In this post I’ll give some helpful information for first-time visitors to the Netherlands, including advice on language, currency/tipping, public transportation, taxis, and bicycles. I’ve also included an overview of the “seedy” side of Amsterdam (Red Light District, Coffeeshops,…
Living in a place as amazing as Amsterdam, we've had the chance to play Tour Guide a few times for our friends and family that have come to visit. I've decided to put this knowledge to use and am…
Typically known for its cannabis friendly "coffeeshops" and Red Light District, many of Amsterdam's tourists may be surprised to learn there are more cultural attractions per capita in Amsterdam than any other major city in the world. With so many…
The first thing that comes to mind for most people when they think of Bruges, Belgium, are serene winding canals abutted by quaint stone houses. The city's famous canals give it the nickname The Venice of the North. In…
Haarlem is a very walkable town and a fun place to explore with its winding Medieval streets and brick alleyways. It's also just 15-minutes away from Amsterdam by train, making it a great choice if you're looking for a…
There's no better way to get the lay of the land when visiting a new city than by seeing it from above. With three weeks in Paris this May, we had plenty of time to hit up the must-see…
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Amboise is only about 2 hours from Paris by train, making it the perfect getaway when you want to take a couple of days to explore the idyllic French countryside and enjoy some amazing cuisine while you're at it.…
Did you know there are more cultural attractions per capita in Amsterdam than any other major city in the world? This may come as a surprise to many tourists who think of Amsterdam as a small city known more…