Winter has just begun and already Switzerland is breaking the records… with some impressive figures (not to be taken too seriously though). Check them out! 9.3 miles: The length of the longest sledging slope. The slope “Big Pintenfritz” in the …
Solar Power
Another new Swiss invention! Tenna, a village of 112 inhabitants located north of Zurich in the Grisons, launches these days the first solar ski lift in the world.The only ski lift in the station had stopped working, and the village had to …
In the clouds
I told you about the the Prime Tower before, the spectacular building which is located in booming Zurich West. The brand new restaurant “The Clouds” lies on the top two floors at 400 feet offering culinary delights and a gorgeous …
New Dock will rock
On Dec 1, 2011, the new Dock B at Zurich airport will be opened. In addition to flexible use as a Schengen and non-Schengen Dock, it offers state-of-the-art technology, a comprehensive range of dining options and an attractive observation deck …
Off with the beards!
Real men have hair on their chest, right? WRONG! Real men have hair on their chin! About this time of the year you run into several males in and around Engelberg in Central Switzerland sporting voluminous beards. This is not …
Charles Vögele Fashion Days Zurich
From November 9 – 12, 2011, the Charles Vögele Fashion Days Zurich will turn the Swiss metropolis into one of the hot spots of this fall’s fashions. National and international designers will present their newest collections in an exclusive …
Where in the world is Matt?
Matt Lauer has been cruising across the world this week in the return of “Today’s” feature, “Where In The World Is Matt Lauer?” Lauer stunned his co-hosts when he arrived in Namibia on Monday, jetted to Madrid on Tuesday, and …
GO SWISS!
This Sunday Nov 6, New York City is swarmed by thousands of contestans who speed down streets and avenues on swift legs and rolling wheels. Howdy Heidi is wishing good luck to them all, especially to five-time ING New York …
