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  • Tulip fields beyond a canal near Lisse in The Netherlands
    Cycling,  The Netherlands

    Blooming brilliant: Exploring tulip fields by bike from Amsterdam

    January 10, 2025 /

    Every spring, the countryside of the Netherlands comes alive in vivid technicolour. Tulip fields bloom across the country, producing bold, brilliant flowers that are loved here and abroad. Whilst the famous Keukenhof Gardens are popular with visitors, we went off-piste to explore the spectacular fields near Amsterdam – escaping the crowds and discovering more about this floral phenomenon.

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    Alice

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  • Pink tulips and townhouses alongside Amsterdam canal
    The Netherlands

    Everything you need to know before you visit Amsterdam

    January 10, 2025 /

    Heading to Amsterdam? It always pays to do a little planning ahead of your stay. Here’s a few tips to help you make the most of your stay – from which attractions to book in advance to where to find the best craft beer in the city.

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    Alice

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    Oostport histpric city gate in Delft in spring, with a cyclist going past.

    Delft city guide: A stepping stone to the Southern Netherlands

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    Rotterdam's Oudehaven at dawn

    Discovering Rotterdam: 24 hours in the Netherland’s second city

    January 7, 2025
    Smart cabins at Vakantiepark Delftse Hout

    Vakantiepark Delftse Hout: Unexpectedly excellent glamping in the southern Netherlands

    May 18, 2026
  • Barges alongside a canal in Amsterdam in spring
    The Netherlands

    More than canals and cliches: A more adventurous Amsterdam city guide

    January 9, 2025 /

    From architecture to attractions, breweries to bike rides, there’s something for everyone in the Dutch capital. Here’s my guide to some of the best that Amsterdam has to offer on a short break, as well as some of its hidden gems. They’re perfect for getting off the beaten path and exploring without the crowds.

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    Alice

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    Oostport histpric city gate in Delft in spring, with a cyclist going past.

    Delft city guide: A stepping stone to the Southern Netherlands

    July 2, 2026
    Tulip fields beyond a canal near Lisse in The Netherlands

    Blooming brilliant: Exploring tulip fields by bike from Amsterdam

    January 10, 2025
    Five cube houses in Rotterdam against a blue sky

    Geometric dreams: Staying in Rotterdam’s iconic cube houses

    January 7, 2025

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