First impressions of Bolivia (I): La Paz
D-day finally came and we were ready to fly to Bolivia. The adventure begins! But first, let me tell you a few basics about the country. Bolivia houses 11 million inhabitants, the official capital is Sucre but the working capital (the seat of government) is in La Paz, and the country has recognized 37 official languages. If you would like to know more interesting facts about Bolivia, read my dedicated page here.
Xmas in Madrid
The ‘Escalade’ race
Each year, on the first Saturday in December, the most popular sporting event in Geneva takes place in the old town : the Escalade Race. This event is for everyone - famous international runners to beginners, children and adults alike. Some people even dress up! Distances run vary from 2kms to 8 kms depending on the category All the races take place in the narrow streets of the old town and finish in the Bastion Park.
A weekend in Frankfurt
I spent the weekend in Frankfurt and really loved this German city. Do you want to know what's beyond beer and sausages? Follow me to discover what to see, where to eat and stay!
My favorite places to eat & drink in Oxford
Graduation weekend in Oxford
After studying in Oxford for a year, my boyfriend finally graduated and we were there to support him in this special moment of his professional life. Keep on reading to learn how the graduation ceremony looked like and what other activities we did throughout this long weekend.
A weekend getaway to Locarno, Ascona & Zermatt
This weekend getaway felt like traveling to two countries. However we only stayed in Switzerland! How is this even possible? Keep reading to discover it.
Red Cross Museum, Jonction and Carouge
We finally went to a museum in Geneva! After coming from DC, where most museums are free, it felt weird not to visit a single museum since I moved here.
From Montreux to Interlaken on board of the Goldenpass Railway
This Sunday we boarded on an unforgettable train journey from Montreux to Interlaken on board of the vintage Goldenpass Railway. We enjoyed a panoramic view of lake Léman, the imposing mountains and the charming Swiss villages along the way.
A daytrip to Lausanne & the Lavaux Vineyard Terraces
We spent a wonderful Saturday having wine with friends in an area by lake Léman close to Lausanne known as the Lavaux Vineyard Terraces. The weather was lovely and this was the best way to say good bye to summer.
‘Désalpe’ in Les Charbonnières & Romainmôtier
We experienced a truly Swiss experience this weekend!
Thanks to the International Geneva Welcome Centre (CAGI) we visited the villages of Les Charbonnières and Romainmôtier-Envy, in the neighboring canton of Vaud.
Bonn & Köln
I was twice in Bonn and Cologne (Köln) this year, the first one in September and the second one in November. The former capital of the country until 1991, Bonn is a city in western Germany straddling the Rhine river. It’s known for the Beethoven House, its Münster (a church with a Romanesque cloister and Gothic elements), the old city hall and Poppelsdorf Palace. It also houses a UN Campus with 20 organizations ranging from climate change to volunteerism.