Places

11 of the best free things to do in The Hague in 2024

If you're sick and tired of spending your money in expensive and touristy Amsterdam, there are several...

17 best coffeeshops in Amsterdam: the best spots to smoke in 2024

As an international in the Netherlands, there's always been one challenge that faces me: Finding the best...

The ultimate Dutch winter wonderland photo report

One thing that never changes in the Netherlands is the love for snow. And so, here are...

A wintery trip to Bruges: lights, chocolate, and everything Belgian

Just south of the Dutch border lies Flanders. Not Ned Flanders (d’oh 😜), but the province of...

The 17 best live music venues in Amsterdam (from a local)

Live music venues in Amsterdam are everywhere, and there’s one of every kind: big, small, famous, underground....

A summer break in Oostende: more than just your average beach town

Oostende is a gem in Belgium, sitting on the coast of the Flemish North Sea. But let...

Smoking or edibles: what’s the best way to get high in Amsterdam?

Okay, so you’re in Amsterdam and looking to get high? Going to a coffeeshop and buying a...

Best windmill site in the Netherlands: Kinderdijk or Zaanse Schans?

It's not just all about Kinderdijk or Zaanse Schans, but these are the places everyone flocks to...