Mountain Escape of small house with red flowers with mountains in the background.
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Home Exchange Reviews – Our review of House Swapping Platform

Over the years, we’ve explored various travel platforms such as Airbnb, Kindred, HomeSwap, and HomeExchange, seeking the best fit for our travel needs. Home Exchange reviews stand out as the best that we have tried so far! Living in both the Netherlands and Spain, we faced challenges with each platform—Airbnb was often bogged down by…

One day in Amsterdam Noord
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One day in Amsterdam Noord

If New York was once called New Amsterdam, then we can safely assume that Amsterdam Noord is the Brooklyn of The Netherlands. A 5-minute ferry (or metro) ride across the IJ River, Amsterdam Noord has become one of Amsterdam’s most loved hangout areas. With its vast spaces, green areas, and chill vibe, Amsterdam Noord attracts…

The Best Comedy Clubs Amsterdam
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The Best Comedy Clubs Amsterdam

Who doesn’t like a night of Comedy? It is an excellent post-dinner, pre-beers event that lightens our evening. It is one of my favorite ways to spend an evening. So, let’s break down the best comedy clubs Amsterdam spots. Fortunately, Amsterdam is a hot spot for many comedians on their European comedy tour. It is…

Amsterdam Canal Houses on the Amstel River with Blue sky and clouds reflected in the water
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One day in Amsterdam Oost

Probably the city’s most underrated neighborhood, Amsterdam Oost, is constantly expanding, with many new projects being completed along the IJ. The many new luxurious buildings overlooking the water give this part of town an elegant vibe, and the growing community of artists and creatives adds a touch of style to it. Oost feels like a…

Sunset over canal houses
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One Day In De Pijp Amsterdam

Everyone knows De Pijp! Less frequented by tourists and much more by locals, De Pijp is located in the south part of the city, right below the city center. Thanks to its central location (De Pijp can be reached in 15-minute bike ride from every part of the city), De Pijp is Amsterdam’s preferred neighborhood…

sunset over an amsterdam canal with tree
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Best Spots For Swimming Amsterdam

Summer is coming, and with that comes our hopes for warm temperatures and long sunny days. One of our favorite summer pastimes in Amsterdam is swimming. Amsterdam and its surroundings have many great spots for swimming, from urban canals to natural lakes, from the beach to designated outdoor pools. There are some things to keep…