only problem was that I was working in Zurich and had to leave my backpack and gym gear somewhere because I could not carry it all with me to the cinema! Maybe you have the same problem when moving hotels in Switzerland? Checking out, but not sure where to put your luggage?...

11 days ago • 2 min read

14 April 2023 Hey Reader I had to go an visit another two apartments on the other side of Zurich yesterday. And the big debate between me and Ann was - should we drive, or catch the train? And I notice this is a common theme in my Facebook group too. So I thought I would share some quick thoughts: If you are not a big group, the cost of hiring a car in Switzerland (and parking and petrol/gas) is high trains are the best way to get around without the hassle (one of the best train systems in...

12 days ago • 2 min read

12 April 2023 Hey Reader This intro is going to be short and sweet as I have had a crazy day today! I was up at 6am to have a Switzerland travel consulting call with a client on the West Coast. (Hi John if you are reading) If you are struggling with your Swiss Trip planning, then maybe I can help? So, inspired by my chat this morning I thought I would start out with some lakes. One of the biggest highlights of Switzerland Ashley My Favorite Lakes It's hard to pick one lake in Switzerland, but...

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