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All Aboard: Eurostar

There are many options for international travel across Europe. Eurostar provides high-speed rail service from London to major cities such as Paris, Brussels, Rotterdam, and Amsterdam, with connections to cities in Germany. All aboard!

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Keukenhof

Hailed as the world’s 'most beautiful spring garden,' Keukenhof celebrates the short blooming season of bulbed spring flowers. From daffodils and hyacinths to the Netherlands’ famous tulips, Keukenhof explodes with vibrant colors and one-of-a-kind varieties of flowers throughout the month of April.

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Den Haag

In this first in a six-part series, the Cranky Camper family heads to the Netherlands and stays in The Hague. Famous for being a seat of international and Dutch politics, there is much to learn, explore, and appreciate in The Hague. We also share a few practical things we learned on our visit.

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A Road Trip to France

The Cranky Camper takes a mini-road trip to the south of France. In this post, we explore the city of Perpignan located in the Pyrenees-Orientales region of France. Photos from the Palais des Rois de Majorque, along with views of the city itself showcase the historic beauty of the town. Bonus recipe for patatas bravas at the end of the post.

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The 135th Tournament of Roses and Feeding the Love

Our coverage of the 135th Tournament of Roses Parade in Pasadena, California- with special attention paid to the Pasadena Humane Society's floral entry.