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Welcome to Le Bouveret www.ritz.edu INSTITUT HÔTELIER “CÉSAR RiTZ” THINGS TO REMEMBER STUDENT LIFE Switzerland Founded in 1291, Switzerland has almost always been The transport and tourism infrastructures are politically neutral and is now the most politically among the best in the world, making it very easy and stable country in the world. The safe environment, comfortable for visitors to travel around the country. natural beauty, cleanliness, cultural and linguistic Switzerland is centrally located in Europe, giving diversity, and Swiss reputation for excellence and students the opportunity to visit and experience professionalism add to the experience. other European countries. Small Country, Big Heart Switzerland and Tourism Consisting of 26 Considered as the cantons (or states), birthplace of tourism, Switzerland is located p eople f rom a l l in the heart of Europe over the world visit and surrounded by Switzerland for its five countries: Italy, natural beauty and F r a n c e , A u s t r i a , outstanding quality Germany, and Liech- of service. This tiny tenstein. The total nation has 5,600 population is approxi- hotels that provide mately 7.6 million, accommodation for of which twenty more than 35 million percent are expatri- guests every year! ates. The largest cities The Swiss hospitality in Switzerland are: industry not only Zurich (centre for welcomes many in- business and finance); ternational visitors Basel (cultural capi- but also employs a tal); Geneva (home truly international of the United Nations work force. This is and International Red reflected in Swiss Cross); Bern (capital hotel management of the country); and schools in terms Lausanne (Olympic of the curriculum capita l). A lthough offered and the mix Switzerland is a very of the student popu- small country, four lation. In a country languages are spoken: that has some of the German in the north and east; French in the west; most prestigious hotel management schools in the Italian in the south; and Romansh in the south- world, the quality of the country’s human resources eastern region. is second to none, ensuring an extensive supply of highly qualified staff for the industry. Culture and Leisure www.aseh.ch www.myswitzerland.com Switzerland’s mountains, valleys, lakes and glaciers offer students year-round opportunities for outdoor activities such as skiing, skating, paragliding, rafting, sailing, mountain biking and horse riding. World-renowned exhibitions and festivals take place throughout the calendar year satisfying all cultural tastes in music from pop to jazz to classical. In short, Switzerland offers an extensive range of sporting and cultural activities. 3 How to Get to Institut Hôtelier “César Ritz” By Car from: Geneva/Lausanne/Montreux • Take the A9 motorway direction Brig/Simplon until the Villeneuve exit 16 • Drive for approximately 12 km following the sign to Evian • When entering Le Bouveret, stay on the main road through the village in the direction of Evian and you will find the college on your left-hand side By Car from: Zurich/Bern/Fribourg • Take the A12 motorway direction Bern/Fribourg/Vevey. In Vevey, follow the sign to Brig/Simplon on the A9 until the Villeneuve exit 16 • Drive for approximately 12 km following the sign to Evian • When entering Le Bouveret, stay on the main road through the village in the direction of Evian and you will find the college on your left-hand side By Car from: Milan (Italy)/Tunnel Gran San Bernardo/Martigny • Take the A4/autostrada Milano-Torino and follow the sign to the Gran San Bernardo for 105 km • Merge onto A5/E25 direction Aosta/Gran San Bernardo for 64 km • Merge onto E27 Tunnel Grand Saint Bernard for 35 km • Exit the tunnel (Swiss side), follow the sign to Lausanne for 72 km and take motorway exit 17 to Aigle • Drive for approximately 12 km following the sign to Evian • When entering Le Bouveret, stay on the main road and drive through the village direction Evian, soon the college will appear on your left-hand side Germany Basel Zurich Liechtenstein France Luzern Austria Bern Lausanne LE BOUVERET BRIG Geneva Italy Milano 4 By Plane There are three major international airports in Switzerland: Geneva, Zurich and Basel. Geneva Airport is the closest to the school. Flight reservations need to be made well in advance of your starting date, in particular if you start your semester in January (just after the Christmas and New Year holidays), or in July (European summer holidays) as many flights are fully booked early in the year. All three airports have their own railway station with a regular service to the town of Le Bouveret. Each start of term, a Welcome Desk is set up directly in front of the “Arrivals” exit at Geneva Airport. It is open from 8:30 to 22:30 hrs. Friday until Sunday prior to the start of term. Senior students will welcome you at the desk, help you buy the train