What’s On in March 2018

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

What’s On in January 2017

Still recovering from ringing in the new year with friends and family? Same here, hence the late posting…

Free Christmas Activities

Here’s a brief list of fun Christmas activities you can enjoy with your little ones in the coming…

Reach for the Stars

Small but perfectly formed, the Musée d’Histoire des Sciences is one of Geneva’s coolest museums, especially if you…

Swiss Bricks

Nestled in the elegant gardens of the Domaine de Penthes, the Musée des Suisses dans le Monde is about to…

Central Park

Possibly one of the best (and largest!) playgrounds outside Geneva, the Avenue de la Gare espace de jeux in…

Halloween Events

Here’s a run-through of the most spooktacular Halloween events coming up this October. Keep checking the list below as…

Cézanne For Kids

If you missed the “Ô Cézanne” art exhibition at the Espace des Inventions in Lausanne last February, you’ll be happy…

Festival Champ Libre

Saturday 10th and Sunday 11th of October 2015 will see the launch of the first ever Festival Champ…

House of Creativity

If you have little ones aged 6 months to 6 years-old, don’t miss the grand opening of the…

Free Summer Activities

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

Passport to the Big Bang

If you love cycling as a family, why not saddle up the little’ns and take a tour of…

What’s On in May 2015

The month of May is here with so many exciting family events you’ll be spoilt for choice. Here’s our…

Key English School

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

Le Carrousel

Le Carrousel in Geneva is one of our favourites toy shops in the area. They recently did some renovation…

A Cut Above

Last year I was looking for a hairdresser for my 3 children when a friend recommended ChicTifs in Gland (VD).…

Playtime at the Ludotheque

What makes the much dreaded rentrée more exciting and fun? For us, discovering that some of our favourite family…

Peas & Love

A friend once told me that some of the childhood memories she holds dearest are those of her…

Tell Me a Story

The Festival La Cour des Contes in Plan-les-Ouates is one of my favourite spring festivals in Geneva. For ten days,…

Just Dance

Spring is in the air & (very likely) in your step so dust off your dancing shoes because…

Indoor Playcentres

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

More Birthday Tips

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

Snake, Rattle & Roll

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

What’s On in February 2014

From skiing with the tiddlers to enjoying a delish family Sunday brunch, we’ve posted our favourite tips for a great family…

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.…

L’Asticot in Geneva

The story of Swiss ethical label L’Asticot began in 2009, when young mums Christie and Danièle put their creative pencils…

View From the Treetops

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

Diabolo Festival

If your children are aged between 2 and 10 years-old, free up your diary for the Diabolo Festival in…

Best Thai Bistro in Meyrin

First of all, I have to thank Italian expat Francesco for mentioning the Aéro Bistro to me during dinner…

Butterfly World

Papillon was the first French word my little girl said, shortly followed by maman! Since Little Miss Cutie…

C’est l’Aventure !

It is a truth universally acknowledged that – even on the rainiest of days – little ones will…

Mini Chefs in Coppet

A huge thank you to South African expat Tamryn Gernandt, founder of Mini Chefs in Coppet for contributing this…

Swiss Museum of Games

Housed in a beautiful 13th century castle and surrounded by an outdoor games trail as well as a fab playground,…

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…

Family Yoga in Annemasse

Looking for family yoga in Annemasse? AliaOm is a yoga centre founded by Alia, a French mum-of-three and yoga teacher, offering a variety…

Kids Theatre in Nyon

Have you ever been to one of the theatre shows for kids at L’usine à gaz in Nyon (VD)…

Halloween Tales

Looking for some indoor fun for your little munchkins this Halloween ? Here’s some suggestions for this Wednesday…

Sympa…les Poneys !

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