Latest

Cuba Travel: Are these Cuban Myths Actually True?

 2000 1306 Toni-Ann | The Swiss Freis

If you’re travelling to Cuba, find out which of these Cuba travel tips are actually true and which are just Cuban myths. Cuba is probably one of the most mysterious yet intriguing countries in the world, especially for many travelers. Its complex history has given rise to many speculations and of course misconceptions as well. Before my trip to Cuba,…

  • Toni-Ann | The Swiss Freis
  • 4
Sunset in Oia Santorini

14 Excellent Things to Do in Santorini

 1000 654 Toni-Ann | The Swiss Freis

Are you trying to figure out what to do in Santorini? Take a look at this list of some of the best things to do in Santorini Greece!  Excellent Things to Do in Santorini So, you’ve booked that epic trip to Santorini that you’ve always been dreaming of, but now what? What are the best things to do in Santorini?…

  • Toni-Ann | The Swiss Freis
  • 8

Mainau Island: A Complete Guide to the Stunning Flower Island in Germany

 3000 2000 Toni-Ann | The Swiss Freis

If you’re looking for a warm welcome to Spring in Germany, then look no further than the beautiful flower paradise, Mainau Island. Let’s be honest with ourselves, we all love flowers! (Yes, I’m talking to you too fellas!) There’s absolutely nothing more refreshing than watching mother nature awaken from her long winter slumber to greet us with a warm flowery…

  • Toni-Ann | The Swiss Freis
  • 1

Travel Posts

Cuba Travel: Are these Cuban Myths Actually True?
 2000 1306 Toni-Ann | The Swiss Freis

If you’re travelling to Cuba, find out which of these Cuba travel tips are actually true and which are just Cuban myths. Cuba is probably…

Sunset in Oia Santorini
14 Excellent Things to Do in Santorini
 1000 654 Toni-Ann | The Swiss Freis

Are you trying to figure out what to do in Santorini? Take a look at this list of some of the best things to do…

Mainau Island: A Complete Guide to the Stunning Flower Island in Germany
 3000 2000 Toni-Ann | The Swiss Freis

If you’re looking for a warm welcome to Spring in Germany, then look no further than the beautiful flower paradise, Mainau Island. Let’s be honest…

View All Travel Posts

Culture Posts

Just How Influential is Reggae Music in Switzerland?
 1600 1067 Toni-Ann | The Swiss Freis

Reggae music; the love child of ska and rocksteady. Born from the struggles and oppression of the people of one small Caribbean island, Jamaica. What…

Swiss Christmas Market
4 Similar Jamaican and Swiss Christmas Traditions
 1024 683 Toni-Ann | The Swiss Freis

Living in Switzerland certainly comes with its share of culture shock for any Jamaican. When it rolls around to the winter season those differences are…

jonkanoo characters
6 Jamaican Christmas Traditions You Should Know About
 1024 688 Toni-Ann | The Swiss Freis

It’s the Christmas season and everyone is excited to celebrate! How do Jamaicans celebrate Christmas? You might wonder. Are there any special traditions? You’d be…

View All Culture Posts

Lifestyle Posts

6 Motivational Messages that Make Migration Easier
 3000 2000 Toni-Ann | The Swiss Freis

Moving to a new country can be quite exciting! However, do you remember how it felt when your parents taught you how to speak and walk?…

HDS Classmates
HDS: Mastering German within a Year
 3000 1880 Toni-Ann | The Swiss Freis

  A Whole Year, Complete!  Well, it’s official! I’ve completed one whole year of German lessons! Not only did I complete a year of language…

A Moment of Introspection
 4032 3024 Toni-Ann | The Swiss Freis

Inner Turmoil As I sit now on this windowsill of this ever so random building staring unwittingly across this vast field of grass I feel…

View All Lifestyle Posts

Deutsche Blogposts

Zwei Tage in die Natur entfliehen im Great Huts Resort: Portland, Jamaika
 3000 1651 Toni-Ann | The Swiss Freis

Great Huts Resort Tipps & Empfehlungen Great Huts Resort Bilder   Abschalten in der Natur Great Huts Resort befindet sich in der schönsten Region von…

HDS Classmates
HDS: Bestandener Deutschkurs A1
 3000 1880 Toni-Ann | The Swiss Freis

Ein Ganzes Jahr Deutsch! Es ist offiziell! Ich bin schon ein Jahr in der Deutschschule gewesen! Ich habe nicht nur ein komplettes Jahr Deutsch gelernt,…

passports
14 Wichitige Reisetipps für deine nächste Reise
 1000 750 Toni-Ann | The Swiss Freis

Meine Reise nach Istanbul (Türkei) kommt näher und ich fühle mich glücklich ( und ein bisschen ängstlich). Planung und Vorbereitung für eine Reise braucht viele…

Schau dir alle Deutschen Blogposts an

Gallery

Lake Silvaplana, Engadin
Blue Mountains, St. Andrew
Notre Dame du Haut by Le Corbusier, Ronchamp
Steeple in Reschensee, Südtirol
Reschen Pass, Südtirol
Waggis from Basel Fasnacht
Couple sitting on wooden steps in nature

Photograph by JIK-Reuben Visuals

About The Swiss Freis

The Swiss Freis is a fun, light-hearted travel and lifestyle blog created by myself, Toni-Ann. Currently living in St. Gallen Switzerland, I created this blog out of the desire to share my new experiences with family and friends who live in different countries. My blog serves as both a written and visual diary intended to document life as I live it; from the experiences of living in a new country to the unique experiences and challenges I encounter from being in an interracial and intercultural relationship. The Swiss Freis is also a creative outlet for my interests in the visual arts, namely photography and video.

The Swiss Freis welcomes anyone interested in travel, visual imagery or just normal human life experiences to join the journey. From the wanderluster to the curious mind or anyone inbetween, I hope to provide you with an enjoyable experience. So follow as I explore and discover life and all it has to offer!

Our Story

Coming from countries on opposite sides of the world, Jeremias coming from the European country of Switzerland and I from the Caribbean island of Jamaica, both our worlds combined by chance when we met at a music festival in Jamaica called “Wickie Wackie Music Festival”. This festival focused on Jamaica’s world famous genre of music, reggae. It was this, our mutual musical appreciation of reggae music that allowed us to cross paths. Soon we found ourselves developing a mutual interest in each other  as we shared common interests and values.

However, it was inevitable that we would have to separate due to the distance of our home countries. We realized that our relationship was worthwhile and that we wanted to develop together. It was then that we made the decision for me to move to St. Gallen, Switzerland, where we both currently live together.