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Infernal scenes unfolded in the Dutch capital on New Year’s Eve as the partially wooden Vondelkerk went up in flames. The last New Year’s Eve during which fireworks were permitted for the last time ended in a devastatin...
Amsterdam just earned another global nod — this time for safety. The Dutch capital ranked fourth in the world’s safest cities for travellers in 2026, according to a new study by Berkshire Hathaway Travel Protection. For...
Every August, one of Amsterdam’s most anticipated electronic music events takes over the leafy lakeside of Sloterpark. Loveland Festival brings together 25,000 music lovers a day for two full days of world-class house a...
In a world where divisions are becoming increasingly loud, Pride Amsterdam 2025 offers a powerful counter-message: LOVE. From July 26 to August 3, the city will celebrate not just romantic love, but also connection, com...
Amsterdam turns 750 this year, and the city isn’t blowing out the candles quietly. On June 21—yes, the longest day of the year—the A10 ring road becomes the site of the wildest, most unforgettable celebration yet. From...
A new bar has just stormed into Amsterdam’s scene, and it’s not playing by the rules. Advocatuur, the in-house bar at the new Rosewood Hotel, brings a bold mix of local history, modern mixology, and a full-on jene...
International Women’s Day, celebrated annually on March 8th, honors the social, economic, cultural, and political achievements of women worldwide. In 2025, Amsterdam will host the Feminist March, a vibrant demonst...
The Michelin Guide has spoken, and Amsterdam is officially one of 2025’s most exciting foodie destinations. Each year, Michelin highlights cities that stand out for their vibrant culinary scenes, and this time, the Dutc...
Every third Saturday in January, Amsterdam bursts into bloom with the annual National Tulip Day, a vibrant celebration marking the start of tulip season. This beloved event, which takes place on January 18th this year,...
For over a decade, the Amsterdam Light Festival has transformed the city’s dark winter months into a radiant outdoor gallery. This year, the Festival will be back from 28 November 2024 until 19 January 2025. And this ye...
