What is writer's block? Is it a real thing? And how can you overcome writer's block? All these questions about writer's block (and more!) are answered in this post based on over ten years of writing… and dealing with writer's block. Read more

After six months as a mother of two, here are my thoughts on what it's like having two kids. Comparing my second baby fears to the reality, I get honest about what's surprised me most. Read more

There are over 280 cities in the Netherlands, but which ones are really worth visiting? This list of the best Dutch cities helps you decide the cities in Holland you should go explore! Read more

Want to know how to visit Amsterdam on a budget? Looking for all the best Amsterdam cheap things to do? And the cheapest places to stay? This post is your ultimate guide to Amsterdam on a budget! Read more

Knowing the best time to visit Russia should be the first step in your Russia travel plans. Here you can find out the best time to travel to Russia and what's so special about visiting Russia in winter and in summer. Read more

Raising bilingual kids presents a number of benefits, opportunities and challenges for both children and parents, so here are some great tips for raising bilingual kids that will help all. Read more

Want to know where all the cherry blossom in Amsterdam can be found? Find out all the best places to see blossom in Amsterdam including cherry blossom and magnolia blossom. Read more

Wondering what to do in Barcelona in five days? This post has all the answers for things to do in Barcelona in 5 days including Gaudi, Parc Guell, food tours and beaches! Read more

A day trip from Amsterdam is a great thing to do if you feel you've been there and done that one too many times in the Dutch capital. So now take your pick from these best day trips from Amsterdam. Read more

We visited the Kersenbloesempark (Cherry Blossom Park) in Amsterdamse Bos, close to Amstelveen, early one cloudy Sunday morning. I thought by getting there before 9 o'clock we would miss the crowds but not so!.… read more