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Author Archives: Andrea-Haynes
Q-Park Website- Parking in The Netherlands
http://www.q-park.nl/ Use the website to search cities in which a Q-Park is located. The prices do not fluctuate much from the typical 2.30 euros an hour. Q-Parks are located all over the Netherlands.
Where to Park in Maasticht
There are quite a few options for parking in Maastricht, all of which can be reviewed on their handy website. Here is my opinion on some of the options available. Park and Walk Cabergerweg – Cabergerweg, Maastricht €1,50/hour up to … Continue reading
Posted in Maastricht, Resources/Help
Tagged maastricht parking, parking, vrijthof square
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Bisschopsmolen – Flour Mill and Bakery – Maastricht
Located close to the Vrijthof Square is this original flour mill and restaurant. Although it can be much simpler to grind wheat in a more advanced setting, this company prefers to use its centuries old water mill to grind the … Continue reading
Posted in Food, Maastricht, Other, Restaurants, Things to do
Tagged bakery, bread, flour, mill, pastries
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Taart – High Tea in Maastricht
Recommended by a German friend, I set up a tea date with two friends. If you have never had high tea let me explain the basics. Although once a working persons “Afternoon Tea” it has since been adapted to mean … Continue reading
Posted in Maastricht, Other, Restaurants, Things to do
Tagged girls day, high tea, quiche, taart, tart, tea, tee
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Kasteel Limbricht – Limbricht NL
Located a short drive from GK is the Kasteel Limbricht. Although today it is used as a restaurant, bowling centre, and overall tourist destination, it was once a beautiful fortress. From In Your Pocket Guide: The current building, which was … Continue reading
Posted in Castles, Other, Restaurants, Sittard, Things to do
Tagged bowling, castle, group bowling, group dinner, group parties, moat
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Zum Goldenen Einhorn – The Golden Unicorn- Aachen
Located in one of the many beautiful and historic buildings surrounding the Aachen Cathedral is Sum Goldenen Einhorn. This translates into the Golden Unicorn. The building was once the horse stables for the town center and the restaurant plays off … Continue reading
Posted in Aachen, German, Restaurants, Things to do
Tagged Aachen, Cathedral, eat, food, Market, restaurant, square, where to eat in Aachen
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MSC Cruise Lines – Sinfonia
Living in Europe gives numerous opportunities to travel and one of your travel options is a cruise. When my family and I decided we would like to take a cruise I went to a ton of websites and ultimately decided … Continue reading
Posted in Adults, Kids, Places "HereAtGK" has been, Things to do, Travel, Travel Tips and Resources
Tagged booking, cruise, cruises, Mediteranian, MSC, port, Sinfonia
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Tirerack.com — Online Tire Sales
According to most Americans Tirerack.com is the place to go for tires when you are stationed overseas. Some say that the price of tires in Germany and The Netherlands are just way to high to pay. That is opinion, but … Continue reading
V & D department store
Website: http://www.vd.nl/ This store (which I frequent in the Sittard market place) is a normal department store that could be compared to JC Penny’s. The clothes are fashionable and varied. They have name brands and great prices and sales. We shopped … Continue reading
Posted in Clothing, Craft/Home decor, Shoes, Shop by city, Shopping, Sittard
Tagged clothes, household, shoes, stationary, this and that
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Blueberries!! “Oppe Boesj” Blueberry picking
Blueberry picking in the heart of all things that grow is just as fun as you would think. They have acres and acres of blueberry bushes just waiting to give their fruit. Located at: Prinsenbaan 45 6104 BB Koningsbosch They are … Continue reading
Posted in Food, Kids, Things to do
Tagged blueberry, blueberry picking, fun, kids, picking, summertime
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Keukenhof Gardens- Lisse NL
http://www.keukenhof.nl/ The tulip garden’s of Keukenhof is a showcase of the beautiful flowers that call the Netherlands their home. The tulips take center stage because of the lush landscape that provides such a solid home to them, but there are … Continue reading
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Van Son- Brunssum Tires
I popped a tire the other day along side the road driving from GK to Brunssum. After changing the tire I thought, I need to go to Schinnen and get a new one tomorrow. Turns out Schinnen does not carry … Continue reading
OSSA Camping and Water Sports
Most of the relevant information you can get from their website. It is not big but thorough if you use translate in Google. They boast a variety of activities such as camping, canoeing, mountain biking, Geo-Caching and more. Located near Roermond at: … Continue reading
Irrland farm adventure oasis: Kevelaer-Twisteden
Just a hop skip and about 1 hour from GK is the “Farm oasis” called Irrland. It is known as a low cost, high fun adventure park for children. Obviously boasting a children’s petting zoo and a few rides, this … Continue reading
Posted in Kids, Open Sunday, Parks/pools, Things to do
Tagged farm, fun, kids, petting zoo, play area
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Amsterdam Overnight Trip
