One of my favorite things about traveling in the Netherlands is that it’s just so darned Dutch. People are both friendly and reserved, serious but with a wry sense of humor.
A lot of Dutch people speak English and take thoughtful pride in their Dutchness. And they have a right to be proud, considering that one-third of their country lies below sea level and yet is one of the world’s top countries in terms of influence and economic strength.
Take some time to get to know the Netherlands, from strolling the lively streets of Amsterdam and visiting some of the world’s best museums to exploring the stunning Dutch National Park to having your breath taken away at one of my favorite modern art museums in the world–the Kröller-Müller Museum in Otterlo near Arnhem.
These posts will help you experience the Netherlands through its art, culture, and uniquely Dutch way of seeing the world.
Planning a trip to England? Start with my comprehensive guide to artsy & independent travel in The Netherlands, covering literature, theater, historic cities, countryside destinations, and practical tips for exploring without a car.
Visiting The Netherlands: My Best Tips for Artsy & Independent Travelers
Posts About The Netherlands
Here are all my posts about the Netherlands.
The Hague’s Best Museums: Mauritshuis and Escher in the Palace
Exploring Amsterdam’s Anne Frank House and Begijnhof
Amsterdam Canal Cruise: Worth It? I First Took One in 1974
The Best Novels Set in Netherlands for Arts-loving Travelers
Small Museums in Amsterdam: Rembrandt House and the National Maritime Museum
Rijksmuseum, Amsterdam: My Favorites After 50 Years of Visiting
The Van Gogh Museum Amsterdam: A Personal Guide to Its Greatest Treasures
2 Days in Amsterdam: An Artsy Traveler’s Itinerary
Carol M. Cram writes novels inspired by the arts; runs Artsy Traveler, an arts-focused travel blog, and Art In Fiction, a curated database of 2,700+ novels inspired by the arts; and hosts The Art In Fiction Podcast. She has also authored 60+ textbooks on computer applications and taught at Capilano University for over two decades. Carol lives with her husband, artist Gregg Simpson, on beautiful Bowen Island near Vancouver, BC.
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