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A day trip to Bourtange: the tiny village steeped in Dutch history

Rich in history, Vesting Bourtange dates back to 1580, when Willem van Oranje ordered the construction of...

Wadlopen in 2026: your guide to mudflat walking in the Netherlands

Have you ever heard of mudflat walking in the Netherlands and thought: "What the heck is that!?"...

17 adventurous things to do in Texel in 2026

If you’re looking for a quiet getaway or a sporty weekend out, there are plenty of things...

Cheap data, free airport lounge access: are Jetpac’s travel eSIMs worth it?

Landing in the Netherlands without a working phone is a special kind of stress, and Jetpac's travel...

19 places you can get to by TRAIN from the Netherlands

Romantic weekends in Paris, celebrating Oktoberfest in Munich, or skiing in the French Alps: these 19 trains...

The pilgrims in Leiden: Where were the pilgrims before they sailed to America?

The pilgrims in Leiden were a religious group that escaped from England and came to live in...

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,...

11 iconic things to do in Volendam in 2026

Whether you want to try on traditional Dutch klederdracht or taste fresh seafood along the historic De...