Whether you’re looking for a pre-holiday get-away or a festive shopping spree, Amsterdam is a great place to visit in November or December. Check out my top 6 reasons why: 1. Festive shopping at de 9 Straatjes In the heart of Amsterdam’s canal district you’ll find the quaint shopping area “de 9 Straatjes”, or in […]
Archives for December 2014
10 things you must do when you’re in Athens
Athens is the perfect getaway for those looking to experience a little bit of everything. It’s an excellent destination for those who thrive on the bustle of city life, are looking to explore the majesty of nearby mountains or swim in the waves of the Aegean Sea. Culture vultures will relish learning about the ways of the ancient […]
Today is Sinterklass Day in the Netherlands – but what is it?
It’s Sinterklass day here in the Netherlands! Celebrated by many Dutch families (as well as by families in neighbouring countries such as Belgium, Luxembourg and Northern France), this tradition is observed instead of, or for some families in addition to, Christmas. Sinterklass is a Santa-like figure, which delivers gifts to good children and, according to […]
17 gift ideas for travelers
Are you stumped over what gift to buy the travel-lover in your life? Check out my list of 17 great gift ideas to help inspire you! For more information on a product, simply click on the image to be re-directed to the web-store. 1. Packing cubes ($27) Keep organized while traveling with these handy and light-weight […]
The allure of the man’s market (Mannenzaken) in Amsterdam
“This doesn’t look like the type of area where a market would be held”, I muttered suspiciously as I cycled into a barren shipping yard on a crisp Sunday afternoon in November. The area was still, lifeless, except for the distant figure of a security guard huddled in a doorway, smoking a cigarette. I cycled towards her. “Excuse […]