Category: The Netherlands

Dutch vs Afrikaans vs English

De Kwakels in Zaanse Schans

Have you ever found direct translations of other languages interesting or even entertaining?
These are a few of my favourite Dutch-to-Afrikaans-to-English translations.

Keukenhof revisited

Keukenhof tulips

Is Keukenhof really worth all the hype? Come judge for yourself!

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. Â