It is rare that an artwork can catch you completely off-guard. It is even less often that it places a mirror of a entire society in front of you, leaving you vulnerable and reflective. This is why this work by British artist Gali May Lucas in collaboration with sculptor Karoline…
Close to the heart of Amsterdam, Vondelpark welcomes you inside through its majestic gates. The song of the birds guides you further on the right, to the Stayokay Hostel. The rooms have a chic, minimalist design, ready to adore. Your alarm clock has no use since the birds make sure…
This year, from 19th to 23rd of August, Amsterdam became once again the center of the nautical world. During the 5 days of SAIL Amsterdam Festival, around 2.3 million people attended the events on the canal and tried sailing as relaxation.. This year was full of great surprises and many…
As the world becomes increasingly aware of the impact of travel on the environment, it’s important to find ways to explore and experience new cultures in a sustainable way. If you’re someone who loves art and culture, there are plenty of ways to travel sustainably while still satisfying your thirst…
Not many people know just how much history and culture lies in the towns of The Netherlands (or Holland, if we were to take after the British). It would be an exaggeration to state that this post is going to showcase some of the unknown fascinating sights and secrets of…
So you’ve finally decided to take the leap into long-term travel. Now, it’s time to settle on a destination. Whether you are looking for a country with year-round warm weather or a city offering adventure at every turn, finding the right location for you is essential for a memorable trip.…
As we slowly move past pandemic times and into our ‘new normal’, the need for various gatherings, events, cafe meetups and jazz concerts starts building up. In this post, we decided to do a roundup of some of the cities in the world with the richest cultural nightlife. From strolling…
Europe is known for its beautiful cultural cafes and special freshly brewed coffee. Writing while traveling can become quite monotonous in a B&B and hence your ideas may not flow properly. A little change in the environment can do wonders, even while on the go. To magnify your writing skills,…
‘Holland’ will cease to exist in official documents. Starting 2020, the country will carry the official name of ‘The Netherlands’ (from ‘Neder-Landen’ translated as ‘low countries’). According to the BGNES news agency, the change will cost the Dutch 200,000 euros, payable from public funds. [adsenseyu2] The government hopes that by…
Dear independent traveler, since you decided to hit the road this year, we would like to contribute with some suggestions. Here are 14 special small European towns and villages to visit this year! Some of these travel destinations were part of our experiences on the road, other are taken from our…
