This is the view from the street. The apartments are below the street level, because there is a pretty steep cliff by the road, so what you see is the top of the building, but I was on the street (not the roof). Obviously, the place demands a premium for the view. However, we are not sure if we can afford it. We really have no idea what we can afford, because I have not received my first paycheck and we have to always eat out. I have found that if you just take whatever you would pay for something in the US and multiply it 3x, you get the Swiss price. Burger King Whopper Combo 12.50 Francs (not kidding).
This is a picture of the apartment we like best, but it is (surprise) the most expensive at 2500 francs! The view is great. The big windows are nice. It has a separate small kitchen and a new bathroom. Similar to the comment above. Take a decent apartment in downtown Memphis, multiply the rent by 3x and you get your Lugano price.
PS the guy that owns the "villa" below these apartments was Baron von Thyssen. The next time you get in an elevator, look for the brand. It may be manufactured by "Thyssen Krupp Elevator" which is a small subsidiary of his enormous German company. I know this because we use to audit a plant in Memphis. Anyway, after the big B died, his wife decided to sell his place. She is only asking 30 million francs for the place (again, not kidding). If you would like me to hold it for you, please send over a jet made out of gold filled with diamonds and I will put that down as a deposit.
Sorry I forgot to copy the pics of the hotel to the thumb drive to bring to the office where I actually have a connection that would allow us to post them. I will try to remember to do that tonight... If you want to imagine it, just get in your closet at home and try to sleep on the floor. Oh yeah and turn off your computer and cell phone.
It is great to read your comments. I miss people without accents.
M and R
ReplyDeleteThe apt being painted looks great - your Mom said they had already reduced the rent - offer them less! I mean the cats need to have nice space and a nice view, too. Ryan - $12 for Burger King? Eat cheese and drink Chainta.
Bill
Are you guys having professional writers do this blog for you? These are some of the wittiest posts I've ever read. You guys hang in there. Whenever you feel out of place or intimidated, just act like you're better than everyone else, and it's their fault for not understanding you. I think they like that.
ReplyDeleteCan't wait to come visit,
Jer
I am laughing so hard I am crying! I feel your pain Malinda. Hopefully you and the sandwich guy become friends!
ReplyDeleteI love the blog and I am hooked. Keep it up!!
Love,
Katie
And I love you, too, Ry.
ReplyDeleteYea, I agree with Jer. When did the two of you become good writers? In fact right now, I am trying to imagine a blog written by Jer. Npw that should make you laugh!
ReplyDeleteHey Ryan and Malinda-I'm so glad to know this is here, it's great. I'm glad ya'll have a great sense of humor, because this is hilarious. My car quit this morning on the way to work, just as I was turning onto Germantown Pkwy. I managed to pull into the entrance of some apts. Dad came and rescued me. I drove your car back to work. Oh yea, Ryan a friend at work may be interested in your car, so how much did you want? love ya'll Mom
ReplyDeleteYou guys seem like you are doing great! I love all of the updates and the pictures - Please keep it up - I love hearing how you guys are doing!
ReplyDeleteMichelle J.