Biel/Bienne is a the 10th largest city of Switzerland and is located on the northern edge of the canton of Berne. Famous for watchmaking, and home to Rolex, Omega and Swatch among other famous makers. The city lies at the foot of the first mountain range of the Jura Mountains area, guarding the only practical connection to Jura in the area, and on the northeastern shores of Lake Biel (Bielersee, Lac de Bienne), sharing the eastern tip of the lake with its sister city, Nidau.
Princess Cruise - Mediterranean
Hi Nicola, We had the most enjoyable twelve day Mediterranean cruise. The weather was good throughout the duration of the cruise. We did have some very warm days during our walking tours out in the open at Istanbul, Kusadasi and Athens but by large all the tours were fun and enlightening. Emerald Princess is a fantastic cruise ship. Its size and beauty are somewhat stunning. The treatment is first class. We wish to thank you, Nicola, for arranging this wonderful...
By Howard P