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Standing Where History Was Made: Omaha Beach and the American Cemetery Normandy
I thought I knew about D-Day until I stood at the American Cemetery looking down at Omaha Beach. The distance those soldiers climbed under fire seemed impossible. Visiting Normandy on a Seine River cruise brings history to life in a way that books and documentaries never could.
Oct 32 min read
The Most Peaceful Place I've Ever Been: Kinderdijk, Netherlands
I've visited Kinderdijk twice, and it remains one of the most serene places I know. These 18th-century Dutch windmills still pump water today, their sails turning rhythmically in the breeze. Whether you bike, walk, or just listen, Kinderdijk touches your soul in unexpected ways.
Oct 32 min read
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The Most Peaceful Place I've Ever Been: Kinderdijk, Netherlands
I've visited Kinderdijk twice, and it remains one of the most serene places I know. These 18th-century Dutch windmills still pump water today, their sails turning rhythmically in the breeze. Whether you bike, walk, or just listen, Kinderdijk touches your soul in unexpected ways.
Oct 32 min read
A Guide to 3 Top Amsterdam Museums - Rijksmuseum, Van Gogh Museum, and Rembrandt House Museum
Amsterdam, a vibrant and culturally rich city, is home to some of the world's finest museums. This guide will delve into three of the top...
Jan 30, 20242 min read
My Top 6 Not-To-Be-Missed Amsterdam Experiences
What to Do in Amsterdam Before or After Your River Cruise If you have a Rhine River cruise on your horizon (you should!), I highly advise...
Jun 7, 20233 min read
Tulip Time in Belgium Means Fabulous Flowers!
Experience the breathtaking Floralia flower show near Brussels on a spring river cruise through The Netherlands and Belgium!
Feb 27, 20232 min read
Why Should You Visit Zaanse Schans? Windmills!
Who doesn't love windmills? If you're traveling on a Rhine River cruise that begins or ends in the Netherlands, a visit to Zaanse Schans...
Jan 16, 20231 min read
Revelry on the Rhine
Fall is such a festive time, with that back-to-school vibe, autumn leaves breaking out in vibrant displays of color and the hint of the...
Nov 7, 20223 min read
Romancing the River - The Best of Holland & Belgium
With its medieval castles, historic city centers, idyllic landscapes dotted with picturesque windmills and, of course, chocolate, Holland...
Jul 31, 20223 min read
A Visit to the Anne Frank House
Visiting the Anne Frank House is a sobering, yet necessary, experience when visiting Amsterdam. The museum famously tells the history of...
Jun 19, 20222 min read
Belgian Waffles or Dutch Pancakes
Taste the Difference: Belgian Waffles or Dutch Pancakes? Perfectly golden brown on top and light and fluffy inside, smothered in white...
Jan 17, 20222 min read
The Tale Behind Tulip Time
If you have a green thumb or are simply a garden lover, tulip time in the Netherlands is likely to be atop your travel bucket list....
Dec 28, 20213 min read
My Top 5 Things To Do In Amsterdam
Amsterdam has always been on my bucket list and I had the wonderful privilege to spend 3 nights in this wonderful city prior to my river...
Aug 26, 20212 min read
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