If you’ve been dreaming of the Swiss Alps and trying to plan a weekend visiting the stunning destination of Switzerland, let us introduce you to the perfect solution: Interlaken. Bus2alps has been lucky to call Interlaken, Switzerland our home for over 17 years, so we’d like to consider ourselves experts in crafting the perfect trip to...Read More
Adrenaline junkies, adventure seekers, nature enthusiasts, and food connoisseurs alike are all flocking to this incredible destination: Interlaken, Switzerland. For U.S. Armed Forces stationed in Europe, Interlaken is a can’t miss during your time deployed abroad. While Interlaken might be most famously known for its world-class skiing and snowboarding in the Swiss Alps (we’re not...Read More
It's difficult to name a reason why Interlaken shouldn't be your first trip of the semester, especially if you're into picture-perfect views, cheese fondue, and chocolate. But as the adrenaline capital of Europe, there are some Interlaken activities thrill-seekers couldn't possibly experience anywhere else.Read More
By Allie Filmanowicz Interlaken is an ideal weekend getaway during your semester abroad in Europe! Embrace the winter wonderland vibes and head to the Swiss Alps for an epic adventure. Whether you’re into pretty views or adrenaline-fueled activities, it’s all here. We’re based in Interlaken and love showing off how incredible this mountain town truly...Read More
Fall is in full swing, and winter is just around the corner. The leaves are already changing color, and colder weather is sweeping in. It’s time to throw on a scarf and pack your bags for a new weekend trip abroad. You might have gone river rafting in Croatia, cruised along the Amalfi Coast, or...Read More
Thanks to some wonky weather patterns, the hot hot heat of the Sahara has descended upon much of Western Europe. We’re feelin’ it here in Italy. Luckily, we’ve got trips to some pretty “cool” locations ?.Read More
By Isis Hanna As college students we have our whole life ahead of us, the world is our oyster! Every new experience will symbolize growth in our lives. So where do you start? Where do you belong in the world? I find myself asking this question all the time. The best way to answer this...Read More
By Madison Krigbaum / Originally posted on Brokewildandtraveling.com Can you guess the single most exciting thing for a 20-year-old American college girl moving to Europe? You guessed it. The drinking age. Not that all my interests revolved around hitting the booze, but it definitely was an added bonus. Growing up in a country that allows...Read More
By Jennifer Leavy It is an almost universally accepted fact that chocolate is one of the sweeter things in life. Life without chocolate would be cold, dark, miserable—it’s impossible to imagine. Chocolate is enjoyed all over the world, and one country we have to thank for producing some of the world’s best chocolate is Switzerland....Read More
By Jennifer Leavy The holidays are over, but your vacation doesn’t have to be! January is considered the off-season in most European cities, but with fewer tourists and better prices, it’s the best time to go. If you’re not sure where to get your next passport stamp, check out these four European winter wonderlands, where...Read More
Just yesterday you were weighing out your bags and saying goodbye to friends and family, and now you find yourself doing that all over again. That’s right, after months of meeting new people, traveling foreign lands and experiencing a whole new way of life, it’s time to pay the piper and return home. As you...Read More
Brought to you in partnership with Paragliding Interlaken. The beauty of Interlaken, the Swiss town sandwiched between the sensational blue of Lakes Brienz and Thun, can best be seen from a bird’s eye view. Enter paragliding, the human version of spreading your wings and renowned adventure sport in which a wide canopy (think parachute) is...Read More
