The meaning of the word ‘yoga’ is ‘to connect’, to connect to yourself completely. If you are looking to re-connect to your body and mind, then the Hague has a plethora of yoga studios on offer. To help you choose your place of practice in the Hague, I have taken a range of classes and…
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50 beautiful photos of Albania that will inspire you to visit Albania
After visiting Kosovo last year, I was told that I needed to visit Albania. I started looking up photos–and I was sold instantly.  I visited Albania this summer and it was my favorite trip of 2017 hands down. Why? The beautiful nature, incredible hiking, historic cities, warm weather, delicious byrek, and decent prices… What else could…
Secret Bruges: 20 unusual things to do in Bruges away from the crowds
As someone who loves to escape the crowds and find strange things, I wanted to put together this post about the best off the beaten path things to do in Bruges because it’s great to get away from the crowds especially in peak season. Similarly, I found many of the attractions mentioned on many lists…
Amstergram: Best Amsterdam Photography Spots by a Local
As a photographer, it’s a hobby of mine finding the best places to take photos in Amsterdam. I’ve been living in Amsterdam for over two years and I’m still finding cute streets with traditional Dutch architecture in Amsterdam to wander down. Here are the best photo locations in Amsterdam according to one biased resident. Free…
Ten things to know about grocery stores in the Netherlands by a resident
As someone who has been living in the Netherlands for several years, I figured that it was time to discuss the Dutch supermarkets as they’ve been a source of confusion for some of my guests from abroad. Whether you’re visiting Amsterdam on a budget or you’re hoping to pick up some nice food souvenirs from…
5 reasons that you must visit Turin, Italy’s most underrated city
Of all the major Italian cities, perhaps the most underrated one is Turin (or Torino in Italian). While most have probably heard of its eponymous shroud, many people may not know much else about it. Did you know Turin was the first capital of unified Italy, the epicenter of Italian cinema, the birthplace of Nutella,…
Your perfect weekend guide to Amsterdam by a former resident
As a former resident of Amsterdam, I made this itinerary for a perfect weekend in Amsterdam as a way of showing friends the best of Amsterdam. Although two days in Amsterdam isn’t enough, it’s a good taste of what the city has to offer. I include some local secrets along with the best things to…
Your Dutch bucket list: 55+ Amazing things to do in the Netherlands
I’ve been lucky enough to call the Netherlands my home. Visiting family and friends will ask me what is the one thing that they must do in the Netherlands. That answer isn’t so easy. We’ve came up with 55+ things for you to do in the Netherlands to add to your Dutch bucket list based on our…
How to visit Rhine Valley on a budget
Most people think of luxury when they think of Rhine Valley, however it’s possible to visit Rhine Valley on a budget . I absolutely love castles and vineyards, however I don’t have the money for a Viking River Cruise through Germany (I wish!). This is a guide to the Rhine Valley region visiting the beautiful…
Magical Maastricht: Tips for visiting Maastricht’s christmas market
Maastricht is such a lovely city and it’s always delightful to have an excuse to revisit Maastricht. After finding a steal on NS last year, we packed our bags for a weekend to explore Maastricht’s Christmas market, Magical Maastricht. Needless to say, our weekend in Limburg enjoying Maastricht and Valkenburg was just what we needed. …