Roermond, Netherlands day trip: Best things to see and do by Kay on 22 July 2026 Posted in Netherlands Roermond is a city in the province of Limburg in the Southeastern part of the Netherlands, just north of Maastricht and close to the German border. Roermond has something for everyone. It boasts some quite diverse activities such as a designer shopping outlet, boating and water sports, museums and historical architecture. I visited Roermond on Read More 3
Thorn Netherlands: The perfect day trip to the white town. by Kay on 25 June 2026 Posted in Netherlands Thorn, pronounced Tor-un, is a small historic town in the Southern Dutch province of Limburg, situated close to Maastricht. Famous for its white-washed, pristine houses and cobbled streets. Often referred to as ‘The White Town’ (Witte Stadje). It is a beautiful, picturesque town that is certainly worth seeing. Thorn Netherlands: The perfect day trip to Read More 7
Best places to hang out and have lunch in The Hague: 11 local spots you’ll love. by Kay on 2 January 2026 Posted in Netherlands Looking for the best places to hang out in The Hague? From lively squares and cosy cafes to the beach at Scheveningen. The Hague has plenty of places to spend an afternoon or evening. I’ve put together my favourite spots, including where to go for coffee, nightlife, or a relaxed afternoon. With its museums, great Read More 11
Cycling Texel Island: The perfect Dutch day trip by Kay on 2 September 2025 Posted in Netherlands Can you discover Texel by bike in a day? Absolutely – although we quickly discovered that cycling around the entire island would take considerably longer than our fitness levels would allow! We took our bikes from Den Helder on the TESO ferry and spent a day cycling around Texel, stopping at Den Hoorn, Den Burg, Read More 20
Experiencing the Dutch cheese markets: 4 markets to visit in the Netherlands by Kay on 12 May 2025 Posted in Netherlands Updated with 2027 dates and times. The Netherlands is famous for its cheese, but visiting a traditional cheese market gives you the chance to experience the history and traditions behind it. Here are five Dutch cheese markets, including my first-hand experiences of the three I visited. Honestly, experiencing the Dutch cheese markets is an absolute Read More 14
How to spend an afternoon in Delft: A relaxed half day itinerary by Kay on 2 April 2025 Posted in Netherlands Updated September 2026 Spending an afternoon in Delft? You can see many of the city’s highlights in around 4 hours, particularly if you arrive by train and explore the historic centre on foot. This relaxed Delft itinerary, by an expat who lived in the Netherlands, takes you from Delft station to the Markt, Nieuwe Kerk, Read More 11
