40 Best Places to Travel Alone in Europe: Solo Travel Guide

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Be inspired to plan your next solo trip with this list of the best places to visit in Europe as a solo traveller. Are you itching to take your first solo travel vacation but are unsure where to go? Given that there are so many options and considerations, choosing your ideal solo travel destination can be a […]

citizenM Rotterdam Hotel Review: Affordable Luxury?

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Are you looking for a luxury hotel in Rotterdam that won’t break the bank? citizenM, a Dutch “new breed of hotel,” claims to create “affordable luxury for the people.” But does citizenM live up to this claim?

A recent trip to the Netherlands gave me the chance to stay in the citizenM Rotterdam Hotel. Here’s my review of this stay.

One Day in Leiden: The Best Free Self-Guided Walking Tour

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The majority of visitors to the Netherlands flock to Amsterdam. But perhaps you are looking for an alternative Dutch city to visit or an easy day trip from Amsterdam? Leiden, located between Rotterdam and Amsterdam, is an often-overlooked small city which oozes charm. It’s a perfect day trip from either city. To help you make the most of your time there, here’s how to spend one day in Leiden, exploring its highlights on a self-guided walking tour.