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Are you planning a vacation to Switzerland? On the Holidays to Switzerland travel podcast you'll get practical tips and advice from Swiss travel experts to help you plan your dream trip to Switzerland. Your host, Carolyn Schönafinger, the founder of HolidaysToSwitzerland.com and a Swiss travel expert, shares the best places to visit in Switzerland based on her experiences, along with all the Swiss travel tips she has gathered over 30 years and on dozens of visits, for planning a trip to Swit ...
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Are you ready to supercharge your German listening comprehension? Our podcast is the perfect tool for you. Studies show that the key to mastering a second language is through repetition and active processing. That's why each episode of our podcast features a story in German, followed by a sentence-by-sentence retelling that alternates between German and English. This approach not only allows you to fully understand and absorb the vocabulary and grammar but also provides a bilingual support t ...
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Fluent Fiction - German: Sunlit Reunion: A Day at the Brandenburg Gate Find the full episode transcript, vocabulary words, and more: fluentfiction.org/sunlit-reunion-a-day-at-the-brandenburg-gate Story Transcript: De: Die Sonne scheint auf Berlin. En: The sun is shining on Berlin. De: Anna freut sich. En: Anna is happy. De: Heute trifft sie ihre Fr…
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Fluent Fiction - German: Decisions over Coffee: Anna's Journey at Café Zeitgeist Find the full episode transcript, vocabulary words, and more: fluentfiction.org/decisions-over-coffee-annas-journey-at-cafe-zeitgeist Story Transcript: De: In Berlin ist es viel los. En: In Berlin, there's a lot going on. De: Autos hupen. En: Cars are honking. De: Die …
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Fluent Fiction - German: The Heart of Berlin: A Tale of Family Reunion Find the full episode transcript, vocabulary words, and more: fluentfiction.org/the-heart-of-berlin-a-tale-of-family-reunion Story Transcript: De: Ein Tag. En: A day. De: Ein besonderer Tag. En: A special day. De: Anna zitterte vor Aufregung. En: Anna trembled with excitement. D…
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Fluent Fiction - German: Rainy Day Picnic: A Family's Joy Amidst Nature's Showers Find the full episode transcript, vocabulary words, and more: fluentfiction.org/rainy-day-picnic-a-familys-joy-amidst-natures-showers Story Transcript: De: In der Großstadt Berlin wohnten Anna, Lars und die kleine Sophia. En: In the big city of Berlin lived Anna, Lars…
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Fluent Fiction - German: Embracing Home: A Heartwarming Family Gathering in Berlin Find the full episode transcript, vocabulary words, and more: fluentfiction.org/embracing-home-a-heartwarming-family-gathering-in-berlin Story Transcript: De: Die Sonne schien hell am Berliner Himmel. En: The sun was shining brightly in the Berlin sky. De: Anna stand…
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Fluent Fiction - German: A Day of Wonders: Mysterious Letters and Unexpected Revelations Find the full episode transcript, vocabulary words, and more: fluentfiction.org/a-day-of-wonders-mysterious-letters-and-unexpected-revelations Story Transcript: De: Am Himmel hing eine dicke, graue Wolke. Anna schlug den Mantelkragen hoch und guckte auf die Uhr…
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Are you ready to ride on the world's first and only open-air double-decker cable car? Join us in this episode as Carolyn chats with Lena Häfelfinger to learn all about visiting Mt. Stanserhorn. Lena shares the many reasons to visit the mountain which include great views over Lake Lucerne, hiking, learning about the local flora and fauna, and dining…
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Fluent Fiction - German: A Heartfelt Berlin Family Reunion Find the full episode transcript, vocabulary words, and more: fluentfiction.org/a-heartfelt-berlin-family-reunion Story Transcript: De: Die Sonne ging auf über Berlin, und Sophie öffnete ihre Augen. En: The sun rose over Berlin, and Sophie opened her eyes. De: Heute ist ein besonderer Tag, …
