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A Passion for Theatre: Interview with Sairah and Elyse from OTC

A Passion for Theatre: Interview with Sairah and Elyse from OTC

Posted by | Jun 5, 2018 | ,

…Dutch and international audience in a culturally relevant way. Our annual season will be constructed of multiple productions, giving people a regular schedule to explore their love of English language theatre. So, our mission is simply: to produce an annual season of contemporary English language plays that inspires our Dutch and international audience. You seem to make a great team together. Do you have the same working style? Do you think being…

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Amsterdam Events in 2026: Your Month-by-Month Calendar

Amsterdam Events in 2026: Your Month-by-Month Calendar

Posted by | Jan 9, 2026 | , ,

…locations The Dutch Theatre Festival officially kicks off the new theatre season each year, presenting the most notable theatre productions of the previous season. It acts as a showcase of national performing arts. In addition to the performances, it also features meetings, conversations, public programs. Amsterdam Fringe Festival – 3-13 September Running alongside the Dutch Theatre Festival, the Amsterdam Fringe Festival focuses on experimental…

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Visiting Giethoorn from Amsterdam: An Honest Guide to the Village With No Roads

Visiting Giethoorn from Amsterdam: An Honest Guide to the Village With No Roads

Posted by | Apr 12, 2025 | ,

…er is sensible. Turning up in shoulder season is usually fine. The boating season runs roughly April through October. Outside of that, you’re walking. I won’t quote prices here because they change every season and by operator, so check the rental company’s website on the day. What I will say is: rent for at least two hours, ideally three. One hour is too short to actually relax into the experience, and you’ll spend half of it figuring out how the…

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10 Light Festivals to See in the Netherlands: Winter 2026–2027

10 Light Festivals to See in the Netherlands: Winter 2026–2027

Posted by | Nov 6, 2025 | , ,

…one for all those glowing photos, and let the lights guide you through the season! If you are planning a whole season of it, have a look at the best things to do in the Netherlands in autumn for the months before the lights go on. 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! L…

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Amsterdam Canal Cruise from Autumn to Light Festival: A Local’s Review of Pure Boats

Amsterdam Canal Cruise from Autumn to Light Festival: A Local’s Review of Pure Boats

Posted by | Sep 21, 2026 | , ,

…te links. All opinions are my own. Canal cruising in Amsterdam in the cold season But the boat season doesn’t stop when the cold weather comes. Boats continue to glide along the canals until the water freezes – although that doesn’t happen so much nowadays. Winters in the Netherlands are relatively mild, and, if it’s not raining, you will see people even in open boats, blankets over their laps and mulled wine in hand. I did that and I have to say…

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In the Mood for Sun: the Best Beaches of North Holland

In the Mood for Sun: the Best Beaches of North Holland

Posted by | Apr 15, 2021 |

…are welcome on many North Holland beaches, but rules vary by location and season. Check in advance, as some beaches restrict dogs during the summer bathing season. Getting there: Most beaches in this guide are reachable by train and bus, or by bike. Zandvoort has a direct train connection from Amsterdam, with additional capacity and frequent services during busy summer periods.. For the northern beaches and Texel, a car makes logistics easier. Wa…

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Why Visit Amsterdam in Winter

Why Visit Amsterdam in Winter

Posted by | Jan 5, 2017 | ,

…for the winter. If you’re thinking about visiting Amsterdam in the winter season, and need some good reasons to do so, here they are: I’ll start with the obvious and more cynical reason: cheaper fares for plane tickets and hotels! A long weekend in Amsterdam will be cheaper than in any other season, and you’ll still get to enjoy almost all the goodies the city has to offer. The temperatures are usually mild. It’s a rare thing for the temperatures…

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What to Do in Amsterdam in Summer: A Local’s Guide

What to Do in Amsterdam in Summer: A Local’s Guide

Posted by | Jul 14, 2025 | , ,

…you for a picnic in the park, or a beer at sunset on the canal’s side. The season makes the simplest things feel special Hollandse Nieuwe (the new herring) Herring season kicks off in late spring and runs through summer. Hollandse Nieuwe(young, lightly-cured fresh herring) is at its best from mid-May into July. The Amsterdam way: hold the fish by the tail, tip your head back, lower it in. Topped with raw onion and pickles. If whole-fish-by-the-tai…

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Veere, Zeeland: Things to Do in One of Zeeland’s Prettiest Towns

Veere, Zeeland: Things to Do in One of Zeeland’s Prettiest Towns

Posted by | Sep 1, 2026 | , ,

…en to go: late spring to early autumn for the harbour in full sail; out of season to have the town to yourself. Museum Veere and the Grote Kerk have seasonal opening hours, so check their websites before travelling; the Zeeland tourism page for Veere is a good starting point. Coming from Amsterdam? Veere is one of the longer day trips from Amsterdam — best enjoyed with an overnight. Veere turned out to be a wonderful day trip, and much more intere…

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Historic Tram Hoorn–Medemblik: Riding a Steam Train Through the Tulip Fields

Historic Tram Hoorn–Medemblik: Riding a Steam Train Through the Tulip Fields

Posted by | Apr 24, 2026 | ,

…etimes, is exactly what you need. → If you’d like to read more about tulip season in the Netherlands, see also: Cycling Through the Tulip Fields. 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 news…

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