Pragati Siddhanti, an expat living in Basel, Switzerland talks about motherhood, travel and building the career while being a desi at heart.
It’s been a while since I’ve spoken about beauty, skincare, or haircare over here — but my recent visit to Coiffure Pedro Sanchez truly compelled me to share my experience. Fridays are usually my slow mornings. Have I ever mentioned how lovely an 80% working schedule is — for your mind, your body, and your [...]
There are some places in Switzerland that feel real, and then there are places that feel like they were designed for postcards. Saas-Fee belongs firmly in the second category. The first glimpse is all snow covered rooftops, dramatic alpine peaks rising in every direction, and crisp mountain air that makes you breathe a little deeper. [...]
You packed the boxes, signed the papers, and checked every practical detail. But even with everything in place, a few months (or years) in, something starts to feel off. Not dramatically wrong, just harder than you expected. You are exhausted in ways that don't match your calendar and irritable with no obvious reason. Skills that [...]
Coming from Switzerland, you know what a proper winter should feel like. The mountains, the markets, the precision of it all. Christmas in London does it differently, but that's exactly what makes it worth visiting. The city doesn't have alpine peaks or centuries-old wooden chalets, but it has something else: a particular kind of energy [...]
Switzerland is often described as one of the most attractive job markets in the world. With global companies, international teams, and a strong professional culture, it offers incredible opportunities for those who call it home. And yet, many expats quickly realize something important: finding your place in Switzerland takes more than a strong CV and [...]