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Robiei Cable Car & Hikes: Ticino’s Best Kept Mountain Secret

Mountain lake in Robiei Ticino with the galcier basodino in the back
Robiei sits at the very end of Val Bavona, at the foot of the Basòdino glacier — and you can only get there by a 4km cable car ride that's worth the trip on its own. Here's the timetable, the prices, how to get to San Carlo, and the three hikes we'd actually recommend at the top.

Canyoning in Ticino With Kids: Our Family Day in the Boggera Gorge

Family canyoning in the Boggera gorge in Ticino, family standing on the larg boulders
Jumps, natural slides and abseiling down waterfalls — with two 11-year-olds. Our honest guide to family canyoning in the Boggera gorge, Ticino.

48 Hours in Lausanne — The Charming Lake Geneva City (+ a Glacier Trip)

48 hours in Lausanne — Château de Chillon on Lake Geneva
How to spend 48 hours in Lausanne with kids — Château de Chillon, a Belle Époque boat cruise, the Olympic Museum and a day trip to Glacier 3000.

Glacier 3000, Les Diablerets: The Complete Visitor Guide

two children standing on the Tissot Peak to Peak bridge at Glacier 3000
Everything to plan a Glacier 3000 visit: tickets and prices, how to get there, the Peak Walk, alpine coaster, glacier walk, and tips for visiting with kids.

Where to Stay in Lugano — The Best Hotels, Neighbourhoods & Tips for Every Budget

gate into the lake lugano with a mountain at the end
Get the neighbourhood right in Lugano and you've got lake views from your balcony and the mountains on your doorstep. Here's exactly where to look.

1 Week Switzerland Itinerary from Zurich (7-Day- Route + Map & Tips)

three photos from Zermatt, Pilatus and Chillon castle
Plan the perfect 1 week Switzerland itinerary from Zurich. With scenic train routes, must-see places, and local tips for a 7-day trip. Than look no further.

Spring in Switzerland – The Most Beautiful Places to Visit in March, April & May

Spring flowers along Lake Geneva with snow-capped Swiss Alps in the background
Discover the best places to visit in Switzerland in spring — apricot blossoms in Valais, Zürich’s Easter fountains, Montreux tulips and the famous Narcissus hike.

2 Hours in Bern – A Self-Guided Walking Tour (Any Time of the Year)

Winter view in Bern City towards the Berner Münster Cathedral
Only have 2 hours in Bern? This self-guided walking tour takes you through the Old Town, along the Aare and past Bern’s main sights — perfect for a short stop in the city.