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Visiting the Dresden Christmas markets had been a long time dream of mine. I imagined strolling along cobbled streets, taking in the overwhelming scent of mulled wine and chestnuts roasting on hot coals. Admiring the twinkling lights amidst the century-old architecture and towering churches. And what I imagined is exactly the Christmas fairytale I found. Dresden […]
Imagine wandering through a Christmas market where Dutch-inspired architecture meets Polish holiday traditions. That’s exactly what you’ll find at the Gdansk Christmas market. A Touch of Amsterdam in Poland Gdansk is a charming port town on Poland’s northern coast. I was surprised to see the striking resemblance to the Netherlands. Turns out, in the 16th […]
Imagine sipping a perfectly spiced mulled wine while gazing at a giant illuminated Ferris Wheel in the night sky. This is the Poznan Christmas market. Two Markets, One Clear Winner In Poznan we actually visited two Christmas markets. The main market at Plac Wolności and the market at the International Fair, just by the central […]
Imagine strolling through a Christmas market where twinkling lights reflect off colorful facades, and the aroma of mulled wine and Polish delicacies fills the air. Welcome to the Wroclaw Christmas Market, a hidden gem in southwest Poland that you’re sure to fall in love with. Trust me, I did! Why You’ll Fall in Love with […]
Lately I’ve been on a ramen kick! I’m in search of the best bowl of heavenly noodles, rich broth, jammy egg and tender pork. Here’s where to find some of the best ramen in Amsterdam. And let’s not forget the worst… I’ve rated everything on a 10-point scale, 10 being high and 0 being low. […]
I’ll keep this list short and sweet. If you’re headed to Caye Caulker, Belize chances are you are looking to go slow and enjoy a few rum punches with the locals. Well, you’re in luck. There are plenty of bars where you can pass the day away. Here are just a few of the best […]
Caye Caulker, Belize is full of restaurants and bars. At lunch time, you’ll also find some fun street vendors popping up along the main road. But which are the best restaurants in Caye Caulker? Well, I did my research, asked around and of course tasted plenty. Here are the best I found. The best restaurants […]
Looking for tips for Amsterdam’s Staatsliedenbuurt neighborhood from a local? Well, you came to the right place. Staatsliedenbuurt is the neighborhood (buurt in Dutch) that I’ve called home for the last three years. The Staatsliedenbuurt is one of the best places in Amsterdam to visit. Why? There’s no tourists here. And we’ve got plenty of […]
The A’dam Lookout Swing, or the highest swing in Europe, is one of Amsterdam’s more popular tourist attractions. But what’s it all about and is it worth it? I live in Amsterdam and here’s my take. The A’dam Lookout and the A’dam Lookout Swing are located on the observation deck, aka the top floor of […]
I’ve lived in Amsterdam for 8 years. This will be my 6th King’s Day in Amsterdam. There were a couple missed years due to Covid, but let’s move on. King’s Day is one of my favorite days of the year. King’s Day in Amsterdam is like Dutch 4th of July except better. What is King’s […]