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SWISS starts new Zurich-San Francisco service

SWISS’s first-ever non-stop scheduled flight to San Francisco departed from Zurich earlier this month (July 2). San Francisco is SWISS’s seventh North American destination.

Alpine summer adventures at rocksresort

Calling all adrenaline junkies! For a summer adventure with a difference head to the Alpine region of Flims Laax Falera, only 90 minutes from Zürich, where a plethora of exhilarating mountain activities awaits.

Flybe announces early bird ski routes

Flybe has announced the early release of an attractive selection of its most popular ski routes from Birmingham, Exeter and Southampton to Chambery, Geneva and Salzburg all of which are now on sale for travel during Winter 2010/11.

Golfers on top of the world in St Moritz

Golfers on top of the world in St Moritz

Acknowledged as one of the world’s most stylish ski resorts, St Moritz is now looking to make its mark as the most glamorous golf destination in Europe.

Mountain fitness in the Swiss Alps

Mountain fitness in the Swiss Alps

Equilibrium offers the ultimate combination of hiking, yoga, massage and relaxation in the stunning surroundings of Verbier.

Geneva hotel celebrates art of Swiss watch-making

Geneva hotel celebrates art of Swiss watch-making

With shopping a key attraction for visitors from the GCC to Geneva, The Rocco Forte Collection’s Le Richemond hotel has introduced an intelligent new service which prospective watch buyers will find hard to resist.

Enjoy spring skiing on Gstaad’s Glacier 3000

Enjoy spring skiing on Gstaad’s Glacier 3000

Gstaad, one of Switzerland’s most popular ski destinations, promises snow lovers perfectly groomed pistes, sunshine and magnificent Alpine panoramas all the way through spring.

Back to basics: Family holidays

Back to basics: Family holidays

A recent YouGov survey reveals that 91% of parents with children up to eight years said their children could enjoy a holiday without theme parks or amusement arcades, while 75% of those parents planned to include traditional activities such as country walks and cycling on their trip.

Freeriders to compete for tour crown at Nissan Xtreme

The world’s top ski and snowboarding freeriders will this weekend compete for the coveted title of 2010 Freeride World Tour Champion at the Nissan Xtreme by Swatch in Verbier, Switzerland.

SWISS serves up inflight delights from Lucerne

Swiss International Air Lines has turned to the Lucerne region for the latest chapter in its “SWISS Taste of Switzerland” inflight culinary programme.

Easter celebrations at The Cambrian

Easter celebrations at The Cambrian

The Cambrian, the only 'Mr & Mrs Smith' hotel in Switzerland and a member of Design Hotels, is celebrating Easter in style this year with gourmet meals and spa treatments for parents, and lots of fun activities for the kids.

Easter treats at Chalet Zen, Zermatt

Easter treats at Chalet Zen, Zermatt

This year, why not treat yourself to an Easter break on the slopes and spend some quality time with friends or family at Chalet Zen - an absolute gem and one of only a handful of chalets available to rent in the world-class resort of Zermatt.

Last minute Valentine’s breaks

Celebrate this year’s St. Valentine’s Day with a difference by whisking your loved-one away for a romantic European city break.

Snowboarder-friendly ski chalets

Snowboarder-friendly ski chalets

It’s not just about looking the part on the slopes, but choosing the right place to hang-out, party, and perhaps even sleep.

Swissôtel Hotels & Resorts marks 30th anniversary

Swissôtel Hotels & Resorts marks 30th anniversary

Swissôtel Hotels & Resorts have every reason to celebrate the new year: this is the year the Swiss hotel chain turns 30.