The Glacier Express, known as the “world’s slowest express train.” After boarding the 7:52 AM train from Zermatt, what awaited us was a more luxurious 8-hour journey than we had imagined. As the onboard announcement proclaimed “The world’s slowest ‘fast’ train” and passengers couldn’t help but smile, this train would show us a leisurely flow […]
Following the reservation guide, this time we’ll share the actual boarding process for the Glacier Express on the day of travel. Focusing on our experience departing from Zermatt station in the morning, we’ll introduce information you should know for smooth boarding. Previous Article For comprehensive information about reserving the Glacier Express, including booking tips, procedures,
The “Glacier Express,” a tourist train representing the Swiss Alps. This train, which provides beautiful scenery and comfortable travel, continues to captivate railway enthusiasts and tourists from around the world. Today, we’ll focus on the reservation methods for this special train and explain them in detail. What is the Glacier Express? View this post on
In the previous part, we shared our journey from the quiet early morning port town to climbing Sunlight Rock. In this final part, we’ll introduce our beach exploration after descending from Sunlight Rock and our experiences in the gradually livening commercial streets. Although our stay was only about 3 hours, we were able to observe
One of the great pleasures of overseas travel is the shopping experience at local markets. Just walking through markets lined with colorful goods and vibrant street stalls is exciting. Shopping in foreign lands is a special experience that allows you to feel the culture and lifestyle of that place firsthand. The joy of selecting souvenirs
White Rabbit candy with its familiar rabbit logo (Tianzifang store) Nostalgic yet innovative, China’s beloved national candy “White Rabbit” (大白兔奶糖, Dàbáitù nǎitáng) possesses this mysterious charm. While airports and general stores mainly carry the classic milk flavor, there’s actually a wide variety of flavors known to those in the know. Today, we’ll introduce you to
The “Gornergrat Railway,” which boasts worldwide popularity as a mountain railway offering close-up views of the Matterhorn, the symbol of the Swiss Alps. In exchange for its overwhelming scenery, this route commands one of the world’s highest fares, which may be a troubling concern for many travelers. However, with smart usage, it’s possible to enjoy
Emmental cheese – with its characteristic holes familiar from cartoons like Tom and Jerry, distinctive sweet flavor (often described as “nutty” in English-speaking regions), and somehow nostalgic taste – has captivated me for years. Recently, I finally had the opportunity to visit the holy land of Emmental cheese – the “Emmentaler Schaukäserei” in Switzerland’s Emmental
Taipei, Tainan, Taichung, Kaohsiung… For those who have conquered Taiwan’s captivating cities, how about Taitung next? “Taitung sounds kind of rural, doesn’t it?” You might think so. Actually, I thought the same at first. But this city is packed with surprising discoveries. Especially recently, with art, cafes, and even nightlife culture, it’s secretly becoming a
In recent years, Low-Cost Carriers (LCCs) have made international travel possible at affordable rates. However, behind these attractive prices lies the challenge of strict baggage restrictions. Most LCCs set carry-on baggage weight limits at 7kg, and exceeding this limit requires expensive additional fees. In some cases, these extra charges can cost more than the round-trip