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Missing skiers froze to death in a ‘snow cave’ they built to keep warm

The sixth member of the group is still missing (Picture: Valais Cantonal Police) The bodies of five missing skiers who were part of a tour in the Swiss Alps have been found after a two-day hunt for...

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Three killed after helicopter crash at tourist hotspot in Swiss Alps

The helicopter crashed off its landing zone near the Petit Combin peak in the south west of Switzerland (Picture: EPA) A helicopter crash has killed three people and injured three others in the Swiss...

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US tourist shocked with $143,000 cell phone bill on Switzerland vacation

Rene Remund (left) racked up a $143,442.74 T-Mobile cell phone bill (right) while visiting Switzerland (Picture: abcactionnews.com) An American tourist enjoyed a short vacation in Switzerland – only...

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Another European destination could be introducing a tourist fee

It’s not hard to see why so many people want to visit (Picture: Getty Images/iStockphoto) Another day, and another destination looks set to be following in the footsteps of Venice, and introducing a...

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Moment 110-year-old bridge is accidentally blown up in awkward fiasco

To view this video please enable JavaScript, and consider upgrading to a web browser that supports HTML5 video Up Next An historic bridge in a scenic part of Switzerland has been blown to pieces after...

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Three missing after huge landslide crashes down on Swiss Alps village

A massive landslide has badly damaged a village in the Swiss Alps (Picture: AP) Three people have been reported missing after a terrifying landslide ploughed into a village in Switzerland. Brutal...

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Burnt out by London life, this Alpine getaway felt like stepping back in time

Italy is a feast for the eyes but extra ‘experiences’ can give authentic memories you’ll savour (Picture: Getty) Out of the kitchen window I can see the crystal-clear water of Lake Maggiore sparkling...

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Three shot dead in sleepy Swiss town ‘after private row’

The deaths were reported in the village of Vetroz in Valais, a Swiss canton known for its wines The bodies of three people have been discovered at two separate locations in the Swiss canton of Valais....

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The best countries in the world have been named

This spot came out on top (Picture: Getty) In need of some travel inspiration? Look no further, as a new ranking of the world’s best countries has been revealed. The findings are a result of a...

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Body of British hiker missing for three months is found in Swiss mountains

Aidan Roche went missing on the 12th day of a two-week trip in Switzerland (Picture: SWNS) The body of a British hiker who went missing in the Swiss Alps three months ago has been found, his family...

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These are the world’s best natural attractions — and four are in Europe

The Irish cliffs have inspired creatives for centuries (Picture: Getty Images) While you can’t deny that landmarks like the Great Pyramids or St Peter’s Basilica are awe-inspiring, some of the most...

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Sweden is on a mission to stop people confusing it with Switzerland

Even Biden got it wrong (Picture: Getty Images/iStockphoto) They both begin with ‘Sw’ and have crosses on their flags, so it’s easy to see why some people might get Sweden and Switzerland mixed up. In...

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Mum-of-four suffering ‘torture’ of long Covid wants to end life in Switzerland

Kelly Louise Smith-May, 39, has described her condition as a ‘living death sentence’ (Picture: GoFundMe) A mother-of-four is attempting to raise £10,000 to travel to an assisted dying facility because...

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What are the safest countries in the world if WW3 does break out?

These country’s offer some of the best chances of survival With consistent threats of nuclear war from Russia, missile strikes in the Middle East and the unprecedented rise of China’s influence, many...

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How to grab seven nights skiing in the Swiss mountains for £519

Make the most of these last-minute ski deals (Picture: Getty Images) In search of last-minute snow and no time to meticulously plan? No problem, as we’ve done all the hard work for you. Whether you’re...

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Missing skiers froze to death in a ‘snow cave’ they built to keep warm

The sixth member of the group is still missing (Picture: Valais Cantonal Police) The bodies of five missing skiers who were part of a tour in the Swiss Alps have been found after a two-day hunt for...

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US tourist shocked with $143,000 cell phone bill on Switzerland vacation

Rene Remund (left) racked up a $143,442.74 T-Mobile cell phone bill (right) while visiting Switzerland (Picture: abcactionnews.com) An American tourist enjoyed a short vacation in Switzerland – only...

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British kayaker, 29, feared dead after vanishing in a river in Switzerland

Bren Orton was reported missing on Thursday (Picture: Facebook/Pyranha Kayaks) A British kayaker is feared to have drowned after going missing on a river in Switzerland. Bren Orton vanished after...

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Another European destination could be introducing a tourist fee

It’s not hard to see why so many people want to visit (Picture: Getty Images/iStockphoto) Another day, and another destination looks set to be following in the footsteps of Venice, and introducing a...

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Body of missing British kayaker found in lake after he was sucked out of craft

Caption: Body of missing British kayaker Bren Orton, 29, is found in Swiss lake The body of a British extreme kayaker has been found after going missing in Switzerland two weeks ago. Bren Orton was...

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