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 Amsterdam News

February 3, 2012
Amsterdam NewsHaarlemmerdijk and SurroundingsHaarlemmerstraat and Surroundings:
Haarlemmerdijk While Amsterdam’s most expensive shopping street, the P.C. Hooftstraat, was recently rated third on a list of the world’s nicest places to shop, shoppers throughout the Netherlands have selected the city’s Haarlemmerdijk and Haarlemmerstraat as, together, the nicest shopping street in Holland. »

January 18, 2012
Amsterdam NewsShops:
P.C. Hooftstraat in Amsterdam Amsterdam’s most expensive shopping street, the P.C. Hooftstraat, has been rated third on a list of the world’s nicest places to shop.

Orchard Street in Signapore took first place, followed by Avenue de la Liberté in Luxembourg. »

January 10, 2012
Amsterdam News:
Amsterdam living statue The municipality of Amsterdam will examine whether its policies for street artists can be tightened.

A sharp increase in the number of East European street performers is causing much trouble in the city’s center. »

January 9, 2012
Amsterdam News:
Amsterdam ambulance Over the past three years 51 people have drowned in the canals of Amsterdam. Only one of those casualties occurred as the result of a crime.

Most of the victims were drunks who fell in while trying to relieve themselves. »

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 Dam Square -- The Heart of Amsterdam

Dam Square (or, as locals say, 'De Dam') is Amsterdam’s best-known square, and it is a handy central location from which to explore the medieval city centre.
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We'll tell you what to see, what to avoid, and where to get a sandwich or pastry and something to drink.

Plus: we'll answer the question: Was this the spot where Amsterdam got its name?


 Highlight: Five Top Amsterdam Museums

Ask us which museums to visit in Amsterdam, and we'll give you this short list:
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 Book a Hotel or Hostel in Amsterdam

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 First Time Visitors

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Amsterdam Hotels GuideHow to get from Schiphol Airport    to Amsterdam Central Station
Why is Amsterdam so tolerant?
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How to order a beer in Amsterdam
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What to do in Amsterdam
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 Amsterdam Weather

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 Amsterdam Public Transport

Amsterdam has an extensive, reliable public transport system that includes buses, trams (trolleys), metro (underground), and ferries.

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 Amsterdam Royal Palace

The Royal Palace at Amsterdam's Dam Square was once referred to by some as 'the world's eighth wonder.'

But as anyone who has seen the building knows, you'll have to go inside to understand why that was so.


 Visit an Amsterdam Cafe

The Dutch use cafés and their outdoor terraces like an extension of their living room. They’re comfortable places where you can relax, shoot the breeze, read, write, or do nothing at all.

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This travel and visitors guide to Amsterdam, Holland, is presented by a handful of Amsterdam locals - not by paid professionals, tourist office officials, or any other agency.

We love this city and enjoy sharing our knowledge and enthousiasm with others. Amsterdam is truly the world's most unique city; a thriving, world-class metropolis in pocket format.

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 Amsterdam Tourist Information

February 3, 2012
Weather:
Amsterdam weather in February February is the coldest month throughout the Netherlands, and the the coldest time of the year to spend in Amsterdam.

But it’s also one of the driest months, and with the lengthening days you’ll see a bit more sun. »

January 3, 2012
Weather:
Amsterdam weather January January tends to be Amsterdam’s coldest month. Expect anything from gloomy days with (near) freezing temperatures to deep blue, cloudless skies with lots of sun.

Plan for rain and don’t be surprised to see snow… »

December 13, 2011
Amsterdam PhotosCafes & PubsJordaan:
Cafe Tabac, Amsterdam Located at what many consider to be one of the most beautiful spots in Amsterdam — the corner of Prinsengracht and Brouwersgracht — Café Tabac is a popular pub known for its friendly staff and customers. »

December 12, 2011
Amsterdam Videos:
Amsterdam bicylces In Amsterdam bicycling is seen primarily as the best way to get from point A to point B in a 700+ years old city that was not designed for heavy traffic.

But tourists also view cycling in Amsterdam as a tourist attraction — either as a fun activity or a spectator sport. »

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