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Den Haag Weekend: Sun, Sweets & Culture at the Embassy Festival
What a weekend in Den Haag! We started with breakfast at Grote Markt, featuring the Dutch pastry tebirkes, followed by a beach day in the sun. The next day, we found ourselves at the Embassy Festival, sampling a delicious pastel de nata from Portugal, and ended with an amazing meal at a new Mexican restaurant that's now a favorite!
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Surprise Getaway to Brussels for the Stunning Flower Carpet! 🌷
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We're back in Brussels for a last-minute trip to see the Flower Carpet! 🌸 This breathtaking display only happens once every two years, and we couldn’t miss it! Along the way, we revisited our favorite spots in Ixelles, grabbed lunch at Holy Bagels, enjoyed Kooki cookies, and indulged in Belgian waffles after seeing the Flower Carpet. Even though Assumption Day was the day before and some places...
Den Haag Diaries: Food Truck Miss, Epic Indian Eats & Sweet Surprises
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Follow us on our latest adventure through Den Haag! In part 1 of our adventure, we try some mouthwatering Indian food, hunt for a food truck festival (with no luck), but find incredible spots instead. We explore new areas, stumble upon the U.S. embassy, and taste the famous pastries at Bartine patisserie. Plus, we take in the stunning architecture around Den Haag. Don’t miss this delicious jour...
A Day At The Beach!
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Join us for "A Day at The Beach!" 🏖️ We kick things off with a tasty brunch before taking a beautiful walk to the beach. Tarlo had the time of his life running around-it was his second time at the beach, and boy, was it different from his first! After the beach, we attempted to grab dinner, but the kitchen was closed, so we treated ourselves to dessert instead. Back home, Tarlo gets a well-dese...
Exploring Amsterdam: A Quick Day Trip & Foodie Favorites
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Come along with us on a quick day trip to Amsterdam! We start in Den Haag, arrive in the heart of Amsterdam, and explore the city’s vibrant atmosphere. We make a stop at a special spot and grab some goodies from popular food places to bring back home. It’s a fun, food-filled adventure! Floating Garden - Music by: www.bensound.com License code: U3GX3YHVZTU6EMSK
Journey Through Haagse Bos & Huis ten Bosch
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Join us on an enchanting journey through Haagse Bos, one of the oldest forests in the Netherlands, as we uncover the beauty of the majestic Huis ten Bosch Palace. Discover the vibrant heart of the city center and get a sneak peek at Ruchi's holistic therapy. Plus, enjoy a couple of delicious meals along the way. Don't miss this perfect blend of nature, royalty, and wellness! Clearly we love eat...
From Palace Gardens to T.K. Maxx: Our Day Out!
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Take a leisurely stroll through the magnificent Palace Noordeinde gardens, enjoy a scrumptious meal at SLA, and top it off with a quick stop at T.K. Maxx. Our day out is filled with nature's splendor, delicious eats, and a bit of shopping! Music: Bensound.com/free-music-for-videos License code: DV6NKPNVVGJCYOO0
Week Highlights: Rest, Errands, Food & a Date
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Join us as we recap a week filled with ups and downs. From feeling unwell and taking time to rest, to running errands and enjoying delicious meals, it was a mix of everything. Plus, an unexpected day date added a sweet twist to the week! Music by: www.bensound.com License code: U3GX3YHVZTU6EMSK Music: Bensound.com/free-music-for-videos License code: DV6NKPNVVGJCYOO0
Discovering The Hague: Grote Kerk, Gorgeous Architecture & Our European Quam
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Welcome back to The Hague! This weekend, we delve into the breathtaking Grote Kerk, experience the beauty of the city's architecture, visit the most charming family-owned cookie shop, and share our biggest quam with Europe. Let’s explore together!
Our Big Move to Den Haag 🇳🇱 | First Impressions & New Beginnings!
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We're thrilled to share our move to Den Haag with you! 🇳🇱 From settling into our new place to celebrating the 4th of July and exploring the city's fantastic food scene, it's been an unforgettable experience. Join us as we dive into our new life and discover all that Den Haag has to offer. Like and subscribe for more! Restaurants we ate at: Beesechurgers (vegan) Kaafi Anne & Max Arte Bianca Make...
48 Hours in Paris: Montmartre, Cafes, and Art
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Come along on my 48-hour Parisian adventure! Reconnecting with a friend, we skipped the major attractions and dove into the heart of Parisian culture. From the cozy cafes and exquisite restaurants to the enchanting streets of Montmartre and the inspiring art galleries, our trip was filled with unforgettable moments. See a side of Paris you won't find in the guidebooks! Organic beauty store- Ama...
Brunches, Parks, and a Hidden Abby: Exploring More of Brussels
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Join us on an exciting adventure through Brussels! From savoring brunch at cozy spots to exploring lush parks and stumbling upon a hidden abbey, this city never ceases to amaze. Follow Shae on Instagram at @wholisticallyshae for daily insights into our life. Music: Bensound.com/free-music-for-videos License code: BAS9QTZUTPUQVZDD
Historic Amsterdam: A Weekend of Sightseeing and Food Tasting
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Join us on a delightful journey through Amsterdam as we explore the rich history, vibrant culture, and mouth-watering cuisine of this iconic city! 🌷 In this video, we spend an unforgettable weekend wandering through picturesque canals, visiting historic landmarks, and indulging in delicious Dutch treats. Don't forget to like, comment, and subscribe for more travel videos! Remember to follow Sha...
Brussels Q&A
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Join us as we answer some of your questions about living in Europe and how the experience has been so far. Of course, Tarlo joins our chat too. We apologize for no video last week but we did update everyone under the community tab that we were going out to town. Please make sure to check there for any updates.
Doggone Fun in Brussels: Grand Place to Yummy Eats!
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Follow our journey through Brussels as we explore the city's top attractions with our dog. We visit the iconic Grand Place, stroll through the Royal Gallery of Saint Hubert, take in the sights of the Grand Palace and the tranquil Royal Palace Park, and admire the Cathedral of St. Michael. Plus, we enjoy meals at some of Brussels' finest local eateries. Join us for an amazing day out! Follow Sha...
Une promenade à travers Ixelles (A Walk Through Ixelles)
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Une promenade à travers Ixelles (A Walk Through Ixelles)
Brunchin' and Munchin'
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Brunchin' and Munchin'
Looks Can Be Deceiving...
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Looks Can Be Deceiving...
Our Weekend Took a Detour
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Our Weekend Took a Detour
We're moving to Europe!
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We're moving to Europe!

