Experience quality of life in a country that ticks along like a clockwork...
Its products are sought after the world over, from dangerously delicious cheese and chocolate to luxurious watches whose timekeeping is as sharp as a Swiss army knife, another popular export from this clever little nation located in the Alps.
As a stylish tourist destination it offers top ski resorts like Zermatt and celebrity-studded St. Moritz, while the white peaks of mountains set against blue skies make a wonderful backdrop for summertime hiking.
The ancient capital of Berne provides opportunities for sightseeing and elegant shopping, while nightlife can prove to be a lot of fun, too, since the Swiss like their food and folk music even in discotheques and nightclubs.
Local time: GMT/UTC +1 Currency: Swiss Franc
Climate: Despite the fact that the highest peaks of the Alps can get snow year-round (it's rare July-September, however), Switzerland isn't as cold as most people think. Spring, summer and autumn are all quite comfortable
Language: Swiss German but English is widely spoken
Best time to visit: You can visit Switzerland any time throughout the year. Mid-August to late October generally has fairly settled weather, and is a good period for hiking or Nordic Walking trips. The ski season starts from December and closes down when the snow begins to melt in April
Things to do: Beside Skiing and Boarding, Switzerland also provides lot of sport and leisure activities such as Golfing, Hiking, Mountain biking, Nordic Walking and cultural sights and monuments
Things to know: We suggest visiting in May unless skiing is part of your itinerary—many resort hotels close down for the month
