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Underestimating Spain

From train windows to market halls: discovering the Spain beyond the costas.

Jun 21 • Marloes Wardenier

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May 2026

Where You've Landed

Short tour of my corners of Substack; for new followers and subscribers, and a refresher for the loyal ones.

May 26 • Marloes Wardenier

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April 2026

Weird Dutch Food Habits

The Netherlands is not exactly known for its culinary highlights. Here are the quirks that explain why.

Apr 30 • Marloes Wardenier

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February 2026

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.

Feb 21 • Marloes Wardenier

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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.

Feb 6 • Marloes Wardenier

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December 2025

My Very Random Year-End List

A random 2025 list of trains, bikes, food, travel gems and stories.

Dec 31, 2025 • Marloes Wardenier

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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 • Marloes Wardenier

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November 2025

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 • Marloes Wardenier

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September 2025

(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 • Marloes Wardenier

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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).

Sep 9, 2025 • Marloes Wardenier

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August 2025

What are the Best Souvenirs?

Are the best souvenirs those with a great story, the rare finds, gifts from people you meet, the kitschy ones - or even the ones you didn’t buy?

Aug 14, 2025 • Marloes Wardenier

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July 2025

The Dutch and Their Bicycles

Discover the Netherlands like a local. Cycle through national parks, along river shores, climb the Dutch mountains, cross borders and see the heather in…

Jul 16, 2025 • Marloes Wardenier

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