Geneva
Flights from the Channel Islands to Geneva from £99
The first class service on the Swiss routes will always make you feel special.
Adults can enjoy the complimentary champagne and refreshments onboard whilst the children are entertained with an in flight colouring kit - PLUS take all your ski equipment for FREE!
Ski holidays direct to the Alps from the Channel Islands are now available with Blue Islands. Choose from a wide selection of resorts near Geneva, from as little as £514pp for 7 nights, including flights and accommodation. For more information, click here.
For those of you planning a trip to Geneva itself, the city itself boasts a stunning location on the lake, with excellent shopping opportunities, sophisticated restaurants and a wide range of hotel options. Geneva's famous "Jet d Eau", its most famous landmark, and the world's tallest water fountain, provides a constant backdrop for an exploration of the city.
The Old Town offers a living glimpse of the past, while Geneva's many museums and art galleries capture the rich and vibrant history of the city including the International Red Cross Museum, the European HQ of the United Nations, and the Museum of Modern and Contemporary Art (MAMCO).
For a change of scenery take a cruise on the lake or relax in one of Geneva's many waterfront parks. Check out Geneva's famous Market Street to buy a Swiss watch, or just indulge in some window shopping on the extravagant Rue de Rive and Rue du Rhone - just try not to look at the price tags! Relieve those tired feet (and wallets) at one of the busy cafés on Place du Molard or Place de la Fusterie for some first class people watching. For more information on hotels available in Geneva, click here.
To find out what's on and for further information, visit the Geneva Tourist
Board website.
Ski Packages
Ski holidays direct to the Alps from the Channel Islands are now available with Blue Islands. Choose from a wide selection of resorts near Geneva or Zurich. Prices start from as little as £514pp for 7 nights, including flights and accommodation. Click here for more information.
LEISURE EVENTS
27-29 JANUARY. DISNEY ON ICE AT ARENA.
All your favourite princes and princesses take to the ice in a spectacular finale at the Disney princess event of a lifetime. Experience beauty, sparkle and spirit in this Disney on Ice presentation of Dare to Dream. Click here for more information.
3-18 MARCH 2012. INTERNATIONAL MOTOR SHOW, PALEXPO EXHIBITION
CENTRE.
The Geneva Motor show is the largest international show in Europe
and arguably the most important motor show in the world. Many new
prototypes and innovations are unveiled during the week and the
atmosphere is electric with lots of freebees and plenty of flare to
go around. Classic favorites from almost every manufacturer in the
world are also on display throughout the huge show room. Click here for
more information.
11 MARCH INTERNATIONAL FILM FESTIVAL OF HUMAN RIGHTS
Click here for more information.
1-16 JULY 2012. MONTREAUX JAZZ FESTIVAL
The Montreux Jazz festival was founded in 1967 and has been a European mainstay ever since, bringing an eclectic mix of artists year after year. There are free concerts and jam sessions along the lake every night and the intimate paid venues offer concertgoers a unique up-close experience with some of the world's biggest names. Click here for more information.
For information on all events taking place in Geneva, click here.
BUSINESS EVENTS
27 JANUARY. BUSINESS OF THE YEAR AWARDS. The Chamber's Annual
Dinner is
one of the largest networking events of the year. With an
attendance of nearly
300 guests this is an event you don't want to miss. Click here for more information.
6-11 APRIL 2012. INTERNATIONAL EXHIBITION OF INVENTIONS, NEW TECHNIQUES AND PRODUCTS
The largest event of its kind, Geneva's International Exhibition of Inventions features over one thousand new innovations and inventions from around the world. This is where the public and commercial investors alike come to discover the future with inventions from every field from computer science to plumbing to toys and games. For more information, click here.
L'ENTRECOTE COURONNE
This is a very good restaurant located in the centre of Geneva on the Rue des Paquis. The food is terrific and the location is a 5-minute walk from the waterfront and 5-star hotels such as Hotel de la Paix. For more information, click here.
BISTROT DU BOEUF ROUGE
A very diverse menu and great atmosphere. Situated on the Rue Alfred Vincent - opposite the East West Hotel (which is also highly rated by Trip Advisor). For over 20 years, the Farina family have been lovingly running this typically French bistro. For more information, click here.
PATARA
This is the most elegant and prestigious Thai restaurants in Geneva, occupying street level premises within the Hotel Beau-Rivage, and a position immediatley adjacent to Le Chat Botte, one of the most elegant restaurants in town. Within a decor of teak woodcarvings and Thai paintings, the impeccably dressed staff will serve flavour-filled examples of the best of their country's cuisine. For more information, click here.
LE CHAT-BOTTE
This grand restaurant is one of the fanciest hotels in Geneva. Decorated with tapestries, sculpture and rich upholstery, it serves some of the best food in the city. If the weather is right, you can dine on the flower-bedecked terrace, overlooking the Jet d'Eau. The cuisine, although inspired by French classics, is definitely contemporary.
Blue Islands operates return flights to Geneva from Guernsey & Jersey.
CHECK-IN
Opens 2 hours before departure & closes 40 mins before departure.
TAXIS
There is a taxi stand just in front of the arrivals area. Fares between airport and city range from CHF 30 - to CHF 35.
BUSES & TRAINS
Buses leave from the departure level. Bus 10 to Geneva city centre leaves every 10 minutes. Trains - 8 minutes to Geneva city centre. Tel: +4122 7177111 or see www.unireso.com.
CAR HIRE
In the main terminal, the car hire desks are just across from arrivals.
PARKING
Covered long term and open air short term parking available at the airport. First 10 mins free. For more information, Tel: +4122 717 70. www.gva.ch
