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Jan Meeuwesen

Jan is the owner and founder of The Crazy Tourist. He's born and raised in The Netherlands and loves exploring the South of France. He loves going on short City Trips and visiting sunny destinations. His favorite country to visit is France.

Where to Stay in Washington DC – Neighborhoods & Area Guide

Georgetown, DC

Washington, D.C., simply referred to as D.C., is the capital of the United States and is regarded as one of the most significant cities in the country – after all, it has the White House and is the seat of all three branches of the American government. While the congressmen and bureaucrats keep it rich …

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15 Best Day Trips from Seattle

Mount Rainier National Park

Home to the Space Needle and the backdrop for the much loved, hit TV show Grey’s Anatomy Seattle is a safe, clean and welcoming city in Washington state. Being the northernmost big city in the USA Seattle has a lot to offer; an interesting history, fantastic restaurants and great shopping facilities too. Should you exhaust …

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15 Best Day Trips from Barcelona

La Roca Shopping Village

Capital of Catalonia and home to iconic architectural gems such as Sagrada Famíila and Park Güell Barcelona is a charming Spanish city high on the bucket list of travellers from all ends of the earth. Incredibly safe, clean and incredibly well connected there is so much to explore within a day trip from Barcelona. From …

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Where to Stay in Maui

Lahaina

Maui, the second-largest island of the Hawaiian group of islands, is known as one of the most stunning places in the world. Named the “The Valley Isle” after the prodigious valley that lies between Haleakalā and Mauna Kahalawai, the two major volcanoes on the island, Maui is characterized by its picturesque landscapes, extravagant luxury resorts, …

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15 Best Day Trips from Washington DC

George Washington National Forest

As one of the most important cities in the world Washington DC has a wealth of history and culture to explore. Home to the White House, Capitol Hill and the Lincoln Memorial there is so much to discover in DC. Outside of the city limits there are a whole host of day trips to enjoy. …

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15 Best Day Trips From Venice

Dolomites, Italy

Venice is a uniquely charming city, set on the canals and waterways of northern Italy. It has a well-deserved place on many people’s Europe bucket list, for its gondolas and piazzas, its world-renowned food and intricate artisanal masks. The city has plenty to keep you occupied, as even simply wandering its labyrinthine streets leads to …

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Where to Stay in Amsterdam – Neighborhoods & Area Guide

Canal Belt, Amsterdam

The capital and the most populated city in the Netherlands, Amsterdam originated sometime during the 12th century as a small fishing village and has now become one of the most visited tourist places in the world. Reportedly, the city derives its name from a dam that was built along the River Amstel. Welcoming over 7 …

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Where to Stay in Nashville – Neighborhoods & Area Guide

Downtown Nashville

Dubbed as the “country-music capital of the world,” Nashville is the capital and the most populated city in the state of Tennessee. The ever-growing city also shines as a center for higher education and tourism and has emerged as one of the most vibrant cities of the United States of America. Lovingly called the ‘Music …

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15 Best Day Trips from Las Vegas

Death Valley National Park

The undisputed home of extravagance and entertainment, Las Vegas is the city that features on the bucket list of travellers of every variety. It may be an oasis of entertainment in the heart of the Nevada desert but away from the bright lights and bustling casinos there is a wealth of natural wonders to explore. …

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15 Best Day Trips from San Francisco

Sausalito

Home to one of the world’s most iconic architectural structures, the Golden Gate Bridge, San Francisco is a city just waiting to be explored. Rich in history and diverse in culture there is no end to the adventures that could be had in San Francisco for the budding explorer. Located in Northern California with balmy …

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