Dreaming of a white Christmas? Zermatt might be the most magical place on earth. Picture twinkling fairy lights, cosy chalets, and the iconic Matterhorn towering above a snow-dusted village, it feels like Christmas straight out of a snow globe. Whether you’re travelling as a couple, with family, or a group of friends, Christmas in Zermatt…
Updated for 2025. Read on for the dates of the best Christmas markets in Europe. There’s something so enchanting about the European cities at Christmas time, seeing medieval squares glittering with lights and a dusting of white snow. While Germany has been putting on festive shows since the 15th century, many other beautiful European cities…
Are you planning a 2-week road trip across Europe, starting in London, but you’re not sure where exactly to go?We recently went on the most epic road trip across Europe. Starting in London and travelling as far as Germany, then back again, exploring 6 countries. We put a lot of time and effort into planning…
Are you planning 4 days in Switzerland, but you’re not sure where exactly to go? Switzerland is one of the most beautiful countries in Europe. With its fairy tale-like towns, snow-capped mountains and alpine lakes, it’s a dream destination for many travellers. But deciding where to go, when there are so many options, can be…
Are you wondering how many days to spend in Zermatt? If you’re visiting Zermatt for the first time, we recommend spending at least 2-3 days there. Even if you’re not planning on skiing. This gives you enough time to really get a feel for the little Swiss town, try some of the local food (fondue;…
If the picturesque Swiss town nestled at the foot of the Matterhorn has piqued your interest, you might be wondering how to get to Zermatt and what is Zermatt’s nearest airport. Whenever we start planning to visit a place working out how we are going to get to our destination is, naturally, the first thing…
We travelled to Switzerland in December 2023 and had an incredible trip. We visited Geneva and Zermatt over the space of a long weekend and both spots were beautiful. But, one thing that we had to make sure of is that we packed appropriate clothing as winter in Switzerland is COLD! Packing for a cold-weather…
The mountain village of Zermatt, Switzerland, is one of the most magical places Chris and I have ever visited. Set in the Swiss Alps beneath the iconic Matterhorn, this alpine town is a dream destination for both skiers and non-skiers. With the Matterhorn in one direction and the little wooden town in the other. We…