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Short tour of my corners of Substack; for new followers and subscribers, and a refresher for the loyal ones.
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Weird Dutch Food Habits
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Beyond the Crowds - Rethinking Travel
Feb 10, 2025
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Gezellig! Or: How to Behave Dutch
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Trains and Markets in East Turkestan
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Weird Dutch Food Habits
The Netherlands is not exactly known for its culinary highlights. Here are the quirks that explain why.
Apr 30
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Trains and Markets in East Turkestan
Travelling along the Silk Road in China’s far west. From Turpan’s dry heat and Kuqa’s unforgettable noodles to the trading crossroads of Kashgar.
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Travelling in Times of Geopolitical Chaos
How to travel the world in 2026? Belgium is always an answer, but you can also board a booze boat or watch a lot of films.
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My Very Random Year-End List
A random 2025 list of trains, bikes, food, travel gems and stories.
Dec 31, 2025
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Trains & Delays: The 12 Provinces of the Netherlands
The Netherlands has an excellent rail network - and a tradition of complaining about it. This guide explores 12 provinces (and a few islands) to show…
Dec 4, 2025
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A Red Sea apart: Egypt and Saudi Arabia
A few thoughts on Egypt and Saudi Arabia; on being a tourist, a traveller, and somewhere in between. And a first glimpse of what it’s like to travel in…
Nov 13, 2025
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(Food) Markets are a perfect ingredient for Slow Travel in France
Even in Paris and Lille - or maybe especially there! Discover how to find fresh produce markets, covered markets and flea markets.
Sep 27, 2025
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Gezellig! Or: How to Behave Dutch
Forget the tulips. Being Dutch is about cheese, cycling in the rain, complaining and more. Here is a list (plus tips on where to meet the real Dutch).
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