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  • @YoutubeExpert-s2s
    @YoutubeExpert-s2s 8 днів тому

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  • @HansJongstra
    @HansJongstra 19 днів тому

    I see you had a lovely day and not only at the festival, but also on the beach. I would like to make a suggestion for a very nice sculpture museum, it is in Scheveningen to, and is situated in the dunes with changing exhibitions through out the year. It is called Beelden aan Zee. (Statues at the Sea) Just Google it, they have their site in English as well. Furthermore the promenade at Scheveningen is nice to view as well, there are so many sea side restaurants on the beach, a bungy rope tower, the pier, anyway you have to see it for yourself. You could start your walk at the Kurhaus, walking along the the beach in a north direction towards the museum Beelden aan Zee. Thanks for your time, and you, thank you for your nice video.

  • @katiemann8006
    @katiemann8006 19 днів тому

    Wow!! What a fun weekend adventure. The embassy festival looked like so much fun. I love going to festivals like that. I’m glad Tarlo had so much fun as well. 😉😘💕🩷

    • @RiversRoamEurope
      @RiversRoamEurope 14 днів тому

      It was such a great weekend! I wish we could have seen the Redbull bike event but the festival surely made up for it.

  • @katiemann8006
    @katiemann8006 25 днів тому

    The carpet is absolutely stunning and so glad you guys got to see it! I see why you love Brussels so very much! It definitely would be a city I’d love to visit some day! The food always looks so amazing! 😉 what a fun getaway! 🩷

    • @RiversRoamEurope
      @RiversRoamEurope 23 дні тому

      Thank you love! You would have loved it! I got so much content from that trip that the video could have easily been 30 mins, much too long but we had such great time. Thank you watching!!

