Get a dose of the Italian lifestyle in the Ticino region of Switzerland. While it may not be as famous as Zermatt-Matterhorn, as cosmopolitan as Zurich or as rugged as rolling hills and jagged peaks of Jungfrajoch in the Bernese Oberland region, Ticino is an enchanting lake district bordering the Italian border. It is a […]

We had visited Switzerland two times before and never made it to the legendary Matterhorn. Well, the third time’s a charm, and while taking our Grand Tour around Switzerland this summer, we spent four glorious days in Zermatt, home of the mighty Matterhorn. This popular mountain destination attracts the rich and famous to its slopes

On the USA’s west coast, Portland, Oregon is the state’s largest city yet a haven for lovers of nature, quirky characters, charming neighborhoods, and small city life. Among the food trucks, craft beer, and historic buildings in downtown Portland, the locals thrive to keep Portland weird. In the city center are an abundance of green

Basel, Switzerland will surprise you. While plenty of people are aware of Geneva and Zurich, Switzerland’s third-largest city should not be overlooked. There are so many things to do in Basel, it requires at least three days to explore the Old Town and life on the Rhine River, to the countryside of the German and

Wondering what to expect when visiting Jungfraujoch, The Top of Europe? Home to the highest train station in Europe, the largest glacier in the Alps, and incredible mountain views, Jungfraujoch – Top of Europe is an excursion that is not to be missed. It is truly one of the most beautiful places in the Swiss

Of all the cities we’ve been to when traveling as a family, Atlanta takes the cake for family travel There are many things to do in Atlanta with kids and most are perfectly suited for adults too. As an avid traveler who’s been around the world, I knew I wanted to share my love of travel

Zurich is often at the top of any Switzerland itinerary. As the financial capital of the country, the largest city in Switzerland, and a picturesque setting on Lake Zurich and the Limmat River there are plenty of things to keep you busy. 3 days in Zurich is just enough time to experience it all. This

Grindelwald First is one of the most popular places to visit in the Jungfrau Region of Switzerland, and with good reason. If you only have a short time in Grindelwald, heading up to First (pronounced Feerst) is a fantastic way to experience all the adventures to be had in the Swiss Alps. This guide will

Full of pioneering history and flanked by the Canadian Rockies, the beautiful city of Calgary is the place for your next adventure. In Alberta, Calgary is more than just the location of an iconic stampede. Cut by the Bow River, it is a city of parks and recreation. Calgary is also a great launch point

Before making our way to Basel in Switzerland, we didn’t know much about it. We had looked up blog posts (including an old guest post we had on this very blog) and everyone had the same points about visiting the cathedral and exploring the old town (which are nice) but there is so much more