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Your perfect Rotterdam itinerary with the best things to do in Rotterdam

June 26, 2018 by Karen Turner 4 Comments

Considering taking a day trip to Rotterdam? I’ve created a one day guide to Rotterdam, covering Rotterdam’s best things to do in Rotterdam with a free self-guided walking itinerary covering this modern Dutch city.  (If you’re less keen on covering this Rotterdam itinerary on foot, there’s a good metro system in Rotterdam.

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Filed Under: Budget Travel, Day Trips from Amsterdam, Europe, Holland, Local Guides, The Netherlands, Travel Tagged With: holland, Rotterdam

Houseguest etiquette 101: How not to be a bad houseguest

May 18, 2018 by Karen Turner 23 Comments

As someone who has lived in Amsterdam, I’ve had my fair share of family and friends visiting.  Needless to say, I’ve had some bad houseguests, including one who showed up at my door with no notice only to keep me awake all night on a work night with being noisy.  I’m not the only one who has had rude houseguests, so I’ve asked my fellow travel bloggers for their houseguest etiquette 101 with some tips on how not to be a bad houseguest with some generally good houseguest etiquette. …

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Filed Under: Budget Travel, General Travel Tips, Travel

Insider’s Guide to Singapore On a Budget: Your complete guide to cheap Singapore

August 19, 2017 by Karen Turner 10 Comments

This is an insider’s guide to Singapore by locals.  Fun fact: I lived in Singapore for a hot summer on a broke student’s budget. However, I have written this up to date guide with tips for Singapore together with Brooke and Alaine.

Singapore is not considered to be a budget destination, however it is possible to visit Singapore on a budget.  With insider tips for Singapore, you’ll find things to do in singapore on a budget, cheap food in Singapore, and where to stay in Singapore on a budget.

The city-nation of Singapore is truly a traveler’s paradise: Everyone speaks flawless English, public transit is fantastic, the streets are clean of gum, there’s even Michelin starred food stalls, and there’s sunny weather year-round.  Keep reading for more!

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Filed Under: Asia, Budget Travel, Food and Drink Adventures, Local Guides, Singapore, Travel Tagged With: Asia, Budget Travel, City Guide, singapore, Travel, travel tips

Your insider guide to Astoria, Queens with the best things to do in Astoria NY

July 5, 2018 by Karen Turner Leave a Comment

As a New Yorker, I believe that it’s my duty to inform you about Astoria, a neighborhood in New York City. This charming neighborhood encapsulates so much what is New York: a strong immigrant identity, great food, culture, fantastic museums and gentrification…  Keep reading about the best things to do in Astoria NY and why you need to visit this unique Queens neighborhood, which is one of the best neighborhoods in Queens to visit!…

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Filed Under: Budget Travel, Food and Drink Adventures, Local Guides, New York City, New York State, North America, Travel, United States Tagged With: New York

Hiking in Morocco: Why you need to head to Imlil, Morocco for epic hiking

June 17, 2018 by Karen Turner 1 Comment

Imlil is not a place you find on a standard Morocco itinerary, however if you’re interested in going hiking in Morocco, you should visit Imlil. This village in the mountains is surrounded by Toubkal National Park is only a day trip from Marrakesh. 

If you’re looking for something different after experiencing the desert, kasbahs, medinas, and maybe even a Moroccan spa, come hiking in Imlil to enjoy the fresh mountain air, laid back atmosphere, incredible views, and cute guesthouses.  Today, Sabrina, a Dutch traveler, will be sharing her experience hiking in Morocco’s most beautiful national park.

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Filed Under: Adventure Travel, Africa, Budget Travel, Morrocco, Travel Tagged With: morroco

Solo Female Travel in Serbia: Is Serbia safe for women?

June 25, 2018 by Karen Turner 2 Comments

I haven’t taken a solo trip in years, so when I found a cheap flight to Belgrade from Eindhoven, I decided to go for it.  It was February, not summer, but I heard and read how dynamic Belgrade is, I had to visit Belgrade. I have previously traveled in the Balkans, but this was my experience traveling in Serbia as a solo female traveler.  I was a bit worried on whether Serbia would be safe as a solo female traveler, but luckily a friend of mine assuaged my doubts.

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Filed Under: Belgrade, Budget Travel, Europe, Serbia, Uncategorized Tagged With: balkans, serbia

20 Tips for Eurorailing Around Europe for first time backpackers

April 29, 2017 by Karen Turner 34 Comments

As an American who did my first Eurotrip after graduating college AND now a European resident, I’ve learned a lot lessons about train travel in Europe.

These are tips for traveling around Europe by train for first-timers considering buying the Eurail pass, which is available to non-European citizens.

Non-European citizens living in Europe can also buy the Eurail pass, but you cannot use it in your country of residence.  (Interrail is only for EU Citizens, so interrailing does differ in some ways.  However many of these tips for European train travel might still be useful!)

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Filed Under: Belgium, Budget Travel, Europe, France, Germany, Italy, Spain, The Netherlands, Uncategorized Tagged With: eurail, europe, Travel, travel tips

Prevent & Kill Bed Bugs & Sand Fleas While Traveling

January 18, 2017 by Karen Turner 8 Comments

Not everything about traveling is nice, in particular, bug bites.  Bed bugs or sand fleas can really ruin a trip (trust me).  Read my advice & Susanna’s tips on how to prevent and kill bed bugs / sandfleas while on vacation. Curing the itch can be harder with a language barrier, but you’ll be glad to come home bug-free.

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Filed Under: Budget Travel, General Travel Tips, Health while Traveling, Travel Tagged With: Travel, travel tips

Amsterdam on a budget: Insider tips for the Netherlands on a budget

February 20, 2018 by Karen Turner 1 Comment

I’ve been living in the Netherlands now for almost three years with two years living in Amsterdam. As the Dutch capital, Amsterdam isn’t a cheap city to visit.  Keep reading insider tips for visiting Amsterdam on a budget and surviving Amsterdam on a budget by an Amsterdam tourist turned local. …

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Filed Under: Amsterdam, Budget Travel, Europe, Holland, Local Guides, The Netherlands, Travel Tagged With: Amsterdam, Budget Travel, europe, Netherlands, Travel, travel tips

Where to find authentic and cheap food in Amsterdam by a local

June 1, 2020 by Karen Turner 19 Comments

Finding the best places to eat in Amsterdam where you’re on a tight budget can be tricky as eating in Amsterdam seems expensive.  As a resident of 2+ years of Amsterdam, I wrote this guide to where to eat in Amsterdam on a budget for anyone looking for cheap restaurants in Amsterdam who want to also eat at non-chains that provide some healthy options! It’s possible to stay on a budget while eating in Amsterdam, so keep reading for the best cheap eats in Amsterdam.

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Filed Under: Amsterdam, Budget Travel, Europe, Food and Drink Adventures, Holland, Local Guides, The Netherlands, Uncategorized Tagged With: Amsterdam, Budget Travel, food, Netherlands, Travel, travel tips

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Karen. American expat and cat lover from New York City who lived in Amsterdam…. Then, Paris. Now, living in The Hague, the Netherlands. Happily married to Jacob.

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