Tourists in Geneva
Geneva, Switzerland (GenevaLunch) – Hotels in Geneva are increasing the pressure on the government to improve security for visitors to the city, in the wake of accusations by the consul general of Saudi Arabia that police did not do enough when a Saudi citizen was seriously injured and robbed in what the man’s lawyer says was an attack in the city centre, according to news agency ATS.
If you love to know where we’re all headed, at least on Swiss roads, the Swiss roads department autoroute pages outline all repairs, renovations and new construction on the national system, currently 93.3% completed. It has, for example, details of the Morges-Ecublens project to use the emergency lane, with work starting in May 2009.
Geneva is starting to lose its reputation as one of the most expensive cities around, with good reason. The latest competitive prices are from two sister companies. AB-BA offers affordable transfers from Geneva’s Cointrin Airport to dozens of destinations in Switzerland and France, including resorts. Example: Geneva-Verbier, door-to-door, CHF59 a person. Parking-Friend will park your car for CHF15 a day with a one-time handling cost of CHF20. The sites offer cost comparisons and they promise to try to beat lower offers from other certified companies.
The CFF has several tickets for events plus train. The page functions in French and German, and you can search by city: just change the name of the city at the top, but remember it doesn’t recognize English!
Prices vary but farm stays are relatively inexpensive as a rule, meals tend to be good and hearty and it can be a great way to get kids out to the countryside, seeing animals and crops on a working farm.
Some 200 of them throughout Switzerland.
A good resource when looking for bed and breakfasts and planning your weekend trips in Switzerland. Note that many of these do not hang out a shingle, so you need to find them and book in advance. Also check our resource listing for Country farm stays by using the search tool on this page.
English language site dedicated to exploring Lake Biel and its surroundings.
Feel like castle-hoping? A list of historical castles in Switzerland, medieval cities and picturesque downtowns. Find out admission prices, schedules, directions and historical background of some of the most majestic Swiss castles.
One of the most charming lakeside villages in Vaud, created a series of walks with information panels about lake fish, birds and the history of the town.
Includes up to the minute flight information for arrivals and departures.
English language online timetable & ticket prices for Swiss trains & buses.
A list of events in the Lake Geneva region. It includes options for families, children, outdoor events & the arts. Posted monthly but updated daily a great option for those searching for “something” to do in Switzerland.
Boating as a sport, leisure or for excursions. It includes information on eco-friendly boating options.
Planning a day trip or a vacation? At myswitzerland.com, you will find information on Swiss cities, accommodation, transportation and deals to better plan your getaway. This official website is available in English and dozens of other languages.
