Staying at HITrental Allmend Business Apartment in Lucerne, Switzerland

March 14, 2017

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With soaring snow-capped peaks of the Alps, some being the highest mountains in Europe and glittering blue lake, Switzerland has always been a dream destination for me. It has been one of the very few places with a fairytale beauty.

Staying in Lucerne is the perfect base for exploring Switzerland. If you haven’t been to Lucerne yet, now is the time. With several mountain excursions to Mt. Titlis, Jungfraujoch and Mt. Pilatus as well as city excursions to Chapel Bridge, Old Town and Lion Monument, this Swiss gem has got it all. I recently had my first chance to visit Lucerne and totally fell in love with it. One of the highlights of my trip was staying at a comfortable studio new hot spot.

Here’s my experience at HITrental Allmend Business Apartment in Lucerne, Switzerland!

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The Ultimate Guide to Rhine Falls Switzerland 1 Hour Trip from Zurich

March 10, 2017

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Rhine Falls can best be described as Europe’s biggest waterfall, also known as Niagara Falls of Europe – there’s no exaggeration needed!

From crystal clear blue-green water and rushing waterfall that belong on a postcard, Rhine Falls of Rheinfall – as it is known in German, is a major tourist destination in northern Switzerland. For travellers who choose Zurich as their gateway to Europe, the Rhine Falls may mean a pleasant side trip. Would you believe that this waterfall is just 1 hour outside Zurich?!

This ultimate guide for visiting Rheinfall in Switzerland (along with plenty of photos) will spark your wanderlust and help you plan your own trip!
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7 Things You Need to Experience at Mount Titlis in Engelberg, Switzerland

March 3, 2017

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Mount Titlis is famously known for having only one season all year round, and that’s winter! At 3,020 metres above sea level, Mt. Titlis is the highest peak in central Switzerland region and a snow paradise that is visually beautiful.

I had the opportunity to visit Mt. Titlis this past December and experience freezing cold winter weather, -25°C.

We headed straight to Engelberg to visit the beautiful Mt. Titlis and reached within 45 – 60 minutes driving from Lucerne. It wasn’t difficult to find Mt. Titlis thanks to the GPS in our car. We were totally awe-stricken by the stunning view when we got off our car! Ready for a dream mountain escape?

Here are seven things you need to experience in Mount Titlis, Switzerland!

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Tips for Visiting Matterhorn – Zermatt, Switzerland

November 25, 2016

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It’s safe to say that visiting the Matterhorn in Switzerland is on just about everyone’s bucket list. It’s natural pyramid shape mountain and other worldly appearance is like something out of a dream.

We decided to visit the Matterhorn after a perfect day spent in Zermatt, so that we could relax and take our time to enjoy the experience.

Interesting Fact about Matterhorn:

Toblerone chocolate was inspired by the triangular shape of the Matterhorn’s distinctive profile.

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Top 13 Things to See and Do for Free in One Day Basel, Switzerland

November 10, 2016

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With only one day to spend in Basel, I felt overwhelmed with what to put on my itinerary. There’s so much to see and do in the city and I wanted to see it all!

Basel is the third largest city in Switzerland after Zurich and Geneva. The town shares borders with France and Germany, located in the north-western corner of Switzerland.

The oldest university of Switzerland was founded in 1460 and from there, Basel became a learning and book printing centre. This has attracted many of Europe’s greatest minds came to Basel including Bernoulli, Euler and Erasmus! And Erasmus was buried in the town’s Münster.

Plan Your Trip on the First Sunday of the Month to Basel!

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20 Photos to Inspire You to Visit Mt. Pilatus, Switzerland

November 7, 2016

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Mount Pilatus is the reason brought us to Lucerne

Mount Pilatus is famously known as the Dragon Mountain, as medieval legend often described this as a home for dragons with healing powers and it is located at central Switzerland in Lucerne. On a clear day, the mountain offers a panoramic view of 73 Alpine peaks. It is not surprising though, considering the Mt. Pilatus is well over 2,100 meters (7,000 ft) high).

One can reach the top of Mt. Pilatus by the cogwheel trains, gondolas, cableways or combining all of these three together with a boat ride across Lake Lucerne (this ride is called as Golden Round Trip). We made our journey through the train from Alpnachstad, well known to be the steepest cogwheel railway in the world!

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Top 5 Places to See and Do in Lucerne, Switzerland

November 5, 2016

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Switzerland! Whenever we think of Switzerland, naturally snowcapped mountains, gorgeous mountain lakes, chocolate and watches come to mind. If you are visiting Switzerland, then there are plenty of things to see in Lucerne. This trip has it all, every icon you could probably think of!

It took about an hour to get to Lucerne from Zurich as well as from Basel. Either you are taking train or driving, the views on the way to Lucerne are breathtaking. I saw lush mountains, rocks, waterfalls, cottages, fields. It is like cities and villages merged into one. We drove to Lucerne from Freiburg, Germany which was about 2 hour drive. One thing to remember if you are driving, you have to pay 40 CHF to get a toll ticket when entering Switzerland.

I was captivated by the wonderful panorama of Lucerne which surrounded by the Alps and Lake Lucerne where you can relax, along with Swiss historical sites. Whether you are staying in the city for a short weekend or a couple of weeks, here are the top five things to see and do in Lucerne! Continue reading…

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How to Open Deutsche Bank Account/Blocked Account Germany for International Student, Step by Step

November 3, 2016

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Most international students need to open up a blocked account to apply for a student German visa. This is to proof you are able to support financially during your studies in Germany. There are different options to prove your financial ability to study in Germany. Therefore, I will explain about the Blocked Account in this entry. Deutsche Bank is the only bank in Germany providing this service to international students.

What is a Blocked Account?

It is called Blocked Account because the money you transfer into this account is blocked till the day you have arrived in Germany. It is required to have a minimum 8640 Euro in your Blocked Account in one of the German banks and you can only withdraw 720 Euro per month. (Refer to the German Embassy website for the exact amount, it may changed from time to time). It is compulsory to have a Blocked Account beforehand so that you are not facing any financing problem while studying.

How long do I need to open the Blocked Account?

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Tips for Getting a Student Visa in German Universities

November 1, 2016

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More than twelve percent of students at German universities come from abroad, just like you! You pay very low tuition fees and sometimes none at all, it’s no wonder Germany is high on most students’ bucket lists.

And with more and more courses and degree programs are being offered in English, especially at the master’s degree level. Post graduate students now more than ever will be heading to this diverse country located in the heart of Europe! But for master students especially in taught course program, getting and living there is no picnic.

Applying for the German student visa is a process that can take a lot of time and hassle. My own journey to obtain a German student visa was nothing short of a nightmare.