Netherlands
Canals, charming streets, historic cities, and wide-open countryside make the Netherlands a joy to explore. From Amsterdam’s famous museums to cycling past windmills, there’s plenty to see — and plenty of ways to slow down and enjoy the journey.
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Cruises | Europe | Netherlands
Kinderdijk Windmills: A Guide to Visiting Kinderdijk
If your Rhine River cruise includes a stop at Kinderdijk, you’re in for one of the most iconic landscapes in the Netherlands. This UNESCO World Heritage Site is home to 19 historic windmills, built to help manage the water in a region where much of the land lies below sea level. We visited Kinderdijk on…
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3 Days in Amsterdam Before a Cruise: A First-Timer’s Itinerary
My husband and I spent three days in Amsterdam before our Rhine River cruise. This itinerary balances Amsterdam’s major sights with time to wander, take photos, and experience the city at a relaxed pace — with one active day trip outside the city. If you’re spending three days in Amsterdam before a cruise, you could…
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Amsterdam to Zaanse Schans by E-Bike: Our Day of Windmills, Wildlife, and Unexpected Adventures
We had been exploring Amsterdam before our cruise, following our 3 Days in Amsterdam itinerary that included the Van Gogh Museum and the Heineken Experience, but this day gave us a completely different perspective on the area. Can You Bike From Amsterdam to Zaanse Schans? Yes, you can bike from Amsterdam to Zaanse Schans —…
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Heineken Experience Review: Is the Tour and Rooftop Worth It?
What Is the Heineken Experience? The Heineken Experience is an interactive tour inside the original Heineken brewery in Amsterdam. Beer was brewed here for nearly 100 years before production moved to a larger facility in 1988. Today, the historic building has been transformed into a museum and interactive experience where you can learn about Heineken’s…
