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Beautiful piazza in Asti, Italy with wisteria and small brick tower!

The best things to do in Asti, Italy for independent travelers

June 18, 2019 by Karen Turner 1 Comment

One of the most famous towns of Piedmont, Italy has to be Asti. This charming town is world-renown for its wine, however, Asti offers far more things to do than just enjoy wine. This smaller city offers the charm of bigger cities without the crowds, some notable museums, and some beautiful churches. Follow this guide…

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Filed Under: Europe, Italy

WOW air plane being loaded at JFK airport. This budget Icelandic airline is a popular choice for cheap flights to Iceland.

Is WOW air worth it? An honest review of flying economy class

October 11, 2018 by Karen Turner Leave a Comment

As someone who loves to travel and who lives abroad, I often try out budget airlines that fly between Europe and the United States.  On my most recent trip back home, I flew with WOW airlines, a budget Icelandic airline between Amsterdam Schiphol Airport (AMS) and New York City (JFK). On the way home, I…

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Filed Under: Airline Reviews, Airport Reviews, and Flying Tips, Travel

Beautiful view of Grand Place in Brussels, one of the highlights of visiting Belgium on a first trip! #travel #brussels #belgium

A week in Belgium: Your perfect Belgian itinerary for the best of Belgium

February 25, 2019 by Karen Turner 7 Comments

Living in the Netherlands makes it so easy to visit Belgium. I’ve visited Belgium countless times. Although Belgium is fairly small, many people skip some of my personal favorite highlights of Belgium as they speed through Antwerp and Brussels. This is a Belgian itinerary based on one of my favorite road trips through Belgium with…

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Filed Under: Belgium, Europe, Uncategorized

The Sweat Room in Leiden: A unique place worth seeing

February 10, 2019 by Karen Turner 1 Comment

One of the most lovely universities in the Netherlands is Leiden University. This university, which was founded in 1575 was the first university in the Netherlands (as the border is now set). Within the university, on the second floor, you’ll find a unique room full of signatures that is only open a few times in…

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Filed Under: Europe, Holland, Leiden, Local Guides, The Netherlands, Uncategorized

The Netherlands has beautiful castles only a day trip from Amsterdam/Utrecht. Read about 4 Dutch castles perfect for European castle lovers traveling in Europe!

4 Must-See Dutch Castles

August 30, 2016 by Karen Turner 32 Comments

Ever wish that you were born into a royal family or want to visit a castle near Amsterdam?  Even if you’re not, you can visit these four beautiful castles in the Netherlands to feel like a royal, at least for a day.  All are easily accessible via public transit and possible with a day trip…

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Filed Under: Day Trips from Amsterdam, Europe, Holland, Local Guides, The Netherlands, Travel, Weekend Trips from Amsterdam Tagged With: castles, day trips from amsterdam, europe, Netherlands, Travel

Izmailovsky Market: a fun and kitschy market in Moscow for souvenirs

February 8, 2019 by Karen Turner Leave a Comment

One of my favorite parts of my trip to Moscow was visiting the Izmailovsky Market in Moscow. This flea market is a favorite of both visitors and locals who love to browse for a good deal. Keep reading for tips for negotiating, how to visit the Izmailovsky Market independently, and what to look for as…

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Filed Under: Europe, Local Guides, Russia, Uncategorized

Planning one day in Amsterdam? Your perfect 24 hour itinerary for Amsterdam by a resident. Comes with a map for a self guided walking tour of Amsterdam.

One Day in Amsterdam: A local’s free self guided walking tour of Amsterdam

December 29, 2018 by Karen Turner 31 Comments

I recommend spending more than a day in Amsterdam, however that’s not always possible.  I’ve been living in Amsterdam for over two years and this is an itinerary for 24 hours in Amsterdam with insider tips for Amsterdam.   This is a self guided walking tour of Amsterdam by a resident (7miles/11km) or an Amsterdam itinerary for one…

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Filed Under: Amsterdam, Budget Travel, Europe, Holland, Local Guides, The Netherlands, Uncategorized Tagged With: Amsterdam, City Guide, europe, Netherlands, self-guided walking tour, Travel, travel tips

Van Stapele Cookies: The best cookies in Amsterdam that you must try

February 21, 2019 by Karen Turner 4 Comments

As a self-professed chocoholic, I must let you know about one of my favorite secrets of Amsterdam: Van Stapele Koekmakerij. This cookie-maker in Amsterdam produces some of the best damn chocolate cookies in the city of Amsterdam. I’ll just include some notes about visiting Van Stapele to avoid the crowds, some tips for visiting Van…

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Filed Under: Amsterdam, Europe, Food and Drink Adventures, Local Guides, The Netherlands, Uncategorized

Your insider's guide to Toronto in winter featuring the best things to do in Toronto in winter!

Why you should visit Toronto in winter: The 10 best things to do in Toronto in winter

June 7, 2018 by Karen Turner 2 Comments

Toronto is known for many things, especially its cold winters.  Although many visitors wouldn’t think to visit Toronto in winter, it’s truly a shame as there are plenty things to do in Toronto in winter for the brave souls willing to venture out into the cold.   Once you’ve packed your toque, warm mitts, and even warmer…

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Filed Under: Canada, Local Guides, North America, Ontario, Travel Tagged With: Canada, Toronto

The beautiful city hall of St. Gilgen, Austria. This beautiful town is the perfect alternative to Hallstatt and day trip from Salzburg to enjoy Austria's beautiful alpine lakes!

Your perfect Austrian trip itinerary to see the best of Austria

December 4, 2018 by Karen Turner Leave a Comment

I’ve always been fascinated with Austria. My grandfather emigrated from Austria to the United States and I’ve been obsessed with tracing my roots. This year marked my third visit to Austria and I stayed around a month this time in Upper Austria.  I have booked yet another trip to Austria for next year.  In the…

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Filed Under: Austria, Europe, Uncategorized

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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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