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What began in America has now also arrived in Europe: the trend towards the Tiny House. Many people, especially younger ones, are looking for alternatives to large apartments or even the luxurious homes, at least for as long as they live alone and have to get by with little money. 

Under the given circumstances, many of us are thinking about a few relaxing days at home this year. Bellevue, the lifestyle magazine of the NZZ, therefore recently has presented in a worth reading article 10 Swiss hotels that are characterized by seclusion, spacious parks and beautiful gardens.

Time and again, “smart cities” are said to be quieter, cleaner, more environmentally friendly or more liveable. There are many approaches to this in Asia. GEO’s online portal has looked at some examples and taken an in-depth look at the world’s smartest cities – from South Korea to Bad Hersfeld.