  • @Eric_Maastricht
    @Eric_Maastricht 27 днів тому

    Nice to see one of the fanciest parts of The Hague! FYI: the 'park' you show in the first part of the video isn't a park, despite the many trees. It is just a very wide street, in the form of a try-square (according to the dictionary, the dutch word is 'winkelhaak'). It is called Lange Voorhout; locally the emphasis is on the last syllable ('...hout'). You can recognize a visitor when the emphasis is laid in the syllable before it ('...voor...'), in line with standard Dutch. It is part of the king's procession on the third Tuesday of September, when on his way to the formal read of the government's programme for the next year. Set your video to record it from approx. 12:00 to around 15:00 if you want to see some Dutch pomp, or join the crowd weather permitting of course. The USA embassy building there is its former embassy. The embassy is now in a different location just adjacent to the The Hague municipality, mainly because it could be better secured. So if you need to visit the USA embassy in NL, look up its current location first... Lots of stories to tell about the Lange Voorhout, it's immediate surroundings and buildings. In old city maps you can see this street already in the 16th century, if memory serves me well !

    • @RiversRoamEurope
      @RiversRoamEurope 27 днів тому

      Thanks for all this info Eric! So helpful. I dont think I've heard of a try-square before. The procession is coming up, I'll have to let Chris know about it. Hopefully the weather will be nice. I had no idea the embassy was elsewhere! I was wondering why there weren't Marines outside, makes sense now. Wow! That's incredible! It sure was a beautiful area.

    • @Eric_Maastricht
      @Eric_Maastricht 27 днів тому

      @@RiversRoamEurope A 'winkelhaak' is a tool where two straight pieces of metal are together at 90 degrees. Type 'winkelhaak praxis' in the google search field and it'll show many photo's of the item (in advertisements, but that is not my intention; it's just where to find pictures of it). Try-square is the translation both my old paper dictionary and Google translate offered.

  • @taal1979
    @taal1979 Місяць тому

    It looks like you went to the south beach (zuiderstrand). Scheveningen beach is more north at the other end of the harbour. When you saw the sign "Scheveningen" That's the Duindorp part of Scheveningen. Duindorp is a neighbourhood of Scheveningen which is a district of The Hague. This beach you went too is known by the inhabitants of The Hague as the quite beach. The actual Scheveningen beach is far more crowded in the summer. Most families tend to go to the quite beach. Great to see the Fahrenheitstraat. That's my old neighbourhood. Nice video as always.

    • @RiversRoamEurope
      @RiversRoamEurope Місяць тому

      The quite beach was so perfect for us and especially Tarlo! We can't go to the Scheveningen beach with Tarlo, he's not allowed on the beach :-( but we want to check out the area.

  • @katiemann8006
    @katiemann8006 Місяць тому

    What an absolute gorgeous beach and love the trails they have there. Reminds me a lot of ludington state park here in Michigan. Tarlo looked like he had the very best time. Loved seeing him in the sand. Oh my gosh that Cesar salad looks absolutely amazing! Glad you all got to enjoy the beach. 💚💚 thanks for taking us along with you.

    • @RiversRoamEurope
      @RiversRoamEurope Місяць тому

      This was the dog beach which is obviously where we will go since Tarlo can run and play like he has no cares in the world 🥰 thats cool that Michigan has a similar coast! I had no idea. Im so glad you enjoyed it!

  • @jumi9739
    @jumi9739 Місяць тому

    Awww Tarlo is such a cutie 😍, so nice to see him running happy on the sand

    • @RiversRoamEurope
      @RiversRoamEurope Місяць тому

      He was just so happy! I love seeing him like that 🥰

  • @NL2500
    @NL2500 Місяць тому

    The entire coastal strip is called Scheveningen, formerly a separate village but has been part of The Hague for a long time. Where you were it is called the southern beach and it is also a lot quieter there in the summer than around the boulevard. In the winter it can REALLY storm there

  • @mcoenen8492
    @mcoenen8492 Місяць тому

    Maybe you can rent a transportation bike (bakfiets) first to try out, or go to a bicycle shop and tell them about you're doubts concerning your dog and ask them if you can try if it's suitable for you.

