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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.

15 Best Romantic (Weekend) Getaways in Tennessee

Tennessee: the land of iconic music, strong whiskey, and legendary barbeque. Whether you’re native to Tennessee or looking for a Southern escape to swoon your sweetheart, you better get those cowboy boots on and get ready for a weekend in the heart of Dixie Land. Check out our list of the top 15 destinations for …

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15 Best Lakes in New Jersey

Though New Jersey might not be the first place you think of when you consider great states for visiting lakes, it does in fact offer a variety of options that are both clear and ready to be explored. From the lakes in the north with close proximity to New York City, all the way to …

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15 Best Swimming Holes in Arizona

The sunny southwestern state of Arizona is home to The Grand Canyon; the cactus filled Sonoran Desert and the rugged red scenery of the aptly named Red Rock State Park. There’s a meteor crater that defies belief and scenery fit for any western movie. Clearly, there are many reasons to visit and holidays can be …

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15 Best Things to Do in Bregenz (Austria)

Bregenz is the capital of the Vorarlberg state in western Austria and lies on the shores of the immense freshwater body, Lake Constance (Or Bodensee in German). This charming town has many fantastic sights and a great deal to offer in terms of tourism and activities. From the wonderful promenade, to the intriguing Vorarlberg Museum …

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15 Best Small Towns to Visit in Florida

Florida calls to mind Walt Disney, beaches, retirement, and holidays.  And to be sure, it is all those things.  But it’s also a state with wonderful natural beauty, exciting cities, and fantastic small town living. Many of Florida’s small towns offer something special that no other place does.  Many are coastal towns, but not all.  …

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15 Best Romantic (Weekend) Getaways in Virginia

Virginia is for lovers–that’s what they say, after all! And who are we to argue? Given all the love in that warm, Southern air, Virginia makes for the perfect place for you to cozy up with your loved one. But what will you find in the state nicknamed “the Old Dominion” besides its reputation for …

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15 Best Small Towns to Visit in California

There are plenty of enviable destination spots in California, but as the third largest of all 50 states, there are a ton of lesser known, out-of-the-way towns. In fact, the majority of California is comprised of small coastal towns and friendly neighbourhood places high up on the mountain. The Golden State has a natural and …

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15 Best Romantic (Weekend) Getaways in Michigan

Normally, when people think of Michigan, images of deep snow, 8 Mile, GM motors, and vast midwestern fields come to mind. However, this northern state – wrapped on three sides by the Great Lakes – will surprise you with all the variety it has to offer. Now’s the time to share a romantic weekend with …

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15 Best Romantic (Weekend) Getaways in Massachusetts

Massachusetts, the small New England state made famous by Harvard, Boston, and movies like Good Will Hunting, has a lot of character jam packed into its mere 10,554 square miles. For your next romantic getaway, grab your partner and explore all the charm and beauty this Northern state has to offer. Whether you want to …

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15 Best Small Towns to Visit in Michigan

Originally a French interpretation of an indigenous tribe’s word meaning “large water,” the name Michigan fits this state perfectly. The only state to be comprised of two peninsulas, it is one of the most popular boating destinations in the United States, and with coastlines that stretch along 4 of the 5 Great Lakes, there is …

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