City Guide_CSB34321_CWehmeijer-Reus_Amsterdam

2014
EMEA Tax Conference
Amsterdam, June 2014
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Table of Contents
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Hilton Amsterdam
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I AMsterdam
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I am…a Tourist
12 I am...Hungry
Restaurants
17 Local dishes
18 I am...Thirsty
20 I am…a Shopaholic
21 I am…Relaxed
22 I am...Dutch
23 Where can I watch the matches
of the FIFA World Cup
24 World Cup 2014 match schedule
12, 13 & 14 June
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Hilton Amsterdam
Apollolaan 138 (Old South)
1077 BG Amsterdam
Tel: +31 20 710 6000
In the South area of Amsterdam at the Noorder-Amstel canal, The
Hilton Amsterdam is within half-mile radius of some of the most famous
attractions in Amsterdam like Museum Square, Vondelpark, and the
Rijksmuseum. Guests can also find exclusive shopping streets with the
latest fashion and exclusive brands within half a mile of the property.
Overlooking the city of Amsterdam, the rooms come equipped with a
37-inch HD flat-screen TV, minibar and coffee/tea facilities. Free Wi-Fi is
available in all public areas.
Roberto’s Restaurant will surprise you with traditional yet contemporary
Italian cuisine, open for lunch and dinner. The Half Moon Lounge serves a
large selection of beverages and small snacks and the spacious Garden
Terrace with views of the canal is open.
Hilton Amsterdam is accessible from the airport by train or taxi (20
minutes) and the center of the city can be reached by the tram or bus
stop located across from the hotel. For those traveling by car there is a
spacious parking lot available as well.
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Check in and check out
Check in time is from 2 pm and check out till noon. Room keys can be
picked up at the reception.
Reception
The reception staff is available for all your requests 24 hours a day.
Breakfast
In the morning you can enjoy a full breakfast which is served in the
Roberto’s Restaurant. The breakfast buffet is prepared with a mix of
European and International ingredients. Roberto’s is open for breakfast
from Monday to Friday from 7 am until 10 am and during the weekend from
7 am until 11 am.
Parking
Hotel Hilton Amsterdam has its own spacious parking facilities. The
parking fee is € 4,00 per hour. Hotel guests pay € 35,00 per 24 hours.
Bike rental guests Hilton
Guests who stay at the Hilton hotel can rent a bike from the hotel. The
costs are € 16,00 per day and € 13,00 for the following day. Please ask for
terms and conditions at the concierge desk.
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Route
Map
Directions
Transport from Schiphol Airport
Type
Typical Minimum
Charge
Subway/Rail
€ 5.00
Taxi
€ 35.00
By Public Transport from Amsterdam Schiphol Airport
Take the train to Amsterdam train station Zuid. Transfer to tram 5 (towards
Central Station) and get off at Apollolaan. After getting off the tram (with
your back facing the tram), turn right towards the traffic lights. Turn right
and cross the road. Keep walking straight on and at the next traffic lights,
cross the road and the Hilton Amsterdam is on your right hand side.
By Public Transport from Amsterdam Central Station
- Tramline 5 and 24: Step out at Apollolaan and go to the left towards
the traffic lights. Cross the road to the right and walk straight on. At
the next traffic lights, cross the road and the Hilton Amsterdam is on
your right hand side.
- Tramline 2: From Schuytstraat, cross the road to the main street. On
the right hand side you will have the Gresham Memphis Hotel. Keep
walking straight on and cross the bridge, following the Breitnerstraat.
After crossing the bridge you will see the Hilton Amsterdam Hotel on
your right hand side at the crossing of the Apollolaan and Minervalaan.
- Tramline 16: At Emmastraat, facing the tram and cross the road to
the main road De Lairessestraat. There you need to follow the Willem
Witsenstraat and you will see the Hilton Amsterdam on your left hand side.
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I AMsterdam
I AMsterdam
From its humble beginnings as a fishing village on a river bed to its current
role as a major hub for business, tourism and culture, Amsterdam has
had a strong tradition as a center of culture and commerce. Amsterdam,
capital of the Netherlands. With almost 800.000 citizens it is one of the
most crowded cities of the Netherlands. Amsterdam’s inhabitants are from
175 nationalities, making Amsterdam a mixture of all kinds of cultures.