  • @petersteinmeijer519
    @petersteinmeijer519 Місяць тому

    As far as I know tram or bus will take you to the beach much faster than 45 min.

  • @frankgoodman6968
    @frankgoodman6968 Місяць тому

    Another great trip with you. So relaxing and after watching I've got to get something to eat. You two eat such great food.

    • @RiversRoamEurope
      @RiversRoamEurope Місяць тому

      Thank you so much Frank! We are super lucky to be surrounded by so much amazing food!

  • @katiemann8006
    @katiemann8006 Місяць тому

    Amsterdam looks so magical! I loved seeing all the boats on the river too. ❤

  • @hankagerretsen9827
    @hankagerretsen9827 Місяць тому

    I live in The Hague (Den Haag) too, for a long time now. I love to see how you, as Americans, look at The Hague. Thank you for sharing!

  • @MartinWebNatures
    @MartinWebNatures Місяць тому

    Coffeeshops?? You mean café. For headache and beginning migraine helps me 2 herring without additions. By the time you finish the 2nd you're good to go (at least try, its healthy too)😊

    • @HansJongstra
      @HansJongstra Місяць тому

      Werkt een pot rolmopsen ook tegen beginnende migraine ?

    • @RiversRoamEurope
      @RiversRoamEurope Місяць тому

      No, I meant coffee shop. There is a joint in that picture ;-) Thanks for the suggestions.

  • @NL2500
    @NL2500 Місяць тому

    Oh, The Mega Stores..., sorry, that really is the worst place to go shopping there is in The Hague. For fun shopping it is better to go to "De Fred" in Scheveningen (Frederik Hendriklaan) Alternative for a shopping mall... "Westfield Mall of the Netherlands". I don't like shopping malls, but this one is certainly a lot better. And if you want to visit a real pet shop, you should go to 'Avonturia De Vogelkelder'. I just don't know if your dog is allowed in there. Truly an adventure, how many pet stores do you know that have flamingos in the store for example.

  • @NL2500
    @NL2500 Місяць тому

    You can also have groceries delivered to your home. Almost all supermarkets have a website where you can order their products. For a few euros they will bring it to your front door. And in terms of food, you should also try the Indonesian ones although the vegetarian options are somewhat more limited there.

    • @RiversRoamEurope
      @RiversRoamEurope Місяць тому

      Thank you for that tip! I have seen some of the AH trucks around and the Pic Nic ones too but good to know. Someone else suggested we try the Indonesian food too. We just tried one recently (coming soon in a video) and holy moly! Ive never in my life had such amazing Indian food ever!!!!

    • @NL2500
      @NL2500 Місяць тому

      @@RiversRoamEurope Indonesia (which we are talking about here) and India are two different countries. There are also some Indian restaurants, but who have Indonesian foot can be found everywhere in the Netherlands. By the way, India also has delicious, predominantly vegetarian food. So you can't go wrong 😆

    • @RiversRoamEurope
      @RiversRoamEurope Місяць тому

      @@NL2500 😂 you're so right! My bad. We need to look into Indonesian food and see if they have options for us.

  • @NL2500
    @NL2500 Місяць тому

    Here we go to the AH to cool down a bit

  • @NL2500
    @NL2500 Місяць тому

    Oh well, when they complain in the rest of the country that it's storming, we say here that it was a bit windier than normal here

    • @RiversRoamEurope
      @RiversRoamEurope Місяць тому

      I really appreciate the breeze! I may feel differently this winter but its been so nice this summer!

