This post contains affiliate links. The words “Amsterdam” and “beach” may not be two words you think of together. But the beach is a quick day trip from Amsterdam! The Netherlands is known for being cloudy and rainy....
Traversing the Amsterdam countryside by bike
I live in Amsterdam. I love Amsterdam. It’s such an amazing city with the canals as the perfect backdrop of a sunny day. BUT...and this is a big BUT...it’s not all that there is to see in the...
Visiting the Keukenhof – Holland’s flower garden
This post contains affiliate links at no extra cost to you. If you’re coming to Amsterdam between mid-March and mid-May, you are in for SUCH a treat! Those bright and colorful images of flowers you think of when...
A day trip to Delft
This post contains affiliate links at no extra cost to you. I absolutely adore my city of Amsterdam. It’s beautiful and there’s always something to do. But now that we are all settled and we’re not in the...
Picture Perfect Amsterdam in Autumn
The air is becoming crisp, the leaves are starting to change, and the heavy jackets are emerging once again. It must be autumn in Amsterdam! The city of canals and stunning canal houses has a gift for those who...
5 Easy Day Trips from Amsterdam
Amsterdam is a pretty loveable city. When you visit the Netherlands, you should definitely spend time in this city, I’ve even created an entire city guide for you! While you're based in Amsterdam, there are a few possible...
Amsterdam Calling – Canoe Adventures
I love surprises! The unexpected super fun adventure that lies just outside of your normal life makes things exciting. When I was asked to co-host on Amsterdam Calling again, I never quite know what I’m getting into.Together we've explored...
Day Trip to Giethoorn
This post contains affiliate links. Giethoorn is jaw-dropping as a postcard-perfect village surrounded by water in the north of The Netherlands. People keep calling it the "Venice of the North" and the "Village with no Roads"...but I disagree....
How to spend King’s Day in Amsterdam
King's Day in Amsterdam is a unique experience that I am so happy to see each year! The vibe from the entire city--whether locals or visitors--is contagious. I just smile while walking around the city glowing with an...
A day trip to The Hague
Have you ever had your assumptions turned upside-down? Maybe you think people are rude in one country and learn it couldn't be farther for the truth. It could be that you've heard isn't worth writing home about, and...