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,...
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,...
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!...
This is part two of "What They Don't Tell You About Moving Abroad" and it's all about feeling at home. If you're looking for part one, it's all about how to prepare before you leave your home country. Feeling at home in your new...
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People often ask, “How are you adapting to life in the Netherlands?” “How was the transition?” “Are you fluent in Dutch yet?” “What do you miss about home?” Or we’ll get the other side, like “Your life looks so exciting!” “I am so...