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Spring in Amsterdam

Diana Rodríguez Pretel

The south of Europe and the Mediterranean countries in general are already enjoying the first spring days, even when spring isn´t here yet officially. The good weather might bring some cloudy days with it but short sleeves are already here during the day, and in the shop windows we can already see the new spring-summer collections. However, at the time of travelling, we still have to take into account the climate of the place we´re going to because spring doesn´t always arrive this early everywhere else. We´ll give you some good tips so that you go well prepared in case you´re thinking of going to Amsterdam. The Dutch capital is a magical place. Its canals, bridges and its typical architecture from the 16th and 17th centuries presents itself concentrated in the central part of the city. Walking around Amsterdam is a gift to the senses, so we need to know which clothes we need to take. The city climate is a moderate Atlantic-continental. Winters are pretty cold but without reaching the extreme, although it´s true that during some weeks we can see the thermometers go below 0. It usually snows twice or three days a year. Summers are hot with temperatures around 25ºC, but not extreme, except if there´s a heat wave. What happens is that it´s an extremely humid climate so 25ºC can become very overwhelming. There are many days where it rains moderately, but throughout the year it doesn´t rain too much. The bad and attractive thing about Amsterdam is that it has quite a crazy and unstable climate. In one single day, all weather possibilities can...

Amsterdam by bicycle

Paul Oilzum

The traveller who arrives in Amsterdam for the first time cannot help be surprised by a series of characteristics of the city that tell its open, respectful and civilized spirit.

Motor Amsterdam

Mónica Boixeda

Motor Amsterdam is a motorbike rental shop in the Dutch city. With this vehicle you won´t have to deal with any traffic problems.

Jaski Amsterdam

Mónica Boixeda

Jaski is one of the most important contemporary art galleries in Amsterdam and it presents the most important artists of today.

Amsterdam: beyond the coffee shops

Alexa Ray

Not only of drugs and sex a man lives. In Amsterdam, the famous coffee shops are the delight of thousands of tourists. Look at it from this perspective; there is nothing better than going to a cafe to drink a delicious cappuccino or latte and being able to smoke hashish or marijuana, in a joint, a bong or water pipe of the best quality. This is a pleasure that not many people can enjoy in their countries of origin, which is why so many tourists come to this city looking for the best varieties of marijuana. The legality of marijuana in these cafes, makes a friendly encounter possible in this cosmopolitan city. Similarly, many people interested in sex tourism visit the Red Light district of the city, where beautiful women from all parts of the globe, behind colored glass windows, are available for different services, rates, tastes, fetishes, etc.. More about this district is not to say. However, Amsterdam has many more activities to offer if you are looking for varied tourism, good atmosphere and meet new friends. Generally, people in Amsterdam are so friendly and open to meet new people; do not be surprised with a spontaneous dialogue or toast in a bar or restaurant. The list of museums and historical places in the city is wide and offers many alternatives, if you like history and culture. Apart from having a good time, at the museums in Amsterdam you will see the best art produced in this city, as well as, public and private exhibitions with local and international collections. Among the most famous museums are the Van...