Zeeheldenkwartier is situated within walking distance of the Hague center. It is a lively and atmospheric district full of cafes, yoga studios, entrepreneurs, pop-up stores and events. Designers sell their unique clothing, furniture, and homewares in boutiques along the streets of Prins Hendrikstraat, Piet Heinstraat, Zoutmanstraat, and Anna Paulownastraat. This guide to the Zeeheldenkwartier covers…
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The Pieterskerk in Leiden: a historic church worth seeing
When visiting Leiden, it’s hard to overlook visiting the Pieterskerk, one of the many iconic churches of Leiden. This church dates back to the medieval ages and can be visiting for a few euros (or viewed for free outside). If you’re a history lover, it’s worth visiting the Pieterskerk and I include a few tips…
What to do in Groningen by a local: The best things to do in Groningen in one day
This week, I’ll be sharing a guide to Groningen, written by a local who has been living in Groningen. This post about Groningen includes what to do in Groningen in one day, including a complete itinerary of things to do in Groningen and where to eat in Groningen if you’re considering taking a day/weekend trip…
The Hague on a budget: 15 Free things to do in the Hague by a local
As a proud resident of the Hague, I can tell that there are countless things to do in the Hague for free. I’ve mixed this list of budget activites in the Hague with more interesting tourist activities that are all possible without spending a dime with some of my favorite places to relax in the…
Van Kleef Distillery: The last jenever distillery in the Hague
As a resident of the Hague, I love to bring guests to Van Kleef Distillery in the Hague. This small historic genever distillery in the Hague is the last distillery remaining today. I’ll be discussing the history of this distillery, which was frequented by Vincent Van Gogh during his time in the Hague, and tips…
Best hotels in the Hague: Your guide to the best areas to stay in the Hague written by a Hague resident
Planning your trip to the Hague, the Netherlands? This is your insider’s guide to the best hotels in the Hague, including the best neighborhoods to stay in. I’m still a recent arrival to the Hague as I’ve been living here less than a year, however when I moved to the Hague, I lived all around…
Why you must attend the magical Centre County Grange Fair, one of America’s most unique fairs
[et_pb_section admin_label=”section”] [et_pb_row admin_label=”row”] [et_pb_column type=”4_4″] [et_pb_text admin_label=”Text”] Summers in Central Pennsylvania are not complete without mentioning the Centre County Grange Fair, one of the biggest events in Central Pennsylvania and one of the most unique fairs in America. This is due to the fact that the Centre County Grange Fair is one of the last agricultural…
Things to do in Turin Italy: A Resident’s Guide to Italy’s Most Underrated City
If you’re looking for the best things to do in Turin Italy (called Torino by the locals), you’ll want to read this local’s guide to Torino written by a resident. This underrated city in Northern Italy has some absolutely amazing things to do, so keep reading for the best things to do in Turin by…
A food guide to Arthur Avenue: New York’s real Little Italy in the Bronx
It’s funny how long it can take to visit places that are right on your doorstep. My dad and I ventured to Arthur Avenue in the Bronx recently. This charming slice of Italy is one of the last bastions of true Italian culture in New York at its finest (far better than Little Italy in…
The Sweat Room in Leiden: A unique place worth seeing
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…