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Eight
Ways To Vacation In Holland by KEITH VALENTINE
What can you see when you're
on vacation in Holland? Is there anything of interest that is fun to do?
Some of the things that Holland is known for include tulips, cheese, the
paintings of Rembrandt and Van Gogh, windmills, clogs, diamond cutting,
quaint buildings, pottery, bicycles and the canals of Amsterdam.
You will learn about eight
places you can go to see some of them right here. Find out about some of
the cities, towns and villages that you'll see when you're on vacation
in Holland, a small European country, part of The Netherlands, bordering
Germany and Belgium, a little larger than the State of Maryland.
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In Amsterdam you can take one
of 110 glass-topped cruise boats along some of the 165 canals and see the
world's narrowest house - only one metre wide; or visit Coster Diamonds
to see how these jewels are cut and polished; walk across a few of the
1,281 bridges in the city; drop by the Anne Frank House, or take in the
Rijksmuseum and feast on Rembrandt's masterpieces including the "Nightwatch".
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If you prefer tulips instead,
impose on the Bulb Fields in the "Garden of Europe" at Keukenhof, the world's
largest flower garden. Indubitably a sight to behold! Certainly a must-see
when on vacation in Holland.
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How about wildlife and nature
trails? - A short drive will take you to Holland's largest park: de Hoge
Veluwe, 5,500 hectares of woodland, heathland, lakes and driftsand; and
breeze into the Kröller-Müller Museum, which houses some of Van
Gogh's most famous works.
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Something cheesy? - See how
the famous "Edamer" cheese, as it is known, is made in the village of Edam.
It has a very mild taste, slightly salty or nutty and almost no smell when
compared to other cheeses. It also has a significantly lower fat content
than many other traditional cheeses.
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Why not check out the Zaanse
Schans? - A delightful old hamlet on the banks of the River Zaan, with
characteristic green wooden houses, charming stylized gardens, small hump-backed
bridges, tradesmen's workshops, historic windmills, engaging little shops
and discover the art of clog making too when you're on vacation in Holland.
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Palatial settings? - Hang around
the 17th century Het Loo, previously a royal palace with its formal gardens,
at Apeldoorn. In the 18th century, William III's baroque garden was swept
away for a landscape park in the English taste.
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Always wondered how ornaments
are made? - Frequent the pottery factory in Delft. Delftware is a blue
and white pottery, part of the "tin glaze" style, in which tin-based white
glaze is first applied, then metal oxide decoration and finally a lead-based
clear glaze overcoat to make the surface glossy.
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Want to see a village where
life has hardly changed over the last 400 years? - Visit Staphorst, famous
for many of its residents wearing traditional dutch clothing. It also happens
to be one of the most religious villages of the Netherlands.
As you can see you will have
your favorite places to see when you're on vacation in Holland but why
not plan your trip so that you can see them all? The Netherlands is not
that large a country so distances are short and you can cover a lot of
ground in a day when you're on vacation in Holland; the Dutch are friendly
and they will make you feel welcome no matter which sights you decide to
visit.
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About the Author:
Keith J. Valentine has been
traveling throughout the UK, Europe and North America for years. For more
on travel, tips and a free e-zine, please visit 101 Easy Articles at http://www.EasyArticles4u.com |
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Barangay
Bed & Breakfast, Amsterdam
“Your
Tropical Hide-away in the center of Amsterdam, located in a typical Amsterdam
Canal house, which was built in 1777, on the former coastline of Amsterdam.
Our tropically decorated guesthouse retains its original facade, and has
a gable stone displaying an island with 3 palm trees. Our first guests
were welcomed here in August 1999. Barangây is a Filipino word
meaning small village or community. Each guest receives a warm
welcome, the comfort of a uniquely decorated room and of course our world-famous
breakfasts! With most tourist attractions literally around
the corner and within walking distance, this is one of the best locations
to explore Amsterdam and beyond. |
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Bed
& Breakfast "The Collector", Amsterdam
Lodge
comfortably and uniquely, surrounded by various collections. The Collector'
bed-and-breakfast is located in the cultural heart of Amsterdam, 150 meters
from the Concertgebouw, near museums, the Vondelpark and night life.
Interior 'The Collector', in a large house dating from 1914, has
well-appointed rooms, each with its own character, inspired by the Art
Deco period. The house, including the guest rooms, is decorated with
different collections. |
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Hotel
Kap, Amsterdam
Located
in one of the charming houses of Amsterdam, you will find the Hotel Kap
conveniently located in a quiet residential street, right in the centre
of the city. All major attractions are within walking distance and
public transportation to all directions is just around the corner. We are
looking forward to meet you - you'll be more than welcome... Due
to the 19th century house-style character of the hotel we offer different
ranges of rooms. All our 13 rooms are equipped with shower
and television and most rooms have their private bathroom. Now
introducing a new self-catering apartment within the hotel. |
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Apartment, Amsterdam
This
newly renovated, 90 sq. meter (968 sq ft.) street-level apartment is perfectly
situated in the heart of central Amsterdam's Jordaan area. It has a contemporary
design that gives this property an elegant appearance. From the trendy
furnishings to the plethora of amenities, you will find it hard to leave
this Netherlands oasis. The accommodation has its own private entrance,
heated stone floors throughout, DVD, TV, CD, high-speed Internet access,
and luxurious royal towel linens. Guests are welcomed with complimentary
coffee, tea, soft-drinks, beer and famous dutch candies. Moments from your
doorstep you will find an abundance of restaurants ranging from trendy
to traditional, amazing markets, galleries, museums as well as many major
Amsterdam accommodations such as the Anne Frank house, the Royal Palace
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Apartment, Amsterdam
This
fabulous one bedroom apartment is perfectly situated in the heart of Amsterdam.