We began our Amsterdam planning like you would expect- with an offer to watch the children! Amsterdam seemed like the perfect place to spend a night! I had train tickets that were good for anywhere in The Netherlands. Every now and … Continue reading
Posted in Adults, Places "HereAtGK" has been
Tagged Amsterdam, netherlands, spa, Spa Zuiver, spas
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Bavaria in the eyes of a traveler
Neuwanstein Neuschwanstein Castle is a 19th-century palace on a rugged hill above the village of Hohenschwagau near Fussen in southwest Bavaria. The palace was commissioned by Ludwig II as a retreat, contrary to common belief. The palace was intended as a personal refuge … Continue reading
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Christmas Time HereAtGk
Spending Christmas at home is a luxury for those who have home at their finger tips. HereAtGK has compiled a list of places that would work as a home away from home during the holidays. Ranging from absolutely picturesque to … Continue reading
Posted in Christmas Markets, Travel Tips and Resources
Tagged christmas, cologne, eggnog, eirpunsch, Koln, markets, prague, sinterklaas, Travel, vienna
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Brunssummerheide- Brunnsum NL
Located behind AFNorth International School is the 1800 recreation area used for walking, cycling, golf and horse riding. The nature park is an immense reserve that contains many ponds, hills, and trails for everyone to enjoy. On one end is … Continue reading
Posted in NO COST, Parks/pools
Tagged Brunnsumerheide, hiking, recreation, Schrieversheideven, Silver Sands
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JFC Brunnsum Alliance Theater
The JFC Alliance Theater in Bldg 405, seats 365 people. AAFES Reel Time Theaters provides newly released movies with showings every Friday and Saturday. Visit the Brunssum Morale and Welfare website for more information. Reel Time Theater Schedule or check … Continue reading
Posted in Adults, JFC Brunssum- Info, Kids, Rainy day items
Tagged Movie, Movies, Plays, Theater
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Ocean Wok Paradise- Sittard
Located in Sittard, the Ocean Wok Paradise is a moderately upscale Asian Buffet. If you go right near opening hours the atmosphere is perfect. They only serve dinner, however do offer take-out at lunch time. The atmosphere is what I … Continue reading
Markets in the Local Area- Plus Late Night Shopping!
Markets and Late Night Shopping in the Local Area TOWN MARKET DAYS LATE NIGHT SHOPPING Amstenrade Thurs morning Beek Wed morning Fri Brunssum Sat morning Thurs Elsloo Sat morning Fri Eygleshoven Sat 10.00-17.00 hrs Geleen Thurs, Sat all day Thurs … Continue reading
Posted in Food, Geilenkirchen, Heinsberg, Maastricht, Markets, NO COST, Other markts, Sittard
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The BAHN- trains in Germany
Trains in Europe have been a mystery to me until my recent train adventure. I would like to share with you my experiences with the train system in hopes that it will help you a bit during your first train expedition. … Continue reading
Monschauer Vennbad- Swimming in Monschau
This indoor pool has basic amenities for a sports pool. It is a great place to take a swim and relax, not a water park. The hours and prices are posted on their website: 3€ for adults- 2,30€ for children. … Continue reading
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Eifel National Park
A nature lovers paradise, this park offers a view at wild animals, gorgeous views of nature at its finest, and a tour if you aren’t sure of your naturist side :). The park can be reached easily by car and … Continue reading
El Greco, Greek restaurant, Stahe
Offering Greek fare right on the B-56 in Stahe, the El Greco Griechisches Restaurant is a very popular place among the locals. We live just a minute from the front doors of this restaurant and see the parking lot full almost every night. The … Continue reading
Mosae Forum : Maastricht
The large town of Maastricht has a mall atop the parking structure that you use to visit the architecture and history. It is called the Mosae Forum and it’s pretty awesome! Maas is plumb full of shops, but only in this mall can … Continue reading
Posted in Cities, Clothing, Craft/Home decor, Food, Maastricht
Tagged Maastricht, mall, Mosae Forum
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Camping in the GK area
This post will be ever changing and ever growing. I felt the need to post it, even with limited information, because of the growing myth that GK has no places to camp. In my travels I have come across a … Continue reading
C&A Clothing
C&A is a franchise specializing in clothing. Their stores can offer an entire families clothing options depending on which city you find one in, but I especially enjoy their children’s clothing. Their looks are affordable, chic, and always cutting edge. … Continue reading
Posted in Aachen, Clothing, Cologne, Heinsberg, Sittard
Tagged C&A, children's clothing, kids, shopping
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H&M
H&M does not really need an introduction to this page, but for those new to the area: It’s a shopping paradise. The clothes are European, plentiful, and best of all- CHEAP! I used to love Charlotte Russe in the States and … Continue reading
JFC Brunssum- Allied Joint Command Amenities
Brunssum is a NATO base in the Netherlands. Located just a hop, skip, and a jump from our west gate it has facilities that GK does not. Many services must be completed at this base including US ID Card replacement. … Continue reading
Posted in JFC Brunssum- Info, Kids, NO COST, Open Sunday, Parks/pools
