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Netherlands articles

Explore the Netherlands with us, from charming canals in Utrecht and Amsterdam to countryside escapes and biking capital of the world, Houten. These posts share our personal travel insights, tips, and cultural discoveries.

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Why We Started Forever Explorers + Days 1 & 2 of Our Netherlands/Scotland Trip

We started Forever Explorers last year to document our travels and share the experience with others, but the reason behind it goes much deeper. Travel is literally what connects us to the people we love most. We can’t be in the same room as our firstborn or my parents without boarding a plane. That’s exciting […]

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Finding Gezellig

My 3-week solo trip in a cozy culture The Meaning of “Gezellig” “Gezellig” – (heh-sell-ick) – a word at the heart of Dutch culture. There’s not an exact translation in English, but it loosely means “cozy”, “fun”, “pleasantly social.” It can describe a social and relaxed situation, or indicate belonging, time spent with loved ones,

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