Showing posts with label Zurich. Show all posts
Showing posts with label Zurich. Show all posts

Friday, August 19, 2011

Swiss Roller Coasters and Pretzel Dogs Galore



After an evening of Jonker-style Eucher (see picture at right – it's charli at her best), it was time for another glorious night on le sofa-bed. I must say, IKEA has done a good job of making very minimally-invasive pieces semi-comfortable! But, we had a big day on Monday, and needed to rest up!





On Monday, we were 'bach'ing-it (in the wise words of Greg – referring to the lack of a mom/wife present) – so what do we do? We climb Mt. Utliberg! I don't know if you can see this in the picture, but I am wearing sandals, giving away the fact that this wasn't the most strenuous of climbs….







Regardless, Utliberg sits high about Zurich, allowing a beautiful view of the city and lake. Most of the climb is done by train, but there are some pretty awesome hiking/biking/running trails once you get to the top. There is also an observatory, Jeremy is estimating to have 100 stairs. I would like to think there was more like 1,000 – it was scary.







Post-climb, we found the "roller coasters" which aren't nearly as exciting as my face might suggest…. But something I would have tried to recreate in my backyard as a child.


 


After our adventure – we got to check out Jessica and Chris' new place. An awesome condo in the "bucktown" of Zurich. And then a gourmet lunch – PRETZELDOGS! Yes, my dog (on the left) is a much bigger dog…. The pretzel man knew I was famished.






Monday, August 15, 2011

2011 Zurich Street Parade

So, we called ahead - and they threw us a party. I guess, "When in Zurich... Party with one million friends."


And by friends, I mean weirdos.







Sunday, August 14, 2011

Taking the Zzzzz's out of Zurich

Zurich, 7 hours ahead and an 11 hour plane ride from Dallas, makes for a long day of travel. We flew out of Dallas at 10:30am destined for Newark. In Newark, we drank a sufficient amout - I thought atleast enough to help me sleep through the next leg of the trip.

Instead, I watched the sun go down...
I kept Jeremy awake long enough to play for a little while....




I watched the sun come up....
And I landed in Zurich, 8am, no sleep, no breakfast, ready to roll