Tagged brunnsum, kids activities, Library, pool
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Gas Station Hours & ESSO Locations
Do you need to find a gas station store open past 8 o’clock on a Monday night? I did some research and put together this list of gas station hours. Also located below is a list of the nearby ESSO … Continue reading
Posted in Auto or Motorcycle, Geilenkirchen NATO Base - Info, General Local Info
Tagged AAFES Card, ESSO, Gas, Gas Station
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Planning Your European vacation
First off, I would like to say that what I do is not right, or perfect, or the only way you could possibly plan a vacations from Germany. I am just saying… this is what I do. 1. Get a … Continue reading
Beaches of The Netherlands
Far north (about two and a half hours) is the wonderful ocean region of our community. They call this region for the most part The Hauge. There are many beaches scattered about this region ranging from straight up touristy to … Continue reading
Posted in Kids, Parks/pools, Places "HereAtGK" has been
Tagged beach, fun, kids, summer
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Day Trips : The IYA and MWA
Located on GK NATO AB is the organization, IYA. This group takes care of school aged child care on base as well as plans a plethora of outings for children and their parents. Visit their building during base business hours … Continue reading
Posted in Geilenkirchen NATO Base - Info, Travel Tips and Resources
Tagged Day Trips, IYA, MWA
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Mondo Verde theme/amusement park
Mondo Verde is a theme park dedicated to the enjoyment of nature. This being said, there is also an amusement park located inside that has a variety of fair rides. Adults enter for about 15 euro, children 9. There are … Continue reading
Posted in Kids, Open Sunday, Parks/pools
Tagged Dinosaurs, Kids fun, Mondo Verde, Theme Park
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Barefoot Park – Blotevoeten Park, Brunssum
Barefoot Park in Brunssum is located in the MiniHaven Schutterspark in Brunssum, perfectly situated between JFC Brunssum and the GK back gate. The park is a barefoot obstacle course good for the young and young at heart. My children and I … Continue reading
Koln Zoo
This zoo is a vast collection of many different types of animals. We spent the day here and could have spent two. The zoo is divided into sections for the land animals and the sea animals as well as a … Continue reading
Aachen Day Trip
Aachen day trip is amazing! Just a short drive away, this place offers a starbucks, shopping, restuarants, a centrum with an occasional market, and is where the college is located. Using the trip advisor I have on my phone allowed … Continue reading
Burg Rode, Herzogenrath
Burg Rode is located in Herzogenrath Germany, near Kerkrade. The castle was first documented in 1104 as a monastery. It is an absolutely beautiful castle that is used for weddings and is open for tours all summer long. The castle … Continue reading
Jabusch German restaurant, Geilenkirchen
Jabusch is a great restaurant in the middle of the market place of Geilenkirchen. It serves fabulous and reasonably priced German fare. The restaurant itself is quaint with an outside eating place that serves as a great place to view the … Continue reading
Maastricht
A visit to Maastricht can provide a wide variety of amazing opportunities for sightseeing, especially architectural. Maastricht holds their claim to fame as being the oldest preserved city in all of Holland. Holland is a state of the Netherlands. (Edit: … Continue reading
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Lego Land – Gunzburg, Germany
It was my son’s birthday just 2 brief months after we arrived here at GK. Being the awesome parents we are, we wanted to plan a trip to his most sought after adventure: Lego Land! I began researching in mid … Continue reading
Posted in Kids, Places "HereAtGK" has been
Tagged amusement park, bavaria, gunzburg, kids, lego land
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Neiderbusch Park
In the small town of Neiderbusch there is a city park that my children just love. It is a large park that the town is very proud of and it is taken care of nicely. There is a zip-line, tall … Continue reading
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Rodebach/ Roode Beek Park
Gangelt is a beautiful town offering amazing activites and restaurants. One treasure is a setback park called Rodebach- Roode Beek Park. This park offers mini-golf, a great outdoor pool, boat rides on a quaint pond, and a restaurant on site. … Continue reading
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AquaZoo- Dusseldorf Germany
Located amongst a plethora of beautiful parks in the museum district of Dusseldorf is the AquaZoo. As its name represents it is a garden of retiles, fish, and other water life including penguins. The facility also houses a small rainforest … Continue reading
Magic Park- Kids play park – Currently closed
Magic Park has temporarily closed! More information on this will be posted if the situation changes. Thank you! Tucked back in the Industrial/Business district of Geilenkirchen is a gem of a child’s play place called Magic Park. Two stories tall … Continue reading
El Dorado Steakhouse
The El Dorado is a traditionally upscale restaurant in the Market Place of Heerlen. It is located on the Pancratiuspleen court next to a nice Korean restaurant. The fare was an authentic Argentinean steak house type. You must walk up … Continue reading
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