History
The name Amsterdam originates from a dam on the Amstel. In the 13th
century, some adventurers came floating down the Amstel river. Back
then, marshlands and swamps surrounded this river. These marshlands
and swamps were forged into a structure of dams and dikes. The first
of them currently still exist: the Dam square. The adventurers exacted
toll money from the passing beer and herring traders of the roaring
Eastern Sea Trade. This is the start of the export activities of Amsterdam,
activities which keep Amsterdam still busy.
City of wooden shoes
When thinking about Amsterdam, many foreigners think about wooden shoes.
The Dutch people started to wear wooden shoes in the 13th century.
Because of its easiness in cleaning and solidness they were popular
back then. Except for some farmers in the north and east of Holland, no
Dutch person walks on “klompen” or wooden shoes anymore. Since these
wooden shoes are not a pleasure to walk on (you can find out yourself by
trying them on in a tourist shop) the Dutch people have traded them in for
shoes that are more comfortable to walk in.
Explore Amsterdam
There are many ways to explore Amsterdam: by tram, metro, bus, boat or of
course by bike. With 881,000 bikes, 255 trams and 9 ferries the OV (openbaar
vervoer, which means public transportation) will get you anywhere in
Amsterdam. For € 7,50 you can buy a day card, which allows you to travel with
any public transportation in Amsterdam. You can find more information about
renting a bike on the next page.
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Rent a Bike
The main way of transportation in Amsterdam is by bike. All the roads have
special lanes for bikes, mostly marked in red. There are many bicycle rent
companies. For around €7 a day you can rent a bike. Don’t forget to lock your
bike! There are many places in Amsterdam where you can rent a bike. For
example, Mac Bike (Stationsplein 5) located at the Central Station.
Credit cards are not accepted in every bike shop, so please bring your ATM card
or cash.
Travel tips: Amsterdam has many bikers, and many of them ride pretty fast, so
don’t walk on the bike lanes (bike lanes can be recognized by the bike that is
drawn on the street or by the red asphalt).
Public Transportation
Amsterdam’s public transportation has a good public transportation network.
If it is either by tram, bus, or metro, the public transportation will get you
anywhere. On the website www.9292ov.nl you can type in where you are right
now and where you want to go to and it will tell you which transportation you
can take and when (there is a button top left on the site which translate it in
English).
Taxis
Taxis in Holland are relativity expensive. A taxi from the Central Station to the
hotel will cost around € 25.
TCA Taxicentrale: +31 20 777 7777
STA Taxi:
+31 20 354 2232 (fixed prices)
Other than just regular taxis, Amsterdam has also bike taxis. Their speed is not
as high as that of a regular taxi, but because they ride on the bike lanes in the
center of Amsterdam they can sometimes be faster than regular taxis. These
taxis cost € 45 an hour. If you want to call these taxis, you have to call 24-hours
before you need it (phone number is +31 6 11 52 99 67). Probably it is easier to
find one outside.
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I am…a Tourist
Amsterdam is home to many of the world’s most famous museums. No
trip to the city is complete without (at least) a visit to the Rijksmuseum,
Van Gogh Museum, Stedelijk Museum or Anne Frank House.
Rijksmuseum
 Museumstraat 1
The Rijksmuseum reopened its doors last year after 10 years of renovation.
Baker & McKenzie Amsterdam is proud sponsor of the Rijksmuseum
and particular the 20th century photography collection, which now has a
prominent public display location at the Rijksmuseum on the second floor.
The Rijksmuseum is one of the biggest and most important museums of the
Netherlands. Many of its artworks are made by Dutch artists around the 17th
century. Some of the many famous artists of whom pieces are shown in the
museum are Johannes Vermeer, Rembrandt van Rijn, and Jan Steen. The
‘Nachtwacht’, painted by Rembrandt is one of the famous paintings of the
collection of the Rijksmuseum. The Nachtwacht is an important painting in the
history of paintings because with this painting, Rembrandt broke the existing
conventions. It was normal in that time (the 17th century) when painting a
group to paint them so that all people could be seen clearly. The Nachtwacht,
however, is an image of shooters in action, some can be seen vague, others can
be seen clearly, kind of like a picture taking by a camera.
 The Rijksmuseum is open 7 days a week from 9 am till 5 pm
 €15.00
www.rijksmuseum.nl
Van Gogh Museum
 Paulus Potterstraat 7
The Van Gogh Museum is one of the most popular museums in the world,
attracting visitors from every corner of the globe. Naturally, this is in large
part due to it housing the largest collection of works by Vincent van Gogh –
more than 200 paintings, 500 drawings and 700 of his letters.
