The Netherlands are famous for their iconic windmills and you can find them literally everywhere. But what is the best place to see windmills in the Netherlands? Is it the famous Kinderdijk or Zaanse Schans tourist attractions? Als Dutchies, we visited both places several times. In this
Is visiting the historic windmills of Kinderdijk not yet on your bucket list? It should! This iconic Dutch sight is one of the best places to visit in the Netherlands and will show you more about how the Dutch drained their country below sea level to live
The best photo spots in Rotterdam? How to find the most instagrammable places? As locals, we know exactly where to go. Rotterdam is sometimes wrongly described as raw and ugly. But the unique combination between old and new makes it a hidden gem in the Netherlands. This
The best things to do in Leiden include world-class museums, typical Dutch architecture, impressive monuments and cool hotspots.Β 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
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
As residents of Rotterdam, we know the city inside out. In an earlier blog post we gave you tips for 7 beautiful off the beaten track spots in our hometown. But what if you are done sightseeing? And you want to do something fun? These are 10
Where to stay in Rotterdam? What are the best hotels and most quirky places to stay? Our home town Rotterdam is home to the best luxury hotels, most unique places to stay and stunning hostels. How about staying in award-winning architecture? Or in a suite in one
After seeing the impressive skyline, visiting the Markthal and making a day trip to the windmills of Kinderdijk, it’s time to explore the city off the beaten track. These are our tips! #1 A tour of the Van Nelle factory The former Van Nelle factory is a
Our home town Rotterdam is one of the highlights of any visit to the Netherlands. The city known for its modern architecture, worldclass museums, trendy hotspots, stunning street art and urban vibe is one for your bucketlist. Make sure to plan in at least a day to