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]]>The Scheveningen Pier is the shiniest star of this lively district. Don’t miss a chance to take a walk along the pier while in the Hague, enjoy the breathtaking panoramic views of the coastline, and consider taking a ride on the iconic Ferris wheel.
If you’re seeking some tranquility while exploring this vibrant district, escape the hustle and bustle of the Scheveningen Pier in one of the local costal parks, such as Westduinpark.
Passionate museum dwellers will feel right at home in Scheveningen since it’s home to several museums dedicated to art, culture, and technology. If you only have enough time to visit one, Museum Beelden aan Zee should make the cut, and it will impress you with its extensive collection of modern sculptures.
If you’re exploring Scheveningen with your whole family, make sure to check out this miniature park, which features intricate miniature replicas of famous Dutch landmarks.
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]]>Over 7 million unique tulips can be found at the Keukenhof Gardens, just 20 miles outside of Amsterdam. The gardens have been around since the 15th century and opened to the public in 1949. While the tulips garnered more than 230,000 visitors during its first season, over 1 million are expected in 2023!
“The first tulips and hyacinths are already flowering. Visitors can enjoy a colorful park from day one”, stated the flower exhibitors. “In autumn, Keukenhof’s gardeners planted 7 million flower bulbs by hand. Across the Bollenstreek [bulb growing region] the fields are starting to bloom”.
Those who would like to see the delightful tulips can keep track of where they are popping up with the latest flower report found on Keukenhof’s website. There, they can also purchase tickets to visit the flowering wonderland.
The gardens will be open each day from 8 AM to 7:30 PM, from now until May 14.
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]]>Vondelpark is one of the most popular parks in Amsterdam. Located next to many popular hostels, this park is perfect for travelers to enjoy. It has grassy areas, bike paths, and walking paths. It has beautiful scenery from bodies of water to large trees.
Amstelpark is a much quieter option for those looking to stroll around without the fear of bicycles crashing into you. It has a carefully maintained botanical garden with unique landscaping. This is also a great place to bring children!
Amsterdamse Bos pretty much has it all. From rowing to animal parks to gardens, this park can provide the palace for any activity! There are food and recreational facilities, along with areas picnics. You can even camp for the day with a tent or RV (although staying overnight is prohibited).
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]]>The post The Best Time to Visit Amsterdam appeared first on Traveler Dreams.
]]>One of the biggest attractions when visiting Amsterdam is the tulips. From flowers lining the canals to full-on tulip fields on the outskirts of the city, there are tulips everywhere—if you know when to visit. Go at the wrong time, and you won’t see any. This is exactly why you should visit between the months of March and May.
Spring is a wonderful time to visit, and not just because of the tulip festival! With the spring season comes warmer weather, which means great weather to sit outside by the canals. It’s also great biking weather, as it’s not too hot and not too cold. Biking around Amsterdam is a great way to really explore the city like a local. You’ll be shocked at how many bikes you see everywhere you go!
Overall, if you’re planning to visit Amsterdam, springtime is a great opportunity to really experience everything this wonderful city has to offer!
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]]>The museum takes visitors on a journey through the human body from an inside perspective—that is, the building itself is shaped like a body.
Along the way, you’ll learn about how different organs and systems work to keep our bodies alive and functioning. What do red blood cells do? How exactly do lungs breathe? What happens when we get injured? All of these questions and more are answered as you move through each exhibit and take part in interactive games and activities. The museum even has a 5D theater as the “heart” of the body.
While CORPUS is designed for visitors of all ages to enjoy, we find it to be an especially enjoyable experience for children ages 6+. Packages are available for group outings including school field trips, and special presentations are held in the entrance hall every month as part of an initiative called CORPUS Kid’s Academy.
Tickets can be purchased here. We recommend booking in advance!
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]]>The post Fun and Exciting Cities to Visit in the Netherlands, Besides Amsterdam appeared first on Traveler Dreams.
]]>Utrecht is a big city with a small-town vibe. You will have the opportunity to experience many intriguing tourist attractions but will never feel overwhelmed. The city is especially a great choice if you enjoy culture, as it boosts the second-highest number of cultural events on an annual basis in the entire county. On top of that, Utrecht’s main railway station is connected with all parts of the country, making it a perfect starting point in exploring the Netherlands.
Rotterdam is better known for its port than the things it has to offer for tourists. But that is only because the Port of Rotterdam is one of the biggest in the world. The visitors find the city quite exciting and interesting thanks to its international vibe, modern architecture, and plenty of entertainment options. Also, its Museum Boijmans Van Beuningen is one of the most significant art institutions in Europe, housing works from Rembrandt, Rubens, Picasso, Matisse, and many other renowned artists.
