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NETHERLANDS TRAVEL INFORMATION
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Travel Guide to the Netherlands
(Holland):
Featured
Hotels in the Netherlands
Amsterdam
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Cheap
hotels deals in Amsterdam
Eight
Ways To Vacation In Holland
From
Windmills To Diamonds: Travel To Holland
Holland
- Beyond Amsterdam
Holidays
in Amsterdam - The Flower city
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Some Facts about Rotterdam
Maastricht:
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From
Windmills To Diamonds: Travel To Holland by Frank Johnson
Amsterdam
Hotels / Featured Hotels
Tulips, windmills and wooden
shoes might still be a draw to this Dutch region for some travelers; however,
Holland is a far more versatile locale with an international and maritime
history extending farther back than most of the rest of Europe, including
the establishment of New Amsterdam as a major trading city, which became
New York when the British took over. Holland, particularly Amsterdam, is
also well known for its diamond manufacturing and polishing industry. If
that tickles your fancy, make sure to visit the Amsterdam Diamond Center
located in the center of the city.
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this informative guide to Holland, make note that although the name "Holland"
is used commonly in everyday language, the country is strictly called The
Netherlands and internationally recognized as such.
Red Lights and Rembrandt
Besides being the capital city, Amsterdam has enough to offer to fill your
entire vacation. The unavoidable multiculturalism has brought Amsterdam
to the forefront of controversial equality and human rights issues. Muslims,
Jews, Dutch and Surinamese all have a very active role in the life and
politics of the city. The Anne Frank House is an extremely popular sight
with a new exhibit at the end that discusses the modern day conflict between
freedom of speech and respect for cultural and religious diversity. Amsterdam
is also home to the Van Gogh Museum and the newly restored Rembrandt Museum.
The Dutch acquired an extensive
collection of colonies during the 18th and 19th centuries, one of which
was Suriname, located on the northern coast of South America. Suriname
finally gained its independence in 1975 and through an education exchange
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The cultural flair adds
richness to the city in the form of contemporary music, art and exquisite
cuisine. Make sure to dine in a Surinamese restaurant at least once!
Amsterdam is also notorious
for its Red Light District and Coffee Shops. Stroll through the winding
streets at night for an incredibly diverse experience and stop at one of
the bustling pubs for delicious locally brewed beer. Also, many visitors
enjoy seeing the city from the water. There are boat tours offered on an
hourly schedule during the summer months that take you through the picturesque
canals and past charming old façades.
Timeless and Traditional
Even though Amsterdam is a modern hub in the globalized world, there is
still an incredible amount of tradition and history prevalent throughout
The Netherlands. Visit the nearby town of Alkmaar in the summer to take
part in the centuries-old cheese market and festival. Locals don traditional
dress and haul giant rounds of cheese through the town square for weighing.
After your fill of diary, wander through this seaside town's canals and
shops. Travel through central Holland to the medieval town of Utrecht,
established around 47 AD. The 14th century wharves, cathedrals and Roman
architecture are sure to transport any traveler to another place in time.
For international travelers,
Holland exists in a class of its own. Whether you enjoy the bustling urban
experience or the intimate countryside adventure, you will find what you
are looking for in Holland.
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HOTELS IN ARNHEM, NETHERLANDS
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 Arnhem
is a fairly large city (pop. 142,000) in the east of the Netherlands on
the banks of the river Rhine. It is the capital of the province Gelderland,
and forms the northern part of the Arnhem-Nijmegen metropolitan area (pop.
725,000) Shopping in the city centre of Arnhem. Arnhem has
four major shopping streets, that are connected. They are the Roggestraat,
Ketelstraat, Vijzelstraat, Rijnstraat. It's a pedestrian zone and has a
length of appr. 1.5 km. On the left and right side of these main streets
there are several small streets with little shops and boutiques. Also in
the southern part of the city there is a shopping mall, offering free parking,
called "Kronenburg". It has a variety of shops, bars and snackshops.
The Living Statues exhibition
is one of the great summer attractions for the city, with around 250 competitors
from around the world. The event takes place during the last weekend of
every August and dates back to 1996. On Saturday the catwalks belong to
child performers, while adult actors perform on Sunday afternoon. Arnhem
is also the best starting point for those wanting to enjoy the pristine
forests or patches of sand dunes in the Hoge Veluwe National Park, situated
to the north of Arnhem. As the famous Kröller-Müller Museum and
the St.Hubertus Hunting Lodge are also inside the park, it provides a great
destination for various interests. Cars are not allowed into the park,
but you can use the bicycles provided free at the gates. |
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Trix Arnhem
Located on the edge of Arnhem,
a 15-minute car drive from National Park De Hoge Veluwe, Hotel Trix features
stylish rooms with free WiFi access. Each air-conditioned room of Hotel
Trix comes with a box spring bed, cable TV and electric kettle. The bathroom
is fitted with a shower and a hairdryer is provided. Some rooms feature
a balcony. Breakfast is served on a daily basis and guests can enjoy a
French Cuisine in the hotel’s restaurant Trix de Menthenber. There is a
lounge available with a fire place. The city centre of Arnhem can be found
at a distance of 3.8 km and the stadium Gelredome is a 14-minute car drive.
