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With an advanced train network for easy travel around the country, beautiful tulip farms to visit, and infamous sights like the Anne Frank House and the Van Gogh museum, it\u2019s time to travel to The Netherlands. <\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Enjoy a canal cruise on one of the many canals or travel by bike, as the locals<\/a> do. Did we mention there are lots of places to enjoy both sweet and savory crepes? And if you\u2019re interested in cannabis tourism<\/a>, the capital city of Amsterdam is a destination for you. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

When you travel to The Netherlands, take a look at our guide below to get started with planning. Psst! <\/em>Get your travel journal<\/a> ready for this one, you\u2019re going to need it! <\/p>\n\n\n\n

The Netherlands is #9<\/strong> on our list of the 10 Best Countries to Visit<\/a> in the World, combining old architecture, history, crepes, stroopwafels, Heineken, Van Gogh, and so many other cool details. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

General Information<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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\u2022 Population: <\/strong>Roughly 17.28 million<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u2022 Capital: <\/strong>Amsterdam<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u2022 Location: <\/strong>Located in Northwestern Europe, the country shares borders with Belgium and Germany. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u2022 Flag: <\/strong>A horizontal tricolour of red, white, and blue. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u2022 Time Zone: <\/strong>Central European Time (GMT +2) <\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u2022 Currency: <\/strong>Euro <\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u2022 Language: <\/strong>The official language is Dutch. Other languages spoken include English, Papiamento, West Frisian, Dutch Low Saxon, Dutch Sign Language, Limburgish, Sinte Romani, and Yiddish.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u2022 Climate: <\/strong>The Netherlands has a mild maritime climate, with moderately warm summers, cool winters, and typically high humidity. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u2022 Religion: <\/strong>Predominantly Christian until the late 20th century, and is now one of the most secular societies in the world. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u2022 Visa Requirement: <\/strong>To find out if a visa is required for your country \u2014 and easily get yours if needed \u2014 check out iVisa.com. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u2022 Best Time to Visit: <\/strong>Visit during June, or between September and November. Temperatures are pleasant and it\u2019s not as popular. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Health & Safety<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n

As of August 2021, the CDC recommends avoiding travel to The Netherlands as COVID-19 rates are very high. If you must travel to The Netherlands, make sure you are fully vaccinated.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u2022 Find information regarding COVID-19 and The Netherlands here: https:\/\/nl.usembassy.gov\/ <\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u2022 Follow the CDC guidelines<\/a> for current travel advisories, as well as the U.S. Embassy guidelines<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Typical Costs in The Netherlands <\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n

The costs in the Netherlands are pretty comparable to other European countries. For instance, most daytime meals will be roughly 8-14 Euros, depending on what you get and where you go. You can eat from food stalls or trucks, cafes, or fancier restaurants. Taxi rides are more expensive than bus rides, bikes, or canal rides. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Food To Eat in The Netherlands <\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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\u2022 When you travel to The Netherlands, stroopwafel <\/strong>are a staple. These are traditional Dutch cookies made by two thin waffle wafers stuck together with caramel syrup. Yum! Some shops dip their stroopwafel in chocolate and cover them with more goodies like sprinkles and cookie pieces.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u2022 The Dutch know their cheese (Kaas<\/strong>). The country\u2019s specialty is Gouda, named after the city. It\u2019s pronounced how-da, not like how we know of it in America. We\u2019re telling you, try all the cheese.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u2022 Hagelslag <\/strong>is the most popular bread topping in The Netherlands, believe it or not! Hagelslag are sprinkles. Yes, sprinkles that we typically enjoy on cupcakes and ice cream. Enjoy chocolate hagelslag, fruit flavoured hagelslag or anise seed (licorice seed) hagelslag. When you travel to The Netherlands, you\u2019ll find a large part of the population enjoying bread with butter and hagelslag.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u2022 You\u2019ll find smoked sausage<\/strong> in every cafe and restaurant in The Netherlands, so there will always be variety. You should try Metworst(ground pork), Rookworst(pork, pork\/beef, pork\/veal, or turkey), Braadworst(pork, beef, or veal), and Frikandel (pork, chicken, horse).<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u2022 Kibbeling <\/strong>is a popular Dutch snack in The Netherlands, consisting of battered chunks of fish, served with a mayonnaise-based garlic sauce or tartar sauce.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u2022 Bitterballen, <\/strong>another Dutch snack, starts off with a thick stew, thickened with roux and beef stock and packing it with meat. Then, it\u2019s refrigerated until it firms. The mixture is then rolled into balls, breaded, and fried.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u2022 Cr\u00eapes<\/strong>, another Dutch staple, are very thin pancakes, usually ordered sweet or savory. When in Amsterdam (where cannabis tourism<\/a> is big and munchies run rampant), cr\u00eapes are everywhere. Try The Happy Pig Pancake House. \ud83d\ude42<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u2022 Patatje Oorlog (War Fries)<\/strong> is another take on french fries. If you\u2019ve enjoyed poutine in Canada, think of war fries like The Netherland\u2019s poutine. These fries are loaded with layers of mayonnaise, peanut satay sauce, diced raw onions, and sometimes ketchup. If this doesn\u2019t sound like your thing, order fries with mayonnaise(it\u2019s not like mayo in the U.S.). Visit Vlaams friteshuis vleminckx for the best fries.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u2022 Stamppot (Mash Pot) <\/strong>is The Netherlands national dish consisting of potatoes mashed with vegetables. The pairings usually include sauerkraut, endive, kale, spinach, turnip greens, or carrot, and onion. The dish is usually served with sausage, julienned bacon, stewed meat, cheese, gherkins, nuts, or pickled onions.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Drinks To Try in The Netherlands <\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n

