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Beat the Heat in Basel
Some tips on staying cool in Basel!

Meaghan Renner Ofori
Jul 14 min read


Outdoor Swimming Pools in Basel
Beat the heat with Basel's beautiful outdoor pools!

Meaghan Renner Ofori
Jun 243 min read


Swiss Healthcare De-Mystified
Your guide to the Swiss healthcare system!

Haluk Tekbulut
Jan 2815 min read


Health Food Stores in Basel
Take a tour of the health food stores in Basel and the products available.

Vanessa Gatelein
Sep 4, 202411 min read


Vitaparcours - Fitness in the Forest
Fitness in the forest in Basel' Vitaparcours

Meaghan Renner Ofori
Jun 4, 20243 min read


Hard Water Woes and How to Fix Them
Scaly faucets and limp hair? Hard water takes its toll. Here's some tips on how to deal with it.

Meaghan Renner Ofori
Mar 21, 20245 min read


It's Sauna Time!
Find some warmth and relaxation in Basel area saunas and spas!

Meaghan Renner Ofori
Jan 9, 20244 min read


Cross-Country Skiing: A Beginners Guide with Destinations
Great for beginners, cross-country skiing allows you to experience the serene beauty of the mountains at a slower pace than downhill, while

Ariana McBride
Dec 23, 20234 min read


Yoga Studios in Basel
If you’re anything like me, the first thing you do when you visit or move to a new city is grab your mat and check out the local studios....

Andrea Cristancho
Oct 4, 20235 min read


Introducing: HealthFirst
HealthFirst provides courses in English for mental and physical health (including First Aid and CPR) across Switzerland.

Melinda Taylor Schoutens
Apr 13, 20235 min read


Trail Running: A Beginner's Guide
The trails are calling! A fantastic guide to introduce you to trail running.

Jamie Nunn
Mar 26, 20237 min read


Shopping Essentials: Buying Bio in Basel
Our guide to buying Bio in Basel

Ariana McBride
Jun 18, 20213 min read
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