The Travelling Tedaldi

Switzerland and cheese go hand in hand. Any trip to Switzerland is not complete without trying at least one type of local Swiss cheese, but did you know there are over 500 cheese dairies across the country, ranging from small family run farms to the large well known cheese producers…

When you think of Switzerland normally three things come to mind; cows, chocolate and cheese. Having lived in Switzerland for a few years we have not only tried many different types of cheese but have also well and truly found all of the best ways to experience cheese across the…

Gruyères is known outside of Switzerland for its delicious cheese, but this area is also a haven for hiking, medieval castles, chocolate and a rather nice spa too! Located in the Pre-Alps canton of Fribourg, this area is often overlooked by visitors to Switzerland, but is an area we think…

Thinking about a trip to Switzerland but not sure when the best time is to visit? We’ve lived in Switzerland for a few years now, and we can safely say that Switzerland is worth visiting at any time of the year, not just in the summer or winter, (which are…

If you are planning on a trip to Switzerland, then you know it isn’t the cheapest place to visit, and public transport is no exception. That being said, there are ways to make it cheaper, one of which is the Swiss Half Fare Card. Having lived in Switzerland for a…

Lugano is not often on visitors to Switzerland’s radar, but this city and the surrounding area are a little slice of Italian heaven in Switzerland. Located in the only Italian-speaking canton of the country, Ticino, and on the southern side of the Alps, Lugano has delightfully warm weather and a…

Thinking about visiting Brienz, but not sure what to do in the area or how long to spend there? This little known location, in comparison to its neighbours Interlaken and Grindelwald, is a haven for local experiences, quiet walks and yet still some of the best blue waters and mountains…