AFAR’s 2024 Travel Vanguard Award has recognised Switzerland Tourism for its pioneering efforts in uniting the Swiss tourism industry under a shared commitment to sustainability. This award honoured and recognised the work of nine tourism companies in total. Switzerland Tourism’s “Swisstainable” initiative encourages tourism providers to adopt sustainable practices, building on the country’s strengths, such […]
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In response to the escalating humanitarian crisis in Ukraine, Switzerland has announced a substantial winter support package totaling 45 million Swiss francs (approximately £40 million). This initiative aims to address the pressing needs arising from the ongoing conflict with Russia, particularly focusing on restoring energy infrastructure, repairing damaged housing, and meeting urgent humanitarian requirements. The […]
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Switzerland is gearing up to host the Women’s UEFA Euro 2025 in less than eight months time. Starting on the 2nd of July, the first match will see Iceland take on Finland at the Arena Thun. All eyes in the country, however, will be on the second match of the day as the hosts Switzerland […]
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There’s something comforting about the cafés in Basel, Switzerland’s cultural capital located at the border with France and Germany. It is, perhaps, because of the sweet aroma of Swiss confectionary delights creating a uniquely sweet, cotton-like vibe. Perhaps it’s because of the warm Swiss hospitality coupled with home-made delicacies made to perfection. Cafés in Basel […]
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The Christmas Market in Basel, Switzerland, is thought to be the BEST Christmas Market not just in the country but all over Europe. Don’t believe me? Then read what CNN Travel said about Basel’s wonderful, scenic Christmas Market. “It’s hard to find a destination that does Christmas better than Switzerland. Most Swiss towns are pretty much […]
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Mr Markus Leitner, Switzerland’s Ambassador to the United Kingdom, hosted a discussion at the Swiss Embassy in London about sustainable finance. Mr Leitner, who has been Switzerland’s Ambassador to the United Kingdom since 2021, hosted the dialogue on Tuesday last week. The dialogue saw a panel of executives and experts discussing a range of questions […]
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Basel, located in the north-west of the country, is undoubtedly Switzerland’s capital of culture. With almost 40 museums, its historical architecture very much in tact, numerous cafes, events, fairs and the Rhine river flowing through the city, there is so much to do for everyone. Whether you like to sip coffee, enjoy delicious Swiss confectionary […]
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The Women’s EHF Euro 2024 Handball Championship is due to take place in Basel, Switzerland’s cultural capital. Commencing on 28 November, the Women’s EHF Euro 2024 Handball Championship will take place across four different locations in three different countries. The tournament will see participation from a total of 24 teams. The host cities include Basel, […]
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Switzerland Tourism, the national tourism organisation of Switzerland, has been awarded the Digital Innovation of the Year prize at the Digital Economy Award 2024. The award was presented to representatives of Switzerland Tourism in Hallenstadion, Zurich. The Digital Economy Award has 8 categories in total, and the Digital Innovation of the Year category “honours Switzerland’s […]
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UN Tourism has designated two villages in Switzerland as Best Tourism Villages. The announcement was made last week at an awards ceremony at the UN Tourism Executive Council in Colombia. The villages in Switzerland that have been designated as Best Tourism Villages 2024 are Romoos and Splügen. Fifty-five villages, including Romoos and Splügen, have been […]
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