Bern was the halfway point of my quick, five-day trip through Switzerland. It was also the transition point from the French to German side of the country, as I had visited Geneva and Lausanne beforehand. Also written as "Berne," this city is the capital of Switzerland, and it's known for its UNESCO-appointed Altstadt (Old Town) … Continue reading Destination: Bern, Switzerland
Salut, tout le monde! It has been a long time coming, but as of yesterday, I *finally* received my titre de séjour! Also known as a residency card, it permits me to work in France, as well as to legally be in the country overall. Through much back-and-forth with the Prefecture (and countless headaches), I'm just glad … Continue reading How I got my titre de séjour in France (story time)
About a 45-minute drive from Geneva, the city of Lausanne is smaller in size, but also a bustling hub for global business. It's famous as the "Olympic Capital" of the world, for it houses the International Olympic Committee, and it's projected to host the Winter Youth Olympics in 2020. That said, there's a considerable amount … Continue reading Destination: Lausanne, Switzerland
For many people who have never been to Switzerland, perhaps a few things which come to mind are the snowy Alps, fondue, and (not to forget) very expensive. It should not be confused with Sweden, and one should not stereotype the Swiss as Heidi clones and yodelers. Despite being a small country, Switzerland is surprisingly … Continue reading Destination: Geneva, Switzerland
Malta might be an island-nation, but it's not restricted just to a single island. In fact, it's made up of three-- Malta, Comino, and Gozo-- all of which contribute to the country's politics, economy and, of course, its tourism industry. Visiting Malta without visiting its neighboring islands (especially Gozo) wouldn't be quite considered the "complete" … Continue reading Destination: Comino & Gozo, Malta
Rebecca Goes Rendezvous 