Blog Posts:
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Learning German with iTalki
iTalki is an on-line platform that allows you to easily connect 1-on-1 with language tutors. I’ve been using it now for a month or so and here are my impressions on teacher quality, ease of scheduling, and price.
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Winter Hiking at Rigi – Rigi Kulm to Rigi Scheidegg
After hiking the winter trail from Rigi Kulm to Rigi Scheidegg (11 km, 280 ascent, 390 descent) this past weekend, I’m putting it on my definite-recommend list.
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Hiking the Rhine Falls Round Tour (Short Loop)
The powerful Rhine Falls are an easy and fun day trip from Zürich. I recently went there with my in-laws for a short winter hike.
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Visiting the Lindt Home of Chocolate
This was my first time going to the Lindt Home of Chocolate, but I am very certain, it won’t be my last. I will definitely be recommending this fun, informative, and tasty tour to all of my guests.
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Sledding at Melchsee-Frutt
At 8km, the sled run at Melchsee-Frutt is one of the longest runs in Switzerland, and in my opinion, one of the most fun
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Spicy, Cheesy, Corn Casserole (Or Dip!)
This spicy, cheesy, corn casserole is a perfect side dish and can also be served as a dip with tortilla chips.
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Garlic, Lime, Cilantro Chicken Thighs
Garlic, lime and cilantro create a classic flavor combination that I can’t help but love. This combination is especially great when kicked up with a touch of chili powder as it is in this flavorful marinade for grilled chicken thighs.
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Hiking the Trans Swiss Trail – Stage 14 Eggiwil to Schangnau
Stage 14 of the Trans Swiss trail is 13 km and goes from Eggiwil to Schangnau. With 800 m of ascent and 600 m of descent, it is a solid hike.
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Hiking the Trans Swiss Trail – Stage 13 Langnau i.E. to Eggiwil
Stage 13 of the Trans Swiss trail is 12 km and goes from Langnau i.E. to Eggiwil. With 600 m of ascent and 540 m of descent, it is a solid hike.
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Hiking the “Path of the Gods” on the Amalfi Coast from Agerola to Positano, Italy
While in Sorrento, Italy, we hiked the “Sentiero Degli Dei” or the “Path of the Gods” – a 6 kilometer trail along the Amalfi coast starting in Agerola and ending in Nocelle. From Nocelle, we walked an additional 3 kilometers to end our hike in the gorgeous seaside town of Positano.
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Hiking the Mount Vesuvius Cone Loop + Visiting Pompeii and Herculaneum from Naples, Italy
While in Naples, Italy, we visited Pompeii and Herculaneum (two ancient cities buried by the eruption of Mount Vesuvius in AD 79) and hiked the Cone Loop at Mount Vesuvius.
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Hiking the Trans Swiss Trail – Stage 12 Lützelflüh to Langnau i.E.
Stage 12 of the Trans Swiss trail goes from Lützelflüh to Langnau i.E. and is a relatively easy stage at 13 km and only 150 m ascent and 60 m.