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Find out about Vincent Van Gogh in Belgium, where Van Gogh lived in the Borinage, and how Van Gogh's life influenced Van Gogh's first painting.

Day Trips from Brussels: Vincent Van Gogh in Belgium & the Borinage

October 6, 2017 by Karen Turner 14 Comments

Have you heard of the Borinage region in Belgium? The Borinage region has a fascinating history, a beating heart of the Industrial Revolution.  Its industry was part of the reason why Vincent Van Gogh was so attracted to the Borinage.  If you’re interested in the letters of Van Gogh and Van Gogh’s influences, it is hard…

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Filed Under: Belgium, Europe, Local Guides, Sustainable Tourism, Uncategorized Tagged With: art, belgium, europe, history, off the beaten path travel, Travel, travel tips, wallonia

Adorable Dutch kitten adopted from a cat shelter in the Netherlands. Read about how to adopt a cat in the Netherlands!

What to know about adopting a cat in the Netherlands for expats

November 1, 2018 by Karen Turner 9 Comments

So, we have some great news: We have a new furry creature at home!  Last month, we adopted an adorable kitten from a Dutch cat shelter.  Compared to the United States, it was significantly different, so I figured that I’d quickly post about what it’s like to adopt a cat in the Netherlands. 

Filed Under: Expat Life, Netherlands Expat

Visiting Singapore? Get off the beaten path in Singapore by visiting Singapore's coolest neighborhoods with cool places in Singapore written by a resident.

Singapore’s coolest neighborhoods: Off the beaten track Singapore

January 14, 2018 by Karen Turner Leave a Comment

If you’re planning a trip to Singapore, you’ve probably read about the Gardens by the Bay and other things to do in Singapore a million times.  Don’t worry; this guide written by a Singaporean resident focuses on off the beaten path Singapore with unusual places to visit in Singapore for embracing your inner hipster (or…

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Filed Under: Asia, Food and Drink Adventures, Singapore, Sustainable Tourism, Travel Tagged With: Asia, food, singapore, Travel, travel tips

Tips for visiting Christmas markets in Cologne with locations of the Cologne Christmas markets map and things to do in Cologne in December.

Free Walking Tour of the Cologne Christmas Markets with Map

October 12, 2019 by Karen Turner 14 Comments

​In 2019,  Cologne will have its annual Christmas market from November 25th to December 23rd. If you’re lucky enough to visit Cologne in winter (just in time), be sure to spend at least a day (if not three days) browsing the famous Christmas markets in Cologne. ​ ​Keep reading for tips for experiencing the German Christmas markets and…

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Filed Under: Europe, Germany, Uncategorized Tagged With: beautiful places, City Guide, cologne, europe, germany, Holidays, self-guided walking tour, Travel, travel tips

Things to do in Maastricht, the most beautiful city in the Netherlands

January 6, 2020 by Karen Turner 16 Comments

Maastricht is one of the most charming cities in the Netherlands and it can be easily explored in a weekend. The city is perfect for a slow, romantic weekend away from Amsterdam spent exploring a beautiful cathedral bookstore, strolling the tangled streets, touring historic caves, and eating/drinking delicious regional cuisine at affordable prices.  For architecture…

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Filed Under: Couples Travel, Europe, Local Guides, The Netherlands, Uncategorized, Weekend Trips from Amsterdam Tagged With: City Guide, europe, Limburg, Netherlands, Travel, travel tips

Crowds at the Red Square Christmas Market in Moscow, Russia.

What to expect from celebrating Christmas in Moscow

October 4, 2018 by Karen Turner 3 Comments

Last year was a magical Christmas.  Jacob and I visited our dear friend Nikita in Moscow.   Celebrating Christmas in Moscow was magical and one of my favorite parts of spending the holiday season in Russia meant that we got to visit some of the Christmas markets in Moscow, including the Red Square Christmas Market.  Keep…

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Filed Under: Europe, Russia, Travel

Buyer and seller at a Dutch cheese market, one of the best things to do in the Netherlands for cheese lovers. #netherlands #travel #holland

Woerden: The last real cheese market in the Netherlands

May 15, 2018 by Karen Turner 1 Comment

Some months ago, I was on the train to Utrecht from the Hague and I passed a town with a stunning cathedral.  I checked the map, but I decided that I’d visit.  A few months later, I read something online about the Woerden cheese market and I was intrigued.  Unlike the other cheese markets in…

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Filed Under: Day Trips from Amsterdam, Europe, Food and Drink Adventures, The Netherlands, Uncategorized, Weekend Trips from Amsterdam Tagged With: Netherlands

Metrocard purchased for use on the Airtrain to JFK

The best way to get from JFK Airport to Manhattan step-by-step

June 9, 2019 by Karen Turner 2 Comments

As a native New Yorker, I encourage people to take the Airtrain and LIRR trains when arriving into JFK. This guide will walk you through how to get from JFK Airport in Queens to Manhattan step-by-step with photos as there are a few steps involved. This is the best and fastest way to get to…

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Filed Under: Local Guides, New York City, New York State

Tips for visiting the Mauritshuis museum in the Hague for the first time

April 8, 2019 by Karen Turner 2 Comments

One of the gems of the Hague has to be the Mauritshuis. This Hague art museum is one of my favorite museums in the Netherlands. As a Hague resident, these are my tips for visiting the Mauritshuis for the first time with some notes about the exhibitions not to miss along with some tips to…

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Filed Under: Day Trips from Amsterdam, Holland, Local Guides, The Hague, The Netherlands, Uncategorized

Beautiful lighthouse with ferry in distance on Grand Manan Island in New Brunswick, Canada!

Your perfect 5-day road trip itinerary in coastal New Brunswick!

August 14, 2019 by Steve Ertrachter Leave a Comment

Have you ever planned a trip by looking at a map and thought if I had more time, I would love to get there?  Well, I missed New Brunswick on two previous trips while driving to Nova Scotia. Sorry that it took so long but I’m really happy that I finally made it.  New Brunswick…

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Filed Under: Canada, North America

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Karen. American expat and cat lover from New York City who lived in Amsterdam…. Then, Paris. Now, living in The Hague, the Netherlands. Happily married to Jacob.

Guidebook Author to Moon Amsterdam, Brussels, and Bruges, published March 2022.

 

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