Growing up and thinking of the Netherlands, I thought of two things: wood clogs and tulips. Keukenhof has both, but...
I don’t think there could be a particularly bad time of year to visit Amsterdam and the Netherlands, however I can’t imagine...
Welcome to the getAwayZ! We are two friends, Erin and Lisa, a dog, Rex, and a teenage boy, Dylan – who moved from the USA to Europe 7 years ago in search of new experiences and opportunities. Our focus is on affordable European adventures, with a splurge or two thrown...
Discover Our 10 Favorite Places to Visit in Europe This Fall As summer fades and the crisp air of autumn...
Amsterdam in Autumn: Cool, Crisp, and Full of Charm Autumn in Amsterdam isn’t your typical postcard-perfect experience. It’s cooler, quieter,...
Christmas Market in Valkenburg: Caves, Lights, and Holiday Magic 2024 If you think Christmas markets are all the same, Valkenburg is here to prove you wrong. This small Dutch town takes things underground—literally. Valkenburg’s Christmas Market is set inside its famous caves, making it one of the most unique holiday...
Discover the Magic of Christmas Markets Across Europe When we moved to Europe in 2017, we had no idea just...