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7 winter escapes from the Netherlands by train

Ugh, wintertime. It makes everyone want to escape their current lives, whether by trying to be a better...

This Dutch city was key to the origins of Thanksgiving

You may very well know by now how the Dutch like to spend their Christmas and Sinterklaas holidays,...

The Rembrandt experience: discover the life of a young Rembrandt by walking through Leiden

The famous Dutch master Rembrandt van Rijn was actually born and raised in Leiden. Yes, that same...

10 hidden gems in the Netherlands: Unique places you wouldn’t think to visit

It can be hard to separate yourself from the tourist traps — they're popular for a reason....

6 European destinations you can get to by night train (and how to beat the crowds!)

With winter holidays approaching faster than a Dutch cyclist, it’s time to start planning the travels we’ve...

17 brilliant things to do in Zwolle: your guide to the Netherlands’ best-kept secret

Here's the thing about Zwolle: whilst Amsterdam and Rotterdam were still muddy villages, this star-shaped city was...

The 7 most scenic bike routes for a day trip in and around Amsterdam

There's no better way to soak up the beauty of Amsterdam than by hopping on your fiets...

14 glorious things to do in Giethoorn in 2026

Dubbed the Venice of the North, Giethoorn is a wonderland of canals weaving and winding their way...