Wedged between Germany, France, Italy, and Austria, this small, efficient country is famous for its chocolate, its watches, and most of all, its remarkably beautiful, natural landscapes.

The towering snow-capped Swiss Alps make up sixty percent of the country, providing visitors with limitless outdoor activities while they experience the high life at one of the numerous star-studded, glitzy ski resort towns.

A refreshing counterpoint to this winter wonderland is a slew of incredible cities including: the capital Bern, with its quaint medieval old town and cutting-edge art; the chic city of Geneva, a sophisticated shopping haven located alongside Europe’s largest lake; and, of course uber-cool Zurich.

Whatever your preference, Switzerland is the ultimate destination for both outdoor adventure and relaxed self-indulgence.