Speaking about museums, you’ll find plenty of them in The Hague. The city is full of museums dedicated to all sorts of subjects, allowing everyone to find one worth visiting. You could also argue that the city is a museum for itself since you’ll find landmarks, monuments, and spots of historical importance on almost every corner. On top of that, the city has an abundance of parks and gardens, while its countryside offers some fantastic sights.
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]]>The post Top 3 Spots Every Art Lover Should Check Out in the Hague, Netherlands appeared first on Traveler Dreams.
]]>The Hague’s no. 1 art museum will impress you if you’re a fan of the Dutch Golden Age. It’s home to over 800 art pieces from such masters as Johannes Vermeer, Rembrandt van Rijn, and Peter Paul Rubens, and it’s best known for being home to Vermeer’s iconic painting Girl with a Pearl Earring.
This Dutch city is home to many museums and galleries dedicated to contemporary art, but none of them compares to this one. Located in an impressive Art Deco building, Kunstmuseum welcomes around 400,000 visitors a year and it’s renewed for its impressive collection of Piet Mondrian’s art.
If you enjoy museums that allow you to step outside, and enjoy nature and art at the same time, Beelden aan Zee is just the thing you’re looking for. This open-air museum is the only Dutch museum specializing in exhibiting sculptures, and mostly features pieces from Theo and Lida Scholten’s private collection.
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]]>The post The Best Art Museums in Amsterdam appeared first on Traveler Dreams.
]]>This modern art museum is extremely well-curated, with a few large exhibits which change every so often and many staple modern works as well. Each exhibit provides ample explanation of the artists’ intentions, the cultural impact of the works, and exactly what the viewer may take away from their experience.
If you’ve looked at all at things to do in Amsterdam, you’ve almost certainly come across the Rijksmuseum. An absolute mammoth of a museum with over a million works from throughout art history, seeing the entire thing will most likely be impossible. However, don’t let that deter you—whichever section you choose to experience will absolutely be worth it. Be sure to do a little research first so you can decide in advance exactly which artists or time period you want to see.
Rembrandt’s portraits, landscapes, and religious paintings are well-known throughout the world and a staple of every art history class. He happened to live right in the center of the city, and you can now visit his house which is decorated with original paintings and history about the artist.
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]]>The post 3 Best Cheese Tasting Experiences in Amsterdam appeared first on Traveler Dreams.
]]>Henri Willig is one of the oldest cheesemakers in the Netherlands. The brand’s baby gouda is famous around the world. You can go on a tour where you can sample five cheese varieties and wash them down with local wine or beer. You will also learn a bit about the company’s history and the cheese-making process the Dutch follow.
Combine two great things and go on a canal cruise with cheese and wine tasting. It lasts 75 minutes and offers you a chance to see some major landmarks while you’re enjoying delicious gouda and other cheeses with some wine.
If you don’t want to go on a cruise but still want to combine some other activity with cheese tasting, you can go on a walking tour and see the local world of cheese throughout the city. The tour ends at the Reypenaer tasting room where you can grab a cheesy snack and a drink.
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]]>The post Keukenhof is a Must-Visit for Tulip Lovers appeared first on Traveler Dreams.
]]>If you’re anything like me, you probably associate the transition period between cold winters and warm summers in this Northern European country with the beautiful and striking blooming of tulips, which paint the Dutch countryside with color every March, April, and May.
Are you interested in seeing these flowers in bloom in the most beautiful place to see them in the entire country? Well, then you’ll need to take a trip to Keukenhof, the Netherlands’ garden par excellence.
Located on what was formerly a hunting ground, in 1949, the mayor of Lisse decided to establish a park to advertise and promote Holland’s most beautiful tulip varieties. It still continues on that mission to this day.
This massive, 79-acre park contains over 7 million tulip flowers annually and gives you a chance to see some of the most striking colors that you’ll see in any flower in the world. The meticulously-planted designs and rows give you a chance to appreciate the true art that can be made by these world-famous flowers.
Be sure to visit Keukenhof in the spring if you’re a tulip lover and want to see them at their peak!
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]]>The post Best Attractions Worth Checking Out in Scheveningen District of The Hague, Netherlands appeared first on Traveler Dreams.
]]>The Scheveningen Pier is the shiniest star of this lively district. Don’t miss a chance to take a walk along the pier while in the Hague, enjoy the breathtaking panoramic views of the coastline, and consider taking a ride on the iconic Ferris wheel.
