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The Best Sunrises and Sunsets in Switzerland
The best places in Switzerland to witness a sunrise or sunset.
Robert & Melinda Schoutens
Aug 112 min read


Basler Läckerli Huus Tour
Basler Läckerli are a sweet staple in the region. These spicy biscuits that have a very unique taste are flavored with honey, nuts...
Robert & Melinda Schoutens
Oct 13, 20232 min read


First Aid & Mental Health Courses in English
The History of HealthFirst HealthFirst was founded in 2008 by Dr. Michelle Wright and Dr. Penny Fraser. The organization was created as a...
Robert & Melinda Schoutens
Apr 19, 20235 min read


Fasnacht Etiquette
It's almost that incredible time of the year when Basel celebrates its yearly carnival. Fasnacht, is steeped in tradition and has been...
Robert & Melinda Schoutens
Feb 21, 20232 min read


Hiking in Switzerland - White-Blue-White Trail Markers
Of all the trails in Switzerland, the white-blue-white trails pose the greatest risk! These trails are known as Alpine trails and for...
Robert & Melinda Schoutens
Aug 17, 20223 min read


Hiking in Switzerland - White-Red-White Trail Markers
To continue with our theme of how to read a Swiss Trail Marker, today we will explore the white-red-white trails, which are also known as...
Robert & Melinda Schoutens
Aug 15, 20224 min read


Hiking in Switzerland - Yellow Trail Markers
Hiking in Switzerland is an absolute dream. With 65,000 km of well maintained and marked trails, hiking is one of the favorite past times...
Robert & Melinda Schoutens
Aug 15, 20223 min read


Cherry Hike Switzerland
Searching for the perfect spring hike doesn’t have to be a chore. In fact, we recently discovered one of the most beautiful hikes not far...
Robert & Melinda Schoutens
Apr 24, 20221 min read


Pratteln to Muttenz - Rebenweg
There is something absolutely magical about the autumn. Wearing sweaters, indulging in the cooler temperatures and experiencing the...
Robert & Melinda Schoutens
Nov 1, 20212 min read


Basler Herbstmesse 2024
It's that time again when Basel celebrates the arrival of autumn with its fall festival. Herbstmesse will celebrate over 550 years (this...
Robert & Melinda Schoutens
Oct 4, 20212 min read


Augusta Raurica - Step Back in Time
Are you familiar with Augusta Raurica? Have you ever visited this ancient wonder? Augusta Raurica is home to gorgeously preserved Roman...
Robert & Melinda Schoutens
Jun 28, 20212 min read


24 Stops/Rehberger-Weg
A few years ago, we discovered a way to combine both the education of art and the natural world for our children. There is a lovely hike...
Robert & Melinda Schoutens
Jun 17, 20212 min read
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