SWITZERLAND TRAVEL TIPS FOR 1ST TIMERS | 30+ Must-Knows Before Visiting Switzerland + What NOT to Do

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Published 2023-06-14
Planning to visit Switzerland for the first time? In this video, I'm sharing all my best Switzerland travel tips for new visitors, from important must-knows for your Switzerland trip to common mistakes that tourists make in Switzerland . Don't miss this video if you're planning your own trip to Switzerland!

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0:00 INTRODUCTION
0:17 TRAVEL PLANNING TIPS FOR SWITZERLAND
4:23 TRANSPORT & GETTING AROUND SWITZERLAND
7:32 CULTURE & ETIQUETTE TIPS FOR SWITZERLAND
9:16 ATTRACTIONS IN SWITZERLAND
11:31 TIPS FOR WHEN YOU ARRIVE IN SWITZERLAND

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Travelling to Switzerland for the first time? In need of Switzerland travel advice that caters to a newbie? This Switzerland travel guide is packed with must-knows before you visit Switzerland as a tourist, with a rundown of common tourist mistakes in Switzerland as well as answers to common questions like how to tip in Switzerland, Switzerland culture shocks, Switzerland culture and etiquette tips, where to go in Switzerland, places to visit in Switzerland and more so you can have the Switzerland trip of your dreams. Whether you're looking for Switzerland tips, Switzerland tips, or tips for Switzerland hidden gems, be sure to watch this video!

All Comments (21)
  • @ZannaDArcy
    Good tips but I disagree about the need to rent a car. We've done Swiss trips with a car, with a car and trains, and trains only. Not sure we'd ever go back to renting a car again. The trains, boats, and buses are amazing and so relaxing. My Swiss friends who actually own cars rarely drive them
  • @Robsi60
    I am Swiss and your video covers a lot. Very informing and spot on. Well done!
  • @shivan254
    That was very helpful! Thank you for making this video, hope to see more in the future!
  • I am planning a trip to Switzerland. This video is extremely helpful! Thank you for all of the tips.
  • @andreacooks59
    Very Helpful, especially the food purchase ideas and reading the fine print on rides, traveling and etc. Thank you so much for sharing🌎
  • @Towanda-xq2xg
    Thanks for showing up, will stay in touch, stay blessed and keep shining! Let's go! 💆💆💆💆💆💆
  • @viczog
    I can tell you put a lot of time into making this video for us. Thank you for the useful tips and tricks. I haven't seen many of these mentioned in over videos and I've watched a lot! Particularly liked the specific grocery store call out and mentioning that some of the transportation means are owned by private companies.
  • @vicahmed221
    Exploring new countries is such a rewarding experience! For first-time travelers, I'd recommend considering destinations that offer a mix of cultural richness and natural beauty. Personally, I've been fortunate to travel to over 10 countries thanks to careful budgeting and smart investments.I wasnt financial free until my 40’s and I’m still in my 40’s, bought my second house already, earn on a monthly through passive income and got 2 out of 5 goals, just hope it encourages someone that it doesn’t matter if you don’t have any of them right now, you can start TODAY regardless your age INVEST and change your future.
  • @tessbooth7439
    Thank you so much. Great content. Really has helped us to plan our up-coming trip to Switzerland. Can’t wait xx
  • @diane9497
    THANK YOU! This is the most helpful video I've found for preparing for our Switzerland trip. I appreciate all your tips. :)
  • @huddrevill
    awesome tips! thanks for the intel.... love Switzerland and cant wait to get back!
  • @LoveToTravel515
    I love and appreciate your videos. Thank you so much for taking the time to make them.
  • @ednalula2980
    Thank you very much for your informative video. Planning our CH trip this summer. Keep up the good work!
  • @RoxanaBowgen
    Excellent and thorough information, so helpful, thank you!
  • @dt58kc
    This looks like the most beautiful place on earth!!! I would never want to leave! 😍😍😍😍😍😍😍
  • @fatfitthicc360
    Found this to be an incredibly helpful summary, thank you 😊
  • @user-ve4ki7rh2d
    Very helpful and great info. I haven't been in a long time, so looking forward to seeing this beautiful country soon. Thank you!