What’s On in June 2018

Summer is finally here & the countdown to the family holidays has begun. Here’s our monthly list of events in…

Burgers by the Beach

The number of gourmet food trucks in the Geneva region has increased tenfold in the last few years,…

What’s On in July 2016

The kids’ summer holidays have started — can’t believe how fast this school year has flown by, can you? Whether…

What’s On in June 2016

Summer is finally here & the countdown to the family holidays has begun. Here’s our monthly list of events in…

What’s on in August 2015

The best season of the year is in full swing, whether you’ll be away or spending more time…

Swiss National Day

Swiss National Day is celebrated on August 1st to commemorate the foundation of the Swiss Confederacy – make…

Free Summer Activities

In addition to our previous post about enjoying Geneva for free, we have more tips for you on the best…

What’s On in July 2015

The kids’ summer holidays have started — can’t believe how fast this school year has flown by, can you? Whether…

Best Ice-Cream Parlours

We’ve already posted a list of our favourite ice-cream parlours in June 2013, but so many new Italian gelaterie have…

What’s On in June 2015

Summer is finally here & the countdown to the family holidays has begun. Here’s our monthly list of events in…

Every Mum Is an Island

In full view of the Mont Blanc bridge and yet concealed away from all the hustle and bustle of…

Key English School

If you’re looking for a fun & engaging holiday camp for your children this summer, then Key English School might…

What’s On in August 2014

The best season of the year is in full swing, whether you’ll be away or spending more time…

Au Coeur Des Grottes

Tucked away in a quiet street in the heart of Geneva’s Les Grottes neighbourhood, Au Coeur des Grottes is a…

Japanese Delights in Geneva

A bright new star is shining in Geneva’s gourmand firmament and I’m overjoyed that Expat Husband decided we…

Puro Gelato

I’ve already posted about my ice-cream addiction (I was raised in Italy after all!) so please bear with me if…

For The Love of Books

Without a doubt, one of the nicest  and better-stocked kids bookshops in the Geneva area is La Librerit in Carouge.…

What’s On in August

The best season of the year is in full swing, whether you’ll be away or spending more time…

Beat the Heat

When a heatwave (“canicule” in French) hits, what you need is some water fun to keep the little…

Surfing in Geneva

You’ve done it all: walked the cobbled streets of the old town, taken a photo with your arm…

Geneva Summer Festival

Now that summer is in full swing, the time has come to celebrate Geneva’s Summer Festival, known as…

View From the Treetops

If your children are as energetic as mine and you’re running out of ideas of what to do,…

Summer is CinéTransat

Whoever said there’s no fun to be had in Geneva as everything is just too expensive has probably…

What’s On in July

The kids’ summer holidays have started, I can’t believe how fast this school year has flown by !…

Brunch in the Sun

The summer weather we were all waiting for has finally arrived, so what better time to post our…

Summer of Gelato

I know the time has come for this post to be published, but a part of me is…

Café Brocante with Style

I have to thank lovely Paola from Uzume for introducing me to Le Coup de Girafe in Geneva’s Eaux-Vives. Tucked…

A Swiss Mum Who Blogs

Pauline is a Swiss mum-of-three and the freelance illustrator behind the enourmously funny Lavipo, a Swiss blog about motherhood…

Au Chien Bleu

Cozy, colourful and full-to-the-brim with books and educational toys, Au Chien Bleu in Geneva is everything you dream an independent children’s…

Baby & Making Playgroup

The “Baby + Making” playgroup Geneva is for parents who want to get creative with their little ones, meet…

Bags of Style

Our biggest thank you to La Muse boutique in Geneva (7, rue du Vieux-Collège) for inviting us to the…

Discover Plainpalais

You might have guessed by now that we have a very soft spot for Plainpalais, one of Geneva’s…

Le Verre a Monique

If you’d like to kick-off the festive season in style, book your little muffin’s favourite babysitter for the…

Geneva’s Historical Trams

As we were driving past Cornavin Station a few weeks ago, my boys screamed with excitement at the…

Sympa…les Poneys !

Little Miss Cutie is 2 and entering her “I love ponies” stage. She’ll squeal in delight every time we drive…

The Geneva Music Scene

Expats often complain that Geneva is “too quiet” and doesn’t offer much in terms of night-life or music gigs. If…

Les Fetes de Geneve

From the 19th of July to the 12th of August 2012 Geneva will be celebrating its fabulous summer…

Summer in Geneva

Summertime in Geneva can seem like a very quiet affair to most expats since many foreign families tend to take the children…

Yoga in the Park

If you love yoga, or always wanted to try it but never had the chance, why not make…

Make a Splash!

Now that summer is finally here, what better way to enjoy the sunshine than let your little ones…

Brunch at the Farm

This is one of the local tips I wish someone had given me 4 years ago, so I am…

CinéTransat is Back!

Spring and Summer are definitely the best seasons to enjoy Geneva to the full. Gorgeous weather, longer days stretching…