The top 10 things to do in Amsterdam when you visit the city for the first time? The Dutch capital is packed with the best attractions: from world-class museums to special experiences and from typical Amsterdam canal houses to cool hotspots in an abandoned shipyard. As Dutchies,
Maartje's enthusiasm and curiosity knows no bounds. She loves museums, nature, food, walking, architecture, history, animals. Writing and photography is a big passion and she has been writing about cooking, minimalism, food, hotspots and travel for many years. Above all, she has a special place in her heart for castles, royal jewels and ancient Egypt. Maartje gave up her job as a lawyer to bring more balance to her life: less work and more life. Besides to The Orange Backpack, she works as a legal entrepreneur.
Palenque is often associated with its ancient Mayan city, but the modern city is skipped in travel itineraries for Mexico. We recommend you to plan your trip differently and experience how Palenque has much more to offer than just its ruins. How about huge waterfalls and a
Have you ever thought about travelling to Latin America? A popular place for backpackers, Latin America is comprised of diverse countries and islands, spanning from Mexico all the way down to the southernmost tip of South America. Latin American culture is known for its delicious food, kind
If you are looking for the best places to visit in Portugal, you have many beautiful destinations to choose from. We traveled around the country for over two months and still haven’t visited all the beautiful places on our wish list. But we did manage to visit
Renowned as one of the prettiest villages in Spain, the whitewashed village of Frigiliana is beautifully nestled in the mountains in Andalusia. Although the village is close to the bustling beaches of the Costa del Sol, it is also far enough from them to have its own
Where to stay in Rio Dulce? The lush jungle, howler monkeys, lakes, river, tropical atmosphere and beautiful nature of the Rio Dulce region make this one of the most special places in Guatemala. A visit to Rio Dulce is not complete without a beautiful place to stay
Tucked away in the southern reaches of Belgium, snug against the French border and in proximity to the charming city of Tournai, lies one of the country’s newest holidays parks. Eco Resort Your Nature emerges as a premier destination for luxury design cabins in Belgium! This resort
Where to stay in Den Bosch while exploring the capital of Brabant. Den Bosch offers a wide range of accommodations, including unique and luxurious hotels, as well as budget-friendly hostels. However, finding these exceptional and distinct places requires some thorough research. In this blog, we assist you
Where to stay in Maastricht to make the most out of your visit to the southernmost city in the Netherlands? You’ll need a few days to explore all sights of the charming city in the south of Limburg, so a great place to stay is essential for
Where to stay in Innsbruck in Austria? The charming city between the Australian mountains has amazing hotels, stunning luxury stays and historic boutique hotels. There are actually so many great options it can be overwhelming to choose the right place to stay in Innsbruck. The historic old