Practical Information A-Z
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Entry & Visa
The Netherlands is a EU and Schengen member . For citizens from Germany, Austria, and Switzerland, entry is extremely s…
Money & Payment
The Netherlands uses the Euro (€) — no currency exchange needed. However, the Dutch are extreme when it comes to cashle…
OV-Chipkaart & Public Transport
Public transport in the Netherlands is among the best and densest in the world . The backbone: The OV-chipkaart (Openba…
Rent a Bicycle
Not cycling in the Netherlands would be like not eating pasta in Italy — you can, but you miss the essence. Where to re…
Coffeeshop vs. Coffee Shop
The most common mix-up in the Netherlands — and it can lead to embarrassing situations: Coffeeshop Coffee Shop / Café S…
Rent a Canal Boat
A canal cruise on a tourist boat is nice — but exploring the canals yourself is unbeatable. In Amsterdam, Utrecht, and…
Weather & Clothing
The Dutch weather can be summed up in one word: unpredictable . Sun, rain, wind, and clouds can alternate within an hou…
I amsterdam City Card & Museumkaart
Two cards that can be worthwhile for culture lovers: I amsterdam City Card Price: 65 € (24 hrs.), 85 € (48 hrs.), 100 €…
Tipping & Etiquette
The Dutch are known for their frugality (zuinigheid) — and this is reflected in their tipping culture: Restaurants: Tip…
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