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Come to Samnaun, in Switzerland, this November to see a display of Santas like you’ve never seen before! It’s the Santa Claus World Championship, taking place November 27-28, 2009.
This event is fun for the whole family with music and skiing, there’s something for everyone. So make plans in your schedule to come and watch these Santas battling it out. You’ll get to see them competing in chimney climbing, gingerbread decorating and of course, delivering gifts!
As summer gives way to Autumn, why not take a scenic fall getaway to Switzerland? Known for its picturesque landscape, Switzerland is the perfect place to unwind from all the events of summer.
You can find everything from serene afternoons by a babbling brook to the excitement of a gondola ride up to the top of a towering mountain in this beautiful country. It is one destination that truly does offer something for everybody!
Not exactly Niagara Falls, but just as beautiful and breathtaking! The Rhine Falls are a great excursion from Schaffhausen, which is a city not too far from Zurich. While the Rhine Falls are not known for their height, their width is spectacular. And on a sunny day, the spray from the falls create colorful rainbows all around.
Summer is rapidly approaching (depending on where you are, the weather may not indicate that!) and many folks are planning their summer getaways. This year, to beat the heat why not plan a fabulous Swiss adventure?
Switzerland is one European country that truly offers something for everyone. And the really great part — the Swiss have an amazing rail network to take you where you want to go. Get a Swiss Pass for unlimited access to the Swiss Travel System.
With the abundance of magnificent peaks you can find while traveling throughout Switzerland, you’ll be glad you packed the digital camera!
Beauty lurks around every corner in this spectacular country, and you can see even more of this lush landscape when you hop on the train and explore.
You may think of Switzerland as cold and mountainous, and to some extent you are correct, however, there is so much more to this Alpine haven!
All the reading and research you could do on this magnificent country cannot fully prepare you for what you’ll feel when you arrive in Switzerland. To truly be able to appreciate this country, you must take a trip there.
Switzerland is chock full of picturesque landscape, welcoming people and of course, tons of mountain peaks! Interlaken represents a great mix of traditional Switzerland.You will find Interlaken located towards the heart of Switzerland, nestled between Lakes Thun and Brienz. Several peaks stand tall above the city, the Eiger, Mönch and Jungfrau, which make it that much more magical to visit!
Basel is credited with being the second largest city in Switzerland. It is located on a bend in the Rhine between the Jura Mountains and Black Forest ridges. Aside from being the first community in Switzerland to have a railway line, Basel had the world’s first international rail station.
Let’s compare your European holiday to a holiday meal. Of course you have your main entrée, which is the focus of the dinner, but ever notice how much the side dishes are enjoyed? When you make your travel plans, think of your railpass or train tickets as the main entrée, as you will need it to get around in Europe. Now you need to add some side-dishes to your plans. Did you know Rail Europe offers some great products that can be the perfect compliment to your railpass?
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