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Numbers in Swiss-French
In the Western part of Switzerland, known as Swiss-Romande, the spoken language is French. For the most part, it is the same language spoken in neighboring France, but several words ... read more
22 Jun 2009
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Recycling in Switzerland is something to behold!
I was never so conscientious of my recycling habits before living in Switzerland. It is pure habit for the Swiss to compost anything biodegradable and to carry their recyclables down ... read more
22 Jun 2009
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Wrestle for a Cow
Don't miss a Schwingen match. Schwingen is a popular form of Swiss Wrestling. While hiking the Alps, you just might come upon a couple of men wearing burlap diapers ... read more
02 Apr 2009
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Obama Mania
Before Obama was elected, I used to whisper a lot. I didn't want people to hear my American English and not like me because of it. But after Obama ... read more
02 Apr 2009
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It is shitting on me
“Es scheisst mich an”, literally means, “it is shitting on me” in German. But don’t worry, it’s really just an angry way of saying “I’ve had enough ... read more
02 Apr 2009
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Lollipop, Lollipop
If you want to try something a little different, try going to a Swiss Lollipop Party. Besides lollipops hanging from the ceiling of the club, you'll be treated to ... read more
02 Apr 2009
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The Big Desk
The best part about going to a doctor in Switzerland is the "Big Desk." While still in your street clothes, you will talk with the doctor at their desk and ... read more
02 Apr 2009
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Go Online
Nothing like a first date activity of milking a cow. But then again, this is nothing out of the ordinary--at least in rural areas of Switzerland. To find your future ... read more
02 Apr 2009
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Bring your black
To me, Switzerland often looks like an endless funeral procession--at least in Zurich. Black coats. Black boots. Black skinny jeans. To fit in, wear your black and wear it tight ... read more
02 Apr 2009
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One Show. Four languages.
Switzerland does a lot of low-budget rip-offs of German and American TV shows. One fun example to look for is the Swiss show, Supermodel, where a bunch of girls compete ... read more
02 Apr 2009
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Bad Teams. Loyal Fans.
Soccer. Most Europeans will think there's something wrong with you if you're not a fan. The Swiss are no exception. Even though their team is usually kicked out ... read more
02 Apr 2009
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Listen for Stress
Radio Stations. Restaurants. The Singing Christmas Tree at the Zurich Christmas Market. They all have one thing in common--American music. Unfortunately, it's hard to find much Swiss influence in ... read more
02 Apr 2009
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Watch Your Borders
Switzerland has very few national laws; most things are determined by state. And Switzerland, a third of the size of Illinois, has 26 of them. This means that within a ... read more
02 Apr 2009
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Don't Declare
Declare a religion when you register to live in Switzerland and you've just set yourself up to pay extra taxes. After all, nothing is free in Switzerland. Not even ... read more
02 Apr 2009
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Come for one season. Pack for them all.
Umbrellas. Sweaters. Hiking Shoes. Don't end up like one of those tourists in shorts standing on the top of a snowy mountain in July wondering why they're cold ... read more
02 Apr 2009
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The Original
Most films are shown in their original language in Swiss movie theaters since the population speaks so many languages themselves. If the film is shown in English with German and ... read more
02 Apr 2009
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Nothing is Free
Don't expect extras. Bread doesn't come with butter. Fries don't come with ketchup. A ham sandwich doesn't come with lettuce and a tomato. A Coke doesn ... read more
02 Apr 2009
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Enjoy your meal
When you sit down to eat in the German-speaking part of Switzerland, do not start eating your food until you have said, "En Guete" to everyone you’re sitting with ... read more
02 Apr 2009
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Swim at the Spa
Visit a Swiss spa. For about $20, you can relax in a bubbling swimming pool filled with hot mineral water. Some spas have jets for body massages, bubbling lounge chairs ... read more
02 Apr 2009
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Stop that Smiling
If you go around smiling at people and being overly friendly, the Swiss will think you have mental problems. I have had to train myself not to look directly at ... read more
02 Apr 2009
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