  • @NL2500
    @NL2500 Місяць тому

    A few days in the Netherlands and already complaining about the weather. That is very normal, as does every Dutch person, there is more to complain about, but everyone always complains about the weather here... 😊

    • @RiversRoamEurope
      @RiversRoamEurope Місяць тому

      hahaha well thats good to know that everyone complains about it, but honestly, it's way better than burning up in the States ;-)

  • @NL2500
    @NL2500 Місяць тому

    Welcome to The Hague

  • @katiemann8006
    @katiemann8006 Місяць тому

    What a beautiful forest stroll. Lots of lush greenery and that palace oh my gosh so stunning. Loved all the wood cravings and cute forest playground for the kiddos. This looks like a place I’d venture to a lot. Your food looked so good as well. Thanks for sharing your little venture with us. ❤

    • @RiversRoamEurope
      @RiversRoamEurope Місяць тому

      I kept thinking about you while we were there ;-) wishing we could take the kids there and just have a stroll 💖

  • @joslauwers7960
    @joslauwers7960 Місяць тому

    Hi, Nice stroll. If you look at the palace then you didn't see the Royal Standard (an Orange flag) so the King was not at home!

  • @Eric_Maastricht
    @Eric_Maastricht Місяць тому

    Good to see you found the "Haagse Bos". Except for the palace it has remained a forest since forever, thanks to some old decree. Likewise, the large rectengular grass field is protected by an ancient decree (16th century if memory serves me well) to remain just that. It is known as the "Malieveld". It is used for demonstrations, temporary circus locations, events like The Hague had the largest pasar malam of the country. The deer park is known as the "Koekamp". Just FYI...

    • @RiversRoamEurope
      @RiversRoamEurope Місяць тому

      Thanks for the info! Very cool!

    • @NL2500
      @NL2500 Місяць тому

      @@RiversRoamEurope About 15 fallow deer and 15 red deer. The cabinet, with the support of parliament, has decided that from the year 2024 no breeding or supplementation will be allowed in deer camps in the Netherlands. As a result, the 250 deer camps in the Netherlands will eventually disappear. De Koekamp is one of them. There will probably be other animals. The name Koekamp was derived from bullfights on the veranda within high wooden fences, which took place until the end of the fifteenth century.

    • @RiversRoamEurope
      @RiversRoamEurope Місяць тому

      @@NL2500 Thank you so much for letting us know all of this! Ive never heard of fallow deer. That's so sad that they will eventually disappear.

    • @NL2500
      @NL2500 Місяць тому

      @@RiversRoamEurope There will still be wild deer on the Hoge Veluwe, for example, but you will rarely encounter them there in the wild because they are quite shy

  • @geertstroy
    @geertstroy Місяць тому

    "European kitchens"... she knows them all , are " simple"... says an American privileged to finally see a modern concept kitchen not made from tacky plywood and bulging fridges , I leave this channel NOW.

    • @RiversRoamEurope
      @RiversRoamEurope Місяць тому

      Thanks for your lovely comment! I hope someone shows you as much grace as you have shown us when you move to a new country.

    • @rmyikzelf5604
      @rmyikzelf5604 Місяць тому

      ​@RiversRoamEurope even though the tone of that comment was totally uncalled for and I like your toned-down response, you may want to be a little more mindful before using generalising (bordering on condescending) statements like the one you used to characterise that kitchen. There are enough ignorant Americans going around Europe on YT spouting unfounded generalised 'truths' about 'Europe'. I reckon you don't want to be placed in that category.

  • @Spasticuss
    @Spasticuss Місяць тому

    Maybe you stop eating like Americans and stop eating all that junkcrap. Use your stove!

  • @katiemann8006
    @katiemann8006 Місяць тому

    What a gorgeous day it looked like and wow those salads and whipped feta! Yum! Nothing like that here in the states that’s for sure. Oh my gosh, you found my favorite store. Never would have thought they had one in the Netherlands but so cool. I adored the palace. What a beautiful park they have next to it. Can’t wait to see part two! 😉

    • @RiversRoamEurope
      @RiversRoamEurope Місяць тому

      I agree, I dont remember ever seeing whipped feta on a menu in the states. Hahaha I couldn't believe they had it here either! It was a lovey park! We loved sitting in the shade by the water.

