Sun, 8 November 2009
A century and a quarter after a cutler set out to supply Swiss soldiers with a survival tool, the Swiss Army knife adapts to the urban jungle.
Read Jessica of Swisstory's adventure in obtaining her Swiss driver's licence, with helpful checklist.
Expatica reader Carolyn Moncel searches for the best salons in Paris and Switzerland serving black women.
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The latest Legatum Prosperity Index has been released, with the old continent once more coming out on top but there are signs of potential weakness...
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How to set up electricity, telephone, tv and internet in Switzerland.
How to obtain a licence, import vehicles and follow road rules in Switzerland.
Integration of, and attitudes toward, non-EU/EFTA citizens in Switzerland.
Information about the Swiss health care system, health insurance, pharmacies and emergency numbers.
Explore our guide to popular expat locations including Bern, Zurich, Geneva, Basel and Lugano.
The Zurich branch manager of Network Relocation offers tips and info to help with the house hunt.
This in-depth profile of Switzerland includes geography, people, government, economy and transnational issues.
An introduction to compulsory and optional forms of insurance in Switzerland.
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