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Off the Beaten Track in Amsterdam

When people think of Amsterdam, they usually think of three things: coffeeshops, red lights, and canals. And, for most travelers, that is all they will ever see. Young travelers tend to frequent the coffeeshops or wander the red light district while older travelers take bike tours, canal trips, and frequent the museums. Then, [...]


Lost in the Louvre

I knew the Louvre was going to be huge. I knew the 7 hours I planned to spend there wasn’t going to be nearly enough. But I never thought I’d walk away after seeing something for 7 hours and feeling like I saw nothing. The Louvre is the biggest museum in the world with over thousands [...]


Budget New York City

New York City can take a big bit out of your budget. It’s notorious for being an expensive place to visit, even if you try to stay in hostels and “do local things.” Most tourists who come here end up spending hundreds per day on hotel, food, and attractions. However, a city this big is [...]