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04 ON THE COVER ICK Fest 06 CITY OF AMSTERDAM Where to begin 10 AREA 1 Jordaan 12 AREA 2 9 Straatjes 14 AREA 3 Museumkwartier 15 SPIEGELKWARTIER Art & Antiques 23 AREA 4 Old Town & Zeedijk

25 AREA 5 City Centre 25 AREA 6 Rembrandtplein 26 AREA 7 The Plantation 28 AREA 8 Leidseplein 31 AREA 9 The Docklands 32 THIS SEASON Art & Culture, Theatre, Music and Events

42 DISCOVER Amsterdam Metropolitan Area 55 FOOD, DRINKS & NIGHTLIFE Where to find Amsterdam nightly entertainment 62 REDLIGHT DISTRICT Where to find the city’s nightly entertainment 64 MAP OF AMSTERDAM Find your way in Amsterdam 66 AMSTERDAM JOURNAL Online

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DANCE IS ALIVE AND KICKING!

ICKFEST ICK (Emio Greco | Pieter C Scholten) presents a weekend full of dance performances, workshops, dance films and gatherings at Theater de Meervaart. As international platform for contemporary dance, ICK celebrates the beauty, revolt, joy and innovation of dance during the ICKFEST. In collaboration with Ballet National de Marseille, during the festival work of exciting Dutch and French choreographers will be shown.

SATURDAY 11 FEBRUARY SLAVE + TOGETHER TILL THE END The French choreographer David Llari created a solo for hip hop and modern dancer Thomas Barbaris about how we deal with the guilt and shame of a collective history. This piece is presented in a double bill with Togheter till the end by the Dutch choreographer Arno Schuitemaker: two performers and uplifting vibrant beats. PARA | DISO REVISITED – EMIO GRECO | PIETER C. SCHOLTEN Immeasurably blissful and horrible at the same time! Six dancers take you on their way to paradise! CLUB ICK After the last performance, the dancers invite you on the dancefloor to enjoy a live DJ set.

SUNDAY 12 FEBRUARY RECOVERY – FLORENTINA HOLZINGER In Recovery the central theme is the fight as a healing process. The stage is the arena where traumas will be coped with and a new beginning can be made. BOLÉRO & TWO Dancers from ICK and Ballet National de Marseille collaborate to show this impressive work by choreographers Emio Greco and Pieter C. Scholten. Boléro is a battle between nine dancers and the overpowering musical score of Ravel, while TWO is a duet in which the dancers delve into the consequences of two people sharing the same space. NIGHTWALKING II – 11 AND 12 FEBRUARY Nightwalking II is an interdisciplinary installation where visitors experience what it’s like to be deaf blind. In addition to the experience there is a movie in which the contact between a dancer (ICK) and a person with congenital deafblindness is captured. An installation by ICK and André Arends (MICH Foundation).

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City of Amsterdam Where to begin? That’s a good question! Amsterdam has so much to offer that it is impossible to see everything in a week, let alone in a weekend. To make things a little easier for you the Amsterdam Journal has divided the city into nine easy-reference areas for you. Each area has its own character. In the one area you will mainly find the authentic Amsterdam with its real brown (referring to the dark wood interiors) pubs (the Jordaan), in the next area you will find the most important art collections of the Netherlands (Museumkwartier – Museum Quarter), large shops or on the contrary unusual specialist shops (Centrum (Centre), de Negen Straatjes (Nine Streets) or nature combined with history (the Plantage). For those who want to go out, Amsterdam (Rembrandtplein, Leidseplein) is the place to be. Also modern architecture buffs can indulge themselves here (Eastern Docklands) and those who also want to see Amsterdam’s world-famous and typical side, now’s your chance (Red light district). You could easily spend a day in each area, but luckily combining the areas is also easy. The areas link up well, public transport will take you everywhere. Should you be at a loss: Amsterdammers are helpful and practically everyone speaks English. Welkom en veel plezier! (Welcome and enjoy!)

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WHAT YOU NEED TO KNOW

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Just about everyone speaks English in Amsterdam. Many people speak German and French too but not as well. A common misconception is that Dutch is similar to German. In truth they are not: Dutch people have to learn German at school, and they generally speak better English than German. The German and Dutch languages are similar in the way that French and Italian are.

Amsterdam can best be travelled by public transport. Parking is not only a problem, but also rather expensive. Public transport is well-organised and you can either take a tram, bus, metro or taxi. The entire city centre has a dense network of trams, which can get you almost everywhere. Amsterdam also has an underground, but since there are only a few stops in the centre, this is not very practical for visitors. The trams run until just after midnight. After that there is an hourly service of night busses that leave from Central Station. For information about travelling in the Netherlands you can call the national public transport information service, phone: 0900 9292 (Dutch language, € 0,70 per min.). When you phone them, you can tell them when and where you want to go to, anywhere in the Netherlands, and then they will inform you how to get there. www.9292.nl/en

Trains in the Netherlands are fast, frequently going, comfortable and relatively cheap. Many stations have a taxi-sharing scheme called “Treintaxi’s” which only cost about e 4,20. You can check train times online on the National Dutch Railways (NS) site: www.ns.nl

WEATHER Typically, Dutch weather ranges from slight freezing in the dead of winter, usually with little snow, to pleasantly sunny days of 20 to 30ºC in the summer. Spring and autumn are pleasant.

TIME Amsterdam time is one hour ahead of GMT; when daylight saving time is in operation the sun is at its highest point at around 1.40pm (which makes for long evenings: since Amsterdam is very far West in its time zone, a midsummer sky can be light as late as 11 o’clock in the evening). Amsterdam is a late city: many shops don’t open until 10am and bars and cafés stay open till 2am and some even longer.

