There’s so much more to the world’s most populous Spanish-speaking country than the tasty food, historic ruins, and endless stretches of golden beaches. The rich culture and long history make Mexico a country full of wonder. If you’ve ever visited Mexico or plan on going Read Post
23 Fun things to do in Malaga, Spain on a city break
If you’re looking for reliable sunshine, golden beaches, and food that will have you planning your next meal before you’ve even finished chewing, Malaga is the place to be. There are plenty of things to do in Malaga and while this is a seaside city Read Post
Christmas Markets Berlin 2022: 12 Fun Christmas Markets to Visit This Year
Curious about which Berlin Christmas market to visit? After all, there are quite a few. But not to worry: I’ve taken it upon myself to go visit no less than 12 of the best Christmas markets in Berlin and report back to you on how Read Post
46 Fun Ideas for Travel Gift Baskets
Looking for a gift for that one friend who seems to be out of the country more often than in it? Or for that one family member that sighs on every trip: “I wish I bought that thing to take with me”? Seek no more! Read Post
5 books about Croatia you have to read before your trip
These fiction and non-fiction books about Croatia shed light on the country’s history and culture. They’re perfect reads when preparing for your trip or when you simply want to know more about the country. Which one will you pick? Read Post
15 typical Belgian dishes + where to eat this food in Brussels
There’s more to Belgian food than fries, chocolate and waffles. Alison shares 6 great Belgian dishes, like shrimp croquettes and meatballs, plus not only where you should order them in Brussels, but also which places you should avoid. Read Post
10 things to do in Tynemouth, England on a day trip
I visited the coastal town of Tynemouth, England on a day trip from Newcastle and researched some things to do in Tynemouth beforehand. Here they are. 10 things to do in Tynemouth 1. Go on a Saturday for Tynemouth Market If you go to Read Post
11 fun Christmas markets in Belgium you can’t miss in 2022
In this post, I want to give you an overview of the Christmas markets in Belgium and more specifically those in Belgium’s 10 province capitals and Brussels. We have Christmas markets starting in mid-November already, so you can take your pick and plan accordingly. Not Read Post
Things to do in Riga in winter: Christmas in Riga and more
I spent 4 days in the capital of Latvia in December to put together this complete program of things to do in Latvia, including the Old Town, the Christmas markets, restaurants, where to stay and much more. Check it out! Read Post
What to pack when you visit Riga, Latvia in winter
When I was packing for my four-day trip to Riga in Latvia, I was a bit worried about the weather. In my mind, I saw a city shivering under sub-zero temperatures and layers of ice. Let me reassure you: it wasn’t that bad. Looking Read Post
One week in Morocco – itinerary for Marrakech and Essaouira
When I spent one week in Morocco in December, I did so to go visit my friend Amanda from MarocMama.com, the Morocco travel blog. That meant two things. One, I didn’t have to worry about creating a Morocco itinerary, as she would take me around. Read Post
What to Pack for Winter in Quebec, Canada (+ packing list)
Wondering what to pack for winter in Quebec? I’ve got you! I spent a lot of time putting together my packing list for Quebec City and the wider Quebec region in Canada as I was pretty worried about the cold there. In the city, we’d Read Post
What to pack for winter in Edmonton, Canada and not freeze
When I checked the weather for my week-long trip to Edmonton in Alberta, Canada in February, I almost fell off of my chair: -29°C. I was never going to survive in that! Luckily, things got better and by the time I arrived it was “only” Read Post
What to pack for Iceland in winter: an Iceland packing list
Are you wondering what to pack for Iceland in winter? Wondering what to wear in Iceland winter not to be cold? Or maybe you’re asking yourself: “How cold is Iceland in winter, really?” Don’t worry, this Iceland winter packing list has gotten you covered! It’s Read Post
Driving in Iceland in February: everything you need to know
When dad and I headed to Iceland for a week in February to road trip along the south coast, we knew we could expect all kinds of weather conditions. The weather in Iceland can change fast, sometimes multiple times a day and can often include Read Post
1 Week in Iceland in Winter: an Iceland Winter Itinerary
