Holidays to Switzerland Travel Podcast - Plan Your Swiss Vacation

Holidays to Switzerland Travel Podcast - Plan Your Swiss Vacation

Author: Carolyn Schönafinger - Switzerland Vacation Planning Expert Language: English Episodes: 189
Planning a trip to Switzerland can feel overwhelming with so many stunning options, from alpine villages to vibrant cities. That’s where Holidays to Switzerland Travel Podcast-Plan Your Swiss Vacation comes in. Hosted by Carolyn Schönafinger, who founded HolidaysToSwitzerland.com, this podcast feels like having a direct line to a friend who has spent three decades exploring every corner of the country. Instead of generic lists, you’ll hear specific, practical advice shaped by her personal experiences and deep expertise. Carolyn breaks down the nuances of Swiss travel, helping you move beyond the postcard images to plan an itinerary that genuinely fits your interests, whether that’s finding a quiet mountain trail, navigating train passes, or discovering local festivals. Each episode is a focused conversation designed to solve real planning puzzles, saving you time and stress. The guidance you’ll find in this podcast is rooted in a lifetime of knowledge, offering clarity on everything from budgeting and seasonal considerations to those hidden gems most visitors never hear about. It’s about making your Swiss vacation feel achievable and uniquely yours, with all the confidence that comes from learning from someone who truly knows the landscape. Tune in to transform your dream of visiting Switzerland into a well-crafted, unforgettable journey.
Episodes
Trip Report: A Honeymoon in Switzerland [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 35:14
In this episode we chat with Margo and Eric, members of the Switzerland Travel Planning Facebook group from Cleveland, Ohio. They recently returned from their honeymoon in Switzerland after it was delayed for twelve mont…
From Brisbane to Zug - creating a new life in Switzerland [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 33:08
Today’s guest is Kristin Reinhard, an Australian who spent her gap year in Switzerland and is still there today, some 20 years later! In this episode, Kristin tells us how her journey to Switzerland began and why she sta…
Hiking in Switzerland with Tanya Deans of Swiss Family Fun [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 39:40
Tanya Deans started hiking in Switzerland on weekends as a way to spend quality outdoor time with her husband and infant son. As an English-speaking American in Switzerland, she found gathering information in English abo…
Visiting St. Moritz [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 33:30
St. Moritz is more than just a glitzy ski resort. It's a year-round destination no matter what your interests. In this episode of the Holidays to Switzerland Travel Podcast, special guest Dennis Bordkovych shares his top…
Visiting Fribourg canton (including Gruyeres) with Lisa Nyffeler [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 33:15
Chocolate and cheese are synonymous with Switzerland and the medieval village of Gruyères is widely regarded as one of the best places in the country to experience the best of these culinary treats. However, the entire c…
Visiting Graubunden with Thalia Wunsche [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 27:46
Graubünden may be the largest canton in Switzerland but it is less well known to many international visitors than some other cantons. Boasting over 600 lakes and 900 mountains, the canton is home to some of Switzerland's…