Category: Europe

Planning a weekend city break to Vienna

I’ve always been a romantic at heart. Besides Paris, I’ve always imagined 18th Century Vienna as one of the most romantic cities on earth. To say that our visit was a slight disappointment is somewhat of an understatement…

Six free things to do in Amsterdam for those on a tight budget

SIX FREE THINGS TO DO IN AMSTERDAM FOR THOSE ON A TIGHT BUDGET

As a teacher I can only go on holiday during peak times. That means double airline fares, double hotel fares and double every other fare you can imagine. So when on holiday, I have to get creative with the budget I have to see the places I want…

Top Dinner spots in Amsterdam

Ertwensoep The Pantry Amsterdam

When you are having this much fun in Amsterdam, you are going to get HUNGRY.  And you would want to EAT.  We ate.  Good food!!

Top breakfast eateries in Amsterdam

Fig, brie and honey waffle

Whenever I travel, I want to taste the local cuisine.  During our four-day stay in Amsterdam was not any different.  Here is a list of the restaurants we visited for breakfast.  

Travel through Holland: Zaanse Schans

Windmills through a window

Discover the magic of the Windmills that is Zaanse Schans in Holland.