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Fluent Fiction - German: Sibling Harmony: Lessons in Love, Laughter, and Family Unity Find the full episode transcript, vocabulary words, and more: fluentfiction.org/sibling-harmony-lessons-in-love-laughter-and-family-unity Story Transcript: De: In einer großen Stadt namens Berlin, zu Hause beim Familientreffen, saßen Anna, Andreas und Sophie. En: …
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Fluent Fiction - German: A Heartwarming Family Reunion: The Long-Awaited Visit of Uncle Klaus Find the full episode transcript, vocabulary words, and more: fluentfiction.org/a-heartwarming-family-reunion-the-long-awaited-visit-of-uncle-klaus Story Transcript: De: In Berlin wohnt die kleine Anna mit ihren Eltern. En: In Berlin lives little Anna with…
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Fluent Fiction - German: Cherishing Moments: A Heartwarming Family Reunion in Berlin Find the full episode transcript, vocabulary words, and more: fluentfiction.org/cherishing-moments-a-heartwarming-family-reunion-in-berlin Story Transcript: De: Die Sonne schien hell über Berlin. Anna war im Zug. Ihr Herz schlug schnell. Heute war ein großer Tag. E…
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Fluent Fiction - German: The Berlin Brunch Chronicles: A Bittersweet Farewell Find the full episode transcript, vocabulary words, and more: fluentfiction.org/the-berlin-brunch-chronicles-a-bittersweet-farewell Story Transcript: De: Im Herzen von Berlin, wo der Lärm der Stadt wie eine ständige Melodie ist, lebten Anna, Klaus und Sofia. Jeden Sonntag…
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Fluent Fiction - German: Sunset Farewell: A Berlin Friendship Tale Find the full episode transcript, vocabulary words, and more: fluentfiction.org/sunset-farewell-a-berlin-friendship-tale Story Transcript: De: Unsere Heldin, Anna, hat ein Geheimnis. En: Our heroine, Anna, has a secret. De: Sie lebt in Berlin, der großen Stadt mit vielen Lichtern un…
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Fluent Fiction - German: Coffee, Laughter, and Friendship: A Tale of Three Friends in Berlin Find the full episode transcript, vocabulary words, and more: fluentfiction.org/coffee-laughter-and-friendship-a-tale-of-three-friends-in-berlin Story Transcript: De: In der riesigen Stadt Berlin. En: In the huge city of Berlin. De: Darin ein kleines Kaffee…
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Fluent Fiction - German: Anna's Brave Speech: A Heartwarming Family Reunion Story Find the full episode transcript, vocabulary words, and more: fluentfiction.org/annas-brave-speech-a-heartwarming-family-reunion-story Story Transcript: De: In einer bunten Stadt namens München wohnt ein Mädchen. En: In a colorful city called Munich lives a girl. De: …
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Fluent Fiction - German: The Joy of Sharing: A Heartwarming Picnic Tale Find the full episode transcript, vocabulary words, and more: fluentfiction.org/the-joy-of-sharing-a-heartwarming-picnic-tale Story Transcript: De: Auf den ersten Blick war Lena ein ganz normales Mädchen. En: At first glance, Lena was a completely normal girl. De: Sie lebte in …
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Let's go in search of five of the most beautiful waterfalls in Switzerland! In this episode, our guest, Melinda Schoutens, joins us to tell us about some of her favourite Swiss waterfalls. Each of these breathtaking waterfalls in Switzerland are easily reached by public transport - or on foot if you enjoy a hike - and will be a highlight of your Sw…
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Fluent Fiction - German: Discovering Berlin by Bike Find the full episode transcript, vocabulary words, and more: fluentfiction.org/discovering-berlin-by-bike Story Transcript: De: Anna war aufgeregt. En: Anna was excited. De: Sie liebte Fahrradfahrten. En: She loved bike rides. De: Gerade jetzt in Berlin. En: Especially now in Berlin. De: Sie war …
