Entrance cost €18 for a family of four, only to be told my husband could not be in the pool area…read morebecause he had board shorts. Not just that he couldn't swim in the pool. He couldn't be poolside. So we spent our time by the lake, which was nice but we could've had that for free if we'd gone a little further down the lake. Apparently boardshorts are unhygienic....the 100 or so kids peeing in the pool is fine though.

I usually ain't a big sucker for touristic places and lakes don't really make my heart beat faster…read moreeither, but le Lac d'Annecy is a huge exception. This lake is just the most clear, pretty and awesome I've ever seen, especially with the stunning mountains in the back. There's a super romantic bridge, you can go for a walk or run next to it, sit in the grass or go swim or just read a book in the park while watching people walk by and the lake staying as pretty as it is. - Or you can also bike across the whole lake and visit the other cute villages nearby. But, an absolute recommendation is to rent a small boat (you don't need a license for that!), drive to the middle of the lake and swim. It's not the warmest lake as it's a glacier lake, but just do it.

Despite being a major skiing destination, France isn't really known for its alpine lakes, but Lake…read moreAnnecy is one of my favourite places in France. It's very accessible, and the town of Annecy is delightful: it's touristy, of course, but tourism hasn't spoiled it, and you can still eat and stay here at reasonable cost. Every turn of a street corner seems to open up a vista of the lake. The lake itself is lovely for both lakeside walks and boating (boat hire is available at several locations, as well as larger pleasure boat trips for those who don't want to row themselves) and the scenery is stunning. There are plenty of other lakeside villages to visit if you want somewhere quieter, and there are regular buses around the lakeside road.

You must go on your Swiss vacation! It was a wonderful beach with lots of areas to swim and lounge…read more The cafe is quite affordable and a fondue for one is honestly huge. I split one with my roommate. Make sure to bring 2 CHF CASH!

It is an amazing SPA during winter. There are one sauna, two Hammam and a relaxing room. It is…read morepossible to exit the sauna and jump in the lake. It is located on the lake in the very city center and it is possible to view the whole city from there. Just note that nudism is allowed in the entire area. Strongly recommended.

For all the sport fans or those who are looking for a small beach and afterwork that is the place…read moreto go!