For both locals and far-travelling visitors, the Van Gogh Museum is a
unique and inspirational experience. Alongside his instantly recognizable
impressionist works, such as his landscapes, self-portraits and still lifes
– especially ‘Sunflowers’ – the museum provides opportunities to track the
artist’s development and compare his paintings to works by other artists from
the 19th century – those who inspired him and those who drew inspiration from
him.
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he Van Gogh Museum is open from 7 days a week from 9 am till 6 pm (Fridays
till 10 pm.
 €15.00
www.vangoghmuseum.nl
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Stedelijk Museum
 Museumplein 10
With a notable collection that’s comparable in style to The Museum of Modern
Art in New York and Chicago’s Art Institute, the Stedelijk is undoubtedly an
ambitious museum. Thanks to its refurbishment, many highlights from Malevich,
Edward Kienholz, Willem de Kooning and Andy Warhol once again have fantastic
permanent spots on its walls. What’s more, the new building which is a
futuristic-looking construction by Benthem Crouwel Architects, which has since
been nicknamed ‘The Bathtub’ by locals, provides more spacious halls, allowing
it to showcase larger objects, installations and exhibitions than ever before.
 The Stedelijk Museum is open from 7 days a week from 9 am till 6 pm
(Fridays till 10 pm).
 €15.00
www.stedelijk.nl
Anne Frankhuis
 Prinsengracht 263
Anne Frank is world known for the diary she wrote, starting in 1942. For over 2 years
Anne Frank and her family lived in hiding. The house where she lived in is known as
the Anne Frankhuis (Anne Frank house) and is open for public. There is an exhibition
about the persecution of the Jews as well as discrimination in general. Photographs,
film images, and objects that belonged to those in hiding and the helpers illustrate
the events that took place. Most popular in the museum is the closet which is in fact
the door to the part of the house where Anne, her family and some other families
lived in hiding. The Anne Frankhuis is a popular museum among tourists so it is
advised to either go early, or go in the afternoon (to prevent having to stand in line).
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he Anne Frankhuis is open 7 days a week from 9 am till 9 pm
(Saturday till 10 pm)
 €9.00
www.annefrank.org
Hermitage
 Amstel 51
The Hermitage Amsterdam is the only dependency of the Hermitage located in
Sint-Petersburg. The Hermitage Amsterdam has temporary expositions from the
collection of the Hermitage in Sint-Petersburg. The foundation of the Hermitage
dates back to 1764, when Tsarina Catharine the Great bought 225 paintings in
Berlin. Nowadays the collection is one of the largest art collections in the world.
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he Hermitage is open 7 days a week from 10 am till 5 pm.
 €15.00
www.­hermitage.­nl
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Canals
Amsterdam is known for its canals. The center of Amsterdam is surrounded by
3 main canals: Herengracht, Keizersgracht and Prinsengracht. The canals were
built around 1600. Prinsengracht is named after the Prins van Oranje (the Prince
of Holland), Keizersgracht is named after Keizer (emperor) Maximiliaan van
Oostenrijk, and Herengracht is named after the Heren Regeerders of the city of
Amsterdam (the man who governed over the city of Amsterdam).
One of the many ways to enjoy the canals is by boat. There are many boat trip
possibilities in the city center.
Royal Palace
The Royal Palace, located at the Dam square, used to be the town hall of
Amsterdam and was build in 1648. Since 1808 it was used as home for the royal
family of Holland. Nowadays the palace is not used as a living residence by the
royal family, but it is open to the public. On a few occasions, the royal palace is
still used by the royal family, for example for the new years reception.
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nfortunately the Royal Palace is closed from 10 June until 20 June. On 21 June
the Royal Palace is open from 11 am until 5 pm.
www.paleisamsterdam.nl
Vondelpark
With its central location and many activities the vondelpark is one of the most
popular parcs in Amsterdam. The vondelpark has an open air theater, a skate
rental, tennis courts and some places where you can get a drink or eat something.
In the summer many ‘Amsterdammers’ go to the vondelpark to go sunbathing,
barbeque, or just to hang out with friends. It is named after the Dutch poet Joost
van den Vondel, of whom a statue is located in the parc. Joost van Vondel was the
poet who wrote that the whole world was build around Amsterdam.
