Europe is home to many of the most iconic castles in the world. Though not nearly as numerous or famous as the castles in…
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How I celebrated my 50th birthday in Amsterdam
Turning 50 is a pretty big deal in the Netherlands. I’ve often seen signs of it in Amsterdam and around the country – family…
An Amsterdam hotel for all reasons
The nhow Amsterdam RAI Hotel is a striking building along the Zuidas (southern axis) of the Amsterdam Ring (A10) highway. With its three triangular…
A magical art experience in Amsterdam
The Fabrique des Lumières is a new digital art centre in Amsterdam. Created by the fantastic Culturespaces team in the Westergasfabriek, an old gas…
Street art in Amsterdam
I’m a big fan of street art and I’m always on the lookout for them when I travel. I’m lucky to live in Amsterdam,…
Winter fun in Amsterdam
In the past decade or so, winters in Amsterdam have been relatively mild. Whereas in the past, temperatures of -20 degrees Celsius and lots…
An evening walk in Amsterdam
An evening walk is one of my favourite things to do in Amsterdam. When the crowds have gone and the lights come on, the…
Exploring the Markermeer region
The Markermeer (Marker Lake) is a large 700-square-km (270 sq mi) lake in central Netherlands. A road trip around the Markermeer provides many fascinating…
Plane views: Naarden Vesting
On a flight to Berlin from Amsterdam Schiphol Airport, the plane flew past the star-shaped fortress town of Naarden Vesting. The aerial view I…
