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…
Traveling around the Netherlands can be quite frustrating to foreigners as there are so many modes of transportation. This article will discuss the best train tickets and public transit tickets for traveling in the Netherlands. I include recommendations for the best ticket to use within Amsterdam as well as the best ticket option for a…
The Amsterdam Light Festival is a yearly festival in Amsterdam with changing lights (on an annual basis). I consider the changing light exhibitions created by artists from all over the world one of the best things to do in Amsterdam in winter. You can see the Amsterdam Light Festival on foot, by boat, or by…
Zeeheldenkwartier is situated within walking distance of the Hague center. It is a lively and atmospheric district full of cafes, yoga studios, entrepreneurs, pop-up stores and events. Designers sell their unique clothing, furniture, and homewares in boutiques along the streets of Prins Hendrikstraat, Piet Heinstraat, Zoutmanstraat, and Anna Paulownastraat. This guide to the Zeeheldenkwartier covers…
When visiting Leiden, it’s hard to overlook visiting the Pieterskerk, one of the many iconic churches of Leiden. This church dates back to the medieval ages and can be visiting for a few euros (or viewed for free outside). If you’re a history lover, it’s worth visiting the Pieterskerk and I include a few tips…
As a proud resident of the Hague, I can tell that there are countless things to do in the Hague for free. I’ve mixed this list of budget activites in the Hague with more interesting tourist activities that are all possible without spending a dime with some of my favorite places to relax in the…
As a resident of the Hague, I love to bring guests to Van Kleef Distillery in the Hague. This small historic genever distillery in the Hague is the last distillery remaining today. I’ll be discussing the history of this distillery, which was frequented by Vincent Van Gogh during his time in the Hague, and tips…
For those looking for an easy bike ride from Amsterdam, I recommend visiting Ransdorp. Although you might not believe it, this scenic village is actually part of Amsterdam although you’ll feel a world’s away when you visit. This tiny village of about 300 residents will give you a nice taste of the Dutch countryside without…
Planning your trip to the Hague, the Netherlands? This is your insider’s guide to the best hotels in the Hague, including the best neighborhoods to stay in. I’m still a recent arrival to the Hague as I’ve been living here less than a year, however when I moved to the Hague, I lived all around…
One of my favorite neighborhoods in Amsterdam is the Jordaan. If you’re looking to escape some of the crowds of center and experience some of the charm of Amsterdam, you can follow this self-guided walking guide to the Jordaan, one of Amsterdam’s most charming neighborhoods, to see a few secrets of de Jordaan that you…
