While the first mansions were being built on Geneva Lake, the town was known for something else. Luxurious sanitariums, or mental institutions, helped shape the local economy from 1885-1930.

There's no shortage of places to explore in the culturally rich central European nation, but no trip is complete without a visit to one of the most beautiful lakes in the world-- Lake Geneva.

The perfect spring break destination or weekend getaway that offers a mix of relaxation, adventure, and beautiful scenery, ...