\u2022 Koffie Verkeerd<\/strong> is coffee with hot milk, known as coffee au lait <\/em>as well. When you travel to The Netherlands, enjoying Koffie Verkeerd<\/em> should be high on your list.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u2022 Dutch Bier<\/strong> is beer! While the Dutch typically enjoy pale ales, order a  bokbier and witbier. Bokbier is sweet and malty while Witbier is sweet and spicy.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u2022 Verse Munt Thee<\/strong> is fresh mint tea. In Amsterdam, you\u2019ll see many people order this warm beverage after dinner, as it settles the stomach and is comforting.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u2022 Chocomel<\/strong> is served warm, and it\u2019s hot chocolate! It makes it onto our list because it\u2019s not uncommon to hear the Dutch order hot chocolate with this brand name.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u2022 Advocaat<\/strong> is a typical Dutch alcoholic beverage, made from eggs, sugar, and brandy. It\u2019s typically added to a variety of cocktails, desserts, or it can be sipped on its own. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Top Cities to Visit in The Netherlands <\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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\u2022 Amsterdam<\/strong> is an eclectic, fun destination that combines canals, bridges, and some great food. Book tickets early for the Anne Frank House, visit the Van Gogh Museum, and the world’s only floating flower market. Other popular spots include the Rijksmuseum, Happy Pig Pancake House, Rembrandt House, and Vondel Park. Rent a bike and ride around this small city for the day.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u2022 Rotterdam<\/strong> is an urban city that boasts interesting architecture and is a beautiful city to see during travel to The Netherlands. Another great place to rent a bike and ride around, check out the old Dutch-style houses, the Erasmus Bridge, Delfshaven, and the Maritime Museum.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u2022 The Hague <\/strong>sits on the western coast of The Netherlands on the North Sea and it is the third largest city in the country. Here, you can see royal palaces, fishing harbors, and all the Dutch things you hope to. Psst! <\/em>The people of The Hague are known as ‘Hagenaars’ and ‘Hagenezen’. Check out The Mauritshuis Royal Picture Gallery, Scheveningen Beach, Escher in Het Paleis, and Madurodam.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u2022 Maastricht <\/strong>is the capital of The Netherlands\u2019 southernmost region, Limburg. The city has two town squares: Vrijthof and Markt. Also, Maastricht\u2019s Vestigingswerken, or old town, attracts visitors to this city too. Check out Maastricht Underground, Boekhandel Dominicanen, Fort Sint Pieter, the Basilica of St. Servatius and more. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Must-See Sights in The Netherlands <\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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\u2022 Rijksmuseum<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u2022 Keukenhof<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u2022 Vondelpark<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u2022 Cube Houses<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u2022 Bloemenmarkt<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u2022 Anne Frank House <\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u2022 Van Gogh Museum<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u2022 The Heineken Experience<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u2022 Muiderslot<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u2022 Rietveld Schr\u00f6der House (UNESCO site) <\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u2022 Rembrandt House Museum<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u2022 Madurodam<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u2022 Dam Square<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u2022 Royal Palace Amsterdam<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u2022 The Oude Church<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u2022 Ons’ Lieve Heer op Solder <\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u2022 Windmills at Kinderdijk<\/p>\n\n\n\n

