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Planning your trip to Dordrecht. Read what to do in Dordrecht, Holland's oldest city known as the Venice of Holland! #travel #holland #dordrecht #netherlands

One perfect day in Dordrecht, the Venice of Holland

July 28, 2020 by Karen 7 Comments

While my mom visited me this summer, we finally visited Dordrecht as a day trip.   This stunning city without the crowds of Amsterdam is an easy day trip from Rotterdam, the Hague, or Amsterdam, however the quiet charm of Dordrecht won me over with its beautiful canals, picturesque warehouses, and stunning views.

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Filed Under: Day Trips from Amsterdam, Europe, Holland, The Netherlands, Uncategorized, Weekend Trips from Amsterdam Tagged With: City Guide, holland, Netherlands

Planning to take a day trip from Amsterdam to Haarlem? Tips on the best things to do in Haarlem for one day in Haarlem. Includes a complete guide to Haarlem, a charming day trip from Amsterdam.

One day in Haarlem: A perfect itinerary of things to do in Haarlem

December 1, 2018 by Karen 2 Comments

If you’re visiting the Netherlands, you must head from Amsterdam to Haarlem, a typically “Dutch” city.  Haarlem is a very easy day trip from Amsterdam, only fifteen minutes on the train.  This iconic Dutch city with pretty canals, fewer tourists, a laid-back vibe, and gorgeous architecture is a must-see for people who have limited time in the Netherlands.  Keep reading for what to do in Haarlem with a complete one day in Haarlem itinerary (and map).  At the bottom, there’s a more complete list of things to do in Haarlem.

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Filed Under: Budget Travel, Couples Travel, Day Trips from Amsterdam, Europe, Holland, Local Guides, Sustainable Tourism, The Netherlands, Uncategorized, Weekend Trips from Amsterdam Tagged With: City Guide, day trip from amsterdam, day trips from amsterdam, Netherlands

Looking for day trips from Amsterdam! Find out the 15 best cities to visit in the Netherlands, including the most beautiful cities in the Netherlands!

19 Best Cities to Visit in the Netherlands Besides Amsterdam by residents

February 13, 2020 by Karen 46 Comments

As a Dutch resident, I’ve been lucky enough to see many of the most beautiful cities in the Netherlands that aren’t as well known to tourists as well as the Dutch countryside.

Although you’ve probably heard why you should visit Amsterdam, the prettiest Dutch cities to visit are often peaceful, less crowded, and more memorable.  Keep reading for the 19 most atmospheric and beautiful cities/towns in the Netherlands that will help you discover more of the Netherlands.

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Filed Under: Day Trips from Amsterdam, Europe, Holland, Local Guides, Sustainable Tourism, The Netherlands, Uncategorized, Weekend Trips from Amsterdam Tagged With: City Guide, day trip from amsterdam, day trips from amsterdam, europe, history, Netherlands, off the beaten path travel, Rotterdam, The Hague, Travel, travel tips

Visit Mons Belgium, one of the best day trips from Brussels! Find out what to do in Mons, about the Doudou festival & interesting things to do in Belgium!

Why you need to visit Mons/Bergen in Wallonia!

September 29, 2017 by Karen 12 Comments

Mons, Belgium is one of the best day trips from Brussels for those seeking culture and history. Mons is one of the many beautiful cities in Belgium and a  great introduction to Wallonia (the French speaking part of Belgium).

Although I’ve visited a few cities in Wallonia, I was surprised by the many things to do in Mons and its UNESCO recognized attractions (six!).  After a trip to Brussels, it was nice to get off the beaten path in Belgium and discover other things to do in Belgium besides visiting Brussels, Antwerp, and Bruges.

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Filed Under: Belgium, Couples Travel, Europe, Uncategorized Tagged With: beautiful places, belgium, City Guide, europe, history, Travel, travel tips, wallonia

Visiting Holland? The best things to do in the Hague written by a resident with 30+ tips on what to do in the Hague!

What to do in the Hague: A resident’s guide of unique 30+ things to do in the Hague

July 15, 2019 by Karen 17 Comments

I live in the Hague.  Although I’m always telling people about how fantastic the Hague is, I’m hoping that this guide to the Hague will inspire people to take the day trip from Amsterdam to the Hague to experience a bit of what makes it so unique.  It’s a beautiful and a bit of a strange city.  Keep reading for tips on what to do in the Hague with 30+ unique things to do in the Hague to inspire you to explore the Hague.

