Tips from a Local
The stuff my friends always ask me before they visit. Guides, neighborhood breakdowns, packing lists, and the honest advice no travel site gives you.
First Time in Amsterdam: The Local's Complete Guide
Amsterdam insider guide: neighborhoods, where to eat, things to do. Written by someone who lives here.
First Time in Amsterdam — What Nobody Tells You
Everything nobody tells you about visiting Amsterdam: transport, tipping, what to skip, and how to not be that tourist. From someone who lives here.
Amsterdam 3-Day Itinerary — What a Local Would Actually Do
A real 3-day Amsterdam itinerary from a local: Jordaan, De Pijp, Noord, canals at night, and what to actually do with your time.
Amsterdam on a Budget — How to Not Go Broke
How to do Amsterdam without going broke: free things worth doing, cheap eats, budget stays, and where tourists waste money. From a local.
Amsterdam Packing List — What to Actually Bring
What to pack for Amsterdam from someone who lives here: rain gear, shoes, layers, and what to leave home. Season by season.
Amsterdam Transport Guide — How to Get Around Without Looking Lost
How to get around Amsterdam: Schiphol train, trams, bikes, free ferries, and why you don't need a car. Practical tips from a local.
King's Day Amsterdam — The Insider Survival Guide
King's Day survival guide from a local: where to go, what to wear, what to skip, and the practical stuff nobody mentions. April 27.
Best Amsterdam Neighborhoods — Where to Actually Stay and Explore
Honest guide to Amsterdam neighborhoods: Jordaan, De Pijp, Oud-West, Noord, and Centrum — real pros, cons, and who each one is for.
Amsterdam in Winter — Why the Cold Season Is Underrated
Amsterdam in winter: Amsterdam Light Festival, ice skating, brown cafes, empty museums, and why the cold season might be the best time to visit.
Where My Friends Actually Eat in Amsterdam (Not Tourist Traps)
Amsterdam restaurant guide: where to actually eat (not tourist traps).
Amsterdam Neighborhoods Explained: Where Your Friends Actually Live
Honest neighborhood guide: Jordaan, De Pijp, Oud-West, Noord.