Switzerland is divided into 26 cantons, but cities like Geneva and Zurich usually take the lion’s share of headlines regarding the country. Aside from its refined and glamorous cities, Switzerland is usually mentioned alongside and high-class winter sports hotspots like St. Moritz. If you’ve got the funds and the skis to go for a winter...
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Mass tourism in Switzerland: beneficial or detrimental?
Mass tourism in Switzerland: beneficial or detrimental? Keystone/Anthony Anex The tourism industry in Switzerland is set to have a good season. Shopkeepers, restaurant owners and hoteliers can expect a welcome boost. However, in tourist hotspots Lucerne, Lauterbrunnen and the Verzasca Valley there are concerns about too many people visiting the region. What are your thoughts...
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OT Travel Itinerary: A Guide To Travelling Solo Through The Swiss Countryside
Zurich: Popularly thought to be the capital city of Switzerland, Zurich, apart from being the financial hub of the country is arguably the best city to start off your solo itinerary. The ease of access that comes from its status as a commercial city makes it the ideal point to begin your journey. The heart...
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Survey: Only a few Swiss locations affected by overtourism
Only a few Swiss locations affected by overtourism Keystone-SDA There is no “overtourism” in Switzerland, according to a survey by Switzerland Tourism conducted in April and May. Only 5% of respondents were concerned about tourism. This content was published on July 4, 2024 – 17:02 When respondents perceived problems with tourism, inflation, pollution and littering...
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Switzerland travel industry surges in 2024 with visa free access to 191 countries including Canada, China, US and GCC Nations – Travel And Tour World
Home » NEWS UPDATES » Switzerland travel industry surges in 2024 with visa free access to 191 countries including Canada, China, US and GCC Nations Wednesday, July 3, 2024 Reading Time: 4 minutes The 2023-24 Surge in Swiss Outbound Tourism has been a Global Journey. As a nation celebrated for its stunning landscapes, Switzerland might...
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Jerusalem Is Surging In The Tourism Industry With New Visa-Free Entry Policy For 96 Countries, Including UK, Spain, Sweden an Switzerland – Travel And Tour World
Jerusalem Is Surging In The Tourism Industry With New Visa-Free Entry Policy For 96 Countries, Including UK, Spain, Sweden an Switzerland – Travel And Tour World Copyright © Travel And Tour World – All Rights Reserved We use cookies on our website of Travel And Tour World to give you the most relevant experience by...
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England fans scramble for tickets to travel to Euros for Switzerland quarter final as Jordan Pickford urges nation to ‘keep believing’ following last gasp victory over Slovakia
England fans are racing to book flights to Germany for Saturday’s quarter finals against Switzerland after yesterday’s last gasp victory kept their Euros dream alive. Gareth Southgate‘s men were 1-0 down and just seconds away from being eliminated before Jude Bellingham saved their blushes with a stunning acrobatic effort in the 95th minute to force...
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Is it safe to travel to Switzerland?
Areas of northeast France, northern Italy and southern Switzerland were battered by storms and torrential rain over the weekend, causing landslides and flooding that have reportedly left seven people dead. The storm is the latest in a series of extreme weather events across Europe, with destinations like Greece and Türkiye seeing searing temperatures and wildfires. Understandably, those with a trip booked to Switzerland and the other affected...
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This is the new CEO of Swiss
43-year-old Jens Fehlinger will take over as CEO of Swiss on 1 October 2024. The airline professional will replace Dieter Vranckx, who will move to the Executive Board of the Lufthansa Group on 1 July. Until Jens Fehlinger takes office, Chief Commercial Officer Heike Birlenbach will act as CEO ad interim, according to Swiss. Fehlinger...
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Flooding of Rhone River causes severe road and rail traffic disruptions
Following heavy rainfall on Saturday and during the night, the Rhone River and its tributaries have flooded. Keystone / Jean-Christophe Bott Due to flooding in canton Valais, southern Switzerland, the A9 motorway between Sierre and Sion is closed. The entire canton is on alert, cantonal authorities said on Sunday. This content was published on June...
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The UAE propels its outbound tourism sector with a new visa-free policy for countries including the UK, Canada and Switzerland – Travel And Tour World
Home » News Pick » The UAE propels its outbound tourism sector with a new visa-free policy for countries including the UK, Canada and Switzerland Sunday, June 30, 2024 Reading Time: 3 minutes The United Arab Emirates (UAE) propels its outbound tourism sector for the Emirati citizens with a new visa-free policy for countries including...
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Tourism spending in Switzerland hit record levels in 2023
Switzerland brought in an unprecedented amount of tourism revenue last year. Keystone/Urs Flueeler Revenue from foreign guests in Switzerland rose again last year. The Swiss also spent more money travelling abroad. In both cases, previous records from the pre-Covid period were surpassed. This content was published on June 28, 2024 – 13:45 Do you want...