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Fluent Fiction - German: Sunbeam: Brewing Friendship Amidst Conflict Find the full episode transcript, vocabulary words, and more: fluentfiction.org/sunbeam-brewing-friendship-amidst-conflict Story Transcript: De: In dem pulsierenden Herzen von Berlin, in einer kleinen Gasse zwischen zwei grossen Gebäuden, gab es ein schönes kleines Café namens "So…
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Fluent Fiction - German: A Birthday Picnic to Remember: A Heartwarming Tale of Friendship in Berlin Find the full episode transcript, vocabulary words, and more: fluentfiction.org/a-birthday-picnic-to-remember-a-heartwarming-tale-of-friendship-in-berlin Story Transcript: De: Eines Tages, in der lebendigen Stadt Berlin, gab es drei Freunde: Anna, La…
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Fluent Fiction - German: The Heartwarming Tale of Klaus and Lena: A Family's Special Gathering Find the full episode transcript, vocabulary words, and more: fluentfiction.org/the-heartwarming-tale-of-klaus-and-lena-a-familys-special-gathering Story Transcript: De: In Berlin, in einem großen Haus mit vielen Fenstern, lebten Klaus und Lena. En: In Be…
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Fluent Fiction - German: Family Bonds: A Heartwarming Tale of Support and Togetherness Find the full episode transcript, vocabulary words, and more: fluentfiction.org/family-bonds-a-heartwarming-tale-of-support-and-togetherness Story Transcript: De: In der großen Stadt Berlin, da wo die Türme bis zu den Wolken reichen, leben Anna und Klaus. En: In …
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Fluent Fiction - German: Sunny Smiles: A Heartwarming Family Day in the Berlin Park Find the full episode transcript, vocabulary words, and more: fluentfiction.org/sunny-smiles-a-heartwarming-family-day-in-the-berlin-park Story Transcript: De: In einem leuchtenden, bunten Park in Berlin gab es ein Treffen. En: In a bright, colorful park in Berlin, …
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Fluent Fiction - German: A Picnic in Berlin's Tiergarten: Overcoming Fear and Friendship Find the full episode transcript, vocabulary words, and more: fluentfiction.org/a-picnic-in-berlins-tiergarten-overcoming-fear-and-friendship Story Transcript: De: In Berlins Herz gibt es einen grünen Ort. En: In Berlin's heart there is a green place. De: Der T…
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Fluent Fiction - German: The Sweet Return: A Heartwarming Family Sunday Find the full episode transcript, vocabulary words, and more: fluentfiction.org/the-sweet-return-a-heartwarming-family-sunday-2 Story Transcript: De: Ein sonniger Sonntag war in Berlin angebrochen. En: A sunny Sunday had dawned in Berlin. De: Hans, ein großer alter Mann mit wei…
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Fluent Fiction - German: Family Reunion in Berlin: Rediscovering Bonds in the City's Heartbeat Find the full episode transcript, vocabulary words, and more: fluentfiction.org/family-reunion-in-berlin-rediscovering-bonds-in-the-citys-heartbeat-2 Story Transcript: De: Berlin, die Stadt voller Leben und Geschichte, ist der Ort, wo unsere kleine Geschi…
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Fluent Fiction - German: Cakes, Coffee, and Colorful Conversations: An Ode to Friendship in Berlin Find the full episode transcript, vocabulary words, and more: fluentfiction.org/cakes-coffee-and-colorful-conversations-an-ode-to-friendship-in-berlin Story Transcript: De: In einem kleinen Café in Berlin, genau dort, wo die Stadt am lautesten und bun…
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It may be the incredible scenery of mountains and lakes that has made visiting Switzerland a high priority for you but the country is also famous for its engineering prowess. In fact, Switzerland is home to many examples of pioneering innovation and design - many of which are world firsts - that you may like to include in your Swiss vacation. In th…
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Fluent Fiction - German: The Heartwarming Tale of Anna and Max: A Friendship Found in the Tiergarten Find the full episode transcript, vocabulary words, and more: fluentfiction.org/the-heartwarming-tale-of-anna-and-max-a-friendship-found-in-the-tiergarten Story Transcript: De: In der großen Stadt Berlin lebte ein lachendes Mädchen namens Anna. En: …
