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Traveling through Europe is the dream vacation many Americans only fantasize about. If you are brave enough to strike out across Europe after graduation or maybe sometime before tying the knot, then make sure to include Switzerland on your itinerary.
Switzerland is the jewel of Europe situated at its very heart and is the perfect destination if you enjoy culture, modern sophistication and breathtaking landscapes. With the Swiss Alps and cities like Bern and Zurich, Switzerland is an amazing place to visit. Activities like skiing and hiking, traditional folk entertainment and the shopping opportunities make for a wonderful experience.
The Best Cities in Switzerland
The country side is great any time of year and cities like Zurich, Bern or Geneva leave a lasting impression. Zurich is located on the Limmat River. The cities must see attractions include the Gothic Fraumunter, the Fluntern Cemetery and the Church of Our Lady. If you love shopping check out the famous Bahnhofstrasse Street in Zurich. The city of Geneva also has much to offer, such as the world's tallest fountain, the flower clock, and the Musee de L'Horlogere which is all about Swiss watches.
The Swiss Alps are a wonderful part of Switzerland's charm. If you're planning to travel Switzerland during the winter season you'll be delighted with the scenery and quaint accommodations. The mountain peaks rise above 4,000m and have some amazing ski resorts. Adventure seekers will love skiing at Matterhorn or in the Zermatt region. Mount Titlis and mount Rigi are also popular attractions with glaciers and capped peaks. During summer, the Swiss Alps are a natural paradise and a great place for hiking and sightseeing.
The Montreux Jazz Festival
Switzerland is a country with exceptional history, culture and traditions. If you enjoy cultural travel experiences, Switzerland is the place to be. The highly acclaimed Montreaux Jazz festival attracts thousands of tourists who enjoy excellent music every year. Rock stars such as Queen and Stevie Ray Vaughn have played in the Montreux Jazz festival and Charlie Chaplin once lived nearby.
If you decide to take in the Jazz festival, contact the Golf Hotel Rene Capt for help with getting tickets and access to some of the freebies insiders get when you stay there. Be sure to book ahead as the entire town will be booked solid for some time before and after the festival. For the best deals on Hotels Montreux phone 41 (0)21 966 25 25
When you book a room, mention that you found them through this article and they will likely include a bottle of local wine compliments of the Golf Hotel staff. If you have time, you might even want to tour the local vineyards and visit Chillon Castle for a peek into the colorful past Switzerland holds in wait just for you.
