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Author: Anastasia Dudina

Since moving to the Netherlands 11 years ago, Anastasia has tirelessly explored the country. She shares her best tips and travel advice on her blog Holland Explorer.
National tulip day Amsterdam 2025
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National Tulip Day in Amsterdam 2026

Amsterdam light festival 2024/2025
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Amsterdam Light Festival 2026: cruises and tickets

How to get to Zandvoort beach from Amsterdam
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How to get from Amsterdam to Zandvoort?

Museumplein ice rink, skating in Amsterdam
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Museumplein ice rink: skating in the heart of Amsterdam

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New Year in Amsterdam: museums opening hours

Can Amsterdam Light Festival tickets sell out - “Blueprint” artwork by Reier Pos on the National Maritime Museum facade. Copyright Janus van den Eijnden
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Can Amsterdam Light Festival tickets be sold out?

Christmas markets the Netherlands
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Christmas Markets 2026 in the Netherlands (and beyond)

Sinterklaas arrival 2024
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Sinterklaas 2025 in the Netherlands

Black Friday Amstedam TUI sale
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Black Friday 2025 in Amsterdam: deals and discounts

Christmas presents from the Netherlands
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Christmas presents: ideas and inspiration

Amstel hotel in Amsterdam
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Hotels in Amsterdam: where to stay?

SAIL Amsterdam 2025 program and tickets
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SAIL 2025 Amsterdam: dates, tickets and program

Rent a bike in Amsterdam
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How to rent a bike in Amsterdam?

Cheese markets in the Netherlands in 2025
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Cheese markets 2025 in the Netherlands

Vlaggetjesdag 2024
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Vlaggetjesdag 2025: visit the herring festival

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Welcome to the Netherlands!

My name is Anastasia Dudina, and I am a local. I will help you discover the most beautiful places, find authentic experiences and plan your trip – from getting to Amsterdam from the airport to booking museum tickets.

Best places to visit in the Netherlands:

  • Amsterdam
  • Haarlem
  • Giethoorn
  • Zaanse Schans
  • Volendam and Marken
  • Texel
  • Zandvoort beach
  • Keukenhof

Popular topics:

  • Prices in Amsterdam
  • I amsterdam city card
  • Public transport
  • Canal cruises
  • Museums in Amsterdam

In my travel guide you will find tips, addresses and links for planning your trip. If you have questions, please feel free to ask in comments!

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