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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 Amazing Waterfalls in Ireland

Glencar Waterfall

Known as ‘The Emerald Isle,’ for its stunningly green landscapes, which are in large part due to its rainy climate, Ireland is notable for its rich and troubled history, beautiful scenery and among many other natural features, its waterfalls. With mountains, sea, forests and waterfalls all packed into a relatively small country, a trip to …

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15 Amazing Waterfalls in Jamaica

YS Falls

If you’re one of those would-be travelers who only associates Jamaica with white beaches and friendly natives who talk with a cool island accent, then guess again, because in addition to those things, Jamaica is home to a surprising number of waterfalls. The island also boasts a fascinating history and friendly people. If all this …

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15 Amazing Waterfalls in Laos

Tad Sae Waterfall, Laos

With its tumultuous but fascinating history and exotic culture, Laos is a country that’s only become more open to mainstream tourism in the recent past. Technically called Laos PDR, the country was once the near-exclusive realm of tourists who were young and immortal, old and depraved, or just downright seedy. Now however, Laos is chock …

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15 Amazing Waterfalls in New Zealand

Wairere Falls, New Zealand

Located on the other side of the world for many travelers, New Zealand is synonymous with ruggedness and natural beauty. When paired with its reputation for world-class accommodations, cuisine, and even wine, New Zealand is squarely on the map for those adventurous types who refuse to settle for a ho-hum destination that doesn’t offer everything …

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15 Best Lakes in San Jose

Lake Cunningham

The ‘Capital of Silicon Valley’, San Jose is the largest city in Northern California and the third most populous city in the entire state. It’s a global city that’s known for its innovation, weather and affluence, as well as its high cost of living. For visitors, the city is filled with beautiful architecture, museums, landmarks …

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15 Best Things to Do in Kodiak (Alaska)

Float Airplane, Kodiak Island

Kodiak city is found of the southernmost coast of Alaska, on the island of the same name. Two-thirds of the island is taken up by Kodiak National Wildlife Refuge protecting the wild life living here. It is an area known for its wildlife and fishing and this is why many visitors come here today. But …

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30 Amazing Hidden Gems in Alabama

Alabama's Natural Bridge

Dubbed as the Yellowhammer State after the state bird, Alabama is located in the south-eastern part of the United States of America. While Montgomery stands as the state capital, Mobile is the oldest city in Alabama, which as per records was founded in 1702 as the capital of French Louisiana by French colonists. With approximately …

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15 Amazing Waterfalls in Croatia

Strbacki Buk

With more waterfalls and breathtaking scenery per square kilometer than just about any other place on the planet, the majority of Croatia’s waterfalls are in the Plitvice Lakes National Park and Krka National Park. Though the falls and lakes in these parks are popular sites for locals and tourists alike, with a little leg-work you’ll …

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15 Best Things to Do in Downtown Houston

Discovery Green, Houston

Downtown Houston is an eclectic mix of commercial properties, high rise offices, and green spaces. Covering just under two square miles in the very heart of the city, it’s where skyscrapers rise above the spread of Houston itself like a cluster of massive stalagmites. Houston was founded on the banks of Buffalo Bayou which cuts …

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15 Best Things to Do in Downtown Seattle

The Spheres, Seattle

Downtown Seattle may have been founded in the mid-nineteenth century and have a history which dates back to the gold rush days, but it is a surprisingly modern metropolis with only around two dozen historic buildings within its boundaries. What DT Seattle lacks in historical buildings, it makes up for with skyscrapers including one with …

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