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Using Public Transportation in the Netherlands
All public transportation (trains, buses, metros, and trams) in the Netherlands now share a single OV-Chipkaart, or smart card, for seamless payments and easy transfers.
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Visit 19 Windmills at Kinderdijk, South Holland
Kinderdijk has the largest collection of historical windmills in the Netherlands. This top free tourist sight in South Holland is a great day-trip tour from Rotterdam.
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Stained-Glass Windows in Gouda, South Holland
The 16th-century stained-glass windows in De Sint Janskerk (St John's Church) in Gouda, South Holland are among the best post-medieval religious art in the Netherlands.
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Visit the Largest Bird Park in the Netherlands
Vogelpark Avifauna in Alphen aan den Rijn in South Holland is the largest bird park in the Netherlands and a great day trip from Den Haag, Gouda, Delft, and Rotterdam.
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See Dutch Masters in the Mauritshuis, the Hague
The Mauritshuis Royal Picture Gallery in The Hague is a top art collection with famous paintings by Dutch masters including Vermeer, Steen, Brueghel, and Rembrandt.
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Zaanse Schans in the Netherlands
Working Dutch industrial windmills and historical buildings can be seen at Zaanse Schans in Zaandam on a self-guided day-trip from Amsterdam in the Netherlands.
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Visit Keukenhof Flower Gardens in Holland
Keukenhof near Lisse, South Holland, is the world's largest flower garden park with around 7 million tulips, daffodils, crocuses, and other flowering bulbs on display.
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Amsterdam Luxury Hotels
Amsterdam luxury accommodations range from palatial digs overlooking the River Amstel to restored 17th-century canal houses with all the conveniences of the 21st century.
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Vondelpark, a Breath of Fresh Air in Amsterdam
In an urban oasis just south of Leidseplein, Vondelpark provides an ideal place for reflection and renewal over 120 sprawling acres of tree-shaded lawns, paths and ponds.
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Dam Square, Heart of Amsterdam
Any list of top Amsterdam attractions will include Dam Square, where Dutch culture, color and history attract throngs of visitors at all times of day and night.
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Explore Amsterdam's Red Light District
Amsterdam's famous Red Light District is mixed in with museums, hotels, and historical sites. The Rosse Buurt attracts all kinds, from criminals to curious tourists.
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Anne Frank House
There is something intensely sobering about visiting the Anne Frank House in Amsterdam. Despite its simple facade, the walls tell an incredible story to this day.
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Amsterdam More Than Just a Red Light District
Once known only for tulips, wooden shoes and its infamous Red Light District, Amsterdam is so much more. Today's Amsterdam is the place for adventurous travelers.
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Open Garden Days in Amsterdam
Baroque formal gardens, tea houses and trimmed hedges show a secret side of Amsterdam. Every year in June the private gardens open to the public during Open Tuinen Dagen.
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Walking and Cycling in Amsterdam Woods
Amsterdam's prettiest park is a haven for walking, cycling and horse riding, with over 100 miles of trails winding among tree-lined avenues and grassy meadows.
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Museums and Art Galleries in Amsterdam
Amsterdam is a thriving treasure, and there are several places that are a must-see on any trip to the city.
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Amsterdam Encounter Makes Good Holiday Guide
The latest Amsterdam travel guide is Lonely Planet's Encounter Amsterdam book, with locals recommending restaurants, bars, and bicycle rides for Amsterdam holidays.
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Amsterdam's Organic Markets
Growing interest in healthy eating and locally grown produce in recent years means Amsterdam now boasts three organic markets. All of them are worth a visit.
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Amsterdam Art and Culture Museums
Alongside the masterworks of Dutch art and culture, global history, culture, customs and artifacts imported by Dutch traders are Amsterdam's greatest gift to travelers.
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The American Pilgrim Museum
Located in the oldest house in Leiden, Holland, the American Pilgrim Museum tells the story of the Pilgrims before they emigrated to New England.
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Culture in Amsterdam's Red Light District
Usually associated with carnal pleasures, Amsterdam's Red Light District is also home to churches, restaurants and studios. This guide uncovers the best cultural spots.
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Visiting Amsterdam's Red Light District
A major tourist attraction, Amsterdam's Red Light District is an interesting and often eye-opening experience. Follow these tips for a safe, enjoyable visit.
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Travel Harwich to the Hook of Holland by Ferry
For those planning to 'go Dutch' with a trip from England to the Netherlands there is happily a cheaper, more direct and somewhat more relaxing alternative travel route.
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Places to Visit in Utrecht
Utrecht is a vibrant city with a population of over 0.25 million. It has a central location in the Netherlands and has many interesting places to visit.
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Amsterdam Offers Easy and Rewarding Travel
Amsterdam is a traveler's delight, offering a mélange of arts, culture and nightlife in a city blessed with efficient public transport and links to the rest of Europe.
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What to See in Amsterdam
From the Nightwatch to the Rikjsmuseum to free classical music concerts, a medival community to carillons, barrel organs Amsterdam has a host of free entertainment.
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Where Are the Good Bars in Amsterdam?
There are a plethora of guides to debauchery in Amsterdam, but if that's not your style or you just need a night off, here are some low-key nightlife options.
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City Breaks in Leiden
The picturesque university city in the center of the Netherlands has much to offer visitors, from smart but affordable restaurants to picturesque streets.
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Summer Vacations on Texel
It may not be the most obvious spot for a summer holiday of sun, sea and sand but the small island of Texel makes a great destination for all the family.
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Cycling Holidays in the Netherlands
The bicycle has long been an iconic image of Dutch life and thanks to brilliant paths and facilities, the Netherlands makes a great destination for a cycling holiday.
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Backpacking in Amsterdam, 2008
Home to picturesque canals and celebrated museums, the Dutch capital is still a fascinating city but beneath its scenery and culture lies a seedier side to its tourism.
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The Pilgrims in Leiden, Holland
Leiden in The Netherlands is an appropriate November destination because it may have inspired the first American Thanksgiving celebration at Plymouth.
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