  • @OP-1000
    @OP-1000 2 місяці тому

    6:08 Fuchsia

  • @jumi9739
    @jumi9739 2 місяці тому

    The salads look so yummy! Oh btw, if you love roses then I recommend the Westbroek park (june-november), a big park with many roses in different colors. A nice park where I often go to is Landgoed Ockenburgh. And Kijkduin beach is also nice (a little bit less crowded than Scheveningen)

    • @RiversRoamEurope
      @RiversRoamEurope Місяць тому

      Thanks for the tips! I appreciate it! We could use all the tips as we are still learning about the city.

  • @katarzynaroszak7981
    @katarzynaroszak7981 2 місяці тому

    Try the Dutch tap water, it’s delicious and safe to drink. There really is no need to buy packaged water besides the times you are on the go and forgotten your reusable water bottle.

    • @RiversRoamEurope
      @RiversRoamEurope Місяць тому

      I love the tap water! It's absolutely amazing you can drink it here. That is not something we can do back in the States. It's so toxic :-(

  • @taal1979
    @taal1979 2 місяці тому

    The Hague has so much parks and forrest not to mention the dunes. I recomend the Scheveningse Bosjes. Westduinpark and Park Clingendael. Zuiderpark is also worth visiting. You'll love it there

    • @RiversRoamEurope
      @RiversRoamEurope Місяць тому

      Thank you so much for the recommendations! We appreciate it!

  • @HansJongstra
    @HansJongstra 2 місяці тому

    Nice sunny weather ! It might be a nice idea to have a walk along the sea at Scheveningen as well, just a tip.

    • @RiversRoamEurope
      @RiversRoamEurope Місяць тому

      Yes, we were finally able to get there and loved it (video to come)! Thank you for the tip!

  • @peterf1
    @peterf1 2 місяці тому

    Lovely video. New subscriber. It does everything to confirm my memory of life in the Netherlands as a more tranquil and civil. Granted you went to one extreme (garden/sculpture park) to the other (hello! shoe store) but it still came off as a good way to spend a day.

    • @RiversRoamEurope
      @RiversRoamEurope Місяць тому

      Haha thanks! Definitely one extreme to another ;-)

  • @urbandiscount
    @urbandiscount 2 місяці тому

    Indo food is the best in The Hague

    • @RiversRoamEurope
      @RiversRoamEurope Місяць тому

      Thanks for the tip! Someone else mentioned that too. We have a couple places to try.

  • @MarcoTheHague
    @MarcoTheHague 2 місяці тому

    You can climb the church and check out the view 🎉 probably cost a few euros.

    • @RiversRoamEurope
      @RiversRoamEurope Місяць тому

      I saw that! It looks like it would be fun. Just need to see if Tarlo is able to go with us ;-)

  • @Angeliqued
    @Angeliqued 2 місяці тому

    OMG, do you ever eat fresh veggies or fruit?

    • @RiversRoamEurope
      @RiversRoamEurope 2 місяці тому

      We sure do! The fridge is stocked with lots of fruits and some veggies

  • @lostdutchman3495
    @lostdutchman3495 2 місяці тому

    I am sure you pay a lot of money to stay in that apartment. Thats how they rip off al the foreigners. The real Netherlands and The Hague is way different. Take a look in Transvaal and the Schilderswijk.

