Tips from a Local

The stuff my friends always ask me before they visit. Guides, neighborhood breakdowns, packing lists, and the honest advice no travel site gives you.

The Ultimate Amsterdam Guide for First-Timers
February 15, 2026

The Ultimate Amsterdam Guide for First-Timers

Everything my friends ask me before their first trip to Amsterdam. Transport, neighborhoods, what to skip, and what to actually do.

Where My Friends Stay: 7 Hotels That Aren't Tourist Traps
SleepFebruary 10, 2026

Where My Friends Stay: 7 Hotels That Aren't Tourist Traps

The hotels I recommend when friends visit Amsterdam. Tested by people I trust, not sponsored content.

The Neighborhood Guide: Amsterdam Like a Local
February 5, 2026

The Neighborhood Guide: Amsterdam Like a Local

Jordaan, De Pijp, Noord, Oud-West — which neighborhood is right for you? A local breaks it down.

Amsterdam on a Budget: How My Broke Friends Do It
January 28, 2026

Amsterdam on a Budget: How My Broke Friends Do It

How to visit Amsterdam without going broke. A local shares budget tips for accommodation, food, transport, and free things to do.

The Best Bars in Amsterdam (According to My Friends)
Going OutJanuary 20, 2026

The Best Bars in Amsterdam (According to My Friends)

The bars, brown cafes, and cocktail spots where locals actually drink in Amsterdam. No tourist traps, just real recommendations.

Where to Eat in Amsterdam: A Local's Restaurant Guide
Eat & DrinkJanuary 15, 2026

Where to Eat in Amsterdam: A Local's Restaurant Guide

A local's honest guide to eating in Amsterdam. Brunch, casual dinner, fine dining, and cheap eats — all tested personally.

Amsterdam in 3 Days: The Itinerary I Send My Friends
January 10, 2026

Amsterdam in 3 Days: The Itinerary I Send My Friends

A local's 3-day Amsterdam itinerary. Day-by-day plans covering the Jordaan, De Pijp, Noord, museums, food, and nightlife.

The TheFork Hack: How My Broke Friends Eat Out in Amsterdam
Eat & DrinkFebruary 18, 2026

The TheFork Hack: How My Broke Friends Eat Out in Amsterdam

How locals save 20-50% at Amsterdam restaurants using TheFork app. New user code for 20 euros off your first meal.

DIY Pub Crawl: Amsterdam Oost (Where Locals Actually Drink)
Going OutFebruary 17, 2026

DIY Pub Crawl: Amsterdam Oost (Where Locals Actually Drink)

Self-guided pub crawl through Amsterdam Oost. Four local bars, no tourists, walkable route through the neighborhood where locals actually drink.

Amsterdam Festival Guide: The Ones My Friends Actually Go To
Going OutFebruary 16, 2026

Amsterdam Festival Guide: The Ones My Friends Actually Go To

The Amsterdam festivals locals actually go to. Electronic, food, culture — from Dekmantel to Rollende Keukens, curated by someone who lives here.

The 3 Biggest Parties in Amsterdam: King's Day, Pride & ADE
Going OutFebruary 15, 2026

The 3 Biggest Parties in Amsterdam: King's Day, Pride & ADE

King's Day, WorldPride 2026, and ADE — the three events that transform Amsterdam into one giant party. A local's guide to dates, tips, and survival.