What’s on your European bucket list? From world class museums and ancient archaeological sites to stunning natural wonders, Europe boasts a diverse array of attractions that attract millions of visitors every year. The Colosseum, the Eiffel Tower, and the Acropolis top the list for many first time visitors to Europe, but you can also explore […]
Amsterdam was the very first city Tim and I ever visited in Europe. We landed bleary-eyed and jet-lagged, hauled an enormous suitcase up four flights of stairs to our hotel room (a classic first-timer mistake; pack light!), and stumbled out into the city that afternoon in a wonderful stupor. Everything felt magical and a little […]
Trying to decide where to stay in Amsterdam? You’re in the right place, but fair warning: there’s no single answer. Amsterdam is a city of distinct neighborhoods, and the right one for you depends entirely on what kind of trip you’re planning. We’ve been to Amsterdam multiple times and have spent a lot of time […]
With one week in Europe, you have an infinite number of possibilities for coming up with your “perfect” itinerary. Do you dream of visiting world-class cities like Paris, Barcelona, or Venice? Or would you rather hike the Alps, go on a scenic train ride, explore the beautiful beaches and coastal towns in southern Europe, visit […]
Haarlem is one of the best day trips from Amsterdam, just 15 minutes by train and a world away from the crowds. Haarlem is a small city that sits just west of Amsterdam, and it might be the most underrated stop in the Netherlands. With cobblestoned lanes, a soaring Gothic cathedral, a windmill on the […]
A trip to London, Amsterdam, and Paris…sounds nice, right? With 10 days you have just enough time to visit these three cities, although it will be a bit of a whirlwind tour. There is a lot to see and do here, and our London Amsterdam Paris itinerary will help you manage your time so you […]
The Netherlands is one of the easiest countries in Europe to navigate by train, making it ideal for day trips from Amsterdam to cities like Haarlem, Utrecht, and The Hague. We traveled the Netherlands by train on a trip that took us from Amsterdam to Haarlem, Utrecht, and The Hague, and we loved how seamless […]
The Hague (Den Haag in Dutch) doesn’t get nearly as much attention as Amsterdam, but it deserves a spot on every Netherlands itinerary. With one day in The Hague, you can see a Vermeer masterpiece up close, stand inside a 360° panoramic painting, walk past a working royal palace, and still have time to grab […]
Planning an Amsterdam, Brussels, and Paris itinerary? This 10-day route connects three of Western Europe’s most iconic cities entirely by train, making it one of the easiest and most rewarding first trips to Europe you can take. Start with three days in Amsterdam exploring the canals, world-class museums, and charming Jordaan neighborhood. Move on to […]
Two days in Amsterdam is the perfect amount of time for a first visit. You can cover the essential museums, both the Rijksmuseum and the Van Gogh Museum, visit the Anne Frank House, wander the Jordaan’s canal streets, browse the Nine Streets, and still have time left over to sit at a café and simply […]
Utrecht has all the charm of Amsterdam with a fraction of the crowds. Here’s how to spend one perfect day in Utrecht on a day trip from Amsterdam. Utrecht doesn’t get nearly the attention it deserves. Less than 30 minutes by train from Amsterdam, it offers the same picture-perfect canals, centuries-old architecture, and charming street […]
Europe is a joy to explore. With world-class cities, medieval towns, historical sites, the snowcapped Alps, gorgeous beaches, and some of the world’s most delicious food, you have the perfect ingredients for your next vacation. If you want to spend 10 days in Europe, we have ten amazing itineraries to share with you. In this […]