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My favourite travel moments of 2013
2013 was an incredible travel year for me. If I counted correctly, I visited 20 countries across six continents. More importantly, I had the…
The canals of Amsterdam in photos
Amsterdam is my home and there’s no other city I’d rather live in (ok, for now!). Amsterdam is one of the most cosmopolitan cities…
The thing with love locks
The Staalmeester drawbridge that crosses the Groenburgwal canal is one of my favourite spots in Amsterdam. I always make it a point to bring…
A sea of tulips
Seeing the tulips fields in Holland is one of my favourite things to do in spring. Many people ask me where and when to…
A Dutch winter wonderland
It all started with a blizzard. High winds and snow that fell to the ground almost horizontally! Within a few hours, Amsterdam and almost…
Culinary Journey: Samhoud Places in Amsterdam
What: Fine-dining at & Samhoud Places Where: Oosterdokskade 5, Amsterdam Notes: I still don’t quite get the name but Amsterdam’s latest fine-dining establishment, just…
Mövenpick Amsterdam – a delightful city hotel
The Mövenpick Hotel Amsterdam is one of the luxury hotels at the Amsterdam harbourfront. Part of the Swiss luxury hotel chain of the same…
Exploring the historic towns north of Amsterdam
There are many quaint, historic towns in the countryside around Amsterdam. Many of them can trace their roots back to the 16th century whilst…