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Amsterdam Center is one of the most convenient neighborhoods on where to stay in Amsterdam, even on a budget!

Where to stay in Amsterdam: 15 affordable hotels by a resident

August 12, 2019 by Karen Turner 1 Comment

As someone who has lived in Amsterdam, I’ve been asked frequently for recommendations on where to stay in Amsterdam. I’ve created a neighborhood overview with affordable hotels in Amsterdam worth visiting with the advantages/disadvantages of each neighborhood in Amsterdam. I’ve also asked fellow bloggers for their previous stays at hotels in Amsterdam. I hope that…

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Filed Under: Amsterdam, Holland, Local Guides, The Netherlands

A local’s guide to the best things to do in Glasgow, Scotland

January 29, 2019 by Karen Turner Leave a Comment

When fashioning the ultimate Scotland itinerary, there’s no better place to launch your travels than Glasgow. While its close neighbour of Edinburgh, just an hour east, is the undeniably prettier of the two cities, Glasgow’s where the heart of modern Scotland beats. What makes Scotland’s biggest city so intriguing isn’t that it’s chock-loaded with typical…

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Filed Under: Europe, Local Guides, Uncategorized, United Kingdom

Cat on the cat boat in Amsterdam, one of the best places to see cats in Amsterdam!

Catspotting: A crazy cat lover’s guide to cats in Amsterdam

October 17, 2018 by Karen Turner 21 Comments

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. …

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Filed Under: Amsterdam, Europe, Holland, Local Guides, Netherlands Expat, Sustainable Tourism, The Netherlands, Uncategorized Tagged With: Amsterdam, beautiful places, cats, City Guide, europe, Netherlands, off the beaten path travel, Travel, travel tips

Delicious dinner at Hummus in Delft. This vegan-friendly restaurant in Delft is one of the best places to eat in Delft! #travel #delft #holland

Where to eat in Delft by a local for breakfast, lunch, and dinner

June 1, 2023 by Karen Turner 9 Comments

Jacob’s work means that both of us find ourselves in Delft quite often. Luckily, there are some great restaurants in Delft, far beyond the typical tourist fare. I hope that this guide to the best food in Delft helps you find a good and reasonable meal in Delft! I indicate vegan-friendly spots in Delft with…

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Filed Under: Day Trips from Amsterdam, Delft, Europe, Food and Drink Adventures, Holland, Local Guides, The Netherlands, Uncategorized

Planning to take a day trip from Amsterdam to Haarlem? Tips on the best things to do in Haarlem for one day in Haarlem. Includes a complete guide to Haarlem, a charming day trip from Amsterdam.

Ein Tag in Haarlem: ein perfekter Reiseplan mit Aktivitäten in Haarlem

December 1, 2018 by Karen Turner 7 Comments

Wenn du die Niederlande besuchst, musst du von Amsterdam nach Haarlem fahren, einer typisch “niederländischen” Stadt. Haarlem ist ein sehr einfacher Tagesausflug von Amsterdam aus, nur fünfzehn Minuten mit dem Zug. Diese ikonische niederländische Stadt mit hübschen Kanälen, weniger Touristen, entspannter Atmosphäre und beeindruckender Architektur ist ein Muss für Menschen, die nur wenig Zeit in…

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Filed Under: Budget Travel, Couples Travel, Day Trips from Amsterdam, Europe, Holland, Local Guides, Sustainable Tourism, The Netherlands, Uncategorized, Weekend Trips from Amsterdam Tagged With: City Guide, day trip from amsterdam, day trips from amsterdam, Netherlands

Planning to attend Carnival in the Netherlands? What to know before your first Dutch carnival, carnival costume inspiration, the best places to celebrate Carnaval in the Netherlands for foreigners, and the history of Carnival in the Netherlands.

Celebrating Carnival in the Netherlands: What to know about celebrating Carnaval

April 25, 2018 by Karen Turner 2 Comments

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…

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Filed Under: Brabant, Day Trips from Amsterdam, Europe, Local Guides, Netherlands Expat, The Netherlands, Uncategorized, Weekend Trips from Amsterdam

Girl using the Dagkaart, one of the best ways to save money on the Dutch trains and buy discount train tickets in the Netherlands. #dutch #trein #travel

How to buy cheap train tickets in the Netherlands

July 15, 2018 by Karen Turner Leave a Comment

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…

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Filed Under: Budget Travel, Day Trips from Amsterdam, Europe, Holland, Local Guides, Netherlands Expat, The Netherlands, Uncategorized, Weekend Trips from Amsterdam

A New Yorker’s guide to the best free views of New York City’s skyline

April 20, 2018 by Karen Turner 1 Comment

Anyone visiting New York City can’t keep their eyes off the stunning skyscrapers in New York City.  The urge to stare at New York City skyscrapers is something that most New Yorkers fight – except for except people like Dianne L. Durante, who has shared with us her favorite places to find the best views in…

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Filed Under: Budget Travel, Local Guides, New York City, New York State, North America, Travel Photography, Uncategorized, United States Tagged With: New York

Ellis Island seen from the Statue of Liberty ferry on a beautiful sunny day.

Tips for visiting Ellis Island for first-time visitors by a New Yorker

August 8, 2019 by Karen Turner 2 Comments

As a born and raised New Yorker whose grandfather went through Ellis Island, it was a truly special experience to revisit Ellis Island again recently. Maybe it’s something about being young, but visiting Ellis Island this time definitely was far more special. I hope that these tips for visiting Ellis Island for the first time…

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

How to get from Schiphol Airport to Amsterdam by train step-by-step

February 18, 2019 by Karen Turner 6 Comments

As someone who lived in Amsterdam, I am often asked how to get from Schiphol Airport to Amsterdam by train. It’s pretty easy to go independently from Schiphol to Amsterdam (and vice versa), however, I’ve included a step-by-step guide with photos on how to navigate the Dutch trains to get to Amsterdam to start off…

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Filed Under: Airline Reviews, Airport Reviews, and Flying Tips, Amsterdam, Europe, Holland, Local Guides, The Netherlands

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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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