Free entrance
Museumplein
Museumplein (museum quarter) is the biggest square of Amsterdam. It is
surrounded by three important museums of Amsterdam: the Rijksmuseum, the
Stedelijk Museum (of Modern Art) and the Van Gogh Museum. The Concertgebouw
(Dutch Concert Hall) is also located near the museumplein. Because of its size it
is used for big (musical) events but also for demonstrations. One of the biggest
demonstrations was in 1981, when 420.000 people demonstrated against the
placement of new nuclear weapons in Europe.
Free entrance
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Albert Cuyp market
 Albert Cuypstraat
The Albert Cuyp Market is a street market in Amsterdam. The street and
market are named for Albert Cuyp, a painter from the 17th century. The
market began as an ad hoc collection of street traders and pushcarts. By
the beginning of the 20th century, this had become so chaotic that in 1905,
the city government decided to set up a market. The product selection at
the market varies from the traditional range of vegetables, fruit and fish
to clothing. There are many products sold that are of interest to the city’s
residents of Surinamese, Antillean, Turkish, and Moroccan origin, giving the
market and neighbourhood a strong multicultural feel. Also the famous Dutch
Stroopwafels are prepared fresh here.
 The Albert Cuypstraat is open from Monday to Saturday from 9 am till 5 pm
Free entrance
Heineken experience
 Stadhouderskade 78
Heineken, Hollands successful export product, is being drunk by people all
over the world. The company Heineken started in 1864, when Gerard Heineken
bought a brewery in Amsterdam. In 1868 this brewery was moved to the
location on the Stadhouderskade. After this brewery was closed in 1988, it was
build into the Heineken experience: an experience of how beer is brewed, how
it feels to be a beer bottle, how it use to be when beer was brought to the bars
by a car which is pulled by a horse, and of course how the Dutch beer tastes.
 The Heineken experience is open 7 days a week from 11 am till 7.30 pm (last
ticket sales at 5:30pm)
 €18.00
www.heinekenexperience.com
Bloemenmarkt
 Singel
The bloemenmarkt (flowermarket) is a floating market. All sorts of tulips,
narcissus and other bulbs and flowers are being sold on this market. The bulbs
are also sold in a sealed package, so they can be transported by plane.
 Open 7 days a week
Free entrance
Concertgebouw
 Concertgebouwplein 10
The Amsterdam Concertgebouw (of which Baker & McKenzie Amsterdam
is proud one of its sponsors) is known for its acoustics. In 1881 some rich
Amsterdam citizens gave the city of Amsterdam a concert room. The
Concertgebouw holds around 800 concerts a year, for a total of 850.000 people.
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pen for guided tours Sundays, Mondays, and Wednesdays.
 €10.00
www.concertgebouw.nl
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I am...Hungry
Restaurants
A Le Restaurant
B Vis aan de Schelde
C The Harbour Club Amsterdam
D Restaurant Juuls
EJohannes
F Bord’Eau (Hotel L’Europe)
GCiel Bleu (Okura Hotel)
HVinkeles (the Dylan hotel)
I Restaurant d’Vijff Vlieghen
(The five flies)
J Vermeer (NH Hotel)
K Bridges (Sofitel The Grand)
LUtrechtsedwarstafel
M Yamazato (Okura Hotel)
N La Rive (Amstel Hotel)
OBeddington’s
P De Kas
Q Hotel de Goudfazant
RIZAKAYA
S Restaurant Tunes
– Conservatorium Hotel
T REM Eiland
UAnna
VToscanini
W De Ysbreeker
X De Jaren
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Reservations are highly recommended for these restaurants. Restaurant
are arranged randomly.
Restaurants
A Le Restaurant
Tweede Jan Steenstraat 3
Tel.: +31 20 379 2207
1A
diverse menu of exceptionally fresh fare is what earned Le Restaurant
its Michelin star. Inspiration comes from the nearby Albert Cuyp markt,
where chef Jan de Wit selects the choicest ingredients to craft into a
French-inspired menu.
B V is aan de Schelde
Scheldeplein 4
Tel.: +31 20 675 1583
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is aan de Schelde has many fans. In the mainly blue colour of the
decor, lovers of fish dishes can eat to their heart’s content.
