Pragati Siddhanti, an expat living in Basel, Switzerland talks about motherhood, travel and building the career while being a desi at heart.
If there's one thing almost everyone notices after moving to Switzerland, it's how quickly everyday expenses can add up. Whether it's your first grocery shop, your monthly transport pass, or simply grabbing coffee on the go, the cost of living can feel overwhelming at first. I've had countless conversations with newcomers, students, professionals, and families [...]
Over the past 10 years of building My Swiss Story, one question has found its way into almost every conversation I've had. "How do you build a community?" It's a beautiful question, but it assumes there's a formula. There isn't. If there's one thing these ten years have taught me, it's this: building a community [...]
From choosing the wrong transport pass to underestimating mountain weather, these practical tips will help you plan a smoother, smarter, and more memorable Swiss adventure. Switzerland has a way of making every photo look effortless. Crystal-clear lakes, charming villages, snow-capped peaks, scenic train journeys, and picture-perfect streets often give the impression that you can simply [...]
At My Swiss Story, I spend a lot of time listening to people's experiences of living in Switzerland. Some conversations happen over coffee, others at our events, and many through the stories our community shares with us. But every now and then, I like to step outside our own community and see what conversations are [...]
As My Swiss Story turns 10 this June, I’ve been reflecting on the one thing that has remained at the heart of this journey from the very beginning. Belonging. Not as a theme for an anniversary month, but as something that has quietly shaped every conversation, gathering and connection we’ve created over the last decade. [...]