North Holland
International Pillow Fight Day in Amsterdam
Did you know that International Pillow Fight Day is taking place in many countries all over the world tomorrow? The Amsterdam edition starts at...
Amsterdamse Poort in Haarlem
Did you know that the Amsterdamse Poort is the last remaining of 12 original city gates that formed Haarlem's defences? This well preserved city...
The stunning island of Texel
Did you know that the stunning island of Texel is only 80 minutes by direct train plus 20 minutes by ferry away from Amsterdam...
Piled up traditional Zaanstad houses
Did you know that the Inntel in Zaandam looks like it is built up from more than 60 piled up traditional Zaanstad houses? This...
Amsterdam Light Festival 2016-2017
Did you know that from tonight until 22 January 2017 the Dutch capital illuminates for the Amsterdam Light Festival? Take a canal boat along,...
One way ticket from Schiphol to Amsterdam Central
Did you know that a one way ticket from Schiphol Airport to Amsterdam Central Station is the best-selling train ticket in the Netherlands?
Saint Nicholas, the patron saint of Amsterdam
Did you know that Saint Nicholas is also known as the patron saint of Amsterdam?
Take tram line 2 for a beautiful ride in Amsterdam
Did you know that Amsterdam tram line 2 is considered one of the most beautiful tram rides in the world? It takes you along...
Windmill decapitated during a whirlwind
Did you know that today the windmill of Twiske near Amsterdam was decapitated during a whirlwind? The 23,000kg cap and sails were blown away...
Larger than life mural of Anne Frank
Did you know that Brazilian artist Eduardo Kobra is currently finishing a large mural of Anne Frank at NDSM shipyards in Amsterdam?
One of Kobra's...