Cities

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...

Is smoking weed in Amsterdam legal in 2026? (+ 7 best coffeeshops!)

You’ve arrived in Amsterdam, you’re ready to hit the coffeeshops, but wait: Is smoking weed in Amsterdam...

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...

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...

The ultimate guide to the Zaanse Schans: visiting the windmills of Holland

In the Zaanse Schans, you can experience what life was like back in the 18th and 19th...

8 things you need for travelling around the Netherlands

A well-connected public transportation system, the locals’ ability to speak excellent English, and the Netherlands’ modest size...