I love to travel, because it enriches my mind and spirit. I enjoy meeting people in other countries, experiencing their way of living, and learning about their perspective on the world. I recently traveled to Europe with my wife, who periodically works in Geneva, Switzerland, representing American libraries in treaty negotiations. When she learned of her November trip, I knew it was a good time for me to join her. And on the way home, we stopped over in Paris for a week to celebrate our wedding anniversary a few months early (stay tuned for Paris photos).
I really enjoyed Geneva, and apparently those living there like it, too. In 2009, the city ranked third among the best places in the world to live, according to Mercer Consultings Quality of Living Survey, topped only by Vienna (No. 1) and Zurich (No. 2).
While in Geneva, I ate a hearty breakfast (my favorite meal) at a neighborhood cafe every morning. The locals were very warm and down-to-earth, and they treated me like family. Geneva itself is a beautiful city that wraps around Lake Leman and sits beside a small mountain range to the north with a view of the stunning Mont Blanc to the southeast with its stunning 14, 000 foot snow-capped peak. It was a great time of year to visit. The temperatures were cool not cold; and the leaves displayed bold, vibrant colors. I enjoyed walking around the old city, meeting the locals, and even hanging out in the Starbucks near the university.
After Geneva, we spent several (rainy) days in Paris; on the way home, I spiked a fever on the plane and wound up in the ER getting IV drug therapy. Feeling better now! It was a great adventure, and we had a really fine time.
Enjoy the following montage of photos from Geneva.
Camera: iPhone 3Gs. App: Hipstamatic
