Amsterdam

October 26th, 2009
Amsterdam
Amsterdam’s annual PAN fair is a veritable who’s-who in the art world here, displaying the country’s finest art, antiques, silver and estate jewelery. I must admit, the sparkling and shiny items always commandeer the majority of my attention.
Attracting more than 35,000 visitors, PAN Amsterdam appeals to everyone from young to old, museum curators [...]

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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 [...]

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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 [...]

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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 [...]

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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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