Author: Dutch Girl in London

Dutchie living in London and loving it! Editor, translator, project manager, blogger & East London tour guide. Join me on a walking tour in trendy & historical areas as Shoreditch and Spitalfields and discover a part of London tourists usually miss out on during their city trip. Tour only in Dutch! Visit my website to find loads of interesting London events and vital info for all tourists, also non-Dutchies.
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Portrait of Zarina with her eyes closed

Reflections #24: A Month of Personal Growth and Healing

Once a month I write my personal review of the previous four weeks. Whilst this year has been mostly characterised by grief and sadness, this month I took my first steps into my healing process. Slowly starting to feel inspired again, today’s blog post includes some of my favourite photos and books from the last month. But also personal reflections and, as always, the list of films and series I’ve watched!

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portrait of Zarina smiling and making peace signs

Reflections #23: What Will Be Left After Coronavirus?

Once a month I write my personal review of the previous four weeks. Whilst normally filled with frequent travels, nowadays my Reflections seem to be more focussed on my mental (un)well-being. In between reading books and watching tons of films, I’ve been struggling to find my place in our current corona-riddled world and frequently wondered what will be left for us to enjoy in the near future.

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Zarina birdwatching with binoculars

Reflections #21: Closed for Summer!

On the last Sunday of the month I write my personal review of the previous four weeks. This month I had a strange encounter with a magical creature in the forest, fixed and broke our washing machine and made a decision about the future of ‘Dutch Girl in London’. Finally, I’m sharing the latest updates on my lockdown vegetables and sixpack, and of course my monthly recommendations for films and series!

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Mural on Mile End Road of famous people in Whitechapel, London history

Notable People of Whitechapel: London History

Steeped in history and intrigue, Whitechapel might be one of London’s most chronicled neighbourhoods. Formerly part of the infamous East End of London, Whitechapel has been home to several famous people. This article reveals the most notable Whitechapel figures and residents, from Jack the Ripper, to James Cook to Vladimir Lenin.

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the best things to do near London Bridge

Things to Do Near London Bridge (+ Free Map)

Following my list with things to do around Tower Bridge, here’s a your ultimate guide to the best things to do near London Bridge. This London guide covers common questions asked by first-time visitors to London, such as: What is there to do near London Bridge? And: What is near London Bridge Station? Find all the answers here!

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Portrait of my husband and I pulling silly faces

Reflections #19: Loco Lockdown Birthday Parties

On the last Sunday of the month I write my personal review of the previous four weeks. But what do you write about when one day just seems to blur into the other? Today’s blog post looks back at our birthday parties, the development of my (nearly visible?) sixpack and of course my monthly recommendations for films, series, books and music!

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