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Fluent Fiction - German: The Berlin Reunion: Resolving Family Feuds with Love Find the full episode transcript, vocabulary words, and more: fluentfiction.org/the-berlin-reunion-resolving-family-feuds-with-love Story Transcript: De: Hans und Anja hatten ein Familientreffen in Berlin. En: Hans and Anja had a family gathering in Berlin. De: Sie wohnte…
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Fluent Fiction - German: Finding Christmas Joy: Anna and Klaus's Heartwarming Berlin Tale Find the full episode transcript, vocabulary words, and more: fluentfiction.org/finding-christmas-joy-anna-and-klauss-heartwarming-berlin-tale Story Transcript: De: In Berlin, der Stadt des Lichts, wohnen das Mädchen Anna und der Junge Klaus. En: In Berlin, th…
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Fluent Fiction - German: A Heartwarming Birthday Surprise at a German Bakery Find the full episode transcript, vocabulary words, and more: fluentfiction.org/a-heartwarming-birthday-surprise-at-a-german-bakery Story Transcript: De: Unsere Freunde Anna und Klaus waren beide in Berlin, der großen, lebendigen Stadt, angelangt. En: Our friends Anna and …
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Fluent Fiction - German: Katja's Coffee Chat: Reviving Berlin's Traditional Bond Find the full episode transcript, vocabulary words, and more: fluentfiction.org/katjas-coffee-chat-reviving-berlins-traditional-bond Story Transcript: De: Es war ein sonniger Nachmittag in Berlin. En: It was a sunny afternoon in Berlin. De: Katja, eine Dame mittleren A…
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Fluent Fiction - German: The Farewell Gathering: Bittersweet Bonds in Berlin Find the full episode transcript, vocabulary words, and more: fluentfiction.org/the-farewell-gathering-bittersweet-bonds-in-berlin Story Transcript: De: In Berlin, der Stadt der Geschichte und Kultur, lebten drei gute Freunde - Franziska, Maximilian und Lea. En: In Berlin,…
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Fluent Fiction - German: Christmas Magic: Petra's Enchanted Market Adventure Find the full episode transcript, vocabulary words, and more: fluentfiction.org/christmas-magic-petras-enchanted-market-adventure Story Transcript: De: In Berlin gab es ein Mädchen namens Petra. En: In Berlin, there was a girl named Petra. De: Petra liebte es, den Weihnach…
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Fluent Fiction - German: Reunited Hearts: A Tale of Family Reconciliation in Berlin Find the full episode transcript, vocabulary words, and more: fluentfiction.org/reunited-hearts-a-tale-of-family-reconciliation-in-berlin Story Transcript: De: Die Sonne war hell und warm in Berlin. En: The sun was bright and warm in Berlin. De: Anna und Max freuten…
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Fluent Fiction - German: Baking Joy: A Heartwarming Birthday Bakery Adventure Find the full episode transcript, vocabulary words, and more: fluentfiction.org/baking-joy-a-heartwarming-birthday-bakery-adventure Story Transcript: De: Mit bunten Ballons in der Hand traten Katrin und Max in die lebendige Stadt Berlin. En: With colorful balloons in hand…
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Fluent Fiction - German: The Joyful Tale of Family Reunion in the Berlin Park Find the full episode transcript, vocabulary words, and more: fluentfiction.org/the-joyful-tale-of-family-reunion-in-the-berlin-park Story Transcript: De: In Berlin, einer Stadt voller Leben und Lichter, gibt es einen großen Park. En: In Berlin, a city full of life and li…
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Fluent Fiction - German: Anna's Family Gathering: A Heartwarming Tale of Unity and Love Find the full episode transcript, vocabulary words, and more: fluentfiction.org/annas-family-gathering-a-heartwarming-tale-of-unity-and-love Story Transcript: De: In Berlin, der Stadt der hohen Türme, lebte ein kleines Mädchen namens Anna. En: In Berlin, the cit…
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Fluent Fiction - German: Autumn in Berlin: A Day of Friendship and Laughter Find the full episode transcript, vocabulary words, and more: fluentfiction.org/autumn-in-berlin-a-day-of-friendship-and-laughter Story Transcript: De: In Berlin wehten die bunten Blätter durch die belebten Straßen, es war Herbst. En: In Berlin, the colorful leaves blew thr…
