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Karen Turner
New Yorker–born and raised. Currently living in the Hague, the Netherlands after stints in Paris and Amsterdam. Lover of travel, adventure, nature, city, dresses, and cats.
Published on: November 14, 2018 | Updated on: October 12, 2023

Karen Turner

Exterior of the Mauthausen Memorial, the site of the Mauthausen Concentration Camp. Read why it is important to visit a concentration camp and what to expect from visiting a concentration camp for the first time.

Visiting a Nazi concentration camp for the first time: Why we must bear witness

November 14, 2018 by Karen Turner 3 Comments

One of my most emotionally raw moments of this year was unexpected: A friend offered me her house to catsit at.   I readily accepted, however my research into the area led me to discover that the Mauthausen concentration camp was nearby. Visiting a former Nazi concentration camp for the first time was difficult, however it…

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Filed Under: Austria, Europe, Travel

Happy couple celebrating the wedding at a post elopement reception in Asheville, North Carolina!

Our post elopement party: Tips for holding a reception after eloping

November 13, 2018 by Karen Turner 6 Comments

As many of you know, we eloped last year. It was perfect in its own way, but not being able to celebrate our wedding with our families bothered us.  We were saving up for a wedding in the States, but eloping forced us to reconsider our plans. Our elopement was small, intimate, and romantic, however…

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Filed Under: Couples Travel, Expat Life, Moving Abroad

Cafe 't Smalle, one of the cozy cafes in the Jordaan that you can't miss! This brown bar is perfect for a cozy coffee after a enjoying a lovely walk through the Jordaan. #jordaan #amsterdam #holland #netherlands

Secret Jordaan: a self-guided walking tour of the Jordaan

November 12, 2018 by Karen Turner 10 Comments

One of my favorite neighborhoods in Amsterdam is the Jordaan.  If you’re looking to escape some of the crowds of center and experience some of the charm of Amsterdam, you can follow this self-guided walking guide to the Jordaan, one of Amsterdam’s most charming neighborhoods, to see a few secrets of de Jordaan that you…

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Filed Under: Amsterdam, Europe, Holland, The Netherlands, Uncategorized

Delicious authentic New York Style bagels made at home in your kitchen. Read this easy recipe for making New York everything bagels written by a New Yorker!

How to make authentic New York bagels at home by a New Yorker

November 11, 2018 by Karen Turner 6 Comments

As a born and raised New Yorker, one of the things that has driven me crazy about living abroad is not having access to good bagels.  In a crazy attempt to rectify this, I’ve tried making my own everything bagels at home and trust me, they delivered.  I’ve adjusted some other recipes in trying to get…

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Filed Under: Food and Drink Adventures, Recipes

The beautiful canals and muurhuizen of Amersfoort. These beautiful houses were built out of the former medieval wall to Amersfoort.

A perfect weekend in Amersfoort, the Netherlands

November 9, 2018 by Karen Turner 5 Comments

One of the things that I love most about living in the Netherlands is how easy it is to travel around the Netherlands.  Amersfoort is a charming city just thirty minutes from Amsterdam (and only 15 minutes from Utrecht) with a stunning medieval center.  Although I’ve been to Amersfoort briefly before, this past weekend gave…

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Filed Under: Couples Travel, Day Trips from Amsterdam, Europe, Sustainable Tourism, The Netherlands, Travel, Weekend Trips from Amsterdam

Beautiful Cafe Papeneiland in the snow. It does not snow much in Amsterdam in winter, however the snow makes the city look beautiful! #amsterdam #netherlands

Expat life in Amsterdam: What it’s like to live in Amsterdam

November 2, 2018 by Karen Turner 9 Comments

It’s been about three and half years since I moved to the Netherlands and until this time last year, I lived in Amsterdam.  I’d like to think that this has given me a bit of perspective on what is unique about living in Amsterdam and what is more typical for the rest of the Netherlands. …

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Filed Under: Expat Life, Netherlands Expat

How to make new friends as an expat: Tips from 3+ years living abroad

November 1, 2018 by Karen Turner 3 Comments

It’s funny: It’s been over three and half years since I moved abroad, however restarting my life last year multiple times in two cities (Paris and the Hague) reminded me how isolating expat life can be. I don’t always write about my personal life, but it’s hard making friends as an adult, especially as an…

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Filed Under: Expat Life, France Expat, Moving Abroad, Netherlands Expat

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

A review of flying with TUI airlines long haul from Amsterdam to Orlando (Sanford)

November 1, 2018 by Karen Turner 8 Comments

Prior to moving to the Netherlands, I had NEVER heard of TUI airlines. I’m writing this review of TUI airlines because I couldn’t find much about flying with TUI in English and I think that it’s a great alternative to more expensive options. Although I travel a lot, I’m often skeptical of flying with new…

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Filed Under: Airline Reviews, Airport Reviews, and Flying Tips Tagged With: airlines

Insider tips for how to see the tulip fields in the Netherlands using public transportation from Amsterdam. Includes free tulip field walking route near Keukenhof and directions to the Dutch tulip fields from Amsterdam.

How to see the tulip fields near Amsterdam for free by a local

November 1, 2018 by Karen Turner 26 Comments

I’m obsessed with tulips and one of my favorite parts of living in the Netherlands is going to the tulip fields in Holland each year. I include tips for seeing the tulip fields near Amsterdam for free! Although most people visit Keukenhof, it’s very easy to see the Dutch tulip fields without a tour or…

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Filed Under: Amsterdam, Budget Travel, Day Trips from Amsterdam, Europe, Holland, Local Guides, The Netherlands, Uncategorized Tagged With: Amsterdam, biking, Budget Travel, nature, Netherlands, Travel, travel tips, tulips

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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.

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