  • @vickymaaskant6784
    @vickymaaskant6784 2 місяці тому

    Dear people of this video. I started watching this as I was curious how foreigners experience the first few days in my city/ country. I always love that. And I learn new things about my own city🎉 But then... you showed us your home and I was really taken aback. I realise you are from another culture, and how you perceive things and communicate them are different than we do. However, I do want to share my first thoughts and feelings that came across my mind in those first 5 to 10 minutes. Just to let you see, and hopefully understand, that what you think and how you communicate things is perceived rude in the Netherlands. Now, I communicate this to you in a very Dutch way. Be aware, it's direct. I will immediately tell you how your comments make me feel. So please don't take this as rudeness, but as a Dutch way of letting you know 'hey, this is not okay, these are the reasons why not so you can learn and adjust yourself, and then you will be able to connect to the culture and perhaps one day become a part of it'. Dutch directness is way of giving feedback, to make you reflect about yourself/ situation you are in, to give you a chance to adapt. So the bluntness of us is actually a way of trust building. So there we go. Below, you will find my direct thoughts. I hope my introduction of Dutch culture helps to accumulate them😂: 2 minutes in.... you are calling this a simple kitchen. You should be ashamed. What I am seeing is pure luxury, only affordable to the elite and lucky few. Your washing room isn't small. It is huge. Plus, you have a washing room. 99% of the people don't have that. Little garden? Little (private) parking spot?! Like.... what? It is really big.... please stop calling everything little. You are really overstepping yourself here, making everything Dutch small and unimportant. Are you not aware you have moved into another culture? That The Netherlands are as big as a post stamp? That we have to make do with what we have? Who are you to put us down so much? It's giving me the feeling you are not realising you are in an elite position, in another country. In a very large and luxurious home. It comes across as ignorant. The house you have is not something most of us can afford. I am 40, worked in pharma, and even as an (ad interim) director, I was not able to buy a house or afford a rental place with a bedroom. Instead, I got a studio (a one room apartment with just a staircase bathroom with toilet) without sunlight but with lots of moulds. So I was already in an elite position (with the job and salary) and even I could not afford a 'normal' house. Most of us don't know how to make ends meet and live on the 12th floor looking out to another concrete building. The area in which you are living is only for the rich and some social housing initiatives. Or people who have lived there since the 80's/90's. Those were my thoughts....I hope you take them in and learn from it. That you may enjoy my city and country as you were already doing on your first strolls! Best of luck and one day we might actually come across each other, I don't live that far from you guys. Tchau

    • @RiversRoamEurope
      @RiversRoamEurope 2 місяці тому

      Thank you for your comments and thoughts. I appreciate you trying to educate us because those are things we did not know. I understand how my comments may have come across but I hope you know, that wasn't my intention. We made this channel for our friends and family to follow our journeys and this video blew up, which neither of us were expecting. Had I known that the whole world would be watching it, I would have used other language. We are incredibly grateful and thankful to living in this space, surrounded by a beautiful garden. That is something we do not take for granted. Cheers

    • @peterf1
      @peterf1 2 місяці тому

      @@RiversRoamEurope I think this exchange is a little bit funny, and is quite indicative of a typical exchange between Americans learning about the Netherlands, and the Dutch, who are -- by character -- used to correcting a perceived wrong. I just discovered your channel, and am happy to see this video "blowing up" ... IMHO there are LOTS of Americans like me who are very curious about those who have made the leap to Europe and especially NL. A big congratulations on the move, and on your channel. @vickymaaskant6784 There's a popular TV show here in North America called "Househunters International" which, as the name indicates, followers 'adventurous' people from outside the EU and their search for a home in various places. Predictably, like clockwork, the home shoppers comment on "HOW SMALL" the kitchen, bath, house, yard, etc. etc. is. It's so cringy to watch because as you say... it's a little insulting and it makes it seem as if the person has done zero research. It happens in NL, Germany, France, the U.K... I'm not trying to justify the comment, but am asking for an understanding that it is a common 'first reaction'. You are right to call it out. I hope to continue to see your comments. I love the Dutch approach: direct, blunt, honest, polite and thorough.

    • @Dija-says-freePalestine
      @Dija-says-freePalestine Місяць тому

      ​@@RiversRoamEuropedon't listen to that person. I myself did not get insulted by your comments. When I saw the kitchen I said that kitchen is a mismatch it doesn't suit the house imo and I understand why you called it simple because it is quite simple and there is nothing wrong with it. I wouldn't call it luxurious because it is not. That person is just complaining because that's a typical Dutch thing to do and that parking spot was small do don't know why they got so butthurtef about it. And I understand that everything IS smaller than the states and that person knows so I don't understand their need to complain in an unpleasant way and calls it Dutch directness. What a weird person. Just say whatever you want however you want it, you can do that in the Netherlands. That is your right! Hope you enjoy our country.

    • @RiversRoamEurope
      @RiversRoamEurope Місяць тому

      @@Dija-says-freePalestine I really appreciate you saying all of this! Truly. I'm learning to not take these kind of things to heart since not many people are good at giving others grace. Thank you!!!!!

