Category Archives: Netherlands

To be honest, I did not know a place called, the Peace Palace existed.  Even if I heard of it in the past, I guess it did not fully register in my head.  So, for me, it was a learning … Continue reading →

A pleasant and informative visit to the Royal Delft Museum in Delft, NL, approximately 10mins drive from The Hague, NL. Royal Delft is the only remaining earthenware factory that produces the world famous Delftware since the 17th century. The tour take you on … Continue reading →

I thought I had a perfect plan to visit friends in Birmingham, UK for the weekend. Got my cheap Ryanair ticket-CHECK! (Or perhaps, this was already the doom of my weekend) Got my National Express Coach Bus ticket from London … Continue reading →

Got into a bit of an awkward situation! Well, it happens when you’re traveling and don’t speak the language. We were waiting for a tour at the Museum de Gevangenport. We missed the first tour because we misunderstood the meeting … Continue reading →

Oooo…I remember my grade 10 Calculus teacher, Mrs. Sidorevski talking excitedly about Escher.  She was the first one who told me about M. C. Escher, the graphic artist who was famous for his mathematical incorporation in his art.  I think we even attempted to create our own version of … Continue reading →

Well, as normal as it can get while traveling for work.  Usually, we stay at one place approx. 3 weeks and stay at a hotel.  This time, we are here for 3 months and staying at an apartment.  So, what … Continue reading →

Yes!  I am.. Visited the famous caves beneath Sint Pietersberg Hill in Maastricht, NL.  Their brochure advertised “Are You Afraid of the Dark?” I didn’t think much of it until I went inside.  It is really really dark in there!!  I stayed close to the tour … Continue reading →

I could never pronounce the word ‘Scheveningen’ properly but really enjoyed the visit to the popular beach area in the Netherlands.  It’s 10mins west of Hague and often crowded by people on a nice sunny day.  There are sculptures of characters from … Continue reading →

Went to the gas station to pump gas in our car. It doesn’t work. Huh!? Someone comes over and tries to help..still doesn’t work. Looked up what “Let Op Diesel” means..just means “Watch Diesel”. So, we go into the gas … Continue reading →