Burgers’ Zoo is 1.6 km from the property. |
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Drijfpaleis,
Arnhem
Rated exceptional
by former guests, Drijfpaleis is set on a houseboat offering uniquely themed
accommodation, floating on the river Rhine and within just minutes of Arnhem’s
city centre. It offers rooms with a private terrace at the riverside. Free
wired internet and cable TV are standard at the Drijfpaleis rooms. Each
has its own style of decoration and coloured mosaics. In the spacious mosaic
garden, guests can enjoy a cold drink from the communal fridge. There are
waterside seating corners where ducks and birds join the guests. From Drijfpaleis,
it’s 850 m to the pub and restaurant area of the Korenmarkt square. Arnhem’s
railway station is 600 m away. . |
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Hotel
Molendal Arnhem
Nearby the Sonsbeekpark,
just a few minutes walk from the city center of Arnhem, you'll find Hotel
Molendal. Built in the end of 1800, in a classic Jugendstil decoration,
has 17 luxury rooms and breaths besides nostalgic history also hospitality.
The hotel doesn't have a lift.
It is located nearby the
central station and 4.3 km away from the Gelredome Stadium. The hotel's
location has been ranked excellent by former guests. |
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HOTELS IN BREDA, NETHERLANDS
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the Dutch province of North Brabant. Some of Breda's medieval buildings
have been demolished in the past, but much remains. On the Grote Markt,
the city's main square, you can find the Church of our Lady, in Gothic
style, and the 18th century city hall. Breda is a well known shopping
city in the Netherlands. In the old city centre you can find lots of clothing
shops. |
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Hotel
Nassau Breda, Autograph Collection, Breda
Set in a historical building,
Hotel Nassau Breda, Autograph Collection by Marriott boasts air-conditioned
rooms with free WiFi. Guests can enjoy the on-site bar. Private parking
is available on site. Hotel Nassau Breda consists of various national monuments,
including historic court houses and a neo-gothic chapel. Every room at
Nassau Breda includes a flat-screen TV. For your comfort, you will find
free toiletries and a hair dryer. Head chef Bart Klomp prepares culinary
dishes at restaurant Liefdegesticht, which is set in a former monastery.
Chassé Theater is 600 m from Hotel Nassau Breda, while Beer Advertising
Museum is 2.3 km from the property. Rotterdam The Hague Airport is 60 km
from the property. Autograph Collection is a brand of Marriott. |
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Bliss
Boutique Hotel, Breda
Assuring comfortable accommodation
blended with quality service, this hotel makes you to enjoy all the privileges
for an unforgettable stay. Located near the Belgian border and motorway
A16, the Novotel is close to beautiful Mastboswoods and Efteling park.
This property is 5 kilometres from the city centre and 60 kilometres from
the Rotterdam Airport. This hotel offers 106 guest rooms that have
been elegantly furnished with an array of in-room amenities to ensure you
a pleasurable stay. Guests can dine at the Cote Jardin Restaurant, which
serves delicious French cuisine. You can also unwind with a fine drink
at the cosy bar. |
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Stadshotel
De Klok, Breda
De Klok is located in the
very centre of Breda, right on the Grote Markt in Breda. It features a
restaurant and an intimate street terrace with views towards the Onze-Lieve-Vrouwekerk.
Flat-screen cable TV and a work desk are provided as standard in the rooms
at Stadshotel De Klok. Each room also has a private bathroom with a bath
or shower. Guests can make use of free Wi-Fi throughout the hotel. The
market is the central nightlife area of the town. Breda Railway Station
is just over a 10-minute walk from Stadshotel. The Efteling theme park
is 25 km from the hotel. ‘s-Hertogenbosch and the Loonse en Drunense Duinen
National Park are both 40 minutes’ drive away. |
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HOTELS IN EINDHOVEN, NETHERLANDS
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in the Netherlands, in the province of North-Brabant. The major museums
in the city are:
 Van
Abbemuseum - The Van Abbemuseum is one of the leading museums for modern
and contemporary art. The impressive collection includes works of Picasso,
Chagall, Kandinsky, El Lissitzky, Theo van Doesburg, Mondriaan and Appel.
January 2003 the completely renovated museum opened its doors again.
Artificial Light in Art
Centre - Kunstlicht in de kunst. A unique collection of paintings and
sculptures with artificial light as the central theme. You only realise
after a visit to this centre what the part of artificial light is in everyday
life, now and in the past. 600 works are on permanent exhibition and at
the same time, temporary exhibitions are held regularly. The museum is
housed in the very first Philips Incandescent Lamp factory.
Philips first Incandescent
Lamp Factory of 1891. A unique collection of paintings and sculptures
with artificial light as the central theme. You only realise after a visit
to this centre what the part of artificial light is in everyday life, now
and in the past. 600 works are on permanent exhibition and at the same
time, temporary exhibitions are held regularly. The museum is housed in
the very first Philips Incandescent Lamp factory.
