I spent six days in the Swiss city of Basel, exploring the town’s rich art scene. One of the city’s highlights is its proximity to France and Germany. One day, I was roaming a French town straight out of a fairy tale, and the next, I was on a Swiss hike. Thanks for signing up!...
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A Swiss city cut red tape and ended up with many more homes. It’s a model for the US.
As part of her housing policy agenda, Democratic presidential nominee Kamala Harris has promised to “cut red tape and needless bureaucracy” to build millions of additional homes and bring down costs. Economists and urban planners say that to make housing more abundant and affordable, we need to loosen zoning regulations in many neighborhoods and legalize...
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I left my 3 kids behind to celebrate my 40th birthday on a Swiss mountain. Being alone was just what I needed.
I’ve found that women are often expected to give up parts of themselves after entering motherhood. We’re pigeonholed into a world where we’re supposed to be innate nurturers who only care about our children, not ourselves. For my 40th birthday, I wanted to follow my interests and passions and do something just for me. My...
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I paid $1 to see Zurich from a train that’s been around for 130 years. It was unlike any railway I’ve taken.
The Polybahn in Zurich is the most unique train ride I’ve ever experienced. The Polybahn is a train on a steep incline that takes riders up and down the hilly Swiss city. At just over $1, it’s an affordable and historic travel experience with scenic views. Thanks for signing up! Access your favorite topics in...