If there’s one spring travel destination that sparks the imagination, it must be the tulip fields in the Netherlands. A visit to the popular Keukenhof gardens, often referred to as the Garden of Europe, makes for an excellent day trip from Amsterdam. The colorful Keukenhof park evolves around the most …
When spring finally arrives and nature revives, we can’t wait to jaunt. No better antidote than sunshine and flowers to shake off the winter blues. A visit to the tulip fields in the Netherlands is the perfect way to absorb that natural energy. You could head to the popular Keukenhof …
The picturesque town of Gouda, located in the South Holland province, is known as one the cheese capitals of The Netherlands. The world famous Gouda cheese has been produced for centuries by the farmers of nearby villages, an area that’s nicknamed the Cheese Valley. Once a week, they met up …
Haarlem is has long been one of the Netherland’s largest and wealthiest cities mainly thanks to its location along the Spaarne river. From the Middle Ages, the city got to collect tolls on passing ships. Haarlem’s economy started to boom thanks to shipyards, beer breweries and a thriving textile industry. …
The Hague is a grand and elegant city yet understated and laid-back. You could say that it offers the best of both worlds: a certain refinement reflected by the many embassies aligning the elegant boulevards and the cool, urban chic vibe of a seaside resort. So, I’ve decided to write …
Looking to spend 2 days in Amsterdam but no idea where to start? With so many museums and attractions to choose from, the number of Amsterdam must-see items on your list may be overwhelming. But don’t worry, we’re here to help. Whether you’re looking to explore the city with friends …
As you may know, we try to spend some quality time with our girls individually every year by taking them on a city break with either mom or dad. This was five-year-old Jade’s first weekend trip abroad where she had me all to herself. We always try to get the …
