Buying a home in Amsterdam was one of the easiest decisions we made and we are so happy to have a home that is our own! I’ve already written about the process and what we went through to buy a house in Amsterdam,...
Sept 5, 2017 Time flies when you’re having fun! Oh, who am I kidding? Time just flies--whether working, playing, or just sitting in a chair. Life is flying by. How is it that I’ve been in Amsterdam for 3 years now? It feels like it’s...
Finally! Here’s our story about buying a house in Amsterdam. If you want a peek at our new home, it's okay to be nosey. In 2016 we made a New Year’s resolution to make buying a house a top priority. We’re stubborn and wanted...
Part of traveling or becoming an expat is getting out of your comfort zone. That literally means being uncomfortable. It's all part of the experience! When you're moving to Amsterdam (or any bike-loving city), and you are moving from a place where you rarely...
Moving abroad is a big deal. I mean, like a REALLY big deal. It’s not easy. Between emotions, red tape, practicalities, and making friends, it’s just plain hard and you have to be a little crazy to do it. If you want to...
Planning your first trip home to visit after a year or two can be so many things! For me, it was exciting, stressful, scary, calming, familiar, and so much more that I couldn’t possibly explain, though I did try! I’m used to my new home,...
After two years and many travels around Europe, we finally visited our friends and family in the United States. About 2 years and 3 months ago we decided Amsterdam would be our new home and had not set immediate plans to go back for...
Included in this post are affiliate links. There is no change in cost to you. Love’s a funny thing. It can make you think and act crazy, but when it’s real and lasting, it’s the absolute best thing in the world. Even better than...
If you’ve just moved to Europe (or, if you're considering it), I’ve created this post especially for you! This is what I would make sure my best friend knew before they took the leap. So, from me to you, I hope you find this helpful!...