C The Harbour Club Amsterdam
Cruquiusweg 67
T. +31 20-767 0421
1A
unique location in Amsterdam with international allure, a sparkling
atmosphere and exceptionally great food. A blend of Miami, Barcelona and the
Cote d’Azur: an industrial site, a former wine-terminal-turned fashionable chic.
D Restaurant Juuls
Albert Cuypstraat 19
Tel.: +31 20 471 0711
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uuls in Amsterdam is located is De Pijp district. In the evening you can
enjoy special dishes, superb wines, a warm atmosphere and personal
attention. The kitchen is French orientated with a classic modern
international twist.
E Johannes
Herengracht 413
Tel.: +31 20 626 9503
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estaurant Johannes Amsterdam is located in a beautiful old canal
house at the Herengracht. The menu changes bi-weekly and offers the
best of the season.
F Bord’Eau (Hotel L’Europe)
Nieuwe Doelenstraat 2-14
Tel.: +31 20 531 1705
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wo Michelin Stars awarded Bord’Eau offers a culinary adventure. The
intimacy of the salon-like setting, the classical simplicity of the decor
and the grace and attentiveness of the service suggest high style and
privilege overlooking the Amstel River.
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G Ciel Bleu (Okura Hotel)
Ferdinand Bolstraat 333
Tel.: +31 20 678 7450
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ne of Amsterdam’s most remarkable restaurants is on the 23 rd
floor of the Hotel Okura Amsterdam. The Ciel Bleu Restaurant has
been awarded one Michelin star, and like to adjacent Ciel Bleu Bar,
offers a panoramic view of Amsterdam’s city centre.
H V inkeles (the Dylan hotel)
Prinsengracht
Tel.: +31 20 530 2010
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estaurant Vinkeles is a unique destination in the heart of
Amsterdam. The intimate and historic setting offers the perfect
ambiance to enjoy the classic yet contemporary style French cuisine
which is often described as “exciting, modest and refined” and has
been awarded a Michelin star in 2009.
I Restaurant d’Vijff Vlieghen (The five flies)
Spuistraat 294-302
Tel: +31 20 530 4060
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he restaurant is like a culinary museum. Where else can you have
dinner whilst sitting under 4 original Rembrandt etchings?
J Vermeer (NH Hotel)
Prins Hendrikkade
Tel.: +31 20 556 4885
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estaurant Vermeer is a restaurant located in the NH Barbizon
Palace hotel opposite the Central Station. It is a fine dining
restaurant that received its first Michelin star in 1993. Sophisticated
and unique cuisine with both French, Mediterranean, Dutch and
English influences.
K Bridges (Sofitel The Grand)
Oudezijds Voorburgwal 197
Tel.: +31 20 555 3560
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here City officials once dined, you now feast on ocean-fresh fish
with a French flourish in Bridges restaurant: Amsterdam’s finest
seafood spot. Here, or in a Private Dining Room by the Vinothèque,
enjoy impeccable service and exquisite art de la table.
L Utrechtsedwarstafel
Utrechtsedwarsstraat 107-109
Tel.: +31 20 625 4189
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ithin strolling distance from Theatre Carré there is the stage
of Hans Verbeek and Igor Sens, the two culinary artists from
restaurant Utrechtsedwarstafel. Their performance is a ballet of
wine and food.
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M Yamazato (Okura Hotel)
Ferdinand Bolstraat 333
Tel.: +31 20 678 8351
1 Yamazato is the premier Japanese eatery in the Dutch capital.
Designed to represent a 16th century Japanese tea house, the staff
are suitable attired in kimonos and the Sukiya architectural style
encourages diners to focus on the food on offer.
N L a Rive (Amstel Hotel)
Professor Tulpplein 1
Tel.: +31 20 520 3264
1 L a Rive, awarded a Michelin star, is located in the InterContinental
Amstel Amsterdam, is one of Netherlands’ leading restaurants,
marked by a long tradition of culinary delights, an excellent
collection of wines and genuine hospitality.
O Beddington’s
Utrechtsedwarsstraat 141
+31 20 620 7393
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estaurant Beddington’s is a renowned name in and around
Amsterdam. Located in the heart of Amsterdam, just a few steps
away from the Rembrandtplein and Theater Carré.
P De Kas
Kamerlingh Onneslaan 3
Tel.: +31 20 462 4562
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e Kas, meaning greenhouse in Dutch, is housed in an enormous
glasshouse: one half for eating, the other for growing the fruit and
vegetables that end up on your plate. If your food wasn’t produced
here, it will come from the surrounding garden or a nearby farm.
