Zermatt is a well known Swiss place for skiing, but that’s also a fantastic destination for Summer holidays. Paragliding, hiking, discovering green landscapes and the snowy Matterhorn… There are plenty of activities. And what a better hotel to stay in than the five-star Mont Cervin Palace. Finding a good mountain destination for Summer is not easy. But there is a…
The selection of five-star hotels in Lausanne is quite large. Almost 10 years after my visit at Beau-Rivage Palace, this time I decided to go for a hotel at good distance from the lake and the old city. And here is the Royal Savoy Lausanne, a stunning castle hotel with beautiful lake views and a gorgeous modern Spa. Few steps…
Discretion, minimalism and faultless service. This is to me a good definition of Swiss luxury, and the Bellevue Palace in Bern is a great example. This hotel, throughout its dense history, has always been the discreet house of distinguished travelers and international diplomatic delegations. Let’s have a look at this unique location. Located in the historical center of Bern, on…
After exploring Zurich canton and its luxury hotels, I headed to Interlaken and stayed at the flamboyant Victoria Jungfrau Grand Hotel & Spa. A grande dame with a long history and luxurious facilities, ideally located in that lovely Swiss city. The Victoria Jungfrau Grand Hotel is a bit like the Majestic Barrière in Cannes or the Fullerton in Singapore. It’s…
Michel Reybier Hospitality opened recently La Réserve Eden au Lac, in Zürich. This little sister of the great La Réserve Genève offers unparalleled views of Zurich Lake in a yacht club-like building designed by Philippe Starck. This boutique hotel also hosts two surprising restaurants. Settled right on Zurich Lake’s shore, La Réserve Eden au Lac is the latest baby from…
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