Nestled between the majestic Alps and the sculpted shores of Lake Lucerne, the city of Lucerne was always going to be something special.
Zürich, the country's largest city, provides big-city pleasures in classic Swiss fashion, with the outdoors just a short distance away.
This Alpine community exudes spirituality due to the presence of some thirty monks who continue to live and teach at the Benedictine monastery founded in the 12th century.
Northeastern Switzerland's St. Gallen is well-known for its magnificent gilded library and Rococo cathedrals, but it also has a long tradition of needlework and design.
Its ancient town, which is best explored on foot, is home to a 6 km long covered arcade with several stores and cafes and is recognized as a UNESCO World Heritage Site.
The multicultural city has a lot to offer tourists, including excellent jazz concerts, outdoor markets, and a large variety of museums.
Skiers and hikers travel from far and wide to visit Zermatt, one of Switzerland's most well-known Alpine villages.
In this Italian-speaking canton, where the good life is celebrated year-round vespas speed by lakes surrounded by palm trees and mountains Meals also appear to go on forever.