It's an all out citywide celebration as the bearded saint arrives by boat and parades to the center of town on his horse. Gessell was there to catch all the pageantry of costumes, music, floats and Sinterklaas himself.
This is a moving picture postcard. The sun is shining, the leaves are turning color and the small boats are out for a final ride before Winter. Glorius!
We attended the opening of several new food stalls in the popular food hall, de Foodhallen. It was a never ending parade of delicious German, Italian, Mexican, Asian, French and vegetarian delicacies. Come see what's new!
In a secret pond tucked away in Vondelpark, the fountains come out to play and create magic when the sun shines. Can you find this perfect spot of nature?
3 foodie experts show you the best cafes in Oud West (Old West) where you can get the best meals that are good for you. Vegan, meatless, sugarless, paleo, all organic, 100% natural- they're all here!
Meet the feline stars of the city who live in popular cafes to keep the mice away. Customers find it "gezellig" (cozy) and it's a natural form of pest control. Plus a floating shelter for cats and a cafe where you specifically go to eat with their 8 cats. Cat people rejoice!
Discover the harbor areas of this exciting city: Delfshaven's old world connection to the Pilgrims; the ships of Leuvehaven; a huge food hall in hip Katendrecht; and get around on a fast, thrilling water taxi.
Our recommendations & picks for the things you must see and do on your first trip to Amsterdam. We realize not everyone wants to go off the beaten path, so follow our tips for the best time here.
This popular brewery hosts 19 different brewers from 8 different countries along with delicious food, great music and a fun, young crowd of beer lovers.
This Sunday market offers food & products which are made by the owners themselves who use pure, organic ingredients & materials. In a different city park most Sundays.
Step back in time and treat yourself in this luxury day spa decorated in the Art Deco style. Feel like 1930s royalty in this hidden find in the middle of the city.
Emil & Alvaro show you a fun night out in the Red Light District under the guides of Oranje Umbrella Tours. Giving into this guilty pleasure is a must to do in Amsterdam.
A small, neighborhood food festival with food trucks serving delicious meals & bands playing great music under the big, shady trees of Oosterpark. Jessica discovers one truck serving kangaroo on the barbie!
A unique experience! Sander & Jessica explore Dutch farmlands, windmills, cows & quaint villages through small waterways on a small, guided group tour in canoes. And only 15 minutes outside of Amsterdam.