Organic, healthy and with the emphasis firmly on fresh produce, it
serves modern European flavors with flair.
Q Hotel de Goudfazant
Aambeeldstraat 10 H
Tel.: +31 20 636 5170
1W
ith a name like Hotel de Goudfazant this place sounds like it might be
an old-fashioned family hotel but actually it’s a hip restaurant on the
water’s edge in Noord (North Amsterdam). In a gigantic shed of 1200
m2 with a raw and rugged decor, the chefs are cooking up a storm here.
R IZAKAYA
Albert Cuypstraat 2-6
Tel.: +31 20 305 3090
1 IZAKAYA, best translated from Japanese, as ‘pub,’ is a unique and vital
cornerstone of Japanese food culture, uninhibited and welcoming. The
concept is authentic but not traditional. Like an Asian grazing menu, you
can order as many or as few dishes as you like, depending on your mood.
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S Restaurant Tunes – Conservatorium Hotel
Van Baerlestraat 27
+31 20 570 00 00
1T
unes Restaurant in the spacious historic part of the hotel
overlooking Paulus Potterstraat and the Stedelijk Museum has
become one of Amsterdam’s leading restaurants. It has a truly
cosmopolitan feel with its set ‘à la carte’ menu and two eight-course
tasting menus, including a vegetarian option.
T REM Eiland
Haparandadam 45-2
+31 20 6885501
1R
EM Island is housed in a former offshore television station (I kid you
not!), home of TV Noordzee, in the middle of the IJ river and not far
from the Spaarndammer-hood. Since March 2011 the platform sits in
Amsterdam harbour where it serves as a International restaurant.
U Anna
Warmoesstraat 111
Tel.: +31 20 4281111
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estaurant ANNA is located in the oldest and most beautiful part of
Amsterdam in two spectacularly renewed monumental buildings.
These buildings start at the ‘Warmoesstraat’ to finish all the way at the
‘Oudekerksplein’. In restaurant ANNA you find yourself in the middle of
‘de Wallen’ also known as the red light district, at the corner of the ‘Sint
Anne’ quarter. You have a great view on the medieval church square.
V Toscanini
Lindengracht 75
Tel.: +31 20 623 28 13
1 I n 1985 Caffè Toscanini started as a tiny Italian restaurant in
Goudsbloemstraat in the Jordaan, a typical quarter of Amsterdam.
Soon it became known for its authentic Italian dishes, which were
prepared with great care and served in a homely and relaxed
atmosphere.
W De Ysbreeker
Weesperzijde 23
Tel.: +31 20 468 1808
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or breakfast, lunch, dinner or just a nice cocktail or beer early in the
evening. Ysbreeker’s terrace boasts lovely views of the Amstel river.
X De Jaren
Doelenstraat 20
Tel.: +31 20 625 5771
1E
njoy a drink and a bite to eat in a lovely location by the water.
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Local dishes
Explore intriguing Dutch food and discover local favorites and musttry’s. A trip to the Netherlands is not complete without eating a few from
the below specific food items. Enjoy!
Kroket
Despite the rumors that sometimes go around, the kroket is made up
of fresh meat, butter, bouillon, flour and a blend of herbs and spices.
Very nice in combination with a bread roll and mustard.
Haring (Herring)
May to July is haring-eating season in Holland. Haring is eaten with
onions, sometimes on a soft white roll. The Dutch way to eat haring is
by dangling it above your mouth.
Stroopwafels
A stroopwafel is a cookie with caramel. Stroopwafels taste best when
they are freshly made. You can buy them in grocery stores or freshly
made at a market booth.
FEBO: A Snack From the Wall
This is one food phenomenon that is a must, not so much for the food
itself, but rather for the experience.
Patat oorlog
When you ask for a Patatje Oorlog you will get a paper cone or little
plastic bucket with fries, mayonnaise, onions and peanut sate sauce.
Stamppot
Stamppot is a traditional dish (so traditional that there is not an
English word for it) and is made of potatoes and vegetables. There are
different types of stamppot, like:
Boerenkool (Farmers Cowl): with the vegetable boerenkool (curly
kale), mashed potatoes, bacon and/or a sausage;
Hutspot: with mashed potatoes, onions and carrots, and sometimes
served with syrup.
