shopping & services
Shopping Guides
The main shopping areas in Geneva are the Rue de Rhone and Carouge. These guides list shopping malls, outdoor markets, and where to shop for which items in Geneva The main shopping areas in the Pays de Gex are
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Opening Hours
Sales
Take place in January and in July. These after holiday sales typically range from 20-70% off retail. There are limited promotions at other times. |
Online Shopping
- AngloInfo lists baby equipment and clothing stores in Switzerland
- Facebook Site: For Sale, Free or Wanted - join this group to buy or post your items to sell.
- LeRedoute - has clothes for everyone plus household items such as linens and things from Zara Home.
- Le Shop - order your groceries online and have them delivered to your door!
- My Store - online outlet shop in Switzerland.
- Rakuten – buy books, toys, dvds, clothing, music, electronics from the UK.
- Raphiflo - online shopping for the little ones
- The Book Depository offers free delivery to Switzerland with really speedy and great service.
FOOD & PRODUCTS
BUYING FROM SMALL PRODUCERS
Great list of small producers around Switzerland that give you options for online shopping and delivery.
CALIQ CANDLES
STAY HOME, STAY HEALTHY, STAY COSY
ERRANDS -- Concierge Service
LEAVE IT TO ME
Personal Assistance, Concierge, & Relocation Services
MULTIPLICITY
Will run errands for people who are stuck at home, either with their kids, or are at risk themselves, or not wanting to go out because of fear.
LE CERCLE DU THE
During these troubled times, our webshop remains open and we offer free delivery for orders from Fr. 25.-! We also take orders via email or phone call! Take care.
VAT Refunds
Non-Europeans may be able to get sales tax refunded for merchandise purchased in Europe. At the Geneva airport, VAT vouchers are processed at the American Express office. To help you through the process we've included these comprehensive and easy to understand instructions from the Rick Steves' "Europe through the back door" website.
Non-Europeans may be able to get sales tax refunded for merchandise purchased in Europe. At the Geneva airport, VAT vouchers are processed at the American Express office. To help you through the process we've included these comprehensive and easy to understand instructions from the Rick Steves' "Europe through the back door" website.
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