Staying in Netherlands

Oh AmsterDAM(N)! [Part One]

Let me just tell you... there is no other place in this world like Amsterdam! I have always dreamt about going to Amsterdam since I was a kid because there is such a unique cultural background to...

Escape mass tourism in Amsterdam

Amsterdam attracts two very distinctive crowds. One the one hand you have the sophisticated travelers searching for a cultural experience in Amsterdam’s museums. On the other hand, you have less...

One Day Trip to Utrecht, Netherlands

Utrecht, a small city located about 30min by train from Amsterdam, is the perfect place for one day trip. Many people visit Amsterdam, however, there are many other places to see around. One of...

Where to find Local Dutch Cuisine in Amsterdam

What is local Dutch food? Is a common question that visitors ask, yet normally there is not an easy answer. Is it the French fries with Mayo or the Bitterballen that you find in a bar? Is this...

Fall MTB Frisco, CO

Mountain biking is better…when you are actually in the mountains! The biking we do at home in Michigan, at sea level, on dirt trails with no rocks, on gently rolling hills, I pondered. Is that...

Travel Etiquette: Hotel

When it comes to a comfortable and enjoyable stay at a hotel, it's not just about the amenities and services provided by the hotel. Understanding and following proper hotel etiquette is equally...