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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 24 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 a bike.  You can easily visit the fields on a budget, so read for tips on how to see the tulip fields in the Netherlands for free two different ways.

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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

Cookies at Van Stapele, one of the best cheap places to eat in Amsterdam. Read more tips on eating in Amsterdam on a budget!

Where to find authentic and cheap food in Amsterdam by a local

June 1, 2020 by Karen 18 Comments

Finding the best places to eat in Amsterdam where you’re on a tight budget can be tricky as eating in Amsterdam seems expensive.  As a resident of 2+ years of Amsterdam, I wrote this guide to where to eat in Amsterdam on a budget for anyone looking for cheap restaurants in Amsterdam who want to also eat at non-chains that provide some healthy options! It’s possible to stay on a budget while eating in Amsterdam, so keep reading for the best cheap eats in Amsterdam.

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Filed Under: Amsterdam, Budget Travel, Europe, Food and Drink Adventures, Holland, Local Guides, The Netherlands, Uncategorized Tagged With: Amsterdam, Budget Travel, food, Netherlands, Travel, travel tips

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.

One day in Haarlem: A perfect itinerary of things to do in Haarlem

December 1, 2018 by Karen 2 Comments

If you’re visiting the Netherlands, you must head from Amsterdam to Haarlem, a typically “Dutch” city.  Haarlem is a very easy day trip from Amsterdam, only fifteen minutes on the train.  This iconic Dutch city with pretty canals, fewer tourists, a laid-back vibe, and gorgeous architecture is a must-see for people who have limited time in the Netherlands.  Keep reading for what to do in Haarlem with a complete one day in Haarlem itinerary (and map).  At the bottom, there’s a more complete list of things to do in Haarlem.

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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

The Roze Kasteel, part of the now abandoned amusement park Land van Ooit. This Dutch amusement park was abandoned in the late 2000s and is now legal to visit! #abandoned

Photos of the abandoned Roze Kasteel in the Land van Ooit

July 29, 2018 by Karen Leave a Comment

After living here in the Netherlands for a couple of years, I can tell you that I’m quite surprised when I read about something truly abandoned in the Netherlands.  After reading about the Roze Kasteel (Kasteel D’Oultremont) in Drunen, I was curious about this abandoned amusement park and castle in the Netherlands.  This post will discuss how to visit the now-closed Land van Ooit, now known as the Poort van Heusden, and what it is for my readers who aren’t familiar with 2000s Dutch television.  Note, this castle has now been renovated, so the pink color is gone.

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Filed Under: Brabant, Budget Travel, Day Trips from Amsterdam, Europe, The Netherlands, Uncategorized, Weekend Trips from Amsterdam

Beautiful view of Salzburg, Austria. Read what to do in Salzburg, including the best things to do in Salzburg in one day.

One day in Salzburg with the best things to do in Salzburg, Austria

August 30, 2018 by Karen Leave a Comment

Although Salzburg is famous for the Sound of Music, there’s a lot more to this stunning Austrian city with Baroque architecture.  On a recent trip to Salzburg with a friend and her charming Austrian beau, we had a lovely day in Salzburg covering the major attractions of the city.  Follow this self-guided walking itinerary for one day in Salzburg covering the best things to do in Salzburg.

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Filed Under: Austria, Budget Travel, Europe, Uncategorized

17 things to know before celebrating King’s Day in Amsterdam, the Netherlands

February 15, 2020 by Karen 3 Comments

If King’s Day in Amsterdam is not on your radar, you need to put this Dutch holiday on your bucket list.  One day a year, the Netherlands becomes a street party of massive proportions; Amsterdam is the epicenter of this party.  Tourists and locals alike take to the canals to drink, dance, and buy/sell goods from the street.  This post is full of helpful tips to know before your trip to Amsterdam for King’s Day.

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Filed Under: Amsterdam, Budget Travel, Europe, Expat Life, Holland, Local Guides, Netherlands Expat, The Netherlands, Uncategorized Tagged With: Amsterdam, europe, Holidays, Netherlands, Travel, travel tips

Planning your trip to Albania? Tips on the best things to do in Albania and your perfect Albania itinerary with buses.

Your Albania itinerary: The best things to do in Albania

April 18, 2018 by Karen 4 Comments

One of my favorite trips of last year was visiting Albania.  We only had a week in Albania, which is a bit on the low side, but enough to get you hooked on visiting this beautiful country in the Balkans, but I’ve expanded this itinerary to include the best things to do in Albania with the help of friends.  I include a complete itinerary for our trip to Albania, which was done entirely by bus besides one organized trip to Valbona.  I hope that this Albania itinerary inspires you to visit this beautiful country!

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Filed Under: Adventure Travel, Albania, Budget Travel, Europe, Uncategorized Tagged With: balkans

Planning to visit Japan on a budget? Travel tips for Japan on how to save money in Japan & how to have a cheap trip to Japan.

Tips for travel in Japan on a budget

November 25, 2017 by Karen 14 Comments

If you’re planning a trip to Japan, you know that Japan isn’t cheap.   We had an amazing and cheap trip around Japan where I was able to spend 15 euros per day on food and minimize costs within Japan.  Keep read for tips for visiting Japan on a budget.

This guide for saving money into Japan is divided into two sections: how to save money traveling TO Japan (before your trip!) and how to save money in Japan (once you’ve arrived). 

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Filed Under: Asia, Budget Travel, Japan travel, Uncategorized Tagged With: Asia, Budget Travel, Japan, Travel, travel tips

Photo of Printemps viewpoint in Paris, one of the best free things to do in Paris. Read tips for visiting France on a budget! #travel #france

How to visit France on a budget: Thirteen cost-cutting tips for travel in France

May 25, 2019 by Steve 10 Comments

If you’re visiting France, you might be wondering how you can afford your trip between the food, the hotels, and the attractions.  However, it’s definitely possible to visit France on a budget.

These are tips that I’ve perfected via my time living in Paris, traveling in France, and my dad’s recent trip around France. Traveling on a budget isn’t always about surviving on a shoestring, but cutting back on unnecessary expenses to splurge on the experiences that matter to you.   I wrote this blog post together with my dad based on his recent trip to Provence and my travel around France. This post has been recently updated based on a recent trip. (April 2019).

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Filed Under: Budget Travel, Europe, Food and Drink Adventures, France, Paris, Uncategorized Tagged With: Budget Travel, europe, France, Travel, travel tips

Beautiful photo of Avignon reflected in water with Palace of the Popes

How to visit the South of France on a Budget: 10 cost-cutting tips

July 9, 2019 by Steve Leave a Comment

Considering visiting the South of France on a budget? Experienced French traveler Steve has some helpful tips for visiting Provence on a budget for first-time visitors. We include tips on how to find cheap accommodations in the South of France, budget eating tips, and how to avoid the crowds in the South of France.

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