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Amsterdam in Spring: What to Do From March to June

…flexibility, booking in late March or early May gives you the best of the season without the full peak-season premium. But, even at its busiest, Amsterdam is navigable if you plan ahead. You could also look for accommodation outside Amsterdam, in the surrounding cities like Zaandam, Haarlem, Weesp, Amstelveen. Who is spring best for? Honestly, everyone, but it’s particularly magical for first-time visitors who want the full Dutch postcard experie…

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What to Do in Amsterdam in Autumn

…nd erwtensoep (thick split-pea soup) make their triumphant return. Bokbier season From early October, cafés all over the city tap bokbier, the seasonal beer the Dutch have been brewing for centuries. Brouwerij ’t IJ pours its version under the windmill, but almost every brown café will have one on tap. The season opens with the PINT Bockbierfestival, which in 2026 is its 44th edition, on 2–3 October at De Hallen Studio’s in Amsterdam-West — dozens…

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Everything You Need to Know About Holiday Season in the Netherlands

…fairy tales at Winter Efteling. This entertainment park is amazing in any season, but it can be magical in winter, especially if there’s snow covering it! For a special day-trip, choose to visit a castle: Castles in Gelderland, Kasteel de Haar, or the Radboud Castle in Medemblik. Don’t forget to visit a beach, because it’s healthy for you and you might even have the surprise of finding some snow. It’s the season for oliebollen, so you have to eat…

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Where to See Tulip Fields in the Netherlands: A Complete Guide (2026)

…explore the famous tulip fields here. Best Time to Visit: the Dutch Tulip Season🌷 Tulips are classified as early and mid-season and they bloom in the Netherlands in late March and last till the first half of May, but the main blooming period is April. That’s when you can see the tulip fields in Holland at their best and also the best time to visit Keukenhof garden. 👉 READ HERE: MY GUIDE FOR KEUKENHOF & KEUKENHOF AT THE END OF THE SEASON 🌷 Tulip t…

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Keukenhof at the end of the season

…e (2026) Dreaming of Spring: Keukenhof Gardens Keukenhof at the End of the Season Visiting Keukenhof – Part 1 Visiting Keukenhof – Part 2 Visiting Keukenhof – Part 4 – The orchids   Stay tuned for more and follow Amsterdamian on Instagram and Facebook for more stories about life in the Netherlands, written by a real local, updated constantly. Check out my photo book: Amsterdam Through the Seasons! Love what you’re reading? Support my work with a s…

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Orange Theatre Company Launches First Season

…heatre! I was lucky to be invited to the premiere of the first play of the season: ART. This is an award-winning comedy, with interesting discussions about art and friendship. I learned that the original play was originally written for three men, but Orange Theatre decided to change it a bit and present it with three women. I haven’t seen the original version, but I could swear the play was written for women! After the show ended there was a Q&A s…

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Spring joy: cherry blossom season in Amsterdam

This year, the cherry blossom season arrived earlier in Amsterdam. We even had a few very warm days, with temperatures going up to 20 degrees Celsius! Almost summer, by Dutch standards. April 30 was the warmest day of the year so far, and, of course, everyone in the city was out, warming up in the sun. I went to Westerpark in the evening — it was packed with people chilling, having a picnic or a drink at the outdoor cafés. The cherry trees were i…

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Best Things to Do in the Netherlands in Autumn: 13 Local Favourites for 2026

…train, and explore beautiful corners of the Netherlands during this golden season. 13 best things to do in the Netherlands in autumn In this article Chase golden leaves in the parks Mushroom spotting Follow the bird migration Let the wind clear your mind Go fruit picking Visit a pumpkin farm See the castles in their autumn coats Visit the small town fairs and markets Bloemencorso Zundert Purple heather fields Visit a vineyard Spend a night at the…

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Stay Sane in the Cold Season: How to Beat the Winter Blues

…s in the Netherlands, I am always taking these supplements during the cold season. I know how tired and depressed you can feel if you are lacking vitamin D, so I take a daily dose of 1000 units to prevent that. Cooking comfort food. One of the best things in life is a house filled with the yummy smell coming from the oven: roasted winter veggies, Shepherd’s pie, apple crumble are among my favourites. Decluttering. This is a habit that stuck since…

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My Bucket List for Summer 2022: 15 Wishes for This Season

…s summer? Stay tuned for more and follow Amsterdamian on Instagram and Facebook for more stories about life in the Netherlands, written by a real local, updated constantly. Check out my photo book: Amsterdam Through the Seasons! Love what you’re reading? Support my work with a small donation. Subscribe to the newsletter! And share this post if you liked it! Subscribe to our newsletter! By continuing, you accept the privacy policy…

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