Author: Stephan van der Meer

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Stephan van der Meer
05
Nov

When to do a Canal Cruise in Amsterdam?

Drifting through Amsterdam’s picture perfect canals on a boutique boat? Yes, it really is as good as it sounds, whatever the season on your private canal cruise. But there are of course some particularly beautiful times of the year to discover the 165 canals of Amsterdam. Read on to find out the best time to...
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31
Mar

Bike tour from Amsterdam to the Countryside

Soak up the fresh air and visit the countryside just a stone’s throw from Amsterdam. Feel like escaping the city for a day? It couldn’t be easier!
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03
Feb

24 hours in Amsterdam

Only one day in Amsterdam? We’ve got your itinerary covered. This is just one of the options to see a beautiful part of Amsterdam.
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13
Sep

What to do when it rains in Amsterdam?

The odd rain cloud bringing drizzle, showers or a full blown storm may occasionally drift over Amsterdam’s skies… …Ok, maybe it’s a little more than occasionally. But that does mean that the city is always ready for a little rain. Plus there’s still plenty to do during a downpour!
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A group of people with bicycles stand on a paved path, talking and preparing for a ride in a park-like setting with green trees and bushes.
12
Dec

How to ‘survive’ a Bike Ride in Amsterdam

You decided to come to Amsterdam, the bike capital of the world. On the first day of your visit to Amsterdam you are almost runover over by cyclists several times. Can you imagine to get on a bike yourself?
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06
Dec

Horrific stories in the Amsterdam Jewish neighborhood

When booking an experience we always feel that you get more out of it when you have done some research. Needless to say, you can do a lifetime of reading on WWII history and still not feel that you have covered it all.
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28
Nov

Amsterdam’s most Recommended Bars

Amsterdam’s Recommended Bars, The most special and recommended bars in Amsterdam. Unique locations, drinks of an amazing view. Amsterdam Experiences
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01
Aug

Top 10 Hidden Gems of Amsterdam

Amsterdam is home to many hidden places that can be easily overlooked at first glance without a private guide. It took us years of walking and biking around all over Amsterdam to stumble upon such secrets.
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Amsterdam old town canal corner
19
Jul

Our 8 Favorite Luxury 5-star Hotels in Amsterdam

From canal-house palaces to Japanese serenity above the skyline: our local guide to the eight finest five-star hotels in Amsterdam, and the private tours that start from their lobbies.
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15
Jul

The Canal Belt & Housing Boom in Amsterdam

Amsterdam is famous for many things. But perhaps its most iconic features are its canal belt ("Grachtengordel" in Dutch) and the beautiful Canal Houses built around them. I happen to have a friend that lives on Keizersgracht (Emperor's Canal). One of the main historic...
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