holland-explorer Archive
FAQ
Have you already heard about I amsterdam City Card? What most people know is that it gives free access to 70+ museums, the city’s top attractions and free
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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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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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Schiphol
Schiphol airport is located 17 kilometers away from Amsterdam. After you pick up your luggage, head to Schiphol Plaza and follow the signs to find the trains, buses
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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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Destinations
The old city of Haarlem is located just 15 minutes away from Amsterdam. It’s a definite must-see if you want to get a truly local experience in the
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Christmas
Looking for Christmas inspiration and holiday spirit? Visit one of the Christmas markets 2022 in the Netherlands and other places in Europe! Christmas markets, big and small, are
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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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Christmas
Visiting Amsterdam during the winter holidays season? Many Amsterdam museums are open on Christmas Day (25 December 2022) and New Year’s Day (1 January 2023). Check the opening
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Shopping
In the USA Black Friday is called the biggest shopping day of the year. But in the Netherlands you can count on good deals in numerous shops as
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Transport
The French capital of Paris is just a short train ride from Amsterdam. You can wake up in your hotel in Amsterdam and already eat fresh croissants near
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Keukenhof
Keukenhof is the world’s most beautiful spring flower garden. More than 7 million flower bulbs are planted in Keukenhof every year. It’s definitely a must-see place in the
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Destinations
Your visit to the Netherlands would not be complete without visiting the picturesque Dutch countryside. The Zaanse Schans, a typically Dutch small village with green-timbered houses and historical
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