• Skip to primary navigation
  • Skip to main content
  • Skip to primary sidebar

Wanderlustingk

  • HOME
  • BLOG
  • ABOUT US
  • TRAVEL
    • Travel to the Netherlands
    • New York Travel
    • France Travel
    • Belgium Travel
    • Asia Travel
    • Budget Travel
    • European Travel
    • Couples Travel
    • Adventure Travel
    • Local Guides
  • EXPAT LIFE
    • France Expat
    • Netherlands Expat
    • Moving Abroad
  • CONTACT
    • Work With Me
    • Disclosure and Privacy Policy
  • English
  • German
  • Navigation Menu: Social Icons

    • Facebook
    • Instagram
    • Pinterest
    • RSS
    • Twitter

Uncategorized

Visit the Rhine Valley in Germany on a budget with which Rhine Valley castles to visit & towns in Rhine Valley to visit Rhine Valley without a river cruise

How to visit Rhine Valley on a budget

May 22, 2016 by Karen Turner 14 Comments

Most people think of luxury when they think of Rhine Valley, however it’s possible to visit Rhine Valley on a budget . I absolutely love castles and vineyards, however I don’t have the money for a Viking River Cruise through Germany (I wish!). This is a guide to the Rhine Valley region visiting the beautiful…

Read More

Filed Under: Budget Travel, Couples Travel, Europe, Germany, Uncategorized Tagged With: Budget Travel, europe, germany, road trip, Travel, travel tips

Exterior of the Rijksmuseum in Amsterdam, one of the best places to see Rembrandt's artwork on display!

The best museums in Amsterdam and which museums to skip

November 1, 2019 by Karen Turner 4 Comments

One of the best parts of visiting Amsterdam is to visit the many museums in Amsterdam.  As an Amsterdam resident, I had the Museumkaart, which gave me access to the majority of the museums in Amsterdam (as well as the rest of the Netherlands), which meant that I’d often take an afternoon to explore a…

Read More

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

Climbing the world’s tallest freestanding climbing wall, the Excalibur climbing wall

May 7, 2018 by Karen Turner Leave a Comment

Are you considering visiting Bjoeks climbing center in Groningen, the Netherlands to climb the Excalibur climbing wall? Read about my experience climbing the world’s tallest freestanding climbing wall, how to visit Excalibur, and what you need to know about the Excalibur wall before you decide to climb Excalibur.

Filed Under: Adventure Travel, Europe, The Netherlands, Uncategorized Tagged With: Adventure Travel, climbing

Beautiful view of Grote Markt, one of the best things to do in Antwerp, Belgium.

One perfect day in Antwerp: A self-guided walking tour with the best things to do in Antwerp

October 8, 2018 by Karen Turner 2 Comments

Antwerp is one of my favorite Belgian cities.  As I live nearby, I regularly visit Antwerp just for the sake of it, so this post is a compilation of my favorite things to do in Antwerp, some cafes/restaurants, and beer cafes that you’ll want to stop off at.

Filed Under: Belgium, Couples Travel, Europe, Uncategorized, Weekend Trips from Amsterdam

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…

Read More

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…

Read More

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…

Read More

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

Beautiful octagonal ceiling of the Palatine Chapel in Aachen, Germany. This cathedral, one of the best things to see in Aachen, was commissioned by Charlemagne and is recognized by UNESCO as a world heritage site. #travel #germany

One day in Aachen, Germany with the best things to do in Aachen

August 8, 2018 by Karen Turner 1 Comment

When we decided to visit Maastricht, the Netherlands, I wanted to visit Aachen.  I’m a huge history geek…and Aachen, Germany is a mecca for history lovers.  Aachen was the capital of Charlemagne’s empire–and it’s certainly worth a visit for history lovers! In this post, I’ll be discussing the best things to do in Aachen, great seasonal…

Read More

Filed Under: Couples Travel, Europe, Germany, Uncategorized

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…

Read More

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

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…

Read More

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

  • « Go to Previous Page
  • Page 1
  • Interim pages omitted …
  • Page 13
  • Page 14
  • Page 15
  • Page 16
  • Page 17
  • Interim pages omitted …
  • Page 23
  • Go to Next Page »

Primary Sidebar

About

Authors of Wanderlustingk

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.

 

Search

Categories

Popular Posts

First Time Guide to Amsterdam: Three Days in Amsterdam itinerary by a resident

Secret New York: 30+ off the beaten path spots in New York City to love

20 Things Nobody Tells You About Visiting New York by a native New Yorker

The most beautiful temples in Kyoto, the city of a thousand temples

Covered Passages of Paris: A free self guided walking tour of Paris arcades with map

Privacy Policy

Here you find our Privacy Policy.

Disclosure

Note: We are a participant in the Amazon Services LLC Associates Program, an affiliate advertising program designed to provide a means for us to earn fees by linking to Amazon.com and affiliated sites. As an Amazon Associate, I earn from qualifying purchases. Please check our disclosure page for more information.

  • HOME
  • BLOG
  • ABOUT US
  • TRAVEL
    • Travel to the Netherlands
    • New York Travel
    • France Travel
    • Belgium Travel
    • Asia Travel
    • Budget Travel
    • European Travel
    • Couples Travel
    • Adventure Travel
    • Local Guides
  • EXPAT LIFE
    • France Expat
    • Netherlands Expat
    • Moving Abroad
  • CONTACT
    • Work With Me
    • Disclosure and Privacy Policy
  • English
  • German

Subscribe

You can unsubscribe anytime. For more details, review our Privacy Policy.

Thank you!

You have successfully joined our subscriber list.

Address

TreasureHunter USA Inc.
251 Little Falls Drive Wilmington,
Delaware 19808
+1 (915) 4632387
EIN 88-2174128

TreasureHunter

  • Instagram
  • Pinterest
  • Twitter
  • Facebook
  • RSS Feed

Disclosure

www.wanderlustingk.com is a participant in the Amazon Services LLC Associates Program, an affiliate advertising program designed to provide a means for sites to earn advertising fees by advertising and linking to amazon.com. As an Amazon Associate, we earn from qualifying purchases.
We also participate in other affiliate programs

Find out more

www.wanderlustingk.com all rights reserved © 2023 | Privacy Policy | Cookie Policy |