Cities

Hiking around the Zaanstreek: 9 perfect walks in the ultimate Dutch region

Sure, the classics like Amsterdam, The Hague and Utrecht are nice (and well worth a visit!), but...

Why I love Haarlem: a local’s guide to the Spaarnestad

No matter how many times I tell my friends I live in Haarlem, every time we chat,...

17 unforgettable things to do in Leiden in 2025

Albeit small and charming, there are loads of things to do in Leiden. As one of the...

The gem of the north: 7 free things to do in Groningen

Out of money but looking for some amazing things to do in Groningen? Well, you're in luck,...

Summer is here! 7 places to escape the heat in Utrecht

To all those who thought the Netherlands didn't have a summer worth speaking of, think again. With...

5 things to do in Rotterdam in the summer

As if the world doesn't talk about summer enough, we're going to talk about it some more!...

Did you know there were mountains in the Netherlands?

Mountains in the Netherlands? Is that a thing? The Netherlands is a flat country with almost one-third...

17 not-so-cheesy things to do in Gouda in 2025

Nestled in the heart of the Netherlands lies a charming town brimming with cheese, delightful walks, a...