Is Amsterdam expensive? Answering this question is tricky as it's very subjective, but after living here for five years I try to break it down and explain how expensive Amsterdam is to visit or live in. Read more

There are many articles offering NaNoWriMo tips out there on the world wide web, and some are definitely better than others. This summary of NaNoWriMo tips and advice are the only ones you really need from preparation tips to survival guides! Read more

Only got one day to spend in Amsterdam? Don't worry! That's still enough time to really enjoy the city. Here are my best ways to spend one day in Amsterdam for all kinds of people. Read more

Coming up with good babymoon ideas can take a lot of time and consideration, so save yourself the effort with this list of the best babymoon destinations in the world - tried and tested by me and other traveller friends! Read more

Winter in Amsterdam is a beautiful, festive (but yes, cold) time of the year with fewer visitors and plenty to do! Here are my favourite things to do in Amsterdam in winter, including month-by-month tips for Amsterdam in December, January and February. Read more

We don't have a dog in Amsterdam but I know that it's a very dog-friendly city. Today guest writer Kay shares her things to do with a dog or dogs in Amsterdam and reasons why it's a great city for dogs. Read more

For me, having a second baby doesn't seem quite as scary as having a first child, but it's still pretty flipping scary! Here's what I'm worried about, and also what I'm surprisingly chill about, as I prepare for my second baby's birth. Read more

Character development is a very important part of preparing to write a novel or work of fiction. Building strong characters will help you when you write your first draft and will also make a big impact on your readers. Read more

Looking for a list of character development questions? Here you go! This character development questionnaire is designed to help you know your character's background, story, family, physical appearance, personal and political beliefs and more. Read more

Taking a road trip with a toddler (or toddlers!) can be a daunting prospect. What toys will keep them entertained on a long drive? Which snacks and drinks won't spill? How much screentime is too much? Here are the answers to all your questions with these tips for road trips with a toddler. Read more