Zaanse Schans – A Day Trip From Amsterdam
Holland is well known for its picturesque windmills dotting the countryside. These windmills have long played an integral role in the economy, producing anything from cut lumber and paint pigments…
House of Bols – A Cocktail Experience in Amsterdam
Growing up, my family would fly KLM frequently to get from our home in Ghana to visit family in the U.S. Over the years, my parents accumulated quite a few…
The Heineken Experience – Learning All About Amsterdam’s Famous Beer
Heineken's bright green bottles containing a light and refreshing brew have become well known and loved by many around the world. A visit to the Heineken Experience will give you…
Visiting the Iconic Rijksmuseum – Amsterdam
The Rijksmuseum is known as the national museum of the Netherlands, but the massive collection of renowned art held here has made it well known worldwide. If you have an…
A’DAM Lookout – Taking in the Views Over Amsterdam
As you wander the streets of Amsterdam, you'll see the famous canals, historic buildings, quaint cobblestone alleys, bustling plazas, pretty parks, and more. While strolling around the city is a…
A Day in Rotterdam – Exploring the City
After a morning ride from Antwerp, we hopped off the train in Rotterdam. This was our first stop in the Netherlands, and we were eager to explore the city for…
Things to do in Antwerp for a Day
Antwerp has long been an important city in Belgium as a large port and industrial hub. But you'll find that the city offers so much more, from a thriving shopping…
Two-Day Brussels Itinerary – Our First Visit
We came to like Brussels pretty much as soon as we hopped off the train from Luxembourg. Before even arriving in Belgium's capital, we knew two days were not going…
Ghent Day Trip From Brussels
There are many amazing things to do in Brussels, and the capital also makes a great hub for exploring some of Belgium's wonderful surrounding cities. We had one last day…
Gravensteen: Exploring Ghent’s Castle of the Counts
Sitting in the heart of Ghent along the Lieve canal is the grand Gravensteen, or Castle of the Counts. This old castle has a long history and has served various…