October 31, 2009
Amsterdam
October 28th, 2009
Upon my move to Amsterdam, I reached out to the Dutch Tourism Board in an effort to introduce myself (get plugged into upcoming events) as a new journalist. Just my luck, they were extremely responsive (far nicer than the PR department at KLM) and right away I was invited to the preview party [...]
October 30, 2009
Amsterdam
October 28th, 2009
Okay, so its not exactly ‘off-the-beaten-path’ or an obscure find in the middle of the city, however, I still prefer to consider the Dylan Hotel in Amsterdam a Hideaway based on its size, setting and distinct style. With just 41 rooms, all totally different, and a tucked back location complete with intimate inner [...]
Continue reading about The Dylan: the two-time ‘Netherlands Leading Hotel’ by WTA
Amsterdam
October 27th, 2009
As with every city I visit (and now reside in), I’m always curious about the hotels and moreover, which one will provide the best overall recommendation for friends and family. Of course, all travelers are different and recommendations are best when tailored. For instance, I would never think of suggesting a hotel without [...]
Continue reading about Hotel Hunting in Amsterdam’s most charming neighborhood: the 9 Streets
October 21, 2009
Amsterdam
October 18th, 2009
My mom and her friend came to visit this past week and as a result, I was treated to a restaurant tour of my new, adopted city. Our first night was spent at Christophe, one of Amsterdam’s top spots and well lauded with one Michelin star. The cuisine is French and the decor [...]
October 14, 2009
The Canal Ring, Amsterdam
October 15th, 2009
As always, apartment hunting is a challenge and one that can ride the patience of even the most serene (read: dull) people but, I have actually found that when it is one’s only source of social interaction, it can be quite fun and even rewarding.
With my new bike I began [...]
October 14, 2009
Amsterdam
October 14th, 2009
It’s been officially one week and a day since I ‘moved’ to Amsterdam. The ‘moved’ is in quotations because I was completely absent during any sort of physical element involved in said move. All the packing, bubble-wrapping, box-taping and multiple trips to Connecticut for storage were blissfully done without me (Thanks Fris!). It [...]
April 25, 2009
CANAL CROSSING, AMSTERDAM
APRIL 2009
The Queen’s birthday is celebrated with significant national pride in The Netherlands.Here are some pics of the scenery celebrating the Oranje fever! As you can tell, we were absolutely spoiled with the weather.
Having married into the Dutch culture, I am constantly amazed by all the exotic, enchanting and yes, sometimes odd, things [...]
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