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Queen’s Day in Amsterdam
When is Queens Day? Queen’s Day is celebrated every year on 30 April. It’s a national holiday, celebrating the birthday of the Queen of the Netherlands. The night before 30 april, is a night of...
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Tulip gardens in bloom
April and May are the perfect months to visit the bulb fields in bloom. The coloured fields and gardens full of tulips are located near the Dutch city of Lisse, between Leiden and Amsterdam. In 2013,...
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Queensday 2011
Amsterdam received over 800.000 visitors in 2011, to celebrate Queen’s Day 2011. They came from all over Holland and even abroad to party in orange. The weather was excellent, the crowd friendly. Some...
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Dutch ice cream
On hot days it’s best to cool off with a real Dutch ice cream. Several Amsterdam ice cream shops have started making delicious ice creams. As a big producer of dairy products, it’s not strange that the...
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City beaches
If the beaches at the North Sea are too far for you, check out these city beaches in Amsterdam. Urban beaches are perfect for a quick get away from the crowded city life to enjoy the Amsterdam sun at...
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East architecture walk
Just East of Amsterdam Central Station, following the Oosterdokskade, there has been a lot of development. Interesting architecture include the Amsterdam Doubletree hotel, the new public library and...
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5 Things to do in April
Looking for things to do in April in Amsterdam? April is the festive month with Easter and the beginning of Spring. In Holland, painting hard boiled eggs and egg hunts, the easter bunny and chocolate...
View ArticleRenting a private boat
Amsterdam is best seen from the water and renting your own private boat is a fantastic way to spend a warm day. To go cruising in the 17th century canal belt in your own rented boat with your own group...
View ArticleHortus Botanicus
The Amsterdam botanical garden, Hortus Botanicus, is one of the oldest botanical gardens in the world. Enjoy live jazz music on their lovely outdoor terrace, go see the giant water lily and step in the...
View ArticleWestern Islands walk
Just West of Central Station Amsterdam lay three peaceful islands. These 'Western Islands' are wonderful for a beautiful 1,5-hour walk. Follow these directions to walk around in this beautful area....
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