The Zeehondencentrum, or seal rehabilitation centre, in Pieterburen (near Groningen) is a lovely place to visit with young kids. The centre is fairly small, but they’ve packed a lot into the space. There are exhibits explaining about the life of seals and the dangers they face, several viewing areas and regular chances to take a …read more >>
This summer we spent a few days camping and cycling around the Dutch island of Schiermonnikoog with our two boys (age 5 and 2). Even though it was high tourist season when we visited, the island had a laid-back feeling and we really enjoyed our time there. Its small size alone makes Schiermonnikoog perfect for …read more >>
It’s the February school break here, and like all parents we’re looking for ways to amuse the kids. Today we checked out the Maritime Museum (Maritiem Museum) in Rotterdam and it ended up being one of the best museum experiences we’ve ever had. Just arriving at the museum was exciting for our kids, as the …read more >>
Ever wanted to swim in a pool of LEGO blocks, stand under a LEGO shower or scoop up mounds of yellow bricks with a digger? We did all of these things and more at the biggest LEGO event on the planet: LEGOWorld 2016 in Utrecht. When our son saw an advertisement for LEGOWorld and started …read more >>
Ever wanted to stand in a rain shower of LEGO, or plunge yourself into a ‘swimming pool’ of blue LEGO bricks? For all LEGO fans, the biggest event of the year (and, in fact, the biggest LEGO event in the world) is coming up: LEGO World NL in Utrecht. The 2016 edition is happening from …read more >>
Looking for something to do with your kids in the last days of the summer holidays? We can definitely recommend the Uithof and its huge indoor play area, the Sport en Spel Paleis. This ‘sport and play paradise’ (at the end of tram line 4) charges €8 entry for kids from 8-12 years old. Kids …read more >>
Where do you go with the kids when it’s pouring rain? Here are 20+ ideas for rainy day activities, in and around The Hague. If you have more tips, add them in the comments! Embrace It! Our first suggestion is to make the most of it. Dress your kids up in waterproofs and go splash …read more >>
Most of us know Spotify for music, but did you know it also has audiobooks, including plenty of great stories for kids to listen to at bedtime? For our kids, this has proven to be a great way to wind down (and also an excellent way to entertain the troops on rainy days or during …read more >>
We’ve been on a long (and largely unsuccessful) hunt for a good sippy cup for about 4 years now, ever since our first son turned 6 months old. Most of the cups we tried were terrible. They grew mould (even though we only used them for water). They quickly sprung leaks around the seal. Some straight …read more >>
On a grey day in June, I visited Sealife Scheveningen with two 4-year-olds and a 1-year-old. I’d been curious about going for some time but full-price tickets are expensive, even with the online discount (€14.75 for adults, €10.75 for kids 3-11). I was fairly sure we’d have a good time but not that good a time: …read more >>