Eindhoven is also known for
its soccerteam PSV Eindhoven. There is a possibility to visit (Guided Tour)
the Philips Stadium (Max. Att. 34.600) there is a need to book this several
weeks before visiting, as the minimum group requirement (also accumulated)
is 20 persons. When there is no tour available, you are able to enter the
stadium though restaurant "de Verlenging" which is on the South-East side
of the stadium, having a small terrace inside the stadium. As per Januari
2008 they introduced a combined tour; Combining the visit of the Philps
stadium and the Bavaria (Beer)-Brewery in Lieshout. |
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Hotel
the Match, Eindhoven
Situated in Eindhoven and
with PSV - Philips Stadium reachable within 1.8 km, Hotel the Match features
express check-in and check-out, non-smoking rooms, a garden, free WiFi
and a bar. Boasting a 24-hour front desk, this property also provides guests
with a restaurant. Van Abbemuseum is 1.4 km from the hotel and Holland
Casino Eindhoven is 1.9 km away. All rooms in the hotel are fitted with
a flat-screen TV with cable channels. At Hotel the Match, the rooms come
with air conditioning and a private bathroom. The accommodation offers
a continental or buffet breakfast. The area is popular for cycling, and
bike hire is available at Hotel the Match |
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NH
Collection Eindhoven Centre
Situated in Eindhoven, within
900 m of PSV - Philips Stadium and 2.8 km of Tongelreep National Swimming
Centre, NH Collection Eindhoven Centre features a terrace. This 5-star
hotel offers a 24-hour front desk. Located in the Eindhoven City Centre
district, the hotel is within 3.1 km of Indoor Sportcentrum Eindhoven.
At the hotel, each room includes a desk and a flat-screen TV. Rooms come
complete with a private bathroom fitted with a shower and free toiletries,
as well as a seating area. The Suites and selected premium rooms offer
a bath. All rooms at the accommodation have air conditioning and a wardrobe.
A buffet breakfast is served each morning at the property. Guests can dine
in the on-site restaurant, which serves European cuisine. |
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Queen
Hotel Eindhoven
Ranked superb by
former guests, The Queen Hotel is situated at the lively market in the
centre of Eindhoven. The hotel is surrounded by shopping streets, entertainment
areas and international offices, but also the natural reserves of Peel
and Kempen. The Queen hotel is a cosy hotel with a warm atmosphere. All
40 rooms are fitted with many extras, and the café-restaurant with
its heated terrace offers an extensive menu for both lunch and dinner.
Eindhoven City Centre is a great choice for travellers interested in nightlife,
bars and shopping for clothes. |
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HOTELS IN GRONINGEN, NETHERLANDS
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 Groningen
is a city in The Netherlands with 185.000 inhabitants and is the capital
of Groningen. Groningen city was founded around 1100 A.D. and has a rich
history, which can clearly be seen from the old medieval buildings in the
down town area. The city is a university town with a high student population,
and has had a university since 1614.
Like most cities in The Netherlands,
Groningen's city center is surrounded by a canal. |
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Miss Blanche Groningen
Hotel Miss Blanche is located
in a monumental building in the centre of Groningen and offers modern and
spacious apartments as well as suites. Most of them have free Wi-Fi and
a well-equipped kitchen with a coffee machine, stove, refrigerator and
oven. Large windows, wooden floors, and soft colours are part of the modern
décor. Each apartment has a flat-screen TV and a bathroom with a
walk-in rain shower. Some suites and apartments open onto a rooftop terrace
or balcony. The Martinitoren and the Groninger Museum are a 10-minute walk
from Hotel Miss Blanche. Miss Blanche is located in the shopping center
of the city and is within walking distance of the theater and the casino.
In the vicinity you will find shops, restaurants and cafes. |
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Prinsenhof
Groningen
Ranked superb by
former guests and set in a 15th-century building, Prinsenhof offers individually
decorated rooms with free Wi-Fi. It features the Prinsenhof Gardens, a
renaissance-style courtyard with a landscaped rose and herb garden. The
modern rooms at Prinsenhof include a seating area with a flat-screen TV
and a iPod docking station. A minibar with complimentary drinks and snacks
and an Nespresso machine are in each. Some have wooden-beamed ceilings,
while others offer views of the garden or Martini Tower. A breakfast buffet
can be enjoyed in the Grand Café, which is set in a former church
and features stained-glass windows and opens onto a terrace. Restaurant
Alacarte serves French specialties. |
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Hotel
de Doelen Groningen
Hotel De Doelen is located
at the foot of the Martini tower, in a beautiful monumental building. The
hotel offers modern facilities and free Wi-Fi. The hotels rooms are all
characteristically furnished and have a private bathroom. The rooms have
a seating area where you can relax. In the morning, the hotel serves breakfast
to start your day well. There is also a cosy lounge where you are welcome
for lunch, coffee and tea or a dinner. The hotel offers a superb view on
the city centre of Groningen and the Grote Markt, which existed already
over 200 years. In summer you can enjoy a drink on the terrace in front
of the hotel in the middle of the hustle and bustle of the city. |
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