Martin Dijkman is one of the last artisans keeping clog-making alive—each pair a one-of-a-kind creation, carved from a single block of wood.

Born in 1944, Oudolf grew up in the rural town of Bloemendaal, where his parents ran a restaurant. Plants were never really ...

Stone houses line the peaceful streets like gentle guardians. The entire town sits on the National Register of Historic Places. That’s like winning first prize in a beauty contest for old buildings.