holland-explorer Archive
FAQ
I amsterdam City Card – is it worth it? The short answer is YES. The card gives free access to 70+ museums, the city’s top attractions and free
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Transport
How to get around in Amsterdam? That’s easy! Public transport journey planner will help you find out which tram, bus or metro line is the best for you.
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Amsterdam
Taking a canal cruise is probably the best way to explore Amsterdam, especially if you are visiting the Netherlands for the first time. Get on a boat and
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Amsterdam
Planning a short visit to Amsterdam and what to see the most of it in one day? Check out our top 11 list of must-see places and must-do
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Christmas
Amsterdam Light Festival is a winter outdoor festival of modern art, light and water. Dozens of historical buildings in the center of Amsterdam will be glittering with colour
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Christmas
Looking for Christmas inspiration and holiday spirit? Visit one of the Christmas markets 2023 in the Netherlands and other places in Europe! Christmas markets, big and small, are
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Schiphol
How far is Schiphol from Amsterdam city center? Schiphol airport is located 17 kilometers away from Amsterdam. After you pick up your luggage, head to Schiphol Plaza and
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Amsterdam
The Red Light District (or “De Wallen”) is the oldest part of Amsterdam. It’s worldwide known for its vibrant atmosphere and the red windows that display sex workers
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Accommodation
Spending a night at Amsterdam airport before your connecting flight or having an early departure from Schiphol? Book a hotel at Schiphol airport, get some good rest, have
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Destinations
Holland’s water village, the little green Dutch Venice, the Venice of the North – Giethoorn, a village in the province of Overijssel, has a lot of romantic names.
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Schiphol
Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS), known informally as Schiphol, is the main international airport of the Netherlands. Here is everything you need to know about travelling to, from and
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Destinations
Zandvoort aan Zee is situated 40 km away from Amsterdam. It’s known for its long North Sea beach as well as impressive coastal dunes merging with the Nationaal
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Destinations
Looking for a special place for a weekend getaway? Welcome on Texel! You will definitely enjoy the relaxing atmosphere, tranquility and stunning landscapes of this beautiful Dutch island.
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