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Filed Under: Day Trips from Amsterdam, Europe, Holland, Local Guides, The Hague, The Netherlands, Uncategorized, Weekend Trips from Amsterdam Tagged With: City Guide, Netherlands, The Hague

Visiting Belgium? A quick guide with advice for Bruges, Antwerp, & Ghent with travel basics for your first time in Belgium, including must knows

Belgium in 4 days: Beer, Chocolate, & Castles

December 16, 2019 by Karen 9 Comments

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.

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Filed Under: Belgium, Couples Travel, Europe, Food and Drink Adventures, Uncategorized Tagged With: belgium, City Guide, europe, flanders, Travel, travel tips

Things to do in Maastricht, the most beautiful city in the Netherlands

January 6, 2020 by Karen 16 Comments

Maastricht is one of the most charming cities in the Netherlands and it can be easily explored in a weekend. The city is perfect for a slow, romantic weekend away from Amsterdam spent exploring a beautiful cathedral bookstore, strolling the tangled streets, touring historic caves, and eating/drinking delicious regional cuisine at affordable prices.  For architecture and food lovers, Maastricht is a city that you will not want to leave off any trip to the Netherlands.  Read the best things to do in Maastricht!

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Filed Under: Couples Travel, Europe, Local Guides, The Netherlands, Uncategorized, Weekend Trips from Amsterdam Tagged With: City Guide, europe, Limburg, Netherlands, Travel, travel tips

Viewfinder with a view of Manhattan seen from Brooklyn waterfront.

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

November 4, 2019 by Karen 115 Comments

I’m a proud New Yorker who was born and raised in New York City. When someone asks me what they should know when visiting New York for the first time, I don’t always know where to start as there’s so many things to do in New York. I’ve decided to take a different approach here with some NYC local secrets to help you navigate your trip better.

Expect some humorous tips for first time visitors to New York (although those on their fifth trip to NYC might find this travel advice helpful). I sincerely hope that these New York travel tips come in handy and help you avoid some of the mistakes that people make on their first trip to New York. 20 Insider tips for New York under the cut.

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Filed Under: Local Guides, New York City, New York State, North America, Uncategorized, United States Tagged With: City Guide, New York, NYC, Travel, travel tips, USA

Tips for visiting Christmas markets in Cologne with locations of the Cologne Christmas markets map and things to do in Cologne in December.

Free Walking Tour of the Cologne Christmas Markets with Map

October 12, 2019 by Karen 14 Comments

​In 2019,  Cologne will have its annual Christmas market from
November 25th to December 23rd. If you’re lucky enough to visit Cologne in winter (just in time), be sure to spend at least a day (if not three days) browsing the famous Christmas markets in Cologne. ​ ​Keep reading for tips for experiencing the German Christmas markets and things to do in Cologne in December!

Planning to visit Cologne Germany in winter to see the famous Cologne Christmas markets?  Tips for visiting the Cologne Christmas markets, what to do in Cologne, and where the Cologne Christmas markets are!

​I’ve set up this as a walking tour of five Christmas markets in Cologne with a downloadable map of the Christmas markets in Cologne. (Be prepared that this FREE walking tour of Cologne includes a lot of walking although it covers many major landmarks.)   The map of the Cologne Christmas markets is at the bottom.

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Filed Under: Europe, Germany, Uncategorized Tagged With: beautiful places, City Guide, cologne, europe, germany, Holidays, self-guided walking tour, Travel, travel tips

Your one day guide to Hoorn, Holland. Read about the best things to do in Hoorn for the perfect dagje uit in Hoorn!

Your day trip guide to Hoorn, the Netherlands with the best things to do in Hoorn

April 20, 2019 by Karen 8 Comments

Considering visiting Hoorn, the Netherlands? Hoorn is a beautiful Dutch city that is an easy day trip from Amsterdam that is widely considered one of the cutest cities in Holland. The train between Amsterdam and Hoorn takes only thirty minutes.  This guide to Hoorn will focus on historical aspects of Hoorn and things to do in Hoorn.

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Filed Under: Day Trips from Amsterdam, Europe, Holland, The Netherlands, Uncategorized, Weekend Trips from Amsterdam Tagged With: City Guide

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