Located on the Lijnbaangracht Canal in the famous Jordaan Quarter, you
will find an abundance of cafes, restaurants, bars, galleries and shops
right outside your door. Spacious, modern and fully equipped, this apartment
will ensure you have a comfortable stay. The large windows at the rear
of the apartment offer a fantastic view of the canal while letting the
sunshine pour in. It has it all...Comfort, style and location which makes
it an ideal accommodation in which to enjoy all that the magical city of
Amsterdam has to offer. |
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Tiny, Amsterdam
This
comfortable studio apartment is the ideal location for a couple coming
to Amsterdam and wanting to be right at the heart of things, the apartment
is close to the Nieuwmarkt area and thus very central. The apartment is
comfortably furnished and equipped to a good standard, with a compact fitted
kitchen, a nice bathroom and a TV and video. For those not wanting to go
out at night and enjoy the city's many cafes and bars, the apartment has
a selection of board games, a PS2 with games and a large selection of videos.
This apartment is the ideal base from which to explore the enchanting streets
and canals of Amsterdam. |
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Den, Amsterdam
This
large studio apartment enjoys one of the best locations in Amsterdam, right
in the centre of the city and overlooking one of the famous canals. The
apartment has been charmingly furnished, with a very large double bed,
and is also very well equipped, including a fitted kitchen area, internet
connection and a compact shower room. If you have had enough of enjoying
Amsterdam's wonderful nightlife, why not stay at home and watch a video,
play a board game or play a game on the PS2? With a wealth of places to
visit, Amsterdam is a wonderful city to visit and this apartment is the
ideal place from which to see it. |
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Snug, Amsterdam
Located
close to the Nieuwmarkt, one of Amsterdam's finest squares, this compact
studio apartment is the ideal location for a couple wanting to discover
this wonderful city. Despite its size, the apartment is very well equipped,
with a small kitchen area, CD player and TV with video. For those nights
in after a day exploring the many delights of Amsterdam there are a selection
of DVDs and videos, A PS2 with games, a range of board games as well as
a deck of cards. Being close to Niuewmarkt there are many clubs, bars and
restaurants to try, including a good restaurant in De Waag, a medieval
city gate which dominates the area. |
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Apartment, Amsterdam
This
high-ceilinged studio apartment has recently been renovated to the height
of luxury and is located at the rear of an 18th Century warehouse, in one
of Amsterdam's major hotspots, making it the perfect place from which to
enjoy the city. Many of the city's main sights and attractions, such as
the Rijkmuseum, the home of Anne Frank, Begijnhof and the Jordan are within
easy walking distance, as are the city's shopping areas, canals and many
famous nightspots. Furnished in an elegant style, including marble flooring,
the apartment has a queen sized bed and can accommodate up to 3 people.
This apartment is ideal for those wanting to be in the very heart of Amsterdam. |
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Nieuwmarkt
Apartment, Amsterdam
Close
to the Amstel River, as it wends its way through the city, this 2 bedroom
apartment is perfectly located for seeing Amsterdam's Flower Market, Royal
Palace and many over sights. The apartment has been comfortably furnished
and is well equipped, including a fully fitted kitchen, television and
CD player. Within easy walking distance is Amsterdam's excellent transport
system as well as the city's main shopping district, the main canals and
the centre of the buzzing nightlife, as well as many fine restaurants in
the vicinity. |
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Studio
High, Amsterdam
With
views over one of Amsterdam's famed canals, this luxurious studio apartment
is the ideal place in which to enjoy a few days in this enchanting city.
The apartment has many diversions for those nights when you just feel like
relaxing in a home from home, with a TV and video, with a large collection
of videos, PS2 with games and a selection of boards games ensuring you
will have no problem passing the time. Having been very well equipped with
a compact yet fitted kitchen area and shower room, the apartment is also
very comfortably furnished. Located close to the beautiful Nieuwmarkt Square,
it is hard to imagine a better location for exploring the many facets of
Amsterdam. |
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Nest, Amsterdam
Located
right next to the Geldersekade canal, close to the Nieuwmarkt area, this
luxurious 2 bedroom attic apartment is just the place from which to enjoy
all that Amsterdam has to offer. This apartment, which has views over the
canal, has been beautifully furnished and equipped to a very high standard,
including a fully fitted kitchen and a comfortable bathroom as well as
having the original stonework and roof joists. For those who like a quiet
night in, the apartment has a TV and video, a range of board games such
as chess and draughts, decks of cards and a stereo with a selection of
CDs. Enjoying such a wonderful location, this apartment is ideal for getting
to know Amsterdam intimately. |
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Holiday Accommodation, Diever
Large
well-equipped and furnished Dutch (former) farmhouse dating from 1890 located
in centre of peaceful Diever village. Guests have exclusive use of the
front farmhouse which adjoins the owner's property. The house is entirely
self contained with two entrances for full privacy. Diever village,
located at the south-westerly tip of the province of Drenthe (approx. 2
hrs north-east of Amsterdam), is adjacent to one of the largest forests
in the Netherlands - perfect for walking, cycling and horse riding.
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Romantic
Garden house Weesp for two, Weesp
In
a picturesque city nearby Amsterdam is a beautiful guesthouse, separated
from a residential historic farmhouse, available for you. The lovely garden
(guest)house is ideally located in a 650 years old city, called Weesp.
The guesthouse belongs to the residential historic farmhouse, the eldest
farmhouse in the city itself, which has been constructed during three centuries
and recently (1993) fully restored under the supervision of State Monument
Care. However the guesthouse has its own entrance, can be accessed easily
separetely from the road and contains a fully self supporting living unit.
Weesp itself is located along the river "De Vecht", drifting away from
Utrecht to the bastion city Muiden to find its way to a huge lake called
IJsselmeer. Sleeps: 2 |
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