Jet2 to the Netherlands: Cubes, Canals, and Curious Towers

#budgetairlines First Landing: Architecture with Attitude After arriving at Rotterdam The Hague Airport, I hopped on the train toward the city. But before diving into The Hague itself, I couldn’t resist a quick detour to Rotterdam—a playground of modern architecture. And right near the station: the iconic Cube Houses (Kubuswoningen). These bright yellow, tilted cubes stacked like houses from a dream look more like origami than real apartments. Some are lived in, one is open to visitors. I stepped inside and climbed the slanted stairs, disoriented in the best way. Everything is at an angle, and yet… it works. It’s a reminder that Dutch design doesn’t just build buildings—it tells stories. Across the square, I spotted the famous Pencil Tower (Het Potlood)—a spire-shaped apartment block that looks like someone dropped a giant gray crayon into the skyline. Weird? Yes. Memorable? Definitely. To The Hague: Sunshine and Still Water After a short train ride, I reached The Hague, a city where politics, art, and the sea all blend into something surprisingly chill. It was a sunny afternoon, and I headed straight to the Hofvijver—the long reflecting pond beside the Dutch Parliament buildings. Locals lounged on the grassy banks, geese floated across the water, and sunlight danced on brick façades. Behind it all, the Binnenhof stood like a fortress of calm power. No ticket needed. No crowds pushing. Just sun, water, and quiet architecture watching you back.