Back in 2014, my parents spent about three weeks road tripping around Iceland. My dad had always wanted to go back to Iceland in winter and as my mom wasn’t keen on the lower temperatures, I cunningly volunteered. As it would be my first time Read Post
What to wear during Winter in Austria for a great trip
Wondering what to wear in Austria in winter? It’s not that difficult. I’ve learned what works when traveling to cold destinations and only bring clothes specifically for that kind of weather, layering them as needed. Here’s what I packed for my Austria trip. Read Post
Money Saving Hacks for Expats in the Netherlands
Are you planning to move to Europe? The Netherlands is one of the most expat-friendly countries on the continent. It may also be one of the few expat utopias in the world with an internationally diverse population. While the Netherlands is great, it is not Read Post
4 delicious gastronomic days in the Belgium Ardennes
Did you know that the Belgium Ardennes are only one part of this region’s rich cultural and natural heritage? That’s right — the Ardennes stretch across France, Luxembourg, and Belgium, and are known for their historical sites and peaceful nature. They’re also renowned for the Read Post
Going on a San Diego hop on hop off trolley tour
We’d spent our first evening in San Diego wandering through the city and the morning after on a boat, cruising the San Diego Bay. With only an afternoon left before we had to go back to Los Angeles and still a whole lot to see, Read Post
A breakdown of the Rotterdam shopping experience
If you’ve been following me for a while, you know I travel to Rotterdam in the Netherlands quite often. Until now, I’d never really had the Rotterdam shopping experience, though, so when Rotterdam Partners invited me to come and check out their different shopping areas Read Post
Chartering a yacht in the Caribbean – This is what you need to know
The Caribbean is one of the most beautiful destinations in the world for a unique, unforgettable vacation. You’ve seen the pictures; white sand beaches, crystal clear blue waters, tropical climate, exceptional diving, snorkeling, and wildlife watching opportunities. On top of the unending natural beauty, there’s Read Post
The South of France itinerary: skipping the big cities
When I was planning our trip to the South of France earlier this year, I knew I had to include plenty of coastal towns and skip the big cities like Montpellier and Marseille altogether. So I decided on a South of France itinerary from Frontignan, Read Post
Mont-Ste-Anne: Ski and year-round fun in Quebec, Canada
Mont-Sainte-Anne, Canada is not just a ski resort. It has plenty to offer both in winter and summer, such as hiking trails, cross-country skiing, snowshoeing and mountain biking trails. Check it out! Read Post
60 interesting facts about Germany you should know about
Want to dazzle your friends at a party or quiz? Knowing these German facts will definitely help. I’ve gathered 60 fun and interesting facts about Germany for you. Check them out and let me know if you knew these already. Read Post
87 fun facts about Belgium that’ll blow your mind
Looking for some fun facts about Belgium? You’ve come to the right place! There’s much more to Belgium than beer, chocolate, and waffles. This treasure trove of Belgium facts is proof of that. Note: this list only contains facts. I created a separate list with Read Post
3 Days in the Eifel Volcano Region: What to Do and See
When I was invited to visit the Eifel Volcano Region, I didn’t know what to expect. In the past few years, I’ve made quite a few trips to Germany, but I always visited cities. I went to Münster (twice), ate my way around Cologne and Read Post
Spotting Modernism in Vienna: museums and outdoors
2018 was the year in which Vienna celebrated Modernism and four of its most important artists, all of whom died in 1918. Numerous exhibitions at art museums in Vienna and events across the city remembered the work of the painters Gustav Klimt and Egon Schiele, Read Post
A full day at an Almabtrieb festival in Tirol, Austria
Each fall, the farmers in Zillertal, Tyrol bring their cows down to the valley during the Almabtrieb festival. I followed such a cow parade from Zell am Zimmer to Bruck and took tons of photos of the Austria cow festival after. Have a look. Read Post
11 x Traditional Maltese Food You Have to Try When in Malta
Are you planning to visit Malta for the first time? Are you looking forward to experiencing the best Malta has to offer? If your answer is yes, be sure to indulge in traditional Maltese food when you get there. Guest post by expat-in-Malta Ed Lansink. Read Post
What to do in Prague, Czech Republic (#10 is yum!)
