#11 Exploring Switzerland as an Expat: Hiking & Travel Tips from Swiss Family Fun

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Making Swiss Life Make Sense—One Episode at a Time

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Making Swiss Life Make Sense—One Episode at a Time

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#11 Exploring Switzerland as an Expat: Hiking & Travel Tips from Swiss Family Fun

As Swiss As Possible

1 hour 3 minutes 57 seconds

1 month ago

#11 Exploring Switzerland as an Expat: Hiking & Travel Tips from Swiss Family Fun

Ready to explore Switzerland—but not sure where to start?In this episode of As Swiss As Possible, we’re diving deep into the world of Alpine travel in Switzerland with special guest Tanya Deans, the creator of the hugely popular website Swiss Family Fun.

Whether you’re an expat new to Switzerland, hoping to spark a love for the outdoors in yourself or your loved ones, or simply looking for the best family-friendly trips, hikes, and Swiss travel tips, this conversation is packed with practical insight.

Tanya shares how Swiss Family Fun began, her top recommendations for those with limited time, and how to choose trips that fit all ages, abilities, and comfort levels. We discuss the most common mistakes expats make when exploring Switzerland, smart ways to plan spring and summer travel during Switzerland’s busy holiday periods, and the surprising cultural differences—like wooden mountaintop playgrounds and Swiss hiking trails with minimal barriers.

You’ll also learn Tanya’s strategies for getting kids excited about hiking, managing safety on open trails, and how to make the most of Switzerland’s mountains, lakes, trains, and other activities. Plus, she shares her favorite go-to Swiss trips, her children’s top picks, and what her travel consulting services can offer families and adults alike.

If you’re looking for inspiration, insider tips, or guidance on traveling Switzerland with kids—or without—this episode is the perfect place to start.

Tschüss and happy exploring!

Chapters:

00:55 - Start

05:29 - Common avoidable mistakes

10:30 - Must-do excursions

13:26 - Pleasant surprises on the trail

21:29 - Playgrounds & mountain rewards

26:40 - Hiking signage, ratings & risks

32:50 -Trail advice & guidance & looking ahead to 2026

42:30 - Swiss Family Fun offerings, website & consulting services

46:22 - Impact of Chat GPT and AI Bots on travel planning

52:25- Tanya’s Favorites