Quintessential England is, perhaps, the best way to describe the Cotswolds of west-central England. Peaceful villages welcome travelers with warm stone cottages and intimate B&B's. Winding country lanes, cobblestoned and... read more →
Ryder-Walker Alpine Adventures will celebrate its 25th Anniversary during the 2009-hiking season.The Telluride, CO based company will honor its 25th Anniversary with three new hiking trips for 2009. The Heart... read more →
I've been in Switzerland for the last few weeks, and just returned during the weekend. I had a the pleasure to guide a private group of absolutely delightful individuals through... read more →
Few things compare to popping the top off a favorite Swiss beverage in the heart of the region that brewed it. (Notice the label on this Appenzeller beer and compare... read more →
It's hard to believe that UNESCO (the United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization) only recognized three World Heritage sites in Switzerland just eight years ago. Now it seems like... read more →
We’ve been very fortunate this summer. Two of our local magazines, Telluride Style and Telluride Magazine, featured Ryder-Walker predominately in their summer 2008 issues. If you’d like to know a... read more →
The Canton Valais, or Kanton Wallis as it is referred to in German, is one of my favorite cantons in Switzerland. The Valais lies in the southwestern corner of Switzerland... read more →
Did you know that Switzerland boasts more than 60,000 kilometers of hiking trails? That’s the equivalent of more than 37,000 miles of cross-country goodness. A person would have to through-hike... read more →
If J.R.R. Tolkien’s One Ring represented all that is evil and dark in the world, then the Swiss Pass symbolizes light, and all that can be great with civilization. It... read more →
It’s hard to believe that we're only 3 months away from the start of our June tours. Even more surprising is the fact that we’re less than two months away... read more →
What's Valentine's day without chocolate, especially Swiss chocolate? Don't just give sweets though. Demonstrate your depth of intellect and a willingness to rise to the occasion. If you choose to... read more →
This is the most beautiful place on earth. There are many such places. Every man, every woman, carries in heart and mind the image of the ideal place, the right... read more →
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