Travel author Everett Potter offers his recommendations for the most charming train rides in the country, with alpine views you won’t find anywhere else.

Take a ride through the Swiss Alps without leaving your car. In several regions-Furka, Lötschberg, Simplon, and Vereina-special shuttle trains let you drive straight onto a flatbed wagon, park, and ...

Skiing is the Swiss Alps' claim to fame, but as snowfall decreases tourists may have to turn to hiking, biking, and paragliding.

In an era where holidays are timed to the minute and selfies replace sightseeing, I wanted something slower - a moment to breathe. I found that in the Swiss Alps, where train carriages move at a ...

Beyond skiing and snow, Zermatt offers year-round magic. Discover hiking, helicopter tours, and Matterhorn views in this iconic Swiss Alps destination.

In this storybook area of central Switzerland, the Alps provide a dramatic backdrop for unforgettable adventures — from ...