I was never much of a tulip fan, but relocating to the Netherlands has changed my perspective. There are so many gorgeous varieties we rarely see in the states, and visiting the tulip fields is one of the best experiences…
A local’s guide to the best of Amsterdam
I really can’t believe I’m writing this, but today is the two year anniversary of when I relocated to Amsterdam! Even with the challenges of the pandemic, I wouldn’t change it for the world. To celebrate, I got together with…
2021 gift guide | the best gifts from Amsterdam
As an expat, I don’t always get to spend the holidays with my US-based friends & family. So I love to share a little bit of my life in Amsterdam with loved ones. If you’re looking for what to send…
A weekend travel guide to the Hook of Holland
We had the opportunity about a month ago to finally explore a new part of the Netherlands – the Hook of Holland. When you think of beaches in Europe, your mind probably jumps to places like Mykonos & the French…
The Dutch fashion trend you should be wearing now
When I first moved to Amsterdam, I noticed all the women wore white sneakers. It didn’t matter whether they were wearing a dress or jeans – they always had their sneakers! And not the dirty beat up kind you probably…
Ask an expat: What it’s like living in Amsterdam
Today is the one year anniversary of when I relocated to Amsterdam! I truly can’t believe it’s been a year – and it’s certainly been a different year than I expected. To celebrate, I wanted to share some observations and…
