Yesterday, EasyJet announced that a "highly sophisticated" cyber-attack had affected around 9 million customers. © Transversospinales | Dreamstime.com The company said its "investigation found that the email address and travel details of … [Read more...]
News and Features
Religious gatherings allowed to restart in Switzerland
On 20 May 2020, Switzerland's Federal Council decided it would allow religious services to take place again from 28 May 2020. © Nuvisage | Dreamstime.com Faith communities should be able to resume their common religious life, said the … [Read more...]
Most want masks made compulsory on Swiss public transport, suggests survey
More than two thirds are in favour of making masks compulsory on Switzerland's public suggests a survey run by Tamedia, according to the newspaper Le Matin. © Artzzz | Dreamstime.com In addition, the survey showed widespread support for … [Read more...]
Coronavirus: unmarried couples can cross between Austria, Germany and Switzerland
On 15 May 2020, the Swiss government announced that the borders between Switzerland, Germany and Austria are to open again for unmarried couples in long-term cross-border relationships from midnight.  © Lena Wurm | Dreamstime.com These … [Read more...]
Italy set to reopen borders with Switzerland from 3 June 2020
Italy is preparing to reopen its borders with the rest of Europe, according to the newspaper La Repubblica. © Ellesi | Dreamstime.com A draft law on new rules was published on 15 May 2020 by the Italian Council of Ministers. It provides for … [Read more...]
Guides

15 things you should know about Swiss health insurance
It's health insurance season. Average premiums are increasing in 2018. Compulsory basic Swiss health insurance can generally only be changed once a year. To change you must notify your current provider by 30 November. This article explains the basics … [Read More...]

8-step guide to hiring a nanny in Switzerland
Brought to you by quitt.ch Corona virus information In quitt's Coronavirus FAQ, you will find answers to key questions related to Coronavirus and home employees. 1. What do nannies cost in Switzerland? Nannies are expensive in Switzerland. Average … [Read More...]
Activities

Why you should visit the Gianadda gallery in Martigny
Gianadda, that spectacular cultural centre in Martigny, specializes in exhibitions you want to wander round more than once. Its latest show – Hodler, Monet, Munch: painting the impossible (3 February to 11 June 2017) – also lives up to the … [Read more...]

5 best mountain spas in French-speaking Switzerland
ALL YEAR ROUND The Alps are synonymous with skiing but alpine geothermal springs and spas are sometimes overlooked. If the thought of lugging skis, poles and person to the ski lift to spend a day risking life and limb on snow isn’t appealing, or … [Read more...]

Montreux to Gruyères on the chocolate train. Switzerland’s most delicious trip.
By Bill Harby Sorry Willy Wonka, but you won’t want to eat your mode of transportation on The Chocolate Train tour. However, yes, before the day is out, you will taste delicious Swiss chocolate and cheese, and still have time to explore one of … [Read more...]