If you’re seeking some tranquility while exploring this vibrant district, escape the hustle and bustle of the Scheveningen Pier in one of the local costal parks, such as Westduinpark.
Passionate museum dwellers will feel right at home in Scheveningen since it’s home to several museums dedicated to art, culture, and technology. If you only have enough time to visit one, Museum Beelden aan Zee should make the cut, and it will impress you with its extensive collection of modern sculptures.
If you’re exploring Scheveningen with your whole family, make sure to check out this miniature park, which features intricate miniature replicas of famous Dutch landmarks.
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]]>The post Tulip Season is Underway in the Netherlands appeared first on Traveler Dreams.
]]>Over 7 million unique tulips can be found at the Keukenhof Gardens, just 20 miles outside of Amsterdam. The gardens have been around since the 15th century and opened to the public in 1949. While the tulips garnered more than 230,000 visitors during its first season, over 1 million are expected in 2023!
“The first tulips and hyacinths are already flowering. Visitors can enjoy a colorful park from day one”, stated the flower exhibitors. “In autumn, Keukenhof’s gardeners planted 7 million flower bulbs by hand. Across the Bollenstreek [bulb growing region] the fields are starting to bloom”.
Those who would like to see the delightful tulips can keep track of where they are popping up with the latest flower report found on Keukenhof’s website. There, they can also purchase tickets to visit the flowering wonderland.
The gardens will be open each day from 8 AM to 7:30 PM, from now until May 14.
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]]>The post The Most Beautiful Parks in Amsterdam appeared first on Traveler Dreams.
]]>Vondelpark is one of the most popular parks in Amsterdam. Located next to many popular hostels, this park is perfect for travelers to enjoy. It has grassy areas, bike paths, and walking paths. It has beautiful scenery from bodies of water to large trees.
Amstelpark is a much quieter option for those looking to stroll around without the fear of bicycles crashing into you. It has a carefully maintained botanical garden with unique landscaping. This is also a great place to bring children!
Amsterdamse Bos pretty much has it all. From rowing to animal parks to gardens, this park can provide the palace for any activity! There are food and recreational facilities, along with areas picnics. You can even camp for the day with a tent or RV (although staying overnight is prohibited).
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]]>The post The Best Time to Visit Amsterdam appeared first on Traveler Dreams.
]]>One of the biggest attractions when visiting Amsterdam is the tulips. From flowers lining the canals to full-on tulip fields on the outskirts of the city, there are tulips everywhere—if you know when to visit. Go at the wrong time, and you won’t see any. This is exactly why you should visit between the months of March and May.
Spring is a wonderful time to visit, and not just because of the tulip festival! With the spring season comes warmer weather, which means great weather to sit outside by the canals. It’s also great biking weather, as it’s not too hot and not too cold. Biking around Amsterdam is a great way to really explore the city like a local. You’ll be shocked at how many bikes you see everywhere you go!
Overall, if you’re planning to visit Amsterdam, springtime is a great opportunity to really experience everything this wonderful city has to offer!
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]]>The post This Museum in the Netherlands is the Perfect Place for Science-Lovers appeared first on Traveler Dreams.
]]>The museum takes visitors on a journey through the human body from an inside perspective—that is, the building itself is shaped like a body.
Along the way, you’ll learn about how different organs and systems work to keep our bodies alive and functioning. What do red blood cells do? How exactly do lungs breathe? What happens when we get injured? All of these questions and more are answered as you move through each exhibit and take part in interactive games and activities. The museum even has a 5D theater as the “heart” of the body.
While CORPUS is designed for visitors of all ages to enjoy, we find it to be an especially enjoyable experience for children ages 6+. Packages are available for group outings including school field trips, and special presentations are held in the entrance hall every month as part of an initiative called CORPUS Kid’s Academy.
Tickets can be purchased here. We recommend booking in advance!
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]]>The post Fun and Exciting Cities to Visit in the Netherlands, Besides Amsterdam appeared first on Traveler Dreams.
]]>Utrecht is a big city with a small-town vibe. You will have the opportunity to experience many intriguing tourist attractions but will never feel overwhelmed. The city is especially a great choice if you enjoy culture, as it boosts the second-highest number of cultural events on an annual basis in the entire county. On top of that, Utrecht’s main railway station is connected with all parts of the country, making it a perfect starting point in exploring the Netherlands.
