Exploring Amsterdam and Beyond
Hi, I’m Lily — an Amsterdam-based creative director, writer, and photographer sharing stories of my adventures near and far.
Here, you’ll find curated travel guides and photo journals that highlight people, places, and perspectives through my lens of creative curiosity.
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Series Feature: Honey Talks Season 2
HONey Talks is a web series that aims to empower, inform, and entertain our global community through bold conversations about topics that matter to modern, multidimensional women. Watch season 2 on YouTube or listen on Spotify.
Black-Owned Amsterdam City Guide
Discover where to eat, drink and shop at diverse Black-owned businesses in Amsterdam. Spend a day supporting Black-owned businesses from restaurants to shops and cultural spaces in Amsterdam.
Amsterdam Walking Tours City Guide
Discover the very best of Amsterdam and explore this amazing city on foot with my Amsterdam Self-Guided Walking Tours!
Podcast Feature: Out of Home Amsterdam — Let's Talk About Racism
Check out the Out Of Home podcast for an important discussion on systemic racism and the ongoing #BlackLivesMatter protests.
Amsterdam Day Trip: Cycling to Het Twiske Nature Reserve
Leave Amsterdam behind and take a bike ride through the countryside for a relaxing day in nature at Het Twiske.
Amsterdam Conscious Shopping City Guide
Discover sustainable brands and conscious shopping in Amsterdam. Travel writer Lily Heaton curates the Amsterdam City Guide for iAmsterdam Magazine. Discover her top picks for sustainable brands, concept stores, and neighborhood tips in this conscious shopping guide to Amsterdam.
Amsterdam Oost City Guide
Discover the very best of Amsterdam Oost! Explore my favorite places to eat, drink and shop in this diverse neighborhood on the east side of Amsterdam.