Day Trips from Amsterdam: Train or Tour? (2026)
Nine day trips from Amsterdam compared — which are better by train, which are worth a guided tour, and the three where the tour is actually cheaper.
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2 Days in Amsterdam: What to Do
Two days in Amsterdam is enough — as long as you accept, on day one, that you are not going to see all of it. The people who leave disappointed are the ones who tried to compress a week into a weekend and spent both days exhausted. This is the two-day version of our 3…
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Is There Uber in Amsterdam? Getting Around, Honestly
Yes, Uber works in Amsterdam. The locals also use a very similar app called Bolt, which tends to be cheaper. After eight years here, I honestly still check both Uber and Bolt every time and pick the cheaper one. Getting Around Amsterdam: What Each Option Costs Option Typical cost Best for Avoid when Tram, bus,…
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Firework-Free New Year’s Eve Hotels in the Netherlands (With Your Dog)
If you live in or near Amsterdam, you’re familiar with how intense New Year’s Eve can be. Between the fireworks, firecrackers, and general chaos, it’s a stressful night — especially for dogs. This year is genuinely different, hopefully: as of August 1, 2026, the Netherlands has a nationwide ban on private consumer fireworks (the “Wet…
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One Month in Patagonia Itinerary – The Ultimate Southern Adventure
If you’re thinking about spending a month in Patagonia—do it. It’s wild, windy, and full of mountains that look like paintings. It’s hands-down one of the most incredible places I’ve ever visited. We spent one full month exploring Patagonia’s Chilean and Argentinian sides, and our Patagonia Itinerary was absolutely perfect. Enough time for the iconic…
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Puerto Natales – The Calm Before (or After) the Storm
Puerto Natales is where you catch your breath. It’s where you gear up for Torres del Paine or go to dry out your socks, get a proper meal, and not wear a backpack for at least 48 hours. Set on a fjord with snow-capped mountains in the distance, it’s one of those towns that quietly…
