Amazing family trip to The Netherlands/Belgium
The Netherlands | Jun 29 - Jul 8, 2025

JAMIE
JAMIE T.
Chicago, IL | Reviewed on Jul 10, 2025

Mieke did a wonderful job in accommodating our wishes and planning our trip to The Netherlands/Belgium since our family ranged in ages from 18 to 82. We had a great variety of private tours including the food tour with Bo which was fabulous in Amsterdam, a private walking tour in Ghent with Christine and despite the rain a great walking tour in Bruges with Roland! They all were so knowledgeable about their respective cities and shared their love of their country with us. They made is so easy to get around from place to place with the public transportation and private transfers as we needed. Their food recommendations and optional activities were very well thought out and provided us with extra excursions where we needed to fill in last minute. Part of our trip included visiting family from The Netherlands and the assistance in planning this part of our trip timeline was extremely helpful as well! The day-to-day instructions/timeline was great for planning each day and made the entire trip easy and fun!

We appreciate your assistance and highly recommend your services! Thank you for helping us make our holiday a memorable and positive experience!

Hotel Review
Boutique Hotel Beekhuizen, Velp
Velp

This hotel was a bit of heaven in the forest! The room was beautiful and spacious for a European hotel. We loved the outdoor patio to view nature. The breakfast was outstanding and the hospitality was excellent!

Authenticity & Character
The large windows in the room provided a beautiful view of the grounds of the hotel.
Location
This hotel is away from the hustle and bustle and there are many paths in nature to enjoy the beauty of the area.
Staff
The staff was very welcoming upon arrival and served a fabulous breakfast.
Cleanliness & Comfort
Beds were comfortable and rooms were spacious.
Activity Reviews
Public Transport Pass Amsterdam
Public Transport Pass Amsterdam
The Netherlands

This public transport pass made getting around Haarlem, Amsterdam, Rotterdam and Gouda super efficient and easy.

Quality of Experience
Transport
Easy to scan on/scan off and follow instructions on map to get exactly where we need to be.
Amsterdam -  Grand Dutch food & history tour in small group
Amsterdam - Grand Dutch food & history tour in small group
The Netherlands

Bo was extremely knowledgeable about the food and the city of Amsterdam and shared a lot of history with us. There was plenty of food/drinks offered on the tour and we were completely satisfied.

Quality of Experience
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Local specialist: Mieke Arendsen
Mieke
Mieke Arendsen
Local specialist in The Netherlands | Replied on Jul 11, 2025

Hi Jamie & family
wonderful to hear from you and read your kinds words. It has been a pleasure organizing the trip for you and I am glad you like both the highlights and the hidden gems like the hotel in the forest.
Sounds like a wonderful quality time with the family!
Wishing you all the best,
Mieke