Switzerland SERENE ESCAPISM

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What they say Guest Review July 2018, The Chedi, Andermatt - I have travelled a lot in my life and been fortunate enough to have stayed in some top five star hotels but the staff at the Chedi were

2 What they say Guest Review July 2018, The Chedi, Andermatt - I have travelled a lot in my life and been fortunate enough to have stayed in some top five star hotels but the staff at the Chedi were absolutely outstanding. Friendly, very helpful, spoke quite a few languages, very, very professional. My compliments. The food served at the Chedi was also outstanding, with a very well trained crew, attentive and friendly. The breakfast was unbelievable, the choices plenty and the quality of the food outstanding.

HIGHLIGHTS To name just a few Discover Switzerland s best kept secret (& Europe s largest crystals!) in the San Gottardo Tunnels in the traditional village of Andermatt, the heart of Switzerland.

3 HIGHLIGHTS To name just a few Discover Switzerland s best kept secret (& Europe s largest crystals!) in the San Gottardo Tunnels in the traditional village of Andermatt, the heart of Switzerland. Board the World s most iconic (& refreshingly slow!) train journey - The Legendary Glacier Express, meandering through the ethereal beauty of Switzerland s Lakes & Mountains. Marvel at the natural wonders around the ethereal and magical canton of Appenzell. Including a trip up to one of Switzerland s most iconic, much loved & most photographed mountain side retreat; Berggasthaus Äscher. Be spoilt with more than 500 km of hiking trails, 160 km of mountain bike trails, as well as multiple waterfalls & mountain lakes from the great heights of Grindelwald. And feel on Top of the World (quite literally at Europe s highest Mountain railway, Jungfrau.

4 DESTINATIONS FLIMS LAAX: Nestled in East of Switzerland this staggeringly beautiful area is heavily kept Swiss secret. Here you will find Switzerland s most beautiful Mountain Lake as voted for by the Swiss (and they know pretty lakes when they see one!) The atmosphere is Swiss. Not touristy. And an abundance of flora & fauna to really savour the body & soul. ANDERMATT: A true hidden gem in the heart of Switzerland. Once the home to the Swiss Army (whom today are the only elected protectors to the Pope), Andermatt is a charming, traditional preserve mountain village with a plethora of hiking trails. GRINDELWALD: The Eiger village of Grindelwald in the Bernese Oberland lies embedded in a welcoming and green hollow, surrounded by a commanding mountainscape with the Eiger north face and the Wetterhorn. This mountainscape and the numerous lookout points and activities make Grindelwald one of the most popular and cosmopolitan holiday and excursion destinations in Switzerland. APPENZELL: With about 7,000 inhabitants, Appenzell is the political, economic & cultural center of Appenzell Innerrhoden; the smallest of Switzerland s 26 cantons. The car-free village beckons with pretty lanes & a myriad of small stores & boutiques that are ideal for shopping & browsing. Fantastic Folklore traditions! And with the legendary Berggasthaus Äscher an easy reach from Appenzell, this is one of Switzerland s most authentic areas. Live like Heidi! ZURICH: Achingly elegant yet refreshingly laid back, Zurich is one of the World s most cosmopolitan cities. Small enough to discover on foot yet perfectly connected by train to get out & about with ease. This city is very much Switzerland s premier gateway to it s pristine lands.

ACCOMMODATION IDEAS WALDHAUS FLIMS, Flims - Experience Belle Époque charm combined with exclusive, world-class comfort.

With one of the most impressive Spas I ve seen, this hotel boasts incredible views along with unique Swiss hospitality; friend yet incredible efficient!

THE CHEDI, Andermatt - Combining traditional alpine charm with luxurious modern comforts, the five star Chedi Andermatt is one of the best hotels in the Swiss Alps.

5 ACCOMMODATION IDEAS WALDHAUS FLIMS, Flims - Experience Belle Époque charm combined with exclusive, world-class comfort. Enjoy inspiring, unforgettable moments at Waldhaus Flims nestled in the heart of the alpine world of Flims. With one of the most impressive Spas I ve seen, this hotel boasts incredible views along with unique Swiss hospitality; friend yet incredible efficient! Harking back to the golden heydays, the interiors are traditional but enjoy the modern comforts one expects of a 5 star hotel. THE CHEDI, Andermatt - Combining traditional alpine charm with luxurious modern comforts, the five star Chedi Andermatt is one of the best hotels in the Swiss Alps. Fancy your own ski butler who will have a hot bath ready for you for when you return from a long day up in the mountains? Consider it done. And how about the world s only Japanese Sake Sommelier? Check! All 105 spacious rooms and suites within the Chedi Andermatt enjoy captivating views of the Alps, Andermatt Village or the Schöllenen Gorge. This is a perfect haven is a year round destination - so are their horse & carriages! HOTEL ROMANTIK SCHWEIZERHOF, Grindelwald - Enjoy old time elegance in the historic hotel Schweizerhof in Grindelwald. Commanding spectacular views over the Grindelwald valley along with the touring Tiger yonder, this classic timeless hotel has been listed in Switzerland s Historic Hotels since it s birth. Enjoying a recently huge investment in their Spa & facilities, this is truly one of the most unique hotels I ve had the pleasure of experiencing. Some might say old-y worldly, I say charming!

GOOD TO KNOW ESSENTIAL COUNTRY INFORMATION Switzerland Dialling Code: +41 (0041) Currency: CHF (Swiss Franc) Time Difference: GMT + 1 (PST + 9) Languages spoken: English, Swiss German & French

9 GOOD TO KNOW ESSENTIAL COUNTRY INFORMATION Switzerland Dialling Code: +41 (0041) Currency: CHF (Swiss Franc) Time Difference: GMT + 1 (PST + 9) Languages spoken: English, Swiss German & French Electricity: European (2 pins). Essential Reading/Watching: James Bond, Goldfinger (filmed in Andermatt!) The Alps by Stephen O Shea Altitudes: Appenzell = 780m (2,560 ft). Andermatt = 1,447m (4,747 ft). Murren = 1,640m (5,380 ft). Grindelwald = 1,304m (4,280 ft). ESSENTIAL PACKING LIST Good sturdy walking boots. Most hotels provide walking poles & hiking equipment but always recommend bringing one s trusty favourite walking boots! Body Warmers (Gilets) are very useful way of layering up for when the higher altitude resorts lead to cooler weather, particularly in the evenings. CAMERA! One can t possibly be without a camera (or iphone) when in this astoundingly beautiful country!

10 For full details or for just a general chit chat about all things travel, please do get in touch. I am poised, ready & will be delighted to talk! Lets get this journey started

ITALY & AUSTRIA LAKES & MOUNTAINS

ITALY & AUSTRIA LAKES & MOUNTAINS What they say Guest of Mont Chalet Ortisei, July 2018: We enjoyed a delightful 4 night stay in July in a silver suite, half board. The room was spacious, spottlessly clean