Are you planning to see scenic Switzerland by train? In this episode, Carolyn answers 15 of the most frequently asked questions by travellers who plan to travel Switzerland by train. If you’ve ever wondered if there are weight limits for luggage on Swiss trains, or have asked ‘do Swiss trains have toilets?’, these questions and many more will be answered in this episode.

Listen now to learn:

• Why you should use trains instead of renting a car
• Are there fast trains in Switzerland?
• Do Swiss trains run on time?
• What are the best rail passes or Swiss train tickets for tourists?
• What trains are not covered with the Swiss Travel Pass?
• Are there discounts for children on Swiss trains?
• First class and second class differences
• Are seat reservations required on Swiss trains?
• Do Swiss trains operate on Sundays and public holidays?

These questions and more are answered in this episode to help you plan your vacation by train around Switzerland with confidence.


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Are you ready to ride on the world's first and only open-air double-decker cable car? Join us in this episode as Carolyn chats with Lena Häfelfinger to learn all about visiting Mt. Stanserhorn. Lena shares the many reasons to visit the mountain which include great views over Lake Lucerne, hiking, learning about the local flora and fauna, and dining at the Stanserhorn restaurant where you can enjoy a candle light dinner. Stanserhorn's summit is reached by both funicular and cable car and Lena tells us about the frequency of services and ticket prices for Stanserhorn (Swiss Travel Pass holders travel for free!).

Listen now to learn about:

• Where Mount Stanserhorn is located
• How to get to Mt. Stanserhorn from Lucerne
• The historic funicular and Cabrio Bahn Stanserhorn
• Ticket prices for the Stanserhorn excursion
• What to do at Mt. Stanserhorn
• When you can visit Mt. Stanserhorn
• Important tips you should know before visiting the mountain

⭐ Guest: Lena Häfelfinger from CabriO Stanserhorn
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Let's go in search of five of the most beautiful waterfalls in Switzerland! In this episode, our guest, Melinda Schoutens, joins us to tell us about some of her favourite Swiss waterfalls. Each of these breathtaking waterfalls in Switzerland are easily reached by public transport - or on foot if you enjoy a hike - and will be a highlight of your Switzerland vacation.

Listen now to learn about:

• Rhine Falls near Schaffhausen
• Trümmelbach Falls near Lauterbrunnen
• Giessbach Falls on Lake Brienz
• Reichenbach Falls near Meiringen
• Engstligen Falls near Adelboden
• How to reach the featured waterfalls
• What steps you should take before your next Swiss hike
• Essential equipment you should bring while hiking in Switzerland
• How to find out the difficulty level of hikes

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