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Travel by Example - Best things to do in Utrecht in one day

Best things to do in Utrecht in one day

Posted on 24 February 202214 October 2025

Utrecht is a Dutch city known for its history, medieval city center and the largest university in the Netherlands. With its charming canals, historical buildings, compact city center and location practically in the center of the Netherlands it makes a perfect one day trip from Amsterdam or any other Dutch city. Here are the best things to see and do in Utrecht in one day.

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Travel Captures - Visiting Zaandam and Zaanse Schans

Visiting Zaandam and Zaanse Schans on a Day Trip from Amsterdam

Posted on 16 December 202114 October 2025

Zaandam is a Dutch city well known for its Zaanse Schans – a recreated village with iconic Dutch windmills and wooden houses. Located just north of Amsterdam, Zaandam, along with Zaanse Schans, is often considered as one of the best day trip destinations from Amsterdam.

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Travel by Example - 20+ Volcanoes to see in Auckland

20+ Volcanoes to see in Auckland

Posted on 24 November 202121 September 2024

The biggest city in New Zealand – Auckland – is built on a volcanic field and there are approximately 50 volcanoes within the city area. These volcanoes define Auckland’s unique landscape – not only hills and volcanic cones, but also some of the city lakes are of volcanic origin. Here is our top pick of 20+ Volcanoes to see in Auckland.

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Travel by Example - 10 Day Road Trip Around Iceland

10 Day Road Trip Around Iceland

Posted on 19 October 202117 August 2022

Iceland’s dramatic landscapes, gorgeous waterfalls, geothermal areas, lava fields and glaciers make it a must-see European destination. In this guide we’d like to share a perfect itinerary for a 10 Day Road Trip Around Iceland.

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Travel by Example - Top things to do in Reykjavik

Top things to do in Reykjavik

Posted on 2 October 202117 August 2022

Reykjavik is the capital and the largest city of Iceland. Being the international travel hub into the country, Reykjavik gets a huge amount of visitors every year. Here is our list of the top things to do in Reykjavik.

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Travel Captures - Perfect Day Trip to Snæfellsnes Peninsula from Reykjavik

Perfect Day Trip to Snaefellsnes Peninsula from Reykjavik

Posted on 18 September 202125 November 2025

Discover our sample itinerary for a Perfect Day Trip to Snaefellsnes Peninsula from Reykjavik. Explore dramatic coastlines, volcanic peaks, and charming villages in western Iceland – all in one unforgettable day.

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Travel Captures - 5 Best Waterfalls near Auckland

5 Best Waterfalls near Auckland

Posted on 31 August 20212 November 2025

Looking for the best waterfalls near Auckland to visit? Here are 5 scenic favorites we’ve explored – all within an hour’s drive from central Auckland.

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Travel Captures - Visiting Baarle

Visiting Baarle: A Town Divided by Belgium and the Netherlands

Posted on 13 July 202127 October 2025

Baarle is a town in the Netherlands with Belgian territories embedded within it. Streets and buildings are split by multiple Belgium–Netherlands borders, making it one of Europe’s most unusual destinations. Here’s our experience of visiting Baarle.

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Medieval town of Rothenburg ob der Tauber

Visit Rothenburg ob der Tauber, Germany’s Fairy Tale Gem

Posted on 2 July 202118 October 2025

Rothenburg ob der Tauber is a picture-perfect German town, famous for its well-preserved medieval old town that looks straight out of a fairy tale. In this post, we share how to visit Rothenburg ob der Tauber, and what to see and do while you’re there.

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Travel Captures - 7-Day Bavaria Road Trip Itinerary

7-Day Bavaria Road Trip Itinerary

Posted on 24 June 202131 October 2025

Discover one of Germany’s most beautiful regions with our 7-Day Bavaria Road Trip Itinerary. Explore charming towns, fairy-tale castles, scenic drives, nature spots, and even a stop at Legoland. Perfect for families and first-time visitors.

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Lisbon, Portugal

I am Elena, the creator of the Travel Captures blog. I love travelling with my family (my husband and our two boys), taking lots of photos and sharing our travel stories.  My family and I have lived in Ukraine, Ireland, the Netherlands, and New Zealand, and we have travelled to many more countries. In this blog, you will read about our travels, discover example itineraries and travel inspirations, and find useful tips alongside our travel photos.

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