I was shocked to see kids walking alone in Switzerland, but letting my own children do it built their confidence and ...

It opened my eyes to how different cultures empower children to reach their full potential. My kids learned early independence in Switzerland and the power of preparation in Australia. Parenting my ...

Founded in the 12th century, Bern had a strategic military position within a loop of the river. Its medieval architecture still lines cobblestone streets in the historic Old Town of Bern. This ...

As much as backpacking is associated with Europe, you’d think camping would be a more popular recreation among travelers there. But when it comes to trips across the pond it seems backpacks more often ...

Add Yahoo as a preferred source to see more of our stories on Google. The author's kids walk to school alone.Courtesy of the author Though I'm from the US, I've adopted a Swiss-style approach to ...