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The Netherlands is an exceedingly user-friendly place to visit. Up-to-date information is plentiful, almost every Dutch person speaks decent English, transport links are swift, and there’s an abundance of sights and activities. All this means you can add a fair amount of spontaneity to your trip.
That said, a bit of foresight is helpful to pinpoint sights that match your interests, and to get the timing right – the bulb fields aren’t much to look at before the blossoms open. It’s also advisable to think about accommodation beforehand, as Amsterdam’s best (and sometimes worst) hotels book up months in advance, and other towns may have limited sleeping options.
DON`T LEAVE HOME WITHOUT …
Checking the visa situation.
Travel insurance.
Passport/EU papers.
220V converter for European plugs.
Ear plugs to counteract fellow hotel guests and street noise.
Cholesterol meter (frites!).
Good jacket and scarf.
Appreciation for flowers.
Open mind to drugs, sex and Dutch honesty/bluntness.
Taste for bad ’80s music, because you won’t be able to escape it.
Quick reflexes to avoid cyclists and dodge dog doo-doo.
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