Switzerland
What lies beneath: 10 of the world’s most incredible underground structures
Put ordinary buildings underground and they transform into something far more interesting and otherworldly.
- by Brian Johnston
★★★★½
Train journeys
It’s not fast or smooth, but this European train is a holiday highlight
This historic route travels to the foot of Europe’s highest mountain, with spectacular mountain scenery en route.
- by Flip Byrnes
★★★½
Train journeys
Stunning scenery and excellent food: This train journey is hard to beat
This route is one of the backbone links of Europe and could be a star in your itinerary.
- by Flip Byrnes
First, be on time: How to travel Swiss-style
Not everything is as it seems when it comes to the Swiss. Here’s what you need to know if you’re looking to channel your inner Heidi.
- by Brian Johnston
How to do one of the world’s most expensive countries on the cheap
Switzerland is expensive but also beautiful, so don’t cut it from your travel list. A few smart strategies will reduce your costs.
- by Brian Johnston
This 185-year-old grand hotel has been reborn as a Mandarin Oriental
Considered Zurich’s oldest hotel, famous past entries in the guest books include the composers Franz Liszt and Felix Mendelssohn as well as Charles Dickens.
- by Julietta Jameson
★★★★
Train journeys
$33 for an upgrade to first class? Europe’s trains are incredible
Far cheaper than a plane, Germany’s Deutsche Bahn first class is right on track on this Karlsruhe (Germany) to Basel (Switzerland) trip.
- by Flip Byrnes
Even the commuter trains are spectacular in this country
In Switzerland, a train ride isn’t a chore but a worthy experience.
- by Brian Johnston
This opulent outpost for the wealthy is an almost forgotten world
The glitterati have been coming to Switzerland’s Engadin Valley for generations to drink brandy, play polo, swoosh down mountains and mingle with celebrities.
- by Anabel Dean
One of the world’s most spectacular journeys takes just 15 minutes
Location scouts for the next James Bond movie should be looking at Switzerland’s new, technologically advanced cableway.
- by Brian Johnston
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