Drop (liquorice)
Although drop is known in other countries, it is not liked by a lot of
people. The Dutch however do like drop, and eat in different flavors.
Salty, sweet, with wine gums, made into a minty crayon, name it and it
is combined with drop. Any grocery store or candy store sells drop.
Broodje gehaktbal
White roll with a meatball, and mustard.
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I am...Thirsty
Drinks
Amsterdam has different districts with cafés, like the Jordaan and the
Pijp. Whether you’re after soaking up the atmosphere of a traditional
Dutch brown café, lounging in a city luxurious grand café, enjoying a drink
on one of the city’s many terraces or checking out the thriving bar scene,
Amsterdam is the perfect place. Below is a list of some of the many bars
in the Jordaan and the Pijp.
Bars Jordaan area:
A
A.Thijssen
Brouwersgracht 107
B
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B.Proust
Noordermarkt 4
C. Cafe Nol
Westerstraat 109 (recommend
visit after 01.00 am ;)
D. De Blaffende Vis
Westerstraat 118
Bars De Pijp area:
E. Café de Pijp
Ferdinand Bolstraat 17-19
F. De Duvel
Eerste van der Helststraat 61
G. Het Paardje
Gerard Douplein 1
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H. Chocolate Bar
Eerste van der Helststraat 62a
I.
De Groene Vlinder
Albert Cuypstraat 130
J.Barça
Marie Heinekenplein 30-33
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Clubbing in Amsterdam
When it comes to nightlife in Amsterdam, there are venues, dance festivals
and club nights to suit every taste. DJs keep the crowd going with everything
from techno, dub step and trance to hip-hop, funk and deep house.
There are two main squares to go out: Rembrandtplein and Leidseplein.
Clubs Rembrandtplein area:
Clubs Leidseplein area:
A.Escape
Rembrandtplein 11
C.Paradiso
Weteringschans 6-8
B. Club Air
Amstelstraat 16
D. Jimmy Woo
Korte Leidsedwarsstraat 18
E.Sugarfactory
Lijnbaansgracht 238
D
B
A
E
C
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I am…a Shopaholic
Negen straatjes
The ‘negen straatjes’ (nine streets) are located in the Jordaan, a district in the
city center of Amsterdam. From secondhand clothing boutiques to antique
stores, there is a wide variety of stores in the negen straatjes. The canals
Prinsengracht, Keizersgracht, Herengracht and Singel are crossed by three
parallel streets, which is how the nine streets are created. There is also a
glasses museum, and a bible museum located in the negen straatjes.
De Bijenkorf
De Bijenkorf is a chain of high-end department stores in the Netherlands with
its flagship store on Dam Square, Amsterdam. It was founded by Simon Philip
Goudsmit (1845–1889) in 1870. De Bijenkorf is a true institution of fashion and
style. It offers hundreds of major Dutch and international brands, such as
Burberry and Gucci. But it’s not only fashion. De Bijenkorf is also known for
their high-quality cosmetics, luggage, gifts and more.
Leidsestraat
The Leidsestraat, dates from the great urban sprawl of 1658, is a busy
and popular shopping street in Amsterdam. The street is located between
the squares Koningsplein and Leidseplein and crosses the Herengracht,
Keizersgracht and Prinsengracht (the canals).
PC Hooftstraat
The P.C. Hooftstraat is a famous shopping street in Amsterdam and is named
after Pieter Corneliszoon Hooft (1581–1647), a Dutch historian, poet and play
writer. The street is located in the district Amsterdam Oud-Zuid and runs
from the Stadhouderskade to the Vondelpark. In the last decade the P.C.
Hooftstraat has developed to become one of the most expensive shopping
streets in the Netherlands. Several international and exclusive brand stores
are visited here, such as Cartier, Chanel, Dolce & Gabbana, Gucci, Hermès,
Louis Vuitton and Prada.
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I am…Relaxed
Akasha Holistic Wellbeing Centre - Conservatorium Hotel
 Van Baerlestraat 27
Tel.: +31 20 570 0067
The Conservatorium hotel offers a spa and gym experience and wellbeing
concept completely new to Amsterdam. For comprehensive restoration and
rejuvenation the Akasha Holistic Wellbeing Centre is divided into different
areas which align with the four elements.
 The Akasha Holistic Wellbeing Centre is open every day of the week from 06:30
AM to 11 PM.
