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The Swiss Post, their Services and Mailboxes

October 10, 2018April 2, 2026 Lisa

Times are tough for companies state owned or not; they must run efficiently. The Swiss post is a public company owned by the Swiss Confederation. Even as Switzerland’s second largest employer they are tightening their belts and streamlining processes to… Read moreThe Swiss Post, their Services and Mailboxes

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Pure Gold

July 26, 2016April 3, 2026 Lisa

I think I’m a nice sort of person. I smile and sometimes nod as a greeting when passing someone on the street to acknowledge them. I learned that in Switzerland you actually say ‘Gruessech’ too. Before we were married, Ben… Read morePure Gold

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