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Girl in the Jordan. Don't be afraid to visit Amsterdam in winter! You'll find many fun things to do in Amsterdam in winter that you can't do during the rest of the year. #amsterdam #Netherlands

Amsterdam in winter: The best 10 things to do in Amsterdam by resident

January 28, 2020 by Karen 6 Comments

As an ex-resident of Amsterdam, I believe that winter in Amsterdam is a great time to avoid the crowds and there are some unique winter activities in Amsterdam that I always love to visit. Keep reading for why you should visit Amsterdam in winter, the best things to do in Amsterdam, and additional tips for visiting Amsterdam in winter.

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Filed Under: Amsterdam, Europe, Local Guides, The Netherlands, Uncategorized

Montelbaanstoren Tower is one of the most beautiful secret spots in Amsterdam!

Secret Amsterdam: 30+ secret places to visit in Amsterdam by a local

January 23, 2019 by Karen 26 Comments

I’ve been putting off this guide to secret Amsterdam for a while as living in Amsterdam has made me worry about sharing my secret places in Amsterdam where I go to avoid the tourists.  However, it’s not nice not to share. In this local’s guide to Amsterdam off the beaten path, you’ll be visiting some Amsterdam secret spots as well as some really non-touristy things to do in Amsterdam.  

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

Couple enjoying shopping in the Nine Streets, one of the most romantic things to do in Amsterdam. Read your perfect couple's guide to Amsterdam.

A Couple’s Guide to Amsterdam: 30 Romantic things to do in Amsterdam

January 7, 2020 by Karen Leave a Comment

I’m a romantic at heart and this cold weather is making me sentimental.  Jacob and I moved to Amsterdam about three and a half years ago.  We got married in Amsterdam and although Amsterdam has a certain reputation, I find it to be one of the most romantic cities in Europe.  I’ve included in my insider tips for my favorite romantic things to do in Amsterdam, cozy romantic hotels perfect for a couple’s weekend, and the best romantic meals in Amsterdam.

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Filed Under: Amsterdam, Couples Travel, Europe, Holland, The Netherlands, Uncategorized

Beautiful warehouses in Dordrecht. Read about the perfect day trip to Dordrecht, a stunning day trip from Rotterdam! #travel #dordrecht #holland #nederland #netherlands

Your perfect Netherlands itinerary by a Dutch resident

June 19, 2019 by Karen 16 Comments

After over three years of living in the Netherlands, I’ve been asked a lot about how much time to spend in the Netherlands.  A lot of people speed through the Netherlands only stopping for one day in Amsterdam, but I’d recommend enjoying at least 7 days in the Netherlands if you have the chance.  I’ll be covering the highlights of the Netherlands and tips for getting around the Netherlands in this Dutch itinerary.

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Filed Under: Amsterdam, Day Trips from Amsterdam, Europe, Holland, The Netherlands, Uncategorized

The best 10 Christmas markets in the Netherlands not to miss

October 21, 2019 by Karen Leave a Comment

Although the Dutch Christmas markets are not as famous as their German counterparts, the Christmas markets in the Netherlands are absolutely charming.  I ended up not ranking these strictly as people look for different things in different Christmas markets, but I’ve grouped it based on the opinions of friends.  I’ve included ten Christmas markets in the Netherlands and I’ll be updating this post with more experiences/photos this year!

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Filed Under: Amsterdam, Day Trips from Amsterdam, Europe, Holland, The Hague, The Netherlands, Uncategorized, Weekend Trips from Amsterdam

Exterior of the Rijksmuseum in Amsterdam, one of the best places to see Rembrandt's artwork on display!

The best museums in Amsterdam and which museums to skip

November 1, 2019 by Karen 4 Comments

One of the best parts of visiting Amsterdam is to visit the many museums in Amsterdam.  As an Amsterdam resident, I had the Museumkaart, which gave me access to the majority of the museums in Amsterdam (as well as the rest of the Netherlands), which meant that I’d often take an afternoon to explore a museum. 

I hope that I can inspire you to visit some of my favorite museums in Amsterdam.  I also include some advice about what ‘museums‘ in Amsterdam to avoid. (I put this in quotes as some claim to be museums, but I truly think that you can skip them as they are bonafide tourist traps.)

I’ll first go into the best museums in Amsterdam (in my opinion) with a note about who they’re suitable for and which museums in Amsterdam to skip. 

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Filed Under: Amsterdam, Europe, Holland, Local Guides, The Netherlands, Uncategorized Tagged With: Amsterdam

Genever tasting at wynand fockink, one of the best places to taste jenever in Amsterdam

Wynand Fockink: An authentic Dutch distillery for jenever worth visiting

December 17, 2018 by Karen Leave a Comment

I love trying out new Dutch liquors, so I had to finally visit Wynand Fockink in Amsterdam.  This authentic Dutch tasting room and distillery dates back to 1679, which makes it the perfect place for an authentic place to try Dutch genever without a tour.

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Filed Under: Amsterdam, Europe, Food and Drink Adventures, Holland, Local Guides, The Netherlands

Beautiful tulips in bloom seen in the fields near Keukenhof, an easy trip from Schiphol Airport!

Your insider guide to a perfect layover in Amsterdam by a local

October 14, 2019 by Karen Leave a Comment

As a seasoned traveler through Schiphol Airport who lives in Holland, I’ve been asked quite a few times about making the most of a layover in Amsterdam while transiting through Schiphol Airport.  Although I’ve flown a lot, I find Schiphol to be one of the better airports that I’ve flown through due to its easy public transit connection with Amsterdam, its clear signage in English, and how quickly you can get out of the airport once you get your bags.  This guide to a layover in Schiphol will help you think of some nice activities to fill up your Schiphol layover.

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Filed Under: Airline Reviews, Airport Reviews, and Flying Tips, Amsterdam, Day Trips from Amsterdam, Holland, The Netherlands

Girl enjoying solo travel in Amsterdam while sitting along Amsterdam canals!

A complete guide to solo female travel in Amsterdam by a Dutch resident

February 25, 2019 by Karen 9 Comments

As a traveler-turned-local in Amsterdam, I’ve been asked a lot about safety in Amsterdam, especially for solo female travelers. My first trip to Amsterdam was solo and I hope that these tips help you have a great solo trip to Amsterdam! I include tips for traveling as a solo female traveler in Amsterdam, safety tips for women traveling solo in Amsterdam, and where to stay solo in Amsterdam.

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Filed Under: Amsterdam, Holland, The Netherlands

Two men traveling through Schiphol Airport in the Netherlands. Read a complete guide to Schiphol, including the best food and how to travel from Schiphol to Amsterdam.

Your insider guide to Schiphol airport with tips for traveling through Schiphol

August 26, 2019 by Karen 39 Comments

As someone who regularly travels through Schiphol airport, I figured that it was time to write a guide to Schiphol Airport, one of my favorite airports in the world, with some insider tips to help others traveling through Schiphol more easily find their gate, find good airport food, and get to their destination as quickly as possible!

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

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