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Traveling to Amsterdam? Read the ultimate guide with insider local tips for what to do in Amsterdam, what to eat in Amsterdam, and where to stay in Amsterdam!

Tourist Guide to Amsterdam: What you need to know before your first trip to Amsterdam by a local

March 14, 2018 by Karen Turner 36 Comments

Amsterdam is a city to RELAX in.  I’m not talking about the abundant coffeeshops, but about the gezellig (cozy) atmosphere that you’ll find in this city. Take your time to sit back to enjoy the passing bikes, unique architecture, and beautiful canals  among the many things to do and delicious things to eat. I’m a…

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Filed Under: Amsterdam, Europe, Holland, Local Guides, The Netherlands, Travel Tagged With: Amsterdam, europe, Netherlands, Travel, travel tips

Beautiful view of tulips in Amsterdam. Read what you need to know about sustainable tourism in Amsterdam.

Can Amsterdam be saved from overtourism? Thoughts on sustainable tourism in Amsterdam

July 26, 2018 by Karen Turner 4 Comments

As a former resident of Amsterdam, I’m concerned about overtourism in Amsterdam, which threatens the livability of Amsterdam as house prices skyrocket and many neighborhoods have become overtaken by tourists.  Although the city of Amsterdam has enacted new legislation to limit the impacts of tourism, the numbers of tourists visiting the capital of the Netherlands…

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Filed Under: Amsterdam, Europe, Expat Life, Local Guides, Netherlands Expat, Sustainable Tourism, The Netherlands, Travel

The Peace Palace in the Hague. Read how to visit the Vredespaleis in this guide to the history and interior of the Peace Palace.

What to know about visiting the Peace Palace in the Hague by a local

October 24, 2018 by Karen Turner 2 Comments

One of the most stunning buildings in the Hague is the Peace Palace (Vredespaleis in Dutch).  Visiting the Peace Palace is not particularly easy, however touring the grounds where the International Court of Justice is held is a worthwhile endeavor.  I’ll be discussing the history of the Peace Palace, what to expect from a guided…

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Filed Under: Day Trips from Amsterdam, Europe, Holland, Local Guides, The Hague, The Netherlands, Travel

Read your guide to one perfect day in the Hague with tips for taking a day trip from Amsterdam to the Hague with a self-guided walking tour of the Hague with a map!

One day in the Hague: An resident’s itinerary to a perfect day trip to the Hague

April 10, 2018 by Karen Turner 10 Comments

You might have heard of the Hague. The Hague is the former capital of the Netherlands as well as my home. Quite a few friends have asked about taking a day trip from Amsterdam to the Hague and what to do in one day in the Hague. Here’s my resident’s guide to one day in…

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Filed Under: Day Trips from Amsterdam, Europe, Holland, Local Guides, The Hague, The Netherlands, Uncategorized, Weekend Trips from Amsterdam Tagged With: City Guide, day trip from amsterdam, day trips from amsterdam, holland, Netherlands, The Hague

The Pilgrims in Leiden: History and Must-see locations

February 6, 2019 by Karen Turner 3 Comments

As an American living in the Netherlands, it’s been fascinating to discover the key locations for the Pilgrims in the Netherlands. Although not everyone realizes that the Pilgrims lived in Leiden, you can visit many of the key locations relevant to them. I include some history of the Pilgrims in the Netherlands as well as…

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

The Escher Museum in the Hague: Tips for visiting from a local

January 25, 2019 by Karen Turner Leave a Comment

As a resident of the Hague, there’s one museum that I keep returning to: Escher in Het Paleis. This museum dedicated to the artwork and life of M.C. Escher in the Hague is one of my favorite museums in the Hague. I’ll give you an overview of what to expect from your visit to the…

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

Beautiful canalhouses along a canal in Leiden, a city in Holland

The Best 20 Day Trips from Amsterdam by a Dutch resident

January 2, 2020 by Karen Turner 24 Comments

I’ve been living in Holland for over four years now. One of the best parts of the Netherlands is how easy it is to take day trips within the Netherlands! I include insider tips from my time living in Amsterdam for the best day trips from Amsterdam to other gorgeous Dutch cities, including Gouda, Leiden,…

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Secrets of the Red Light District in Amsterdam: Etiquette and Hidden Gems of De Wallen

March 24, 2019 by Karen Turner 3 Comments

So many visitors are curious about the Red Light District in Amsterdam. A former resident of Amsterdam, I have quite a bit to say about the Red Light District (known as de Wallen), which is one of the most debated neighborhoods in Amsterdam. This post will include etiquette for visiting the Red Light District, the…

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

What to do in Leiden: The 18 best things do in Leiden

February 25, 2019 by Karen Turner Leave a Comment

Since I’ve moved to Zuid Holland, I go weekly to Leiden. Leiden is one of the most charming cities of the Netherlands without question. This guide to Leiden focuses on the best things to do in Leiden that I’ve brought my visitors to! If you can wish for Amsterdam without the crowds, you better take…

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

Brouwerij ‘t IJ: Tips for visiting Amsterdam’s brewery next to a windmill

November 22, 2021 by Karen Turner Leave a Comment

One of my favorite places to bring friends visiting Amsterdam is Brouwerij ‘t IJ. This iconic Amsterdam brewery next to a windmill is one of Amsterdam’s best destinations for craft beer, so if you love craft beer, keep reading my tips for visiting this famous Amsterdam craft brewery.

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

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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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