Weekend in Gstaad... travelling in a Mercedes SLK-Class

...From Gsteig to Gstaad is a 6 mile drive across an exceptionally serene, majestic valley: it's as if you were in a Milka chocolate advert. The jewel of this valley is of course the highly renowned Gstaad. While the village cannot entirely shake off its chic mountain ambience (the luxurious Palace Hotel dominating the village with its neogothic turrets is a permanent reminder that we are in a special place), you won't find excessive snobbism here, apart from during the winter season. Go for a relaxed stroll through the pedestrianised centre with its big chalets with highly decorated facades. There are antique dealers, the occasional interior decoration boutique, and a few prestigious brands (Cartier, Davidoff...), but you'll also find many café terraces where anyone can enjoy a modest beer. A symbolic venue in Gstaad is the Chesery, where you can enjoy excellent cuisine in smart Alpine surroundings. The menu features a warm salad of ceps marinated in fine herbs and olive oil, Saanenland kid cooked in mountain herbs...