  • @elsenm3965
    @elsenm3965 2 місяці тому

    Very nice !

  • @Khakzoy
    @Khakzoy 2 місяці тому

    6:07 that is a Fuchsia. Probably wierd in english… 😂 Foochsia ok?

  • @gekkegerrit933
    @gekkegerrit933 2 місяці тому

    the "ducks" at 15.40 are actually coots aka meerkoeten

    • @RiversRoamEurope
      @RiversRoamEurope 2 місяці тому

      oh, thanks for letting us know! They sure are cute

  • @gekkegerrit933
    @gekkegerrit933 2 місяці тому

    welcome to our beautiful city!

  • @_PJW_
    @_PJW_ 2 місяці тому

    10:25 : Maison de Bonneterie. An old school luxury department store.

  • @qualitytraders5333
    @qualitytraders5333 2 місяці тому

    You are alowed to speak in a normal voice in The Netherlands. Tell you companion to get rid of the ridiculous cap. Look around you, nobody uses baseball caps here. Especially middle-aged folks don't.

    • @RiversRoamEurope
      @RiversRoamEurope 2 місяці тому

      Um, Im not sure what you mean by speaking in a normal voice. The only time I change my voice is when I'm speaking to Tarlo. I will not tell him that. He is allowed to wear what he wants. I actually counted 9 men wearing "baseball caps" this morning while on a walk.

  • @H99x2
    @H99x2 2 місяці тому

    How are you living in Europe without a visa? Being American. Asking out of curiosity! Cool channel, definitely curious

    • @RiversRoamEurope
      @RiversRoamEurope 2 місяці тому

      Thanks so much! As Americans, we are able to stay in a country for 90 days without a visa. But we are in the process of getting our visa's since we will be living here for a least a year ;-) (we may or may not stay here after a year, no set plans as of now. If we do move, it will be to another country)

  • @Relaxbadkneeadventures
    @Relaxbadkneeadventures 2 місяці тому

    Lucifer plant 👍😉🇳🇱🇳🇱🇳🇱🇳🇱 enjoy

  • @erin2lip
    @erin2lip 2 місяці тому

    Forget the horrible Megastores! Don´t forget to visit the Piet Heinstraat in the Zeeheldenkwartier. There are lots of nice shops, restaurants and cafe´s.

    • @RiversRoamEurope
      @RiversRoamEurope 2 місяці тому

      Thanks! I wasn't aware of them.

    • @MarcoTheHague
      @MarcoTheHague 2 місяці тому

      Zoutmanstraat, prins hendrikstraat, piet heinstraat. All three are pretty cool streets lots of little shops cafes etc. I also love anna paulowna plein for lunch. Frederikstraat tiny street across the denneweg. 🎉❤

  • @mjaydb
    @mjaydb 2 місяці тому

    Where did you get lunch? And what falafel place was it?

    • @RiversRoamEurope
      @RiversRoamEurope 2 місяці тому

      The falafel place is call Falafel & Hummus, hahaha not the most original ;-) but it's delicious! The lunch place, what were we eating? That'll help me figure out which place it was.

    • @NL2500
      @NL2500 Місяць тому

      @@RiversRoamEurope Falafel & Hummus... yes on the outside (and inside) it's not the most attractive. But the food is really good there.

  • @1336mg
    @1336mg 2 місяці тому

    The bush at 5:55 is a Fuchsia. It's the type that can have a little frost, which there isnt much of because you live close to the sea. In a very harsh winter it might freeze and has to grow all over again from the ground.

  • @gekkegerrit933
    @gekkegerrit933 2 місяці тому

    welcome in our beautiful city!

    • @RiversRoamEurope
      @RiversRoamEurope 2 місяці тому

      Thank you!

    • @gekkegerrit933
      @gekkegerrit933 2 місяці тому

      @@RiversRoamEurope when you want a walk around in your new city with a hagunees and interested in historic and beautiful places, i will show you around for for free go to Mesdag Panorama, Escher museum, the likes.