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Do you want to hike or walk in Geneva, and also see some interesting places? Here’s my pick of five favourite spots.

The scene is set: a sleek Ferrari purrs near the entrance of La Réserve Genève Hotel & Spa, its glossy red paint catching the summer sun. A bold L sticker on the windshield suggests a learner driver, but the confident rev of the engine and smooth acceleration tell a different story.

PRADA -­Sustainable awareness-­raising A backpack with a sporty design made from re-nylon, which is obtained from recycled plastics from the sea. The Sea Beyond project of the Prada Group, which promotes awareness of sustainability and marine conservation, receives 1% of the proceeds from sales. – prada.com

I don’t know when I first felt that tug of insolence when people said things like ‘silence is golden’ or ‘the quieter you become, the more you can hear’.

There are moments when technology fades into the background — and all that remains is atmosphere. A sense of flow, light, sound, and clarity that simply feels right. Behind such moments is often a team like smARTec: quiet experts in event technology who understand that perfection doesn’t need to be loud.

Nature-inspired design and delicate touches, like the intricate weave of a rug or the fine craftsmanship of a decorative piece, set the tone in luxury hospitality, and upscale spaces, creating environments that feel calm, intentional, and deeply comforting.

In the world of luxury, curated experiences matter more than ever – and QoQa.ch delivers exactly that. Founded in 2005 by Pascal Meyer, the platform has evolved from a one-deal-a-day website into a dynamic hub of discovery.

You can find further information and details at leadingswissevents.ch

After Bern and Lucerne, thirst and the desire to discover the local delicacies have brought our editor to Basel. Situated at the so-called Rhine knee, the sublime Grand Hotel Les Trois Rois proved to be a comfortable starting point for liquid adventures and the search for top-shelf cocktail establishments.

The railway station in Zweisimmen in the Bernese Oberland only has seven platforms, yet a group of strikingly elegantly dressed winter travellers have gathered here. A designer from New York in a shiny brown fur blouson approaches us to make sure he’s in the right place – does the train to Gstaad leave from here?

Why head out on a walk, embark on a hike or go running in Montreux? Because your dopamine will thank you! Being outdoors in the Swiss Riviera offers the perfect way to do some sightseeing, complete with a bit of light training, or a hard session – depending on what kind of activity you are looking for. On top of that, you’ll also feel instantly happier. Here are my favourite spots:

Thousands of tiny golden leaves and dots are shining in the sun. I notice them even before I see the famous yellow stores above the balconies upon arriving at the Fairmont Le Montreux Palace.

Shall we call it the crème de la crème, or does the spa world deserve its own seal of excellence? There are various reasons I hadn’t yet made it to the Bürgenstock Resort Lake Lucerne, with its breathtaking views and beautiful spa. But this only proved that good things are worth the wait, and that sometimes, reality exceeds expectations.

A museum for the ears, trekking with llamas, saunas on Lake Zurich, world-class design and, of course, plenty of culinary highlights: discover four popular Swiss destinations from a different perspective with the travel guide from our food author Alexander Kühn - and enjoy the comfort of five Swiss deluxe hotels!

The unthinkable happened: my favourite Thai restaurant in Zurich closed down. Actually, it was just a humble Thai shop/takeaway cooking a most yummy lunch. Communal tables, colourful cushions, exotic fruit and silly crackers lying around, a big altar praising His Majesty King Chulalongkorn, you know.

I grew up playing tag with my sister on the back seat of our Chevrolet station wagon without even knowing where the seat belts might be located, drank warm water out of our plastic hose outside and did what any other self-respecting child born in the early 1970s did: I followed my parent’s rules – and lied to them easily when I didn’t: Classic Generation X, right?

There’s a reason the term Presidential Suite carries such weight in the world of luxury travel. Born out of a necessity to host dignitaries and heads of state in a manner befitting their status, these suites weren’t just about providing space; they embodied the prestige and gravitas associated with their respective occupants. In some ways, they’re not just places to stay—they’re backdrops to diplomacy, cultural exchange, and occasionally, high-stakes negotiations.

Crafting Timeless Elegance and a Heritage-Driven approach from Concept to Creation, this passion has become the essence of Iconia Group, a multidisciplinary interior architecture company.

Whether it be nature lovers, bikers, culture vultures, foodies or wine connoisseurs, Lugano attracts visitors all year round with its Mediterranean climate and diversity and it's a mere two-hour train journey from Zurich!

Hieronymus was a scholar and has become the epitome of medieval scholarship in lore. Albrecht Dürer portrayed him in deep contemplation in his writing room, surrounded by symbolically significant accessories of thought. This space for contemplation still serves as a guiding inspiration for the Hieronymus brand today. The passion for the black art of letterpress printing has been preserved to this day and the Swiss company dedicates its entire portfolio to paper and writing culture. Nostalgic? We asked Creative Director Thorsten Traber about this topic.