Discover a nation of welcoming faces and incredible history in the Netherlands. Along with the always varied pursuits of the country's capital, Amsterdam to discover, the beautiful tulip fields and sights of the Netherland's other regions are something not to be missed.
- Flight time: Approx 1 hour
- Passport & Visa: No visa required for UK passport holders
- Currency: Euro
- Time Zone: GMT+1
- Language: Dutch
Culture
The Dutch people are known world-wide for their welcoming and tolerant natures. Creativity is also ingrained in Dutch culture with a number of iconic painters hailing from the nation. The landscape is known for its colourful windmills and the Netherlands' most famous export, the brightly coloured tulips.
Cuisine
Home to the world-famous Heineken factory, there is no better spot to discover this famous tipple. Elsewhere, the Netherlands offers a wide selection of regional delicacies to enjoy. One of the most well-known has to be the Dutch pancakes, stroopwafel, filled with mouth-watering sticky syrup. Another popular sweet treat are pofferjes. Tiny, fluffy pancakes served with butter and powdered sugar. Is savoury is more your thing, delicious bitterballen, served with mustard and Kroket, filled most commonly with beef are incredibly tasty.
Beaches
Every one of Antigua’s 365 beaches are made up of clear, sparkling water and soft white sand and are all entirely accessible for the public. Along the northern coast, you'll find shops, bars and restaurants, whereas the eastern coast simply showcases the perfect stretch of sand and sea.
Amsterdam
Head to the nation's capital for a world of new and exciting experiences. Known for its unusual buildings and endless canals, the city is captivating whatever time of year you visit and offers a number of cultural sights to discover. Take a canal boat ride to discover its sights and be sure to visit one of the many fascinating museums that line its streets as well as the famous floating tulip market.
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