About a year ago, I had visited Woerden. I was utterly charmed by this town outside of Utrecht that hosts one of the last remaining authentic cheese markets in the Netherlands. This is a day trip guide to Woerden with what to do in Woerden. (Woerden is best visited in summer when you can experience…
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Tips for taking a day trip to Kinderdijk for the first time without a tour
One of the most magical places in the Netherlands has to be Kinderdijk. This UNESCO recognized village full of windmills is a must-see, however, you can certainly avoid the crowds at Kinderdijk with these tips! I highlight the unique history of Kinderdijk, some etiquette for visiting Kinderdijk, and how to visit Kinderdijk independently.
15+ beautiful photos of the Hague to inspire you to visit Den Haag
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…
The Nine Streets: A guide to Amsterdam’s best boutique shopping
Sometimes, you just need to treat yourself. One of my favorite parts of Amsterdam to go shopping for unique items in Amsterdam is the Nine Streets (Negen Straatjes). This small Amsterdam neighborhood is home to Amsterdam’s best boutique shopping. I include my favorite shops in this stylish shopping district and some tips for getting lunch.
The best 10 Christmas markets in the Netherlands not to miss
Although the Dutch Christmas markets are not as famous as their German counterparts, the Christmas markets in the Netherlands are absolutely charming. I ended up not ranking these strictly as people look for different things in different Christmas markets, but I’ve grouped it based on the opinions of friends. I’ve included ten Christmas markets in…
Releasing Seals into the Wadden Sea & Travel Tips for Friesland
Our weekend trip to Friesland was magical as it included releasing seals back into the wild (technically starting in Groningen, but we sailed into Frisian water), taking a boat tour to the UNESCO world heritage site of the Wadden Sea, enjoying the sandbanks/views of the Frisian islands, and exploring the traditional polder landscape of Friesland as well…
How to get to the Hague from Amsterdam by train in 8 easy steps
As someone who lives in the Hague who routinely visits Amsterdam and used to live in Amsterdam, I figured that it would be helpful to post a guide on how to visit the Hague from Amsterdam by train. You don’t need a tour. It’s super simple to take the train independently between these two Dutch cities! I…
Your insider guide to a perfect layover in Amsterdam by a local
As a seasoned traveler through Schiphol Airport who lives in Holland, I’ve been asked quite a few times about making the most of a layover in Amsterdam while transiting through Schiphol Airport. Although I’ve flown a lot, I find Schiphol to be one of the better airports that I’ve flown through due to its easy…
Two weeks in Borneo: Your adventurous Borneo itinerary for the best things to do in Borneo
Visiting Borneo was a dream of mine ever since I was a child watching National Geographic video series about the biodiversity in Borneo. Planning my trip to Borneo took quite a bit of time as Borneo is one of the world’s largest islands with three countries. As I only had two weeks for Borneo, I…
Neighborhood guide to the UES with the best things to do on the Upper East Side
Paging Gossip Girl: I’ll be sharing a guide to the Upper East Side written by a fellow native New Yorker and blogger who has been living on the Upper East Side for a while. This guide will cover the best things to do on the Upper East Side, one of Manhattan’s most exclusive areas, with…