My husband and I have lost count of how many times we’ve been to Amsterdam. Since it’s a major hub connecting Canada and Europe, we often fly through Amsterdam to […]
What’s So Gouda About Alkmaar?
Well here we are, already into December. Time to start putting up the Christmas tree, hanging up the lights, and buying gifts for loved ones. You know what makes a […]
A Tour and Tasting at Wynand Fockink Proeflokaal
Our most recent visit to Amsterdam was a little different from all of our previous trips there. It was our first time travelling with friends. Oh, sure, we’ve made friends […]
5 Reasons to Visit Schiedam, Netherlands
Admittedly, I take the Netherlands for granted. My husband and I adore Amsterdam, and can easily spend a week or more in this amazing city without ever leaving its center. […]
A Visit to the House of Bols – Now With More Flair!
If you’re a fan of gin, a visit to the House of Bols Cocktail & Genever Experience in Amsterdam should be on your must-see list. And even if you’re one […]
Lunch at the Upstairs Pannenkoekenhuis in Amsterdam
On our latest jaunt to Amsterdam, my husband Mark and I travelled with four friends. One friend in particular, Renee, really wanted to eat at the Upstairs Pannenkoekenhuis, aka the Upstairs Pancake […]
A Visit to the Zuiderzee Museum in Enkhuizen, Netherlands
Enkhuizen is a picturesque little town roughly an hour’s drive north of Amsterdam. Although its population is modest at approximately 18,500, the town boasts one of the largest marinas in […]
Wynand Fockink: Seeking out the True Genever Experience
If you haven’t caught on already, I love Amsterdam. The museums, the shopping, the food, the architecture, the weather, the tulips….it’s all amazing. But the one thing that had been […]