Female travellers have different needs than their bearded counterparts. That belief is the basis behind Venus Adventures, a tour operating group launched exclusively for women who wish to travel on their own or with groups of girlfriends. Julie Paterson, who divides her time between Switzerland and New Zealand, explains her motivation for launching the company. [...]
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Kiwi lady opens new worlds to women travellers
Posted in Travel, tagged adventure, Culture, Travel, women on September 7, 2009 | Leave a Comment »
Swiss adventure activities
Posted in Travel, tagged adventure, sports, Switzerland, Travel on July 22, 2009 | 1 Comment »
With its extreme landscapes, Switzerland is a lively playground for anyone seeking an adventure vacation. Here are some suggestions for experiences that will yield exciting stories to tell your grandchildren. Read the whole story here: http://www.myswitzerland.com/en/news.cfm?category=Market_News&subcat=USA&id=322090
Mayor of Zurich shares travel tips
Posted in Travel, tagged Switzerland, Travel, Zurich on July 17, 2009 | Leave a Comment »
Corine Mauch, Mayor of Zurich Elected this past March, Corine Mauch is Zurich’s first female mayor as well as the city’s first openly gay mayor. In a recent interview with “Out Traveler,” she offered travel tips for those planning to visit Zurich during the EuroPride. Her insider tips are useful for anyone headed for Zurich this summer and [...]
Deep thrills under the Swiss surface
Posted in Travel, tagged caves, caving, grotto, nature, Switzerland, Travel on July 11, 2009 | Leave a Comment »
Switzerland’s mountains may be top of most travellers’ lists, but its caves are also worth exploring. And their cool climates offer relief from the summer heat. Read the whole story here: http://www.swissinfo.ch/eng/travel/Deep_thrills_under_the_Swiss_surface.html?siteSect=411&sid=10900808&rss=true&ty=st
Time travel, Swiss-style
Posted in Travel, tagged Culture, museums, Switzerland, Travel on May 15, 2009 | Leave a Comment »
Founded in 1291, the Swiss Confederation has had centuries to develop a rich cultural history. Proud of this cultural heritage, Switzerland makes it a priority to preserve it. Today there are numerous places where visitors can experience Swiss culture first-hand. Read the whole story here: http://www.myswitzerland.com/en/news.cfm?category=Market_News&subcat=USA&id=319718
