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A visual diary of the vibrant Rotterdam
by MonicaReading Time: 3 minutesRotterdam is a city overflowing with history, delicious food, inspiring architecture and art. And it attracts curious travellers from all over the world. As we are yet to explore freely, we’ve asked our Travel Community to share their favourite travel photos of the city, so you can enjoy a unique perspective of the city from the comfort -
Best Things to Do for Couples in Amsterdam
by MonicaReading Time: 7 minutesCouples in Amsterdam can experience a treasure trove of romantic moments. The city blooms beautifully in spring, making it the perfect time to visit with tulips, daffodils, and crocuses adorning parks and fields. Hop on a pedal boat for a leisurely canal ride or enjoy a captivating evening cruise, where canal houses and bridges glow -
by MonicaReading Time: 4 minutesRotterdam’s food scene is an apt representation of the diverse cultures and influences that make the city what it is today. As well as the chunky fries, stroopwafels and other Dutch classics you’d expect to find in the Netherlands’ second biggest city, the likes of Turkish, Japanese and Surinamese cuisines are all popular options too. With so
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Food Travel The 15 Best Dutch Foods To Try
by MonicaReading Time: 7 minutesWorld-famous cheese, sweet treats and unusual flavours. What not to miss in Dutch capital. Stamppot Stamppot A tasty mishmash of classic comfort foods This hot, steaming plate of soft, buttery potato is all mashed up with vegetables like curly kale, spinach or sauerkraut. Usually topped with a smoked sausage called a rookworst, this warming winter -
Markthal Is the Biggest Indoor Markets
by MonicaReading Time: 3 minutesThe market in the historic center of Rotterdam, characterized by its roof which is a horseshoe arch of 40 meters in height, offers a mixture of different programs aimed at revitalizing the Laurenskwartier district where it goes up. Aside from the market, the complex harbors shops, restaurants, housing, and underground parking. The Indoor Market Rotterdam’s -
Rotterdam: the City Rebuilt From Its Rubble
by MonicaReading Time: 3 minutesOn May 14th, 1940, Rotterdam was flattened in an aerial bombardment that left only three buildings standing. But within four days, plans were afoot to radically rebuild the entire city. The architectural wonderland that rose out of the ashes is still thrillingly modern and unique. And we’ve found five buildings that are iconic to the city. Rotterdam -
Spend less and see more in Amsterdam
by MonicaReading Time: 4 minutesVisiting Amsterdam doesn’t have to be pricey. The more touristy attractions may come with a price tag, but there are a number of great sights and activities that are completely free. Even getting around Amsterdam can be free or very low cost. Despite its size, the city is very walkable with many of the must-see areas super -
The Best Rotterdam Art and Design Hotspots
by MonicaReading Time: 4 minutesRotterdam may be the Netherlands’ second city but when it comes to art and design, it more than matches up to the culture-rich capital of Amsterdam. From street art to sculptures, the city has an incredible variety of artistic styles on display within its numerous galleries and the aptly named ‘Cool District’. With eye-catching offerings at -
The coolest neighbourhoods in Amsterdam
by MonicaReading Time: 6 minutesFrom flea markets in industrial warehouses to canal-side cafés and 17th-century gabled architecture, this guide takes you through Amsterdam’s diverse neighbourhoods, showing you the highlights according to global travellers. Architecture in Amsterdam City Centre Find rows of rainbow tulips at Bloemenmarkt, the world’s only floating flower market Particularly if you’ve never been to Amsterdam before,