How often can you say that we’re living through a moment that will be remembered in history books for ages? I’ve been hunkered down at my apartment in the Netherlands and yes, I’m well. As a small way of entertaining you all at this stressful time, I’ve decided to pull together as many online and…
After living in Amsterdam for over two and a half years, I was surprised how many questions that I’d get about the cost of living in Amsterdam as an expat. I’ve broken down our monthly expenses in Amsterdam from rent to phone bills in the Netherlands, so hopefully this will help you decide if living…
I’ve been experimenting a lot with my cooking. As Jacob often goes climbing on certain nights, we only have thirty minutes to cook dinner. This easy recipe for savory tacos draws inspiration from both Tex-Mex as well as Surinamese cuisine. It’s the perfect mix of savory and spicy for anyone looking for something different. The…
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.
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. …
I love cats. This is a detailed guide to my beloved Amsterdam with the best places to meet cats in Amsterdam, officially and unofficially, with my favorite cats. If you’re a fan of Catspotting, you’re going to love this guide to Amsterdam. I’m a crazy cat lady and meeting cats when traveling is one of my favorite hobbies. …
I have to admit: I have a weakness for celebrations, especially ones with a fascinating history. Ever since moving to the Netherlands, I’ve been curious about carnival. These are my tips for attending carnival in the Netherlands for the first time. I headed down to Breda (known as Kielegat during carnaval) to celebrate carnival in Brabant! This…
After living in the Netherlands for three, I’ve become frugal as I find the Dutch trains expensive. I’m here to dish my insider tips for how to buy cheap train tickets in the Netherlands.  I’ve divided this post on how to save money on the Dutch trains into two sections: tips for tourists to save…
I ended up being asked recently about the most useful apps that I’ve downloaded during my 4+ years living in the Netherlands. It took me a while to dig through my phone, but this post will be an overview of my favorite Dutch apps and some others that my friends swear by. I hope this…
So, you’ve found an incredibly cheap flight from/to Eindhoven Airport… You’re probably wondering: Is it worth it to fly into Eindhoven Airport if your final destination is Amsterdam? This guide aims to help you figure this out. Similarly, I’ll cover the best ways to independently travel from Eindhoven Airport to Amsterdam.
