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Amsterdam • Netherlands

A destination the world looks upon as a city of sin. Despite the coffee shops and red-light district Amsterdam is sure to make you see things differently! Amsterdam is the capital and largest city of the Netherlands, situated 2 metres above sea level, its name is derived from Amstellerdam, indicative of the city’s origin when […]

Humphrey’s Restaurant

When in Amsterdam I can’t resist a return visit to my favourite place to eat and dine Humphrey’s Restaurant. Offering a 3 course fixed price meal with a selection of starter, main and dessert that changes with what is in season. Drinks are not included in the price, but for the quality and amount of food […]

Netherlands

Also called Holland, the word Dutch is used to refer to the people, the language, and anything pertaining to the Netherlands. Known for its windmills, tulips, wooden shoes, cheese and Delftware pottery are among the items associated with the Netherlands, and most importantly, its social tolerance. The Netherlands is a constitutional monarchy, located in northwestern […]

Max Brown Hotel Museum Square (The Poet Hotel)

Max Brown Hotel Museum Square (previously names The Poet Hotel) Amsterdam lies around the corner from the famous Vondelpark, right in Amsterdam’s chic museum district. It offers compact, boutique-style rooms with flat-screen cable TV and private bathrooms. Set in a classic townhouse, each room comes with a small work desk, a clothing closet and a […]

Tulip Inn Amsterdam Centre

Tulip Inn Amsterdam Centre is set in 10 monumental townhouses, around the corner from the lively Dam Square and Warmoesstraat area. It offers accommodation with flat-screen TVs and private bathrooms. Free WiFi is available. Each room also comes with tea/coffee making facilities. Every morning, a continental buffet breakfast is served in the attractive breakfast room […]

Nova Hotel

The Nova Hotel is a modern 3-star hotel, located in 5 beautiful historic buildings in the heart of Amsterdam. Find yourself directly behind the Royal Palace and Dam square with free Wi-Fi. The Nova Hotel has modern rooms which are colourfully decorated. Many rooms have 3 or 4 beds and are ideal for small groups […]

RHO Hotel

Rho Hotel is situated on the edge of Dam Square, 1,039 yards from Amsterdam Central Railway Station. It offers free Wi-Fi and the lobby is an impressive Art Deco-style former theatre. All of the rooms at Rho Hotel include satellite TV and a refrigerator. They also each have a private bathroom with a shower. Breakfast […]

Moevenpick Hotel Amsterdam City Center

Moevenpick Hotel Amsterdam City Center is located on the edge of the River IJ, opposite the Muziekgebouw Bimhuis tram stop. This luxurious hotel boasts a wellness centre and gym. Mövenpick Hotel Amsterdam City Centre offers sound-proofed rooms with climate control and views on the river and Amsterdam. Each room has free WiFi, a minibar, satellite TV […]

Amsterdam – Losing its Edge

Amsterdam will become a different place when the new laws come into effect here bringing an end to drug tourism in Amsterdam. Soon coffee shops will become members clubs but this doesn’t mean those visiting can’t take or enjoy smoking pot openly. It just means it is likely to push the sales onto the streets […]

Amsterdam – End of Drug Tourism?

The days of visiting Amsterdam for the joy of openly smoking and using recreational drugs could soon come to an end after new Dutch legislation threatens drug tourism. The present right-wing coalition government is pushing to restrict the operations of the coffee shops and to prohibit the sale of the drugs to nonresidents. If the […]

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Amsterdam • Netherlands

Humphrey’s Restaurant

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Max Brown Hotel Museum Square (The Poet Hotel)

Tulip Inn Amsterdam Centre

Nova Hotel

RHO Hotel

Moevenpick Hotel Amsterdam City Center

Amsterdam – Losing its Edge

Amsterdam – End of Drug Tourism?