Most U.S. family travelers are familiar with popular Swiss destinations like Zermatt and St. Moritz. However, many may not know, but just 90 minutes from Zürich, there’s a Swiss Alps resort European families have visited for years: LAAX is designed for families — and that’s for all members of the family, be it different ages, different skill levels, different energy windows. Everyone can enjoy the destination without anyone feeling forced into a set itinerary.
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There’s so much that sets LAAX apart when it comes to family travelers, including KIDS Freestyle Academy, purpose-built for children up to age 8. The professionally supervised indoor facility introduces kids to freestyle movement through skating, trampolining and balance activities to build skills in a controlled environment that gives kids independence.
The infrastructure of the area works for families traveling with multiple generations thanks to smart accommodations like Riders Hotel, rocksresort, Casa Mulania and signinahotel, offering direct access to activities, flexible layouts, modern alpine design and optional childcare service. The activities match, with offerings at every pace. Visitors can enjoy beginner ski zones, alpine bike trails, Senda dil Dragun treetop walk (longest in the world), an archery park, scenic mountain walks, winter skiing/skating, summer mountain biking and hiking. With so much on offer, there’s no forced togetherness: Teens can go one way, parents can ski or ride at their own level, grandparents can opt for alpine walks and younger kids learn in the academy before reconvening for dinner.
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American family travelers are just now discovering LAAX, but the destination has built a reputation across Europe as the mountain resort where three generations share adventure without anyone feeling overwhelmed.
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