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In this episode, Carolyn chats with Alan Ramsay from Schilthorn cableways to learn more about the new Schilthorn construction project that is currently underway. Alan also discusses the various ways to reach the Schilthorn, what to do at the Schilthorn and the intermediate stations, and how you can enjoy a delicious brunch in the Piz Gloria revolvi…
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Fluent Fiction - German: The Heartwarming Chaos at Sophia's Family Gathering Find the full episode transcript, vocabulary words, and more: fluentfiction.org/the-heartwarming-chaos-at-sophias-family-gathering Story Transcript: De: Sophia wohnt in Berlin. En: Sophia lives in Berlin. De: Sie hat eine große Familie. En: She has a large family. De: Alle…
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Fluent Fiction - German: The Joy of Imperfect Bliss: A Memorable Village Picnic Find the full episode transcript, vocabulary words, and more: fluentfiction.org/the-joy-of-imperfect-bliss-a-memorable-village-picnic Story Transcript: De: In einem kleinen Dorf, auf einer lichtdurchfluteten Wiese, war ein Ort, den jeder liebte - der Park. En: In a smal…
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Fluent Fiction - German: Anna's Family Reunion: Building Bonds Through Memories Find the full episode transcript, vocabulary words, and more: fluentfiction.org/annas-family-reunion-building-bonds-through-memories Story Transcript: De: In Berlin, ganz nah am Brandenburger Tor, wohnte ein Mädchen namens Anna. En: In Berlin, very close to the Brandenb…
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Fluent Fiction - German: The Colorful Birthday Picnic: Adventures of Anna, Klaus, and Sophie Find the full episode transcript, vocabulary words, and more: fluentfiction.org/the-colorful-birthday-picnic-adventures-of-anna-klaus-and-sophie Story Transcript: De: In einer bunten Stadt namens Berlin lebten drei kinderfreundliche Freunde namens Anna, Kla…
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Fluent Fiction - German: Capturing Memories: A Day of Friendship in Tiergarten Find the full episode transcript, vocabulary words, and more: fluentfiction.org/capturing-memories-a-day-of-friendship-in-tiergarten Story Transcript: De: In Berlin, am großen grünen Platz namens Tiergarten, sitzen drei gute Freunde: Anna, Klaus und Julia. En: In Berlin,…
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Fluent Fiction - German: Sunny Family Gathering: An Unforgettable Day in the Park Find the full episode transcript, vocabulary words, and more: fluentfiction.org/sunny-family-gathering-an-unforgettable-day-in-the-park Story Transcript: De: In einer lebhaften Straße in Berlin wohnen Anna und Max. En: In a lively street in Berlin live Anna and Max. D…
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Fluent Fiction - German: A Mother's Farewell: Family Bonds Across Continents Find the full episode transcript, vocabulary words, and more: fluentfiction.org/a-mothers-farewell-family-bonds-across-continents Story Transcript: De: "Sonntag, den 12. September", sagte Sophia und blickte auf den kleinen Kalender in ihrer Küche. Sie zeigte auf das Datum …
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Fluent Fiction - German: Sunny Day Picnic in Berlin's Tiergarten Find the full episode transcript, vocabulary words, and more: fluentfiction.org/sunny-day-picnic-in-berlins-tiergarten Story Transcript: De: Berlin ist eine schöne Stadt. En: Berlin is a beautiful city. De: In der Mitte liegt der Tiergarten. En: In the middle lies the Tiergarten. De: …
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Fluent Fiction - German: A Berlin Reunion: Embracing Change Amidst the Hausmann-style Architecture Find the full episode transcript, vocabulary words, and more: fluentfiction.org/a-berlin-reunion-embracing-change-amidst-the-hausmann-style-architecture Story Transcript: De: In den belebten Straßen von Berlin gab es Aufregung. En: In the bustling str…
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