Getting around in Amsterdam There’s so much to see and experience in Amsterdam; the world-famous canals, top-rated museums, the typical old-Dutch style houses and beautiful parks to name just a few things. But because the city has more visitors than residents on any given day, it’s essential to know how to move around as efficiently […]
Read MoreThe Dutch Muiderslot castle – a day trip
Muiderslot, the finest medieval castle in the Netherlands In Muiden, about fifteen kilometers southeast of Amsterdam, stands the impressive Muiden Castle (Muiderslot in Dutch). It is one of the best-known medieval castles in the Netherlands and also one of the best preserved. It was built on a strategic location at the mouth of the Vecht […]
Read MoreSailing through the Dutch coutryside in Loosdrecht, the Netherlands
Sailing through the Dutch countryside On about 30 minutes drive from Amsterdam, you find the Loosdrecht lake (“Loosdrechtse plassen”). Many Dutch locals living in Amsterdam or other surrounding cities, like to rent a boat in this area on (one of the few) sunny days in the Netherlands. Compared to Amsterdam, the Loosdrecht area feels like […]
Read MorePlanespotting at Maho beach in Sint Maarten
Planespotting at Saint Martin/Sint Maarten Sint Maarten is one of the paradise islands in the Caribean sea. Here’s a few facts: The island consists out of a French part and a Dutch part, divided by a 10 km border (free traffic possible). spoken language is English (as most inhabitants stem from English slaves). The island is […]
Read MoreThe Gay Pride, Amsterdam
The Gay Pride, Amsterdam There are currently still 72 countries where being gay is not allowed by law. Moreover, in 13 countries, a death sentence still applies for being gay. Even in the Netherlands, there are still situation wherein gay, bi or transgender people don’t feel safe. That is why it is important to keep doing the […]
Read MoreVisit Artis, Amsterdam city zoo, the Netherlands
Artis, the Amsterdam zoo An animal fan? Or just looking for a nice day out in Amsterdam, the Netherlands? Try the Amsterdam zoo. The Amsterdam zoo is 14 Acres big, well maintained and has a lot to offer. Also, from what we saw and hear, all animals are well taken care of. Visiting the Big […]
Read MoreA day at the beach at Zandvoort aan zee, the Netherlands
Zandvoort aan zee A day at the beach at Zandvoort aan zee. One of the most famous beaches in the Netherlands. When the temperatures in the Netherlands rise when summer is approaching, the Zandvoort aan zee beach is crowded with Dutch people and tourists from neighbor countries such as Germany that are spending their vacation […]
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