The population of Davos, estimated at about 10,000 (numbers India can conjure in a few blocks), survive on the business generated by ski tourism—which extends from end-November till April. Claudia, a German living in Davos for over 11 years, says the town all but shuts down in off-season. They do get an odd tourist engaged in hiking or biking. The residents therefore are delighted at this summer treat to their business.
