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Hotel in Amsterdam
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06/01/2012 01:29 AM
06/01/2012 01:29 AM
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Looking for a hotel for 2 nights before we fly to Venice for a cruise. One hotel was recommended, Radisson Blu. Anyone have any other suggestions? Any help is greatly appreciated.
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Re: Hotel in Amsterdam
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06/01/2012 02:59 PM
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I would concur with swg. Over the last 4 years I have been in an out of Amsterdam a lot. You just cannot beat the location. Within walking distance to everything. And best of all a short walk to Centraal Train Station even wheeling bags. About a 1/4 mile. If you are flying into AMS catch the train to Centraal. Save your money for Food! You are on the fringe of the Red Light district, but it is very quiet neighborhood - Close to the Jordaan. Really hard to beat for location, quality, and using as a base. I was even lucky enough to get stuck there for an extra 5 days a few years back with the Icelandic Volcano. Below are a couple of my favorite restaurants - both are very good, good wine selection, and a short walk from the hotel. WALKING AT NIGHT IS SAFE - WATCH OUT FOR BIKES! They have the right away.
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Re: Hotel in Amsterdam
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Unreg Not sure when you are going, but in actuality temperature does not matter… only the choice of beverage. Find this neighborhood bar, grab an outside table, order a Heineken and a block of cheese, and sit for an hour or two and watch the city (coffee in the winter). That is how to enjoy and experience Amsterdam! If you are lucky enough to be there in late spring or summer there may be a symphony playing on a barge on the canal in front of you. Amsterdam is a magical place if you can escape falling into the tourist traps. Yes, there are plenty of coffee houses with smells of herbs rolling out the door. Yes, there are partially dressed females in windows looking for employment, and yes there is a city that is full of history, culture, and that has a small town feel. It will be your choice what you want to experience. My favorite thing about the Netherlands are the people – and that is what makes it such a special place. Start a conversation and make a friend. Enjoy your trip
“Every time I open a bottle of wine, it is an amazing trip somewhere!” José Andrés
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Re: Hotel in Amsterdam
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06/01/2012 10:28 PM
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swg said: Tom,
I concur that the people are wonderful, not only in Amsterdam, but every place we went in the Netherlands.
Sue Yep my work took me to a town about 2 hours west of AMS right on the German border. I met friends that I will have for life. Not at work, but at local restaurants, bars, or just chatting. I have gone to their house for dinner and still exchange emails. I am not sure what it is about the Netherlands, but something just works. I hope the recent politcal drama will not impact the future.
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