As a self-professed political geek who did Model United Nations in high school, the Hague holds a lot of gems for political geeks in terms of international institutions (including the International Criminal Court) and Dutch political institutions. Similarly, for movie geeks, this will show you some of the highlights of the filming locations used for…
Is it weird that I consider breakfast a very important food group? Maybe it’s my American upbringing, but I am a huge fan of breakfast and brunch. This post is about the best brunch/breakfast cafes in the Hague by one very biased American couple living in the Hague. I hope you get very hungry while…
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…
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…
Happy New Year! This was my first New Year’s Eve in the Netherlands in a bit and it was lovely celebrating it in my current home of The Hague. New Year’s Eve in the Hague, like most of the Netherlands, is something akin to a war zone… I include tips for spending New Year’s Eve…
Due to Dutch history, there is a large segment of the population with roots in Suriname. I wanted to do something different here as a way of introducing my readers to Surinamese food, its history, the best Surinamese dishes to try, and most importantly where to find good Surinamese food in the Netherlands. However, I’m…
One of the small joys of living in a place year-round is that you get to experience your home city in each season. Although seasons in the Netherlands are far more mild than those of my home country, I still have a huge soft spot for fall and spring here in the Netherlands. One of…
I always assumed that you had to know someone or be involved with the United Nations to visit the International Criminal Court, but visiting the ICC is surprisingly easy. This post will discuss a bit of the history behind the International Criminal Court, things to know before you visit the International Criminal Court, and a…
One of my favorite weekly rituals of living in the Hague is visiting the Haagse Markt. The Hague Market claims to be the largest market in Europe although it’s one of the best places to get a bit off the beaten path in the Hague, buy affordable fruits/veggies, eat street food, and shop for household…
My home of the Hague is an absolutely stunning destination with so much to offer. Whether you’re interested in history, culture, or simply love the beach, you’ll find that the Hague has so much to offer. I’ve collected my favorite photos of the Hague from my time living here to help inspire you to visit…