Rotterdam is better known for its port than the things it has to offer for tourists. But that is only because the Port of Rotterdam is one of the biggest in the world. The visitors find the city quite exciting and interesting thanks to its international vibe, modern architecture, and plenty of entertainment options. Also, its Museum Boijmans Van Beuningen is one of the most significant art institutions in Europe, housing works from Rembrandt, Rubens, Picasso, Matisse, and many other renowned artists.
Speaking about museums, you’ll find plenty of them in The Hague. The city is full of museums dedicated to all sorts of subjects, allowing everyone to find one worth visiting. You could also argue that the city is a museum for itself since you’ll find landmarks, monuments, and spots of historical importance on almost every corner. On top of that, the city has an abundance of parks and gardens, while its countryside offers some fantastic sights.
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]]>The post Top 3 Spots Every Art Lover Should Check Out in the Hague, Netherlands appeared first on Traveler Dreams.
]]>The Hague’s no. 1 art museum will impress you if you’re a fan of the Dutch Golden Age. It’s home to over 800 art pieces from such masters as Johannes Vermeer, Rembrandt van Rijn, and Peter Paul Rubens, and it’s best known for being home to Vermeer’s iconic painting Girl with a Pearl Earring.
This Dutch city is home to many museums and galleries dedicated to contemporary art, but none of them compares to this one. Located in an impressive Art Deco building, Kunstmuseum welcomes around 400,000 visitors a year and it’s renewed for its impressive collection of Piet Mondrian’s art.
If you enjoy museums that allow you to step outside, and enjoy nature and art at the same time, Beelden aan Zee is just the thing you’re looking for. This open-air museum is the only Dutch museum specializing in exhibiting sculptures, and mostly features pieces from Theo and Lida Scholten’s private collection.
The post Top 3 Spots Every Art Lover Should Check Out in the Hague, Netherlands appeared first on Traveler Dreams.
]]>The post The Best Art Museums in Amsterdam appeared first on Traveler Dreams.
]]>This modern art museum is extremely well-curated, with a few large exhibits which change every so often and many staple modern works as well. Each exhibit provides ample explanation of the artists’ intentions, the cultural impact of the works, and exactly what the viewer may take away from their experience.
If you’ve looked at all at things to do in Amsterdam, you’ve almost certainly come across the Rijksmuseum. An absolute mammoth of a museum with over a million works from throughout art history, seeing the entire thing will most likely be impossible. However, don’t let that deter you—whichever section you choose to experience will absolutely be worth it. Be sure to do a little research first so you can decide in advance exactly which artists or time period you want to see.
Rembrandt’s portraits, landscapes, and religious paintings are well-known throughout the world and a staple of every art history class. He happened to live right in the center of the city, and you can now visit his house which is decorated with original paintings and history about the artist.
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]]>The post 3 Best Cheese Tasting Experiences in Amsterdam appeared first on Traveler Dreams.
]]>Henri Willig is one of the oldest cheesemakers in the Netherlands. The brand’s baby gouda is famous around the world. You can go on a tour where you can sample five cheese varieties and wash them down with local wine or beer. You will also learn a bit about the company’s history and the cheese-making process the Dutch follow.
Combine two great things and go on a canal cruise with cheese and wine tasting. It lasts 75 minutes and offers you a chance to see some major landmarks while you’re enjoying delicious gouda and other cheeses with some wine.
If you don’t want to go on a cruise but still want to combine some other activity with cheese tasting, you can go on a walking tour and see the local world of cheese throughout the city. The tour ends at the Reypenaer tasting room where you can grab a cheesy snack and a drink.
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]]>The post Keukenhof is a Must-Visit for Tulip Lovers appeared first on Traveler Dreams.
]]>If you’re anything like me, you probably associate the transition period between cold winters and warm summers in this Northern European country with the beautiful and striking blooming of tulips, which paint the Dutch countryside with color every March, April, and May.
Are you interested in seeing these flowers in bloom in the most beautiful place to see them in the entire country? Well, then you’ll need to take a trip to Keukenhof, the Netherlands’ garden par excellence.
Located on what was formerly a hunting ground, in 1949, the mayor of Lisse decided to establish a park to advertise and promote Holland’s most beautiful tulip varieties. It still continues on that mission to this day.
This massive, 79-acre park contains over 7 million tulip flowers annually and gives you a chance to see some of the most striking colors that you’ll see in any flower in the world. The meticulously-planted designs and rows give you a chance to appreciate the true art that can be made by these world-famous flowers.
Be sure to visit Keukenhof in the spring if you’re a tulip lover and want to see them at their peak!
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