Antwerp, Belgium – Day 5
This day found us in Antwerp. We started our morning with some fantastic coffee at the Oasis. We chose Oasis because our friends in Brussels shared that this company was intentionally created as an extension of Breaking Chains, a nonprofit anti human trafficking ministry with the purpose of reaching out to those trapped in prostitution. And their coffee is outstanding, being direct trade and locally sourced as well. If you find yourself in Antwerp, please be sure to stop in. Although we arrived via river cruise ship, we made our way to… Read More
Maastricht Underground – Day 4 Continued
Unveiling Maastricht Underground. This afternoon, prepare to journey into the depths of Maastricht’s best kept secret, the mysterious Maastricht Underground. Hidden beneath the surface lies a world of intrigue and wonder, waiting patiently to be discovered. We toured the fascinating underground caves of Maastricht, a labyrinth of over 20,000 passageways first excavated by the Romans. We almost chose not to do this tour because we weren’t sure what to expect, and were afraid it might be a boring old tour. I can’t tell you how glad I am that we opted in…. Read More
River Cruise – Maastricht – Day 4
Today, we visited the captivating city of Maastricht, Netherlands. What a pretty place to dock! And being singly docked meant both sides of our ship had some fantastic views. Situated in the south, Maastricht is the oldest city in the Netherlands, founded by the Roman Empire. It is also known as the birthplace of the EURO. We really enjoyed exploring this vibrant, charming, picturesque city. At first Maastricht seems like your typical European town, set alongside the river with its historical buildings, town centers, cafes, restaurants, and shops. The cafes, sweet pastries,… Read More
Exploring Nijmegan – Day 3
We were introduced to the town of Nijmegan today, a picturesque city nestled on the banks of the Waal River in the Netherlands. I had literally never heard of this town before seeing it on our river cruise itinerary, so I was very excited to visit. We ended up skipping all offered tours, and instead spent the day exploring the city by foot on our own, which ended up being a great plan. We loved all of the narrow paths, steep stairs, and cobblestoned walkways. Nijmegan is a attractive town, filled with… Read More
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