H Stories

A family legacy, a decade of creation, and a new chapter where fashion meets haute perfumery.

Staying in a suite always feels a little like moving into a brand-new home. Small, yes. Temporary, yes. But entirely yours. And best of all, without the planning or the headaches over big questions and tiny details. No delays, no years of waiting. Someone has already arranged everything, planned it all, and executed it to perfection.

Spending a summer weekend on the shores of Lake Lucerne is always a good idea. And if you get to check in at the Park Hotel Vitznau, you’re pretty much guaranteed an unforgettable experience. Grab your most glamorous sunglasses and join me!

The first time I really noticed, it must have been around 2022. It was during one of the first post-pandemic years, when many of us had been forced – often for the very first time – to ease up on the gas pedal we’d been flooring for decades.

There are mornings in Zurich when the lake feels like a mirror held up to the sky, silver grey and perfectly still. The kind of morning that urges you to slow down and look around, to enjoy. And on the second floor of one of the city’s most quietly spectacular hotels, the guests of La Réserve Eden au Lac Zurich will find a new reason to do exactly that.

When you think of Bucherer, you think of watches, Swiss precision, and exceptional service. What you might not expect is what lies behind all of that: a living atelier in the heart of Lucerne, where goldsmiths, stone setters and gemmologists have spent their days in quiet, devoted pursuit of some of the finest gemstones on earth – every single day since 1888.

Anyone strolling along Lake Geneva on a summer evening feels the magic of the Montreux Jazz Festival. In 2026, it celebrates its 60th anniversary with retrospectives, unique collaborations and exclusive concerts. With freshly renovated venues and new stages, Montreux remains a vibrant meeting place for music lovers and a celebration of sound, soul and spontaneity. Image: MJF Emilien Itim

The days between Christmas and New Year are all about reflection. A time to reconnect with what unites us as people. And honestly – what brings us together more than sports? Where people from different nations, languages and cultures meet, something magical happens true community. That’s exactly the spirit behind the Spengler Cup, founded back in 1923. More than just a hockey tournament, it was designed as a celebration of international friendship. A century later, that original idea still defines the soul of this legendary ice hockey festival in Davos.

The story of the Glacier Express dates back to the golden 1920s, when affluent tourists from around the globe began discovering the magic of the Swiss mountains.

Finding inspiration and joy in being a tourist in his own city, our columnist explores three great bars in Zurich – all of them with an emphasis on not only spectacular flavours and top-notch ingredients, but also on design and hospitality.

The long-distance hiking trail Via Engiadina is a winter dream. Our author surrendered herself to the whiteness of the Rhaetian Alps and lost sight of everyday life.

Imagine this: your favourite chef – the one you’ve admired for years because of their relentless creativity, inventive spirit and fearless curiosity – is caught ordering from a new French-Australian company that delivers completely pre-made culinary creations.

Ticino is a cyclist’s paradise - The route for our adventure was quickly chosen. Few places in Switzerland are as perfect for long cycling tours as Ticino. Here, you’ll find everything from flat lakeside paths to challenging mountain climbs – the ideal setting to combine sporting activity with indulgent experiences.

Not to be dramatic, but how insane is the fact that I haven’t kissed anyone besides my husband Nik for nearly 28 years? That’s about 10,000 days of waking up and falling asleep next to him, texting things like ‘it’s your godson’s birthday today’ and planning holidays with the lowest chance of sitting in traffic – his personal Armageddon.

Whether you’re chasing endorphins or majestic silence, Pontresina offers winter trails that are both accessible and unforgettable. From playful paths to glacier’s-edge challenges, here are five inspiring routes to run or hike – each with its own pace, mood and magic.

There’s something in the air, and I can’t quite put my finger on it. This close to Italy, it might be the Italian ‘dolce vita’ I’m sensing. All I know is that this feeling of pure contentment has everything to do with the old-world luxury I’m enjoying at the Splendide Royal Lugano.

In Pontresina, autumn wears a golden crown and history whispers its secrets through the radiant valley. I set out to discover for myself the wonders of the Grand Hotel Kronenhof. What follows is a weekend of alpine ritual, enchanting luxury, majestic nature and a bit of adventure on the side.

For once, packing my hiking boots would have made much more sense than my heels. But make no mistake, this relaxed mountain destination is redefining what modern luxury and self-care can be. Come join me for a laid-back trip to one of the Swiss Alp’s best-kept secrets: The Peak Health Spa at the Capra Sass-Fee.

Pack your sense of wonder and don’t forget a cozy sweater – we’re heading to Zermatt, the crown jewel of the Swiss Alps! From the moment you hop on board the mountain train to the last sip of Heida wine under starlit skies, this isn’t just a getaway – it’s a grand alpine love story. Join us as we glide from peaks to palaces, shepherds’ huts to spa bliss and feel wrapped in Swiss charm with a touch of audacious luxury.

A conversation at the foot of the Matterhorn.