Archive for 'Switzerland' Category

Foods of the World

One of the best parts of going away travelling is definitely the food and drink you get to experience, and if you just can’t decide where you’d like to go on holiday, a read of the mouth-watering experiences on offer in this post will certainly make these destinations sound all the more appetizing! First off [...]

Summer in the Alps

If you choose to spend your summer in the Alps, you won’t be alone – around 50 million tourists choose this scenic area for their holiday every year. In the summer months, the Alps are popular with hikers and mountaineers eager to explore, while the many alpine lakes attract sailors and swimmers. Whether you want [...]

The Best International Bungee Jump Locations

If you are an adrenaline junkie then your holiday wouldn’t be complete with an extreme sport or activity to look forward to; and amongst these, bungee jumping has got to be high up your list! Royal Gorge Suspension Bridge, Colorado, USA With a massive plummet of 1053ft (321m), Royal Gorge Suspension Bridge stages one of [...]

Montreux Jazz Festival

If you want to ditch the wellies in the mud at Glastonbury, try a festival with a difference and take a break at the Montreux Jazz Festival in Switzerland. Held on the shores of Lake Geneva in July annually, this prestigious music festival is perfect for a festival-themed holiday. A short flight to Geneva from [...]

Zurich Festival

The Zurich Festival is a cultural feast running for a month from June 13th to July 10th where you’ll discover theatre, art, dance, music and opera. Art in abundance Variety really is the name of the game at the Zurich festival. It pushes boundaries and celebrates traditions – you’ll never stop being amazed, surprised, bemused [...]

Ski holiday Geneva

For those who want something different a ski holiday to Geneva will be ideal.  Whether you’re a piste expert or a complete novice you will love Switzerland. Set at the foot of the Alps Geneva is Europe’s most beautiful city. The snow creates the kind of views you only usually see on postcards. If you [...]

Cheap flight Geneva

Famous for its hospitality to the great and the good of the international stage, Geneva is also a fantastic place to spend your holidays this year. Not only does the city by the lake have superb attractions including the beautiful Jet d’Eau and the stunning Cathédrale St-Pierre, but cheap flights are also available with Ebookers. [...]

Weekend getaway in Lake Geneva

Lake Geneva is one of the most beautiful locations in Europe and you can easily skip between the surrounding cities in Switzerland and France, making it the perfect weekend getaway. You can enjoy your holidays on the water with a boat cruise taking in the beautiful surroundings and then stop off for some sightseeing and [...]

Geneva hotels cheap

You may be surprised to hear there is cheap accommodation in Geneva, but Ebookers have uncovered a wealth of great value hotels anyone can afford. You won’t need to be a diplomat or dignitary to enjoy the delights this city has on offer.  Cosmopolitan Geneva, sat on the banks of one of Switzerland’s largest alpine [...]

Geneva hotels 5 star

Geneva boasts some of Europe’s most lavish hotels and where better to spend a weekend break in the cosmopolitan Swiss city then in a five star hotel. Geneva doesn’t come cheap but Ebookers has a great range of five star accommodation at discounted rates. On business? Want to be near the airport but within easy [...]