ticket and ensure you take the correct train to Le Bouveret. By Train Switzerland offers an efficient network of train connections. It is possible to go directly by train from Geneva to Le Bouveret (changing trains in St-Maurice). The ticket costs CHF 44. Trains from Geneva Airport usually depart every two hours and take approximately two hours to Le Bouveret. Direct trains from Zurich Airport with a change in Lausanne take nearly three hours so we recommend you book your flight through to Geneva even though you may stop over in Zurich. Train schedules normally change once per year even though in most cases the changes are not significant. Please visit the website of the Swiss Railways (www.rail.ch) to check for updated departure and arrival times. There you will also find interesting information about travelling in Switzerland by train, student passes, European connections, etc. Half-Fare Train Pass We highly recommend you to buy the half-fare train pass. This allows you to travel anywhere in Switzerland at half the regular price of a ticket for a train, bus or boat. If you buy the pass upon arrival in Switzerland it will immediately save you fifty percent on your trip from the airport to Le Bouveret. The pass costs CHF 150 per year. Combined with the half-fare card, you can also buy the “Voie 7” pass that allows you to travel in second class for free after 19:00 hrs. You must be between the ages of 19-25 to be eligible for this pass and it costs CHF 99 per year. 5 Dress Code “César Ritz” Colleges Switzerland is a business institution and we expect you to dress and present yourself accordingly. When you are scheduled in class or are participating in formal or special occasions, business attire must be worn unless you have to work in the kitchen, service or as otherwise announced. You are advised to be strict with your personal hygiene and your appearance. When you are not attending scheduled classes or school events, casual dress may be adopted but you are expected to ensure that your clothes suit the school’s business environment. If you are in doubt about whether your attire would be considered appropriate, you should seek advice from a member of the staff. Male Students You should wear dark suits (blue, grey, brown or black), a classic collared shirt and a tie. Cardigans/pullovers worn under jackets are permitted as long as they are v-neck and the tie is visible. You should also bring black leather shoes with laces, and black socks. You must have your hair cut to the regulated length above the collar and not coloured. “Skin-head” type haircuts are not allowed due to their unprofessional look and the connotations involved with such haircuts. Earrings and piercings of any kind are not permitted. You must be clean- shaven at all times or have a well-trimmed beard or moustache when you come to classes or special events. During the term, you may not start growing a beard or moustache, or dye your hair. Female Students You should wear skirts/dresses/trousers with coordinating/matching jackets and a blouse or top. No skirts/dresses should be more than 5 cm above the knees. No t-shirts, polo shirts and/or transparent clothing are allowed. Cardigans/pullovers worn under jackets are permitted as long as they are v-neck. You should also bring plain, black leather shoes with a small heel, and skin-coloured stockings. You should refrain from wearing excessive jewelry or the use of extensive make-up, perfume and hair colour. Piercings are limited to one per ear. Visible tattoos are unacceptable. 6 Don‘t Forget Generally most items are available in town or in the region and you will be able to purchase whatever you need. You will notice, however, that the prices are usually more expensive than they would be in your country. What to Bring • At least two business suits to wear to class, training, interviews and special occasions • Minimum of five shirts or blouses with a classic collar and a couple of ties/scarves • Wool scarf, hat, gloves, winter jacket and snow boots (it can be very cold in winter) • Sports clothes and shoes • Pyjamas, nightdresses, bathrobe and slippers • Laptop computer (if you own one it is advisable to bring it along) • Dictionaries • Calculator • 220 volts round prongs/European connector The school also encourages you to bring your country’s traditional costume and/or formal dress for special events or functions. Other Items You Might Choose to Bring • Small travel radio, iPod and alarm clock • Hair dryer (220 volts) • Beach towel (Switzerland offers great opportunities to swim in the summer and in winter, trips are organized to thermal spas and heated swimming pools in the area) • Ski or snowboard equipment (there will be plenty of opportunities during your stay to enjoy the slopes and it is also possible to rent ski equipment for the day or the entire season) • Hiking boots (the Alps offer great opportunities for hiking) • Any other sports equipment (e.g.