Let’s say you have an old manure storage tank on your land, but don’t use it. Why not start a bed & breakfast in there? The owners of Longhorn Ranch decided to create a unique sleeping place. We were allowed to stay for a weekend among the
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.
If something characterizes Leiden for us, it is the beautiful canals and monumental buildings. Everything breathes the ancient history of the historic city. Exactly this atmosphere is captured in the two boutique hotels in the heart of Leiden. Generous four-poster beds, historical art, chandeliers and heavy furniture
The best things to do in Leiden include world-class museums, typical Dutch architecture, impressive monuments and cool hotspots. Experience Leiden, a stunning historic city and one of the must-visit destinations in the Netherlands! Sebastiaan resided alongside its canals for three years, while Maartje frequents the city for its
One of the highlights of your Mexico trip is a visit to the ancient Mayan imperium Calakmul in the Campeche State. This lost Mayan city was one of the biggest empires back in the ancient Mayan times, making it one of the biggest Mayan sights to visit
Public transportation in Mexico is convenient and comfortable, making it tempting to forgo renting a car during your trip. However, it is worth reconsidering! Renting a car provided us with unparalleled freedom in Mexico, allowing us to explore wherever we pleased without being constrained by bus schedules.
Guatemala had been on our travel wishlist for a long time. So once we bought our tickets, the preparation and the anticipation started. Is it a safe country? How much travel budget would we need? What kind of clothing do you pack? To help you out with
Where the Dutch border is close by, but you are just not yet in Germany. There you will find the most colorful campsite in the Netherlands. With Floortje Dessing as the figurehead, you already know that Camping BuitenLand is not just any campsite. Floortje is one of
As a child you probably have built one and begged your parents to move in for at least one night. Your childhood dream can come true at the boutique resort Life is Good in the south of the Netherlands. The owners built a big treehouse in the
The best part of a city trip is perhaps going out for some breakfast. From toast with avocado and a poached egg to a stack of fluffy pancakes with fresh fruit. We love it all. Even after so many years we love to explore around our hometown
One of our favourite areas of the city is Rotterdam-North. You will rarely see tourists here, but the Rotterdam people themselves all the more. North is actually a village in itself. You have great spots if you like vintage interior items or clothes. But you’re also in