De Wallen, Amsterdam’s red-light district, offers activities such as legal prostitution and a number of coffee shops that sell marijuana. It is one of the main tourist attractions. What goes on in Amsterdam Red Light District? The Amsterdam Red Light District is not only about prostitution and coffee shops. You can find a great variety […]

The rich cultural background has propelled museums, art galleries, and theatres to thrive. Amsterdam is the leading city with the most extensive museums per inhabitant in the world. The city has over 51 museums that provide a reliable historical reference of how Amsterdam grew through the ages. What is this? What is Amsterdam best known […]

April. Tulip season runs from the end of March until mid May, but the flowers are usually at their best halfway through April. More than 7 million flower bulbs bloom in spring at the Keukenhof in Lisse. It is one of the best places to discover many different kinds of tulips. What month do tulips […]

Fewer killings in the largest cities Jaar Amsterdam The Hague 2017 16 7 2018 14 10 2019 17 14 2020* 12 7 How many murders in Amsterdam each year? There was one murder a month in Amsterdam last year. In total, 121 people were murdered in the Netherlands last year, four down on 2019 and […]

Life in Amsterdam is generally calmer than visitors might expect. Away from the tourist-filled areas, the Dutch capital is a relaxed, family-friendly place. In general, the city is very safe, yet you will want to use caution in other areas where bike thefts are common. Is Amsterdam a good place to live? Amsterdam is truly […]

Most immigrants in Amsterdam Relatively most of them live in the four large cities. Amsterdam houses most: nearly one third of people living in Amsterdam have a non-western foreign background. Where do most immigrants live in the Netherlands? AmsterdamMost immigrants live in the West of the country. While only 12.5% of all inhabitants live in […]

To legitimatize Dutch claims to New Amsterdam, Dutch governor Peter Minuit formally purchased Manhattan from the local tribe from which it derives it name in 1626. According to legend, the Manhattans–Indians of Algonquian linguistic stock–agreed to give up the island in exchange for trinkets valued at only $24. Why did the Dutch start the colony […]

Life in Amsterdam is generally calmer than visitors might expect. Away from the tourist-filled areas, the Dutch capital is a relaxed, family-friendly place. In general, the city is very safe, yet you will want to use caution in other areas where bike thefts are common.Life as a Foreigner. Is Amsterdam a nice place to live? […]

According to The Economist, Amsterdam is the 6th safest major city in the world and number 1 in Europe. That being said, Amsterdam is still the least safe city in the Netherlands. Regardless of whatever the numbers say, Amsterdam still has criminal elements (every major city does). What are the cons of living in Amsterdam? […]

Is the Eurostar from Amsterdam to London cheaper than flying?With fares starting at around £70 return at their cheapest, flying to Amsterdam is still cheaper than taking the Eurostar, as we found plane tickets from just £47 return online for flights in May 2020. Is it cheaper to fly or get the train to Amsterdam? […]

In 2016, the average cost of a Latte Grande from Starbucks coffeehouses in Zurich was 6.33 euros.Average price of coffee in Starbucks in selected European cities in 2016. Characteristic Average price in euros Paris 4.35 Vienna 4.25 Berlin 3.85 Amsterdam 3.75 How much does 1 Starbucks drink cost? The average price of a Starbucks drink […]

Georgia Goodwin was a recurring character on New Amsterdam. She was Max Goodwin’s wife. She passed away from a brain bleed in season 2 episode 1. Who does Max Goodwin end up with? Max Goodwin and Dr. Helen Sharpe will finally get their happily ever after, but viewers can’t be so sure that Max and […]

Yes, it does snow occasionally during winter in Amsterdam. You have to be pretty lucky however to witness the city as Winter Wonderland. On average it snows between 20-30 days per year in The Netherlands. However, snowfall here is often a sign that temperatures are rising. Which month does it snow in Amsterdam? It doesn’t […]

6 1/2 to 7 hours. Amsterdam-London by Ferry+Train combo The special Stena ships operating on this North Sea route are the 240m long Stena Hollandica and Stena Britannica and the sailing takes 6 1/2 to 7 hours. There are various ticket options available. How long is the ferry from UK to Amsterdam? 16 hours 45 […]

The majority of foreign nationals wishing to stay in the Netherlands for up to three months require a short stay visa or Schengen visa (Schengenvisum). Foreign nationals from the EU, EEA or Switzerland as well as some other countries are exempt from the visa requirement. Do I need a visa to stay in the Netherlands? […]