Wintertime just isn’t complete without ice skating in NYC. The city boasts an array of gorgeous ice rinks, both indoor and outdoor, where you can enjoy this wintertime activity. Many of the rinks are located in areas with incredible city…
New Amsterdam: Dutch Influences on New York City
Did you know New York City was originally called New Amsterdam? The Dutch were the first Europeans to settle in New York when they traded (or tricked) the Lenape tribe into ownership of the Manna-hata island. The Dutch named it…
Initial Thoughts on Repatriation
We’ve officially been living back stateside for a week. In some ways, it feels much longer, but it’s really been no time at all. I’ve spent longer periods in the US when visiting family while we were living in Amsterdam….
Friday Favorites: Round 4, Week 18
Happy Friday from NYC, my friends! God, it feels so good to be back in the city. I was last here in January 2020 and have missed it greatly. Jon and I lived in NYC before moving to Amsterdam, and…
Travel Guide to NYC
New York City has always had my heart. Ever since I saw the Devil Wears Prada as a teenager, I knew I had to make my way to the city at some point. Jon and I lived there for a…
