For four months this coming winter, from Nov. 6, 2026 to Feb. 28, 2027, the Frans Hals Museum in Haarlem hosts an extraordinary Hals-Rembrandt Exhibition with nineteen paintings by Frans Hals and Rembrandt van Rijn in the same rooms, eleven by Hals and eight by Rembrandt. Nobody has done this before. Wondering why these two … Read more
Cats in Amsterdam: a floating cat sanctuary, a mansion with five house cats, a cat café, and the Rijksmuseum’s cat art. My one-day route as a local.
First time in the Netherlands? I help you plan the right pace, where to stay, how to get around, and what’s worth your time, without stress.
Planning to follow Van Gogh in Brabant? I’ve visited Nuenen, Den Bosch, Etten, Zundert, and Tilburg. Here’s what’s truly worth your time.
There’s no single best time to visit the Netherlands. I explain how spring, summer, autumn, and winter differ — so you can choose what fits you best.
Summer in the Netherlands is lively and busy. I explain what summer really feels like, when it’s busiest, and why many people love visiting then.
Spring in the Netherlands is beautiful but busy. I explain when tulips bloom, what Keukenhof is really like, and whether spring fits your trip.
A local guide to where to stay in Amsterdam. Learn which neighborhoods fit your trip, what costs more, and when staying outside makes sense.
My guide to Sail Amsterdam’s once-in-5-years ship festival. What makes 800+ historic vessels and many Tall Ships special and how to plan it right?