Looking for the best things to do in Volendam? This famous fishing village on the Markermeer is one of my favourite places to escape Amsterdam for a day. Think pretty traditional houses, fishing boats, seafood restaurants, museums and, once you leave the busy waterfront behind, some surprisingly quiet little streets. I have lived in the…
This post may contain affiliate links. We may receive a small commission (at no extra cost to you) on qualifying purchases so we can continue to create helpful content. Thank you, and we appreciate it. See our disclosure policy for more information. Tirta Gangga water palace is one of those places where the balance between…
This post may contain affiliate links. We may receive a small commission (at no extra cost to you) on qualifying purchases so we can continue to create helpful content. Thank you, and we appreciate it. See our disclosure policy for more information The Dahab blue hole is one of the most well-known attractions in the…
Broek is Waterland is one of the most beautiful villages in the world and its proximity to Amsterdam has not yet spoiled its character. There are very few tourists who venture to this village, or even local people living in Amsterdam. I am perhaps one of the few people living in Amsterdam that bikes to…
Kenya is world wide known as a safari and cultural destination. However, not so many people think about this country as one of the best beach destinations in Africa. From South to North its coast is home to long stretches of white sand kissing an ocean of different shades of heaven like sea blue. Diani…
This post may contain affiliate links. We may receive a small commission (at no extra cost to you) on qualifying purchases so we can continue to create helpful content. Thank you, and we appreciate it. See our disclosure policy for more information The Amsterdam countryside is surprisingly close—usually just a 20 or 30-minute trip—but it…
A comprehensive travel guide featuring the amazing things to do in Edam. Edam is one of the oldest villages in the Netherlands and it is world famous due to its Edam cheese. The village is located in the Dutch countryside near Amsterdam and the beauty and charm of its historical center will leave you speechless….
Marken is former island close to Amsterdam that it is connected to the mainland by a dike. This little idyllic Dutch countryside village near Amsterdam is one of those places that seems taken out of a fairy tale. If you are looking for a cultural experience while learning some of the Dutch history and enjoying…
Monnickendam is one of the most beautiful villages in the Netherlands, located biking distance, in the Amsterdam countryside. If you are looking to experience the Dutch local culture in a historical setting in the middle of the stunning Dutch countryside, Monnickendam is the place for you. I am a local in the Amsterdam and have…
Gdansk in Poland is without a doubt one of the most attractive cities in the world. With its stunning center adorned with a perfect balance of old and new architecture and crossed by the peaceful waters of the Motlawa river Gdansk is a hidden gem in Poland. There are plenty of things to do in…