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The beautiful Roze Kasteel, an castle that is part of the abandoned Dutch amusement park Land van Ooit is just outside of Den Bosch and can be legally visited! #abandoned

Off the beaten path Netherlands: 25+ quirky and strange places to visit

January 22, 2019 by Karen Turner 3 Comments

As a Dutch resident, I love exploring the Netherlands, but writing about the Grote Markt in a town can get a bit tiresome. For a while, I’ve been pursuing some really off the beaten path places in the Netherlands and these are my favorite quirky places in the Netherlands to add to your Dutch bucket…

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

Photo of Abdij Rolduc, an abbey hotel in the Netherlands near Aachen, with a picturesque courtyard.

Abdij Rolduc: What it’s like to stay in an abbey

March 15, 2019 by Karen Turner Leave a Comment

I love unique places to stay. After coming across Abdij Rolduc (Abbey Rolduc), I knew that I wanted to surprise my husband and my in-laws with a stay at this impressive abbey, which is the largest abbey in the Benelux region. I’ll include a bit of history about this historic abbey in the south of…

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

Prince’s Day in the Hague: Events and Tips for seeing the Dutch Royals

January 23, 2019 by Karen Turner Leave a Comment

As a recent immigrant to the Netherlands, I’m not yet over my obsession with the Dutch Royal Family. They’re so normal yet fascinating. One of the best days of the year as a visitor to the Netherlands or as a resident of the Hague is Prince’s Day as it’s our chance (as plebs) to see…

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

Visiting Utrecht from Amsterdam? Utrecht is the perfect day trip from Amsterdam. Read about the best things to do in Utrecht in one day!

Your one day guide to visiting Utrecht, the most enchanting city in the Netherlands

October 30, 2018 by Karen Turner 10 Comments

Have you ever visited a place that you fall in love with instantly?  From the moment that I visited Utrecht on a day trip from Amsterdam, I fell in love with Utrecht.  This beautiful Dutch city has canals that are two stories, unlike Amsterdam, which only adds to the delightful architecture, slow pace, amazing food, and…

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Filed Under: Couples Travel, Day Trips from Amsterdam, Europe, Food and Drink Adventures, The Netherlands, Travel, Weekend Trips from Amsterdam Tagged With: City Guide, europe, Netherlands, Travel

The coziest brown bars in Amsterdam to drink like a local

February 22, 2019 by Karen Turner 1 Comment

One of the best things to experience in Amsterdam is a cozy brown bar. As a resident of Amsterdam, I experienced many of Amsterdam’s charming cozy brown bars and I hope that this article convinces you to experience a brown cafe in Amsterdam! These classic Dutch cafes are known for their gezelligheid (a Dutch word…

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Filed Under: Amsterdam, Expat Life, Holland, Local Guides, Netherlands Expat, The Netherlands, Uncategorized

Beautiful lit-up Christmas Market in Dordrecht. This Christmas Market is the largest in the Netherlands!

A weekend of magic: Tips for visiting the Dordrecht Christmas Market

October 20, 2019 by Karen Turner Leave a Comment

We’ve finally had some snow this weekend.  This weekend was also the Dordrecht Christmas market.  Each December, Dordrecht hosts one of the most atmospheric Christmas markets in the Netherlands that coincidentally happens to the be the largest Christmas market in the Netherlands.  It’s due to the fact that the entirety of the Dordrecht historic city. …

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Filed Under: Couples Travel, Day Trips from Amsterdam, Europe, Holland, The Netherlands, Weekend Trips from Amsterdam

Amsterdam weed container with marijuana symbol with background of Amsterdam canals

Your insider 420-friendly guide to cannabis in Amsterdam by a local

August 5, 2019 by Laura Verheijke 1 Comment

Amsterdam has long been considered to be ‘The OG Stoner Hotspot’–the place to go to get high and let loose long before the decriminalization and legalization of Marijuana started sweeping the globe.  Visiting a Dutch coffeeshop is still a rite of passage for the many tourists who flock to the city every year, but it…

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

Considering visiting the A'DAM lookout for epic views from the A'DAM swing? An honest review of the A'DAM lookout covering whether the A'DAM swing is worth visiting, what you get with your ticket to the A'DAM lookout, alternatives to the A'DAM swing, and how to visit the A'DAM lookout for free without admission.

Is the A’DAM swing overrated? An honest review of the A’DAM lookout

April 25, 2018 by Karen Turner 1 Comment

I spent over two years living in Amsterdam, so I was naturally curious about the A’DAM lookout after reading about the swing over Amsterdam.  I’m a bit of an adrenaline junkie, so when my friend asked me if I’d go out on the A’DAM swing with her, I went for it. However, was the A’DAM…

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

Follow in the footsteps of Rembrandt: Key locations for Rembrandt

March 1, 2019 by Karen Turner Leave a Comment

One of the most renowned Dutch artists is Rembrandt Harmenszoon van Rijn, who was born in Leiden prior to moving to Amsterdam to painting some of the famous paintings in the Netherlands. This article will walk you through Rembrandt’s life (with key addresses relevant to his life and artwork) as well as cover the best…

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

Wondering what to drink in the Netherlands? Your ultimate guide by a local to traditional Dutch alcohols including traditional Dutch spirits and liquors.

13 Interesting Dutch Spirits & Liquors You Must Try In the Netherlands

July 15, 2017 by Karen Turner 27 Comments

Wondering what people drink in the Netherlands? This post is an in depth introduction to alcohol in the Netherlands.  Today, my husband and  bring you an article that is over two years in the making: 13 different liqueurs and spirit drinks that you should try in the Netherlands. When I’m visiting a new place, I…

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Filed Under: Amsterdam, Budget Travel, Day Trips from Amsterdam, Europe, Expat Life, Food and Drink Adventures, Holland, Local Guides, Netherlands Expat, The Netherlands, Uncategorized, Weekend Trips from Amsterdam Tagged With: Amsterdam, day trips from amsterdam, drinks, Netherlands, The Hague, Travel, travel tips

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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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