GENEVA, Switzerland – This past weekend the beautiful city of Annecy in neighboring France, held its annual désalpe/désalpage or return of the animals to the Rhone valley from Alpine pastures, where they spent their summer. The moment was captured by the official city photographer, and, since “A picture is worth a thousand words,” I leave thee with…
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Netflix Video Streaming Service in Switzerland
GENEVA, Switzerland – “Welcome to Netflix! A subscription service providing streaming access to movies and television shows through certain Internet-connected TV’s, computers and other Netflix-ready devices”, says the promotional offer that hopes to turn Swiss TV viewers into subscribers.
Jeune Genevois: its Meaning and the Plum Pies
GENEVA, SWITZERLAND – Businesses closed… and it is not Sunday: it is Jeûne genevois, an official day of fasting to remember the repression against Protestants almost 450 years ago.
Fall Break Camps for kids in Geneva
GENEVA, SWITZERLAND – The kids might have just gone back to school but in a few weeks, brace yourself, students are off again for fall break.
The Fetes de Geneve Fireworks to be the Loudest in Record
GENEVA, SWITZERLAND – The Fetes de Geneve fireworks that take place on 9 August at 22:00 promise to be the loudest pyrotechnics in record -in Geneva and probably in Europe- with more than 50 large-scale Cherry Bombs.
Save Paper: Opt Out of Swiss Phonebook & Yellow Pages
GENEVA, SWITZERLAND – An ever-growing number of residents in Switzerland are stopping the unwanted delivery of several pounds of paper by eliminating their automatic subscription to printed phonebook directories and using the online version instead.
Geneva’s outdoor gyms: free to all
Post updated in 2016 GENEVA, SWITZERLAND – If gym fees are too high, your gym closes much too early or heading indoors is just “not your thing”, consider working out at one of the outdoor gyms in Geneva.
This summer: free outdoor movies in Geneva
For the updated 2016 list: click here. GENEVA, SWITZERLAND – ‘Tis the season for long eves and outdoor movies. If you are new to Geneva and are often bugged down by its high-cost of living and lack of “things to do”, fear no more. In spring and summer, Geneva offers a plethora of free events…
Buying New and Second-Hand Bicycles in Geneva
GENEVA, SWITZERLAND – Geneva might not be Amsterdam but there are plenty of person-powered two wheels to go around. Here is a recap of some of the favorite spots to buy new and second hand bikes.
Geneva’s Night of the Museums, Costumed Edition
GENEVA, SWITZERLAND – Once a year museums in Geneva welcome adults and children to visit permanent and temporary exhibitions and enjoy artistic performances until the small hours… while dressed in costume.
Saturday Flea Market, Art and Artisans Fair in Annecy, France
ANNECY, France – The last Saturday of the month the lovely city of Annecy in neighboring France, hosts several outdoor markets including a professional sellers flea market or brocante, an art fair, and an artisans/handicrafts market.
Vintage and brand name clothing sale in Veyrier
GENEVA, Switzerland – Ladies and gentlemen it is not too late to replenish your closets without having to spend a fortune: head today to a vintage and brand name clothing sale in Veyrier.