Interlaken: Overhyped or Underappreciated?
Switzerland is known for many things: Europe’s most gorgeous mountains and peaks, hidden bank accounts and expensive travel. One of my favourite places in Switzerland is Interlaken. It’s not exactly a travel writer’s secret; one only has to look at the hordes of Asian and American tourists piling onto the “express” train that takes you to Europe’s highest railway station, Jungfraujoch.
But in fact, I think the whole region is really under appreciated. I spent quite a bit of time there and couldn’t believe how enjoyable the place was – and despite all the tourists, I actually found myself alone on quiet trails or enjoying relaxing cafe terraces. Here’s a few of the things I found most enjoyable and suggestions for how you can enjoy a stay of any length (or in fact any season – there are things to do in Interlaken year-round) in this little Swiss hangout. I’ll be skipping the highest railway station and instead headed for quieter and more enjoyable places. Here’s my travel more Interlaken story.
Note: When you arrive in Interlaken, make sure you get a map – or print one out, such as this one. The area is connected by a series of gondolas, trains, and buses. This is the high Alps here, so sometimes the routes are circuitous. That’s part of the fun.
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Chocolate (Travel) Bliss
Do you love chocolate? Then you’ll love the new book by Susie Norris called Chocolate Bliss. You might be wondering to yourself how the world of travel and chocolate align? Well, read on to find out about finding your own chocolate travel bliss….
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Photo Essay: Patterns
Since it seems my last photo essay, Reflections, was a big hit, I thought we would continue with another theme this month: patterns. I chose these images because of their unique perspective on a particular minute detail; in some cases it’s clear what you’re looking at, but in others it isn’t. In all of them (except for one or two 
) you can’t really tell where the photo was taken.
It’s just a brief reminder when you’re on your travels to open your eyes. The old adage is true – look up, you’ll see more.
The controversial facade of the Scottish Parliament, Edinburgh, Scotland
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Swiss Bliss in Interlaken
As warmth finally starts creeping its way into the European continent, I started daydreaming about one of my favourite places to visit for the great outdoors, Interlaken, Switzerland. It is one of the most inspirational places I’ve been and it offers adventures for all palates.
This base station on the gondola appears through the mist…just for a moment.
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