How To Get Around The Netherlands <\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n

The best way to get around The Netherlands is via bus or train. It is a small country and the bus and train system are strong and organized. The furthest trip across the country is under three hours. While you are exploring each city, consider renting a bike or traveling on foot. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Bucketlist Experiences in The Netherlands<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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\u2022 A visit to the Anne Frank house in Amsterdam. The house has been refurbished, however, the layout of the house remains the same. Step inside and you\u2019ll feel yourself transport to another time period.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u2022 Visit the world\u2019s only floating flower market (in the spring if you can!). <\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u2022 Book the \u2018Seven Sins of Amsterdam\u2019 tour, after all, Amsterdam is known to many as Sin City.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u2022 Take a boat ride down a canal in Amsterdam. Cheesy, but memorable nonetheless. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

WHERE TO BOOK FLIGHTS:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Click here<\/a> to find the best flights to The Netherlands.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

WHERE TO BOOK ACCOMMODATIONS:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Click here<\/a> to find the best hotel deals in The Netherlands<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Click here<\/a> to find housesitting opportunities in The Netherlands.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Click here<\/a> to find hostels in The Netherlands.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Click here<\/a> to find the best vacation rentals in The Netherlands.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Best Travel Tours & Packages in The Netherlands<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n

TourRadar: Best of the Netherlands<\/a><\/strong> – 7 days
Start and end in Amsterdam! With the In-depth Cultural tour Best of the Netherlands, you have a 7 days tour package taking you through Amsterdam, Netherlands, and 10 other destinations in Netherlands. Best of the Netherlands includes accommodation in a hotel as well as an expert guide, meals, transport, and more.<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

TourRadar: Pearls of Holland Cycling<\/a><\/strong> – 7 days
Start and end in Amsterdam! With the Bicycle tour Pearls of Holland Cycling, you have a 7 days tour package taking you through Amsterdam, Netherlands, and 4 other destinations in Netherlands. Pearls of Holland Cycling includes accommodation in a hotel as well as an expert guide, meals, transport, and more.<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Tours by Locals: Countryside Tour Full Day<\/a><\/strong>
I will pick you up in Amsterdam and we’ll drive to:<\/em>
Broek in Waterland<\/em>
Monnickendam<\/em>
Edam<\/em>
De Rijp<\/em>
Beemster polder<\/em>
Schermerhorn windmill<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

EF Tours: Amsterdam, The Hague & Leadership Conference<\/a> (for students)<\/strong>
See firsthand just how connected healthcare and wellness really are as you explore both topics from a local and global perspective. Your first stop is The Hague\u2014known as \u201cThe International City of Peace and Justice.\u201d Here, you\u2019ll discover the importance of healthcare as a human right and discuss what it takes to protect it. Then, head to Amsterdam: home to winding canals and cycling citizens. Sit down with locals to learn why Dutch healthcare is among the best in the world (and be sure to share a stroopwafel, too). End your trip in Berlin, where you\u2019ll come together with other students and teachers to focus on The Impact of Sports & Wellness around the world.<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Additional Reading <\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Podcasts: <\/strong>Echt Gebeurd, DutchPod101, Yous & Yay: New Emotions, SBS Dutch<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Books: <\/strong>The Secret Diary of Hendrik Groen, 83\u00bc Years Old by Peter de Smet, The Dinner by Herman Koch, The Diary of a Young Girl by Anne Frank, The Discovery of Heaven by Harry Mullisch<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Movies to make you fall in love with The Netherlands: <\/strong>The Diary of Anne Frank, A Bridge Too Far, Diamonds Are Forever<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Check out these Journo Adventures<\/a> of travelers who\u2019ve documented a trip there: @Tmigler<\/a> enjoyed a cute bakery on 9 Streets in Amsterdam, @Susalynn<\/a> and company enjoyed a beer canal-side in Amsterdam, and @ryanpage<\/a> and his crew made friends in Geleen. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Now that you\u2019ve seen our guide to travel to The Netherlands, what did you think? Leave us a comment below! <\/strong><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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