24 HOURS IN AMSTERDAM NORTH

24 Hours is a series of free events in one particular part of the city. This time we explored Amsterdam North with Noni from Amsterdam Curated and visited a lab where  a 3D printed bridge is being built; a theater company who incorporates modern techonology into their performances; and a Coptic church. 

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TOURISTS TRY DUTCH HERRING

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The Dutch love herring and they made it a particular delicacy all of their own. Since the fish has a strong and salty flavor most people either love it or hate it. So we thought it would be funny to ask tourists to try it for the first time and get their reactions, which were hilarious and surprising. One thing is for sure, to them it tastes better than it looks!

AMSTERDAM HALLOWEEN PARADE & PARTY

The annual Halloween Parade in Amsterdam is a sight to behold. Increasing in popularity every year, people go all out and make very creative costumes. This year's theme is Immortal Fame and Gessell & Elysia join the thousands who walk from the center of town to the party location. Surprising, spooky and lots of fun! 

WORLD OF FOOD

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A unique collection of ethnic dishes you won't find together anywhere else: Surinamese, Indonesian, Turkish, Pakistani, Indian, Armenian, Chinese, African, BBQ & more. Have an adventure and travel a little outside the city center for this culinary experience.

NDSM WERF: IJHALLEN & STREET ART

NDSM is a dockyard area in Amsterdam North with artist studios, hipster cafes, a waterside beach, a hotel built inside a crane tons of great street art and the home to Europe's biggest flea market. A local hotspot and photographer's paradise! 

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MICROPIA- MEET YOUR MICROBES

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Shoshannah explores this unique museum about the invisible world of microorganisms and learns that trillions of them live on every body...but that's a good thing. High-tech and interactive exhibits make this a fascinating visit.

HORTUS BOTANICAL GARDEN

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Host Sander gladly shows you around this botanical paradise of plants, flowers and trees, which is spread throughout outdoor gardens, around lush ponds and in huge indoor greenhouses with 3 different climates. They even keep their own bees to produce honey. 

FRUIT GARDEN VAN WEST

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Valerie enjoys a unique way to be outdoors and to eat healthy at Fruittuin van West, where you pick your own fruits right off of their trees and plants! Another great hidden Amsterdam find! 

MORNING GLORYVILLE

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Gessell boards the "rave ferry" to this sunrise party where colorful people start their day with positive energy from dancing, music, rollerskating, hula-hooping, yoga & massage!

VONDELPARK

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Amsterdammers come here to spend time outside riding bikes, jogging, walking the dog and sunbathing. Or just to sit, relax and people watch. Enjoy the 3 cafe/restaurants and find a nice spot on their terraces.  

SUNFLOWERS COME ALIVE @ VAN GOGH MUSUEM

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To celebrate the new entrance to the Van Gogh Museum, a labyrinth of 125,000 sunflowers was built on Museumplein where inside visitors found photos, art & live perfomances. At the end of the exhibit, the public was invited to take some flowers home with them.

WATER BATTLE AMSTERDAM

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Hundreds of people came armed with super soakers and water pistols to battle it out to raise awareness for water conservation. Our Gessell was no exception and no one was spared until everyone's clothes were totally soaked. A young fun crowd, sunny weather and live, moving targets!

SAIL 2015- AMSTERDAM TALL SHIPS

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The biggest nautical event in the world that happens only once in 5 years, where tall sailing ships from different countries parade into the harbor together and invite the public to come aboard.

ARTZUID- GIANT OUTDOOR SCULPTURES

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An outdoor exhibition of 65+ giant sculptures along the green stretches in Amsterdam South from famous artists all around the world.

AMSTERDAM MORNINGS

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The quiet beauty of Amsterdam mornings are magical. But there is plenty of life going on if you open your eyes & ears and get up early enough to enjoy this special time of day.

MADURODAM MINIATURE PARK

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Visit this great park which features famous Dutch landmarks in miniature. Great detail, interactive exhibits and beautiful grounds make this a must see! 

GUACAMOLE BATTLE- BENCHES COLLECTIVE

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During Benches Collective Days Shoshannah & her friend made duelling guacamoles and let the visitors decide which was best. It was a California vs. Mexico showdown but what mattered most was good food with good friends. Plus a little tequila! 

HIDDEN GARDENS-OPEN GARDEN DAYS

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Behind many beautiful canal houses, museums & hotels in the city center, lie gorgeous private gardens and on Open Garden Days the public gets a rare chance to stroll through them.

ARCHITECTURE DAYS- A'DAM TOREN

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Ashley takes 3 tours highlighting modern architecture around the harbor districts. Be surprised at the innovative designs & unusual lines at play which contrast the old style of the city center. Get a rare, sneak peek of the A'dam Toren, one of the most anticipated structures which is still a work in progress and go to the top for the best views of the city.

MUIDERSLOT CASTLE

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Gessell travels via ferry to a 17th century castle, complete with moats, bridges, towers & murder holes! For Castle Days there were special exhibitions with costumes, birds of prey & knights in shining armor. A great medieval experience just a short ride outside the city.