Before we went, I drafted up a complete program with things to do in Prague and it turned out to be a success! Here’s a list of the things we did and saw and what I thought of them to help you plan your own trip to this beautiful city. Read Post
4 days in Rome: itinerary with fun things to do and see
Wondering how to spend 4 days in Rome so you see as much of the sights as possible? I created this itinerary for my own trip and am sharing it with you! It’s a combination of lots of independent exploring and a couple of cool tours I took that allowed me to learn more about the city’s history and (food) culture. Read Post
7 Sri Lankan Curries You Must Try
The Sri Lankan kitchen is known for its many curries, from chicken to chickpea and cashew curry, there’s a curry for everyone. Can’t choose? No worries, in this post Yulia tells you which 7 Sri Lankan curries are an absolute must. Read Post
Exploring Josefov, the old Prague Jewish Quarter
One of Prague’s must-see areas is Josefov, the old Jewish Quarter. With one ticket, you can visit several historical sites, like the Spanish Synagogue and the Old Jewish Cemetery. So that’s exactly what mom and I did. Have a look at the places we went to and the ones we skipped. Read Post
Whale watching in Vancouver, Canada
This is a guest post by my dad from when he went whale watching in Vancouver, Canada. When putting together the plan and itinerary for our 2013 Canada trip, one of the things that were on top of the priority list right from the start Read Post
The best places to visit in Austria in summer + what to do
After my first trip to the country had been in winter, I was curious to find out what summer in Austria would be like. Most of the people I know associate Austria with winter sports and even though I knew that in summer hiking replaces Read Post
Ruby Lucy Hotel London: Lean luxury in the South Bank area
Luxury doesn’t have to be complicated — that’s the idea behind the charming Ruby Lucy Hotel London, part of the Ruby Hotels group. Located on the South Bank, it’s one of the newest hotels by Waterloo Station and a great addition to the area. I Read Post
99 Fun Facts about Croatia You’ll Want to Know
As I do for every country here on the blog, I’ve created a post full of fun facts about Croatia. Check it out! 99 fun facts about Croatia This post is part of a series of fun facts posts I’m doing for every country Read Post
Typical food in Austria: 7 yummy dishes tried and tested
Traditional food in Austria is meant to keep active people going in the cold winter temperatures. After you’ve taken an hour or two to digest, I think that is. Now, the portions might have been a bit oversized for me, but I did eat some delicious things while I was in Austria and I tried a whole range of new dishes. Let me share them with you. Read Post
Carnival in Rotterdam: music and fun at Rotterdam Unlimited
The Rotterdam Unlimited festival is the highlight of summer in Rotterdam, with the Battle of the Drums, the summer carnival and several concerts taking place over the span of five days. Walk with me and get a feel for the festival in with these 30 photos and my personal report of the event. Read Post
Top things to do in Gdansk, Poland: 3-day Gdansk itinerary
When we travel to popular cities like Rome or Paris, we have certain expectations. When we travel to a lesser-known place, we can truly be surprised. And boy, did Gdansk in Poland surprise me! I spent three days in Gdansk a few years ago and Read Post
Fun things to do in Münster, Germany in 3 days
You might have heard of Münster cheese, but this German city has a lot more to offer. On a three-day trip, I discovered there are three kinds of Münster catering to visitors of all ages, with all kinds of interests. There’s a Green Münster, a Historical Münster and a Modern Münster. Read Post
9 fun things to do in Quebec City, Canada
When I traveled to Quebec, Canada a few years ago to have some winter fun at Mont-Sainte-Anne and Stoneham ski resorts (and tackle my fear of heights!) I first spent a few days getting through my list of top things to do in Quebec City Read Post
Doing a Colosseum Underground Tour in Rome with Walks of Italy
I always thought I wasn’t big on tours of the educational kind. I like exploring places by myself and I always figure that if I want to know more, I’ll Google it later. Walks of Italy has proved me wrong. I took two walking tours Read Post
How to Make International Calls for Free or Cheap
If both you and your loved ones are within the EU, staying in touch isn’t so expensive thanks to the EU removing roaming costs back in 2017. But what if you’re not in the EU? This post tells you how to make international calls for Read Post
Quad biking in the desert: Hurghada, Egypt
Quad biking isn’t as easy as it looks, but against the scenery of the Egyptian desert, you forget all about your sore thumb while you try to take in as many sights as possible without crashing or bumping into the person driving in front of you. Yes, it was quite the challenge for me. Read Post
5 Fun Rotterdam Parks and What to Do There
Rotterdam in the Netherlands is often associated with skyscrapers and modern architecture but did you know that it’s also a green city? Rotterdam parks such as the Kralingse Bos (“Woods of Kralingen”) and the Dakpark (“Rooftop Park”) are ideal spots for those who want to Read Post
Traditional Czech food Prague: discover tasty dishes on this food tour
There are many Prague tours, but I chose the Eating Prague food tour to learn both about traditional Czech food, the best restaurants in Prague and the history of the city. Going on a food tour is one of the best things to do in any given city, I feel, and Prague was no different. Read Post
Keeping your sh*t together with EagleCreek Pack-It cubes
Eagle Creek Packing cubes are great for traveling. They keep your stuff together, so that it’s more compact, and offer an easy way to organize your gear and clothes. They can also serve as dirty laundry bags. But are they practical? Here’s my review. Read Post
Attending the EDM festival Vogelball in Hamburg, Germany
Seven years ago, the first Vogelball took place in the city of Hamburg, Germany. What started as a small, underground German EDM festival quickly grew to a popular event. So much so, that the festival needed to relocate to Europe’s biggest river island, Hamburg’s district Read Post
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