Taking the road less traveled by . . .
“Ruminations” means thinking something over carefully. It’s also what cows do: chewing their cud. I’m the cow, chewing over my thoughts about what I see and experience before I sit down and write about them. Rachel’s Ruminations is a travel blog focused on independent travel with an emphasis on cultural and historical sites. I also occasionally write about my life in the Netherlands. Thank you for visiting!
A behind-the-scenes look
Keep in touch with Rachel’s Ruminations!
Latest from the Blog
16 Best travel gifts: A unique gift guide for travelers
Looking for unique travel gifts for travelers in your life? Here’s a short-but-sweet list of great gifts for travel lovers: a year-round gift guide.
All about tower houses in Ireland with tips for visiting
Everything you need to know about tower houses in Ireland – a variety of castle – before visiting: what to look for, which to see, and more!
Experiencing slow travel with UnTours: A review
Considering an UnTour? Read this review of the unique UnTours formula for slow travel – in this case in Switzerland.
Palm Cove, Queensland: Where to go, eat and stay
Palm Cove is a small seaside town with calm beaches and beautiful natural areas nearby. A perfect base for a North Queensland vacation!
Visiting Krka National Park in Croatia: Travel tips
Krka National Park in Croatia has some of the prettiest waterfalls and lovely hikes. Read lots of tips here!
Things to do in Figueres: A one-day itinerary
In this complete one-day itinerary, you can read about all the things to do in Figueres, Spain: not just the Dali Theater-Museum!