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There’s a Dutch saying that goes, “Once you step outside your door, the hardest part is already behind you.” And it’s true, planning a trip and heading out on the road is often much easier than you expect. The hardest moment is deciding to go. That one step means change, excitement, and leaving your comfort zone for something new.
We know the feeling well, we’ve taken that same step ourselves. And so have millions of theme park fans and travelers who discovered how rewarding it is to explore the world beyond their hometown.
If you’re unsure where to begin or still wondering whether travel is right for you, don’t worry. We’ve gathered some inspiring guides, stories, and tips to help you take that first step.
Let’s make your next journey unforgettable.
Let’s be honest. If you’re reading this, chances are you’ve already caught it: The Park Bug. It starts out innocently, a trip to Efteling as a kid, a spontaneous visit to Disneyland Paris, a single YouTube video of a ride POV at Europa-Park and then suddenly you’re watching maintenance updates, memorising queue lengths, and planning entire vacations around opening dates.
We all know a Bob. You know… the one who rolls their eyes when you mention your next Disney or Efteling trip.The one who says theme parks are “for kids,” “too expensive,” or “all the same.” The one who tells you to be realistic, as if chasing joy is something to be embarrassed about. For every person who dreams of standing beneath a glowing castle, who follows coaster construction updates with glee, who plans trips around crowd calendars and festival seasons, there is a Bob telling you it’s silly. Wasteful. Immature. But here’s the truth:
Life has this funny habit of handing you a thousand reasons to wait. Wait until the weather is better. Wait until work slows down. Wait until you’re less tired, less busy, less broke, less overwhelmed. Wait until the kids are older, until your friend is free, until the stars line up and all the new rides in the world have been built for the forseaable future, but here’s the truth I’ve learned, as a traveler, as a creator, as someone who has spent countless hours wandering through Efteling, Europa-Park, Disney Parks, Universal Parks and every park in between: There is no perfect moment.
Travel is more than just getting up and going. It’s about being knowledgeable so you can travel better, cheaper, and longer. So besides the destination guides above, below you will find links to articles I’ve written that deal with planning your trip and other general advice, so your total vacation is as amazing as it can be. These articles are relevant for any trip, no matter how long!
