Geneva - Blue Islands

HOTELS
RESTAURANTS
GENEVA
DESTINATION
Geneva
TSE YANG
 TSE YANG
 HOTEL DE LA CIGOGNE
Hotel de la Cigogne offers a mixture of vivacity and privacy in the Place
Longemalle. A feeling of warmth and comforting luxury when, just over the
threshold, you enter the great lobby, hear the murmur of water and the
crackling fire in the hearth.
La Cigogne's 52 rooms and apartments (including 4 duplexes), with their
unique furniture, carved wood, precious carpets and statues, provide every
reason to make La Cigogne your preferred stopping place.
cigogne.ch
From spicy entrees to classic noodle dishes, the Chinese cuisine at Tse
Yang is extraordinary. The restaurant is well known for its pan-Chinese
specialties and the menu allows diners to mix and match selections.
With stunning views of the lake, the decor is elegantly traditional and
service is attentive.
kempinski.com
 RESTAURANT-BRASSERIE DU LAC DE BRETAYE
Open from mid-December to mid-April and from June to September,
Restaurant-brasserie du Lac de Bretaye slecialises in cheeses, typically
Swiss dishes, mushrooms and gastronomic meals on request.
bretaye.ch
SOMETHING DIFFERENT
 BURN OFF SOME OF THE CHEESE!
Geneva has been referred to as the world's
most compact metropolis as well as the
‘Peace Capital’. The city is located at the
south-western end of Lake Geneva and is
surrounded by two mountain chains, the
Alps and the Jura.
This is also a terrific cultural destination
with over 30 museums, theatres, galleries
and an opera house.
The Lake Geneva Region is ideal for Hiking fans! Offering 3'000 km of
marked itineraries and trails, the Lake Geneva Region gives soft mobility
all its due, to the great delight of hikers. At one with nature, you will be
able to discover the stunning scenic diversity of the Lake Geneva Region.
EVENTS
 3-5 MAY. GENEVA MARATHON.
The course will take in both town and countryside, allowing runners to
admire the mind-blowing mountain landscapes, whilst discovering the
beautiful sights of Geneva: The Jet d'eau (water fountain), the Flower Clock,
the Mont Blanc bridge. Organised simultaneously with the marathon, the
half marathon offers a more urban route in the heart of Geneva.
genevemarathon.org/en/
 4 MAY. TOUR DE ROMANDIE.
The Tour de Romandie, a stage race for cyclists, was founded in 1947 to
celebrate the 50th anniversary of the Swiss Cycling Union. The first edition of
the Tour brought together 40 riders divided into ten teams. At the time, only
4 stages featured in the programme and the total distance covered was 755
kilometres! Geneva will be the exceptional setting for the final stage, with an
individual time trial around the big fountain on both shores of the lake.
tourderomandie.ch
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AIRPORT INFO
 15 MAY. KELIS.
After prestigious collaborations with Pharell Williams, David Guetta and
Björk, Kelis will offer a soul and R'n'B concert in at Salle des Fêtes de Thônex.
 12-13 JUNE. LAKE SAILING REGATTA.
The Rolex Bol d’Or is Europe’s largest and most important sailing regatta
with over 500 boats in competition annually. Hosted by the Societe
Nautique de Geneve, the regatta has received increased attention on the
world stage since the Swiss team Alinghi took the America’s cup in 2004.
boldormirabaud.com
 28-29 JUNE. SWISS CAR EVENT.
A European event not to be missed, the Swiss Car Event brings together
Swiss and European custom car enthusiasts for a full weekend with the
purpose of sharing and exchanging their passion. It includes the owners
of customised vehicles, professional exhibitors and presentations by clubs.
swisscarevent.ch/en/
CHECK-IN. Opens 2 hours before departure & closes 40 mins before departure.
 HÔTEL AUTEUIL
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.
The Auteuil hotel is located just a few minutes from Geneva’s main train
station. With the elegant, modern design of the rooms and the fitness
centre, you’re sure to find relaxation.
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.
Let your curiosity lead you as you look around the lobby where you’ll find
a permanent collection of original celebrity photos from the 1960s. From
Sofia Loren to Sean Connery, admire the greatest stars of the era as they
arrive on Geneva airport’s tarmac
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
hotelauteuilgeneva.com
Blue Islands flies to Geneva from Jersey
with connections from Guernsey.