Postcards from Switzerland

One of my best friends from school was leaving. Her parents decided to go back to Switzerland, looking out for a better life. At the time (before big Internet and big Social Media), we exchanged a few letters at the beginning. She hated Switzerland. How cold it was. How inhospitable. She used to call it … Continue reading Postcards from Switzerland →

A break in the Swiss Alps

First time I went to Switzerland I knew it was an expensive country. However, I happily realised that the best things to see are free. These are the amazing views, towards the majestic, intimidating mountains, with their tops covered in white snow, almost shouting without a sound how hostile that can be for a week … Continue reading A break in the Swiss Alps →