Travel

New Shade of the Amsterdam :

the province of North Holland, indicative The capital and largest city of the Netherlands, located in of the city’s origin: a dam in the river Amstel where the Dam Square is today. Settled as a small fishing village in the late 12th century, Amsterdam became one of the most important ports in the world during the Dutch Golden Age.

The land of the Art city; take the part of the Van Goh experience at the Van goh museum which includes the famous masterpiece “Starry night”. In addition, visitors to the Diamond Museum across the Van Gogh Museum, can marvel at a replica of Van Gogh’s Starry night, set with diamonds. And along the Fashion & Museum District and we also hope to be able to create more liveliness. Another interesting museum is well known painting Rambrant in the Rijksmuseum. It might be interesting to know that the bankruptcy came about because the company who commissioned the famous “Night Watch” was dissatisfied with the painting, which eventually ruined his career!

The Amsterdam tulip: Millions of tulips, narcissus, hyacinths and other bulb flowers, shrubs, water arrangements, fountains and dozens of works of art. In the coming season (19/3 to 21/5 2009) Keukenhof will take a close look at the historical relationship between the USA and the Netherlands. A spectacular flower mosaic of the Statue of Liberty, using more than 25,000 bulbs has been created. You can also follow an amazing American themed route and see an American style garden.

Amsterdam Accomodation: Amsterdam is a busy tourist destination and arriving with a room reservation may be crucial. It is advisable to book accommodation well in advance for the main tourist season, as well as for weekends and festive events. Visiting Amsterdam for business, holiday or a romantic getaway? With a vast selection of hotels and quaint B&Bs, as well as affordable youth hostels, Amsterdam has rooms in all price ranges and styles.
Amsterdam Foods: Find out the typical Dutch meal. The locals will tell you all about the Dutch cuisine. Often used ingredients are: potatoes, Gouda cheese, cabbage, beef, and unions. The local will unveil to you how to use these ingredients and prepare them into a delicious dish. How to make Stamppot (Mash pot) or the well known “Sudderlapje”(butter braised beef)?, what are the Dutch classics and their related eating customs. Also fun are the stories of daily life in Amsterdam. To conclude, a typical Dutch dessert will be included. Enjoy a delicious Dutch meal at a local’s home!

Amsterdam Shopping: Amsterdam has everything you would expect from a modern European city. Shopping from multi-level department store, the open air market to luxury shopping store. The antique ancient art, computer,even diamond shop and so on. Shops are normally open Monday to Saturday from 9 am until 6 pm (Mondays from 1 pm with department stores usually from 11 am). Sunday opening hours are from 12 noon until 5 pm in the city centre (not all shops are open).
Amsterdam Biking tour: Biking in Amsterdam is a quintessentially Dutch experience and by far the most popular (and most efficient) form of getting around. But Amsterdam’s frenzied flow of traffic and confusing streets can intimidate visitors on two wheels. Before you hop on your cruiser, these will help you; use the map, Lock it when leave it, Give right of way, know where to ride and never leave a bike unlocked, not even for a minute. Now, Rock it on

Tips in Amsterdam : For a person visiting the city for the first time it will be useful to keep certain tips in mind to make the journey more comfortable and economical. Though the city is safe and free from much criminal activity, the tourists should be aware of pick pocketing that is rampant in the city. The sale of tobacco and narcotics are illegal here, but possession of a small amount of it is tolerable. It is better not to pay tips to the waiters or drivers, as this custom is not prevalent in the city. The other important options that can save money and time for the tourists are the possession of Amsterdam Pass (I Amsterdam Card) and Strippenkaart (Strip Card). Purchasing these Cards from various offices and shops in the city will be really helpful for the people to travel throughout the city and visit all attractions with cheaper rates. Amsterdam Pass can help to avail discounts at various restaurants and also to use public transportation at nominal cost.