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In the fall, the look of Amsterdam, the capital city of the Netherlands, turns gorgeous amber and orange. Days become cooler and shorter.

Both locals and a trickle of tourists look for indoor entertainment – museums, music venues, dance floors… Here are some vibrant dance, music and theater festivals to cheer you up in the fall. read full article

Schiphol is one of the world’s busiest airports and is often used not just as a gateway to Amsterdam but to all of Europe, especially for passengers flying from the US. Schiphol is also used by many budget airlines such as Easyjet catering to the weekend break market. Getting to and from the city and airport should be easy and straightforward, even for those of us who don’t speak Dutch.

Amsterdam is one of the jewels of Europe and, although it may have lost some of its lustre over the years, it is still bright enough to draw visitors from all over the world. The variety of sights and activities is staggering and this is what accounts for the diverse cross section of visitors that stream into the city each year.

Visitors to Amsterdam will never find themselves short of something to do in the evening. The city is famed as a hotspot for night time entertainment, from coffee shops, to cocktail bars, to wild nights in the infamous red light district.

And with a long line of trance and techno producers hailing from the city, there is never far to go if you feel like strapping on your dancing shoes. read full article

One of the more popular tourist destinations in Western Europe is the city of Amsterdam, the capital and largest city of the Netherlands. Rich in history and culture, it is Europe’s 6^th largest metropolitan regions. However, one of the most significant features and favorite attractions for many visitors to the city are the “coffee shops” in Amsterdam.

With a few street-smart tactics and affordable accommodations you can save money in Amsterdam.

Budget Accommodation in Amsterdam

When on a budget it’s always a good idea to stay in a hostel. Check out the Stayokay Amsterdam Zeeburg Hostel in the eastern part… read full article

Looking to dropping by Amsterdam on a budget? Perhaps soaking up the arts and culture scene?

Amsterdam is indeed a great place for a fun-filled holiday but traveling around in this beautiful city can easily lighten your wallet.

However… read full article

The New Year is coming up so fast you’ll not even have time to practice gurgling out the chorus of Auld Lang Syne before the clock strikes 12.

Many people affected by the economic crisis will be willing to… read full article

Christmas Tradition

The Hungarian Girl invites you to attend the 16th Stollen Festival in Dresden, Germany.

In occasion of the festival, a giant stollen bread will be baked and paraded through the Old Town towards the Dresden… read full article

With or without some herbal influence, Amterdam is a nightmare to navigate around at the best of times.

If you haven’t been to Amsterdam before then I guarantee that even with a good map in front of you you’ll… read full article

Amsterdam is making strides where accessible tourism is concerned. The city has made a lot of effort to introduce accessible facilities in major sectors like transport and popular attractions.

Having said that, I should also point out that Amsterdam is… read full article

Rome beaches, digital cameras, burlesque shows, Amsterdam Red Light District and the Tour de France were last month’s hottest topics on the Venere Travel Blog:

1. Beach Town near Rome: Sperlonga

Looking for nice beaches near Rome, Italy? Rob… read full article

The Netherlands are well known in Europe for their liberal approach to life.

Open mindedness and tolerant attitudes are an integral part of the country’s character and this is nowhere as obvious as in Amsterdam’s red light district. Legalised… read full article

Prostitution is often referred to as the ‘oldest profession in the world’ and whether you agree or not it seems to hold a weird fascination for many people as a result of which the districts where prostitutes ply their trade are considered to be… read full article

‘Angels and Demons’ Tour in Rome

Planning a holiday in Rome? If you enjoyed ‘Angels & Demons’, you might want to visit the locations of the Hollywood movie starring Tom Hanks and based on Dan Brown’s book.  Europe a la Carte… read full article