Posts tagged under "Amsterdam"

Europe: Where to Ring in the New Year Big

Europe: Where to Ring in the New Year Big

Force us to spend December 31 on the continent in a small city like Avignon, Graz, Patras or Salamanca and we will not resist. Inevitably, many of the best travel takeaways in Europe occur in the most diminutive of gems. Once in a while, however, it behooves us all to ring in the New Year … More

Weekly Travel Q&A: Top European Destinations for Vegetarians

Weekly Travel Q&A: Top European Destinations for Vegetarians

What are some notable destinations in Europe where a vegetarian traveller like myself can feel comfortable?
Lucia L., Melbourne

A market in Crete – Photo credit
If you want your pound of flesh in Europe, you can certainly have at it. It is no big secret that the likes of Portugal, Spain and meaty Eastern Europe stalwarts like … More

5 Regal Royal Palaces in Europe

5 Regal Royal Palaces in Europe

Active and official royal residences constitute some of the most exquisite points of interest in Europe. Here are five in particular that stand out as exceptional monarchical homes and architectural marvels.

Fragrant Fun: The Amsterdam Flower Market

Fragrant Fun: The Amsterdam Flower Market

Perhaps one of the most astoundingly beautiful destinations you can visit, the city of Amsterdam in Holland is full of incredible sites and attractions. Those visiting on a budget, or those who simply love flowers, won’t want to miss the city’s gorgeous flower market.

Billed as one of the largest in the world – and home … More

What Makes a Long Weekend in Amsterdam So Special

What Makes a Long Weekend in Amsterdam So Special

When many people think about Amsterdam, their minds immediately go to marijuana, prostitution, and an ultra-tolerant atmosphere regarding controlled substances. However, Amsterdam is about so much more than that. Whether you’re looking for history, natural beauty, great food, or beautiful old-world architecture, you can find it all in and around Amsterdam.
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As a European … More

Amsterdam – The City of Unusual Museums

Amsterdam – The City of Unusual Museums

Amsterdam is known all around the world for its extraordinary museums. From cultural and technological to all out weird and vulgar, Amsterdam features just about any type of museums you can imagine. And while you’ll always find information about the traditional, more conservative ones, we want to introduce you to the more obscure museums worth … More