What’s On in March 2014

Spring is almost here and the list of events in Geneva, Vaud and nearby France is filled with…

Carnival Celebrations

Carnival celebrations are so popular across Switzerland and France that it would be a shame to miss out…

Siegfried at the Opera

As part of the bicentenary celebrations commemorating Wagner’s birth, the Grand Théâtre de Genève has gone the extra mile…

Parc Pré Vert Reopens

Perched high on the hills of Bougy-Villars (VD) and bedecked with the most spectacular views over lac Léman & Mont…

Indoor Playcentres

Considering we still have so many rainy days ahead of us, I reckoned a post about indoor play…

Why Choose Greycoat Lumleys

Greycoat Lumleys is a respected, London-based recruitment company with a team specifically dedicated to the placement of childcare staff…

Les Recyclables

With its 11,000 books, healthy plats du jour and relaxed atmosphere, Les Recyclables is one of our favourite haunts in Geneva.…

Did You Say Concerto?

How would you like to take your children on a musical journey of discovery across time, from Vivaldi…

It’s a CrocO’deal

I might be late to the party but CrocO’deal Coffee in Divonne-les-Bains is such a fab child-friendly haven that I…

More Birthday Tips

My middle son’s birthday is coming up soon (panic!) and this means I’ve been going through all the…

Valentine’s Giveaway

We have a fantastic Valentine’s giveaway for our readers so book a baby-sitter for Saturday night and make…

L’Enfance de l’Art

If you have children aged 0 to 3 don’t miss the upcoming L’Enfance de l’Art Festival, which will be taking…

Winter Sledging

I have been doing some research about winter sledging in the area on behalf of my reckless boys…

French-Style Steak & Chips

Recently opened, L’Entrecôte Mademoiselle in Divonne-les-Bains is a great place to enjoy French-style steak & chips at a reasonable price. The…

Snake, Rattle & Roll

As my boys are currently going through a snakes phase while their little sister is obsessed with apple-eating…