If trains are how you move through Switzerland, boats are how you feel it. There’s something about being on the water here that instantly shifts your pace. You’re no longer rushing from one place to another, checking connections or watching the clock. Instead, you’re sitting on a deck, maybe slightly overdressed or slightly underdressed (depending on the wind, because Switzerland), holding a drink, and just… watching the landscape unfold.

There are places in Switzerland that seem almost too perfect to be real: a turquoise lake, mountains rising behind it, waterfalls tumbling down a cliff, and, hidden inside that cliff, an underground world of caves. The St. Beatus Caves are one of those places. Located above Lake Thun, just outside Interlaken, the caves combine nature, history and a rather dramatic legend involving a saint and a fire-breathing dragon. And somehow, despite being such a spectacular place to visi

Imagine travelling through the Swiss Alps on a historic steam train, climbing towards the Furka Pass through tunnels, bridges and breathtaking mountain scenery. Welcome aboard the Furka Steam Railway, one of Switzerland’s most spectacular historic railways and a unique way to experience the Alps. Once part of the original Glacier Express route, today this heritage railway brings the journey back to life, with steam locomotives running between Realp and Oberwald.

Ride the GoldenPass Belle Époque in Switzerland, a historic train journey through stunning Alpine landscapes, Lake Geneva and the GoldenPass line.

Discover the best of Lucerne: embark on a journey through rich history, vibrant culture, and stunning mountain views with Ivankally's personal Lucerne travel guide.

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If there’s one experience in Europe that feels straight out of a dream, it’s this: floating above Vilnius. Not metaphorically. Literally.

Switzerland is incredibly well organized, especially when it comes to outdoor activities. Trails are marked, infrastructure is reliable, and everything just works. But having the right apps on your phone makes a big difference, especially if you want to feel confident and independent. One of the most reassuring things about hiking in Switzerland is how well everything is marked. You rarely feel lost, and even when you do, a sign is usually just around the corner.

Every January, Lucerne transforms into something almost surreal.For a few winter nights, the already beautiful city becomes a stage of light, sound, and storytelling, where historic buildings, quiet squares, and even the lake itself turn into immersive art installations.Welcome to the LILU Light Festival Lucerne—one of Switzerland’s most magical winter events, and (in my opinion) one of the best reasons to embrace the cold instead of escaping it.What Is the LILU Festival (And

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Embark on a journey of sun-soaked landscapes, vibrant culture, and rich history as we delve into the enchanting city of Lisbon, - Ivankally's personal Lisbon travel advice

The best way to travel throughout Switzerland? Public transport: no traffic, scenic routes and anything from funiculars to boats... but especially trains!

Winter in Dresden feels like stepping into a carefully crafted stage set: baroque facades softened by winter light, cloudy skies reflecting on the Elbe, and the quiet hum of trams gliding through the city. Add Christmas markets, mulled wine warming your hands, and a deep-rooted tradition of craftsmanship, and you have a destination that truly comes into its own in the colder months. Dresden doesn’t shout, it glows.

Few cities feel as timeless, and as personal, as Vienna . Nestled along the Danube , wrapped in imperial elegance and creative energy, Vienna is the kind of place that feels like an old friend. For me, it’s more than a destination. It’s a yearly pilgrimage, a mosaic of laughter, coffee breaks, and long walks through history. Each summer, Vienna turns into a living symphony: music drifting from open-air concerts, cafés buzzing with life, and golden sunsets bathing the city in

Rising between Lake Lucerne, Lake Zug, and Lake Lauerz, Mount Rigi is often called the Queen of the Mountains, and it’s easy to see why. With sweeping panoramic views, charming alpine trails, and one of the oldest mountain railways in Europe, Rigi perfectly captures the magic of the Swiss Alps.

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When winter graces the charming landscapes of Croatia, it bestows upon this Mediterranean gem an enchanting allure that is as elegant as it is picturesque. While coastal Croatia shimmers with summer's memories, it's the capital, Zagreb, that takes center stage during the colder months, casting a spell of sophistication and warmth across its historic streets. Zagreb, a city where history and modernity intertwine seamlessly, becomes a true winter wonderland. The city's Upper To