20 things I found out after I went to Switzerland
When I set foot on Swiss soil, I thought I was in for a paradise full of luxury brands, endless chocolates and mountain views. However, when I started my trip to Switzerland, I realized that there are a lot of bad things going on in this country.
1.Public transport: I've heard that Switzerland's public transport system is world-famous, but when I took the train, I realized that the ticket was bigger than my wallet. It's a heart-warming experience, as if I'm contributing to the railroad company.
2.Designer prices: Designer goods are ridiculously expensive in Switzerland compared to other countries, and even a simple T-shirt can bring tears to your eyes. My friends tell me that this is the so-called "Swiss luxury tax" and that they like to enjoy the pleasure of high prices.
3.Bumpy mountain roads: Switzerland's mountain roads are picturesque, but driving up the mountain can be a bumpy ride. At one point, I suspected that I was riding a roller coaster, not driving up a mountain. This reminds me of a local slang: "Swiss mountain roads buzz your head".
4.Tipping at restaurants: Tipping is a regular practice in Switzerland, but if you accidentally tip too much, the waiter will smile and say, "Thank you for your generosity, I can go buy a new phone after work".
5.Noisy bells: Switzerland is famous for its bells, which can be heard ringing through the valley every hour. But every morning at six o'clock, the bells of the nearby church wake you up from your dreams, as if to say, "Get up, don't be lazy!".”
6.The world's most expensive mineral water: Switzerland's mineral water claims to be the purest in the world, but it is also the most expensive in the world. Taking a sip of Swiss mineral water is like drinking a bottle of liquid**.
7.Milk for Daddy**: Switzerland is famous for its dairy products, but buying a bottle of milk** is enough to break the bank. This reminds me of a local slang: "Swiss milk, if you drink it, you have to sell your house again".
8.Limit on the amount of coffee you can get: In Swiss restaurants, when ordering a cup of coffee, the waiter will tell you impatiently: "Sir and Madam, did you know that we only allow you two cups of coffee a day?"If you have more, you will have to pay for it. "It made me feel like I was in an ultra-luxury coffee club.
9.Winter Skiing Gear: When you come to Switzerland, how can you miss out on skiing?But when I went to rent ski equipment, I found that renting a set of equipment can almost buy a new Apple computer. So I decided to give up skiing and instead enjoy the wonderful moments when others fell while skiing.
10.Swiss bank fees: When I heard that Switzerland is a global financial center, I was excited to open a bank account. However, when I saw the outrageous figures on the bank bill, I immediately changed my mind and decided not to entrust my wealth to a Swiss bank.
11.Admission to museums: Switzerland's museums have a wide variety of exhibits, but the entrance fees** can be prohibitive. Once, when I was buying a ticket, the waiter said to me, "Welcome to our museum, we hope your wallet will be able to afford it." ”
12.The weather is unpredictable: the weather in Switzerland is unpredictable, with sunny mornings and sudden downpours in the afternoon. This reminds me of a local slang: "The weather in Switzerland is sometimes more changeable than a woman's mood".
13.The police everywhere: Switzerland is a safe country, but you can see the police on almost every corner of the street. It makes me feel that Switzerland is a country where "cameras are everywhere and the police are like home".
14.Alpine sickness: Switzerland's alpine scenery is stunning, but if you're not well prepared, you may experience altitude sickness when you climb the mountain. Headaches, vomiting, shortness of breath, as if every moment spent in the mountains is telling you: "You are only fit to stay at the bottom of the mountain".
15.Store opening hours in Switzerland are quite limited, especially on weekends and holidays. Once, I wanted to buy a small gift for a friend, only to find out that the store was closed, which bothered me a lot. So I came to the conclusion that the Swiss people don't need to shop on the weekend because they have already done so.
16.Language barrier: Switzerland has four official languages, and different languages are spoken in different regions. I once asked someone for directions in Geneva, but I used the wrong language, and they were at a loss. One thing that made me understand is that the Swiss are like "dancers of languages", they can switch between different languages with ease.
17.Supermarket shopping: There is a wide variety of supermarkets in Switzerland, but it is also quite amazing. I once wanted to buy a box of cereal, but when I saw **, I immediately decided to give up breakfast and hurry up and find a job instead.
18.Small-town towns: There are many beautiful small towns in Switzerland, but you may find that they are not so "old". Because these ancient towns are already occupied by tourists, they are full of souvenir shops and places for tourists to take pictures. This reminds me of a poem: "A small Swiss town, full of tourists, old buildings, surrounded by commerce".
19.Cheese Carnival: The cheese carnival in Switzerland is a big event, but if you accidentally stand on the cheese rolling down the hill, you're getting a cheese "baptism". This made me realize that even cheese can sometimes make you feel cheated.
Hundreds of Families Help Program Travel home: When I was about to leave Switzerland and return to China, I realized that the air ticket to go home was suffocatingly high. This reminds me of a local slang: "The rich in Switzerland are forced out by the fact that they can't afford to buy a plane ticket". During my trip to Switzerland, I experienced a lot of bad things, but that didn't stop me from loving this beautiful country. After all, travel is all about experiencing different cultures and customs, and even if something surprises, it's worth facing with humor and mood. Hopefully, these humorous Swiss anecdotes will bring you a little joy and thought.