Welcome Gills to Switzerland, Zurich and the forum.
Too right on the entertainment value of the EF! Hehe!
Have an enjoyable stay and when you get a chance, why not come along to some of the
social events to get you kick-started on meeting with some of us EFers who like to do just that!
I see from your profile you're a surgeon. Well, I come from a very medical family but am not that way inclined myself. Can't even stand having to watch blood being taken let alone anything else.
All the best with your studies, have fun and *see* you around.