Spa Zuiver
 Koenenkade 8
Tel.: +31 20 301 0700
Good relaxation ensures for an improved condition and your concentration
is enhanced. Spa Zuiver offers all the features to ensure that you can enjoy a
complete ‘wellness experi ence’ on every visit. Make your own ‘day program’
or choose one of our complete packages and combine the various rooms, baths
and treatments. You can go along to the Wellness bar for healthy smoothies
and light meals which completely fit in to their vision of a healthy life. Facilities:
saunas, Turkish bath, hamam, cool ice area, sunbed and more.
 Spa Zuiver is open 7 days a week from 10 am till 11.30 pm
(last ticket sales at 10 pm).
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I am...Dutch
Learning the language
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Yes
Ja
No
Nee
Hello
Hoi/Hallo
Good morning
Goedemorgen
Good afternoon
Goedemiddag
Good evening
Goedenavond
Goodbye
Dag
Thank you
Dank u wel
You’re welcome
Graag gedaan
Please
Alstublieft
Chears
Proost
The Dutch food tastes good
Nederlands eten is lekker
I don’t speak Dutch
Ik spreek geen Nederlands
Do you speak English?
Spreekt u Engels?
Where is the toilet?
Waar is het toilet?
I lost my way
Ik ben de weg kwijt
Where can I watch the matches
of the FIFA World Cup?
These are the best places to watch football in Amsterdam. Surround yourself
with outgoing orange fans, sing along to the best Holland songs and cheer to
Dutch National football team.
Jordaan
The Jordaan quarter is packed with typical Amsterdam brown cafes. No matter
if it’s a championship or a friendly match, the television is switched on to watch
‘oranje’. The more important the match, the bigger the chances that extra
televisions are placed in the bar. If the weather allows it, sidewalks are often
included to the café. It’s hard to miss and to pass these groups of exuberant
orange fans. Suggestions for a bar where you can watch a match in the Jordaan
neighborhood are Thijssen, Café Proust and De Blaffende Vis.
Heinekenplein
Heinekenplein is a square located behind the Heineken Experience in the
‘Pijp’ district. This area is known for having the highest amount of bars and
restaurants per square meter in the Netherlands. You can find plenty of bars
where you can cheer for the Dutch team surrounded by Holland fans of all ages.
Heinekenplein has several bars and cafes located next to each other. It’s a great
place to drink a beer, meet Holland supporters and watch the Dutch football
team.
WestergasTerras
WestergasTerras is a cafe located at the Westergasfabriek in Amsterdam.
Usually this café is a great place to enjoy a drink, lunch or dinner, while soaking
up the sun on their terrace. During championships the terrace turns orange and
becomes a get-together for Holland fans. You can watch the performances of the
Dutch team from a big screen, while laying on one of the ‘Fatboys’ in the sun. This
makes the WestergasTerras definitely one of the best places in Amsterdam to
watch a match of the Dutch national football team.
Strandzuid
Strandzuid is one of the city beaches of Amsterdam. On a sunny day you can relax
in the sun with a bite and a drink, play beach-volleyball and paddle in the cooling
water. During Europen and World Championships this beach transforms into a
popular meeting place for orange fans. You need to buy a ticket at the door to join
the festivities. In return you’ll get to see the match with your feet in the sand and
your face in the sun. A DJ makes sure that the party will go on the whole night.
source: www.holland.com
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World Cup 2014 match schedule
12,13 & 14 June
12 June 2014
Final tournament - Group stage (Group A)
Brazil
22.00
Croatia
Referee: TBD – Stadium: Arena de Sao Paulo, Sao Paulo (BRA)
13 June 2014
Final tournament - Group stage (Group A)
Mexico
18.00
Cameroon
Referee: TBD – Stadium: Estadio das Dunas, Natal (BRA)
Final tournament - Group stage (Group B)
21.00
Spain
Netherlands
Referee: TBD – Stadium: Mangaberia, Salvador De Bahia (BRA)
14 June 2014
Final tournament - Group stage (Group B)
Chile
00.00
Australia
Referee: TBD – Stadium: Arena Pantanal, Cuiaba (BRA)
Final tournament - Group stage (Group C)
Colombia
18.00
Greece
Referee: TBD – Stadium: Estadio Mineirao, Belo Horizonte (BRA)
Final tournament - Group stage (Group D)
Uruguay
21.00
Referee: TBD – Stadium: Estadio Castelao, Fortaleza (BRA)
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