Travel Guides: Welcome to Amsterdam

Amsterdam is a concrete jungle with an antique feel. The closeness and friendliness of the people in this village like city plus its way of life make the tourist’s appetite insatiable. This is because once you set foot in Amsterdam, adventure awaits.

Communication

Unlike other European cities, in Amsterdam, you will easily be able to order your food, book a hotel or maybe ask for directions. This is because English is the language used to transact business here.

Another home away from home

Amsterdam is only 219 square kilometres. This means that you will easily find your way around. You can’t help but feel that you are in the village while simultaneously enjoying the cosmopolitan feel of the European culture.

Heavenly dining experience

If the way to the human heart is through the stomach then Amsterdam as a city has won the hearts of many. There are so many places where you can enjoy a good meal and sample exotic dishes.

Fifteen. For those who have dined at this restaurant in London, the Dutch one is yet another exceptional outfit derived from Jamie Oliver’s concept. This is a place where 15 destinies are shaped and good food is made.

The Pancake Bakery. This is the Pancake version of Charlie and the chocolate factory. The pancake house is located in a 17th-century Dutch building.

Brasserie FLO Amsterdam. This is where you o to for some scrumptious French cuisine and fine wine.

Lots of things to do and see

Thanks to its small size, Amsterdam is a city that has no traffic issues. All you need is pedal power and you can cycle yourself to any destination.

If you do not want to ride a bike then why not take a walk? Most places of interest are located next to each other plus you can definitely think quickly on your feet. You should not forget that Amsterdam is the city of canals, well Venice too. You can go on a canal cruise and enjoy the city’s amazing backdrop.

If you are an art lover and a great enthusiast of Van Gogh’s work then you will definitely be fascinated to visit the Van Gogh museum. You will be able to see the creative process involved inside this 40-year-old home to art.

For those who love the strange but still want it to be factual, the Amsterdam Dungeon brings history to life. You will actually get to see and feel 500 dark years give you a chill in the spine.

Going to Amsterdam should not cost a fortune

You can actually afford going to Amsterdam thanks to cheap Amsterdam flights. All you need to do is proper research and see who is offering the lowest rates. Of course, at times you have to be smart and possibly travel during the low season. The Tulip season which is the peak season runs from April to September so if you want cheap flights, you will need to travel between January and March or October and December.