Tag Archives: Amsterdam

An introduction to Dutch Jenever

Posted on December 23, 2018 by suzykewct

An all-too-rare blogpost; a gift to my followers for the holidays- a story of alcohol! I am not much of a hard liquor drinker. I prefer my daily glass of wine (usually white these days) or a nice hoppy British … Continue reading →

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Amsterdam’s canals are 400 years old in 2013

Posted on August 20, 2013 by suzykewct

From Dutch News. A short video celebrating Amsterdam’s canals and the fun to be had on them. More than just sightseeing boats; my favorite clip? ice skating on the frozen canal!

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train prices and schedules between Netherlands and Belgium

Posted on October 18, 2012 by suzykewct

High speed rail services between A’dam and Brussels will boost prices by almost 30%. Yikes! From DutchNews.  US tourists would do well to double-check prices from RailEurope in case there are savings to be had there. Then there is the … Continue reading →

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The Netherlands needs more free houses to provide better beer choices for customers – discuss

Posted on August 30, 2012 by suzykewct

From DutchNews. A heads-up for beer lovers looking for more in Holland than Heineken and Grolsch (Grolsch now owned by SAB Miller). Pooey. Beer prices are rising and affecting many landlords because their pubs and cafes are essentially properties renting … Continue reading →

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The Dutch think of everything!

Posted on May 11, 2012 by suzykewct

Reblogged from work.failblog.org (odd name for a blog) et al – Dutch help for men

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Van Gogh Museum makes a new acquisition

Posted on May 11, 2012 by suzykewct

Amsterdam’s Van Gogh museum has acquired another Van Gogh long held privately. From Dutch News.

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Keukenhof is open for 2012; the most beautiful spring garden in the world

Posted on March 10, 2012 by suzykewct

Keukenhof is open for 2012! The latest listing of events for Keukenhof 2012, including a link for tickets

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do a good deed when you’re in Amsterdam

Posted on January 15, 2012 by suzykewct

Here’s an idea for something you might do next time you’re in Amsterdam

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Spring splendor at Keukenhof Gardens; a photo album

Posted on October 7, 2011 by suzykewct
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