Imagine strolling through the heart of Paris, where each cobblestone tells a story, and every corner reveals a new, hidden gem. The City of Light is renowned for its monumental landmarks like the Eiffel Tower and the Louvre, but the true essence of Paris lies in its streets. These veins of the city pulse with…
You’re walking through a serene garden in Amsterdam or maybe scrolling through Instagram, and there they are—white tulips in full bloom. They seem peaceful, elegant, almost whispering something meaningful. But what exactly do they mean? You Google it and stumble into a jungle of vague claims: “purity,” “peace,” “simplicity.” Cool. But that’s not enough. Here’s…
For some reason that I’m not sure, a lot of people that I know are nervous about visiting Amsterdam Noord. This part of Amsterdam is just across the water from the historic city center, so if you think that you’ve seen Amsterdam, take a ferry across to explore Amsterdam Noord. This post will be covering…
Insider tips for visiting New York City for Christmas, Thanksgiving, and New Year’s Eve!
I’ve been in the Hague for almost a year now and I’ve been pleasantly surprised by the thriving craft beer scene in the Hague! As craft beer lovers, both of us have been very busy trying out all the various breweries around the Hague and we solemnly promise to try to keep this updated as…
Gouda is a city in South Holland, the Netherlands, that is famous for its namesake cheese. Many people only come to Gouda for the cheese market, however there’s so much more to this beautiful Dutch city only an hour from Amsterdam. In this guide to Gouda’s beautiful historic city center, I’ll be showing you the best things…
I admit that I was mildly terrified when my friend recommended that we go to the banya outside of his uncle’s house. I’m terrible with the heat, but I was lucky enough to have a good friend happy to explain the ins-and-outs of the Russian banya, one of the most unique experiences to have while you’re…
Sometimes, I get a wild hair–and when I read about the Zeeland mussels, oysters, and the Oosterschelde lobster, I knew that I had to visit this Dutch province just for the seafood. After researching where to try the best seafood in Zeeland, I ended up deciding to visit Yerseke. This cozy fishing village is one of the…
Toronto is known for many things, especially its cold winters. Although many visitors wouldn’t think to visit Toronto in winter, it’s truly a shame as there are plenty things to do in Toronto in winter for the brave souls willing to venture out into the cold. Once you’ve packed your toque, warm mitts, and even warmer…
The beginner’s guide to Belgium’s best sights! Includes travel tips and top 5 sights for visiting Antwerp, Ghent, and Bruges. Includes chocolate, beer, and castles! Read more for the best tourist sites to visit in Antwerp, Ghent, and Bruges as well as travel advice for visiting Belgium in a quick 4-day itinerary.