ELECTRICITY The electricity voltage in the Netherlands was 220 volts, and then moved up at a rate of 1 volt per year to the European standard of 230 volts. Global Blue’s service fee. For more details see globalrefund.com or call phone: (023) 5241909.

AMSTERDAMMERTJES An Amsterdammertje is the typical red brown steel bollard that is used to separate the sidewalk from the street in Amsterdam. During the 2000s, the sidewalks in Amsterdam are being slightly elevated from the streets, meaning that the Amsterdammertjes are nog longer needed to separate the sidewalk from the street. Yearly, around 2.000 Amsterdammertjes are sold online by the city government of Amsterdam.

OPENING HOURS Shops are open from 9am until 6pm daily, although many do not open until midday on Sundays and Mondays. Thursday is late shopping night with stores staying open until 9pm. However, many will offer late opening on the run up to Christmas.

TAXIS In the Netherlands it is not customary to hail a taxi. To take a taxi you go to a taxi rank, of which there are many. In your hotel, restaurants, shops, etc. you can ask them to order you a taxi, or you can call (020) 677 77 77. Taxis are of good quality, but relatively expensive. eCab, the smart city move eCab is a cooperation between market leading taxi companies in Europe and offers the costumer more than any other taxiapp. With eCab the customer not only gets quality, convenience and comfort but also can choose between two service levels: eCab | Simple and reliable Always a vehicle available, Order directly in 1 click, Payment on board (by cash or card) eCab + | More criterias Priority booking, Secured in-app payment, Selected drivers, Immediate order and prebooking. eCab can be downloaded from the App Store or from Google Play.

DRIVING A CAR IN AMSTERDAM Amsterdam’s historic centre wasn’t built for the modern means of transportation and as a result it has become quite congested over the years. Due to the municipal policy to ban cars from the city centre it is difficult nowadays to reach the centre by car and even more difficult to find a parking space. So driving in Amsterdam is not recommended.

THROUGH THE CANALS Of course the canals are one of the major attractions of the ‘Venice of the North’. By daytime already very charming, by night they become even more enchanting because many of the canal houses and bridges are beautifully illuminated. You can sample the canal views by taking a canal tour with one of the shipping companies at the Stadhouderskade or on Damrak or Rokin. Our luxurious boats are ready to guide you through Amsterdam’s many canals. Our canals have been awarded UNESCO’s World Heritage status and taking this 75-minute City Canal Cruise will reveal why. Passing all of the city’s highlights, this is simply the most relaxing and fun way to see the city. We offer audio commentary in 21 languages. Our boats also give you an unique vantage point for taking the best photographs of the city! For reservations see blueboat.nl or call +31 (0)20 679 1370.

CANAL BIKES If you care to venture into the canals on your own or if you’re feeling energetic, you can also try the more adventurous pedal boats. You can set off from one landing stage and leave your Canal Bike at another., drift through the canals in your own time, you cannot fail to discover the most surprising things and experience the unexpected! Call (020) 62 655 74 for more information or to make a reservation! ■

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Enjoying authentic Amsterdam in a relaxed way that is what you do in the Jordaan. In the past labourers and craftsmen used to live in the crisscross of little streets. Now you get pleasantly lost among the local shops, antiquarian bookshops, galleries and (brown) pubs. This charming working class area is hot!

AUTHENTIC WORKING CLASS AREA You can wander around through the streets and side streets in a relaxed way and enjoy the spontaneous and relaxed atmosphere. You can experience the typical atmosphere of the Jordaan, in streets like Westerstraat, Tweede Anjeliersdwarsstraat, Tweede Tuindwarsstraat and around the Noordermarkt. On Saturdays you will find the best organic farmer’s market of Amsterdam on the Noordermarkt, directly opposite the Noorderkerk (Noorder church).

PUBS/BARS AND SHOPS When you walk from the Noorderkerk to the Westerkerk (Western church) – the recogni zable church that has a blue-red crown on its tower - , you will automatically get to the Westermarkt. Here you will find the monument for gay people (1987), consisting of three large pink granite triangles. From here you can go straight onto Rozengracht (Rozen canal). This shopping street is very well-liked because of its diversity of nice shops.

ANNE FRANK HOUSE Also not far from the Westerkerk, you can take a look in the Anne Frank’s Achterhuis. Behind a closet that turns out to be a door, you will find the small house where she wrote in her diary. Very oppressive.

THE REAL PUB LIFE ‘Gezellig. This Dutch word – that can barely be translated properly -, applies perfectly to the typical (brown) pubs in the Jordaan. The atmosphere is easy-going, the people are spontaneous and speak with a very broad Amsterdam accent. You will regularly hear the sound of original Dutch music. ■

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• Do you want to visit the Anne Frank House (Prinsengracht 267)? Be there on time and prepare for serious waiting times. • Find Dutch conviviality in one of the over 60 (brown) cafés in the Jordaan. • Visit the fabric market (Lapjesmarkt) on the Noordermarkt: Mondays 8.00 – 14.00 hours. •

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Feel like going on a shopping spree? At the edge of the Jordaan you will find the Haarlemmerstraat and the Haarlemmerdijk with many contemporary and unique and edgy clothes shops.

ARTIST KEREN DE VREEDE MODERN ABSTRACT EXPRESSIONISM

Art in the Jordaan There are many little galleries in Amsterdam, but in 2012 a new gallery opened its doors. This gallery has brought color and joy to the mix of art being offered around the Jordaan area. Already named best new coming gallery by the UK Guardian, Keren de Vreede Art Gallery with itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s magnificent works of art is definitely worth a visit. Hands on Keren de Vreede paints with merely her hands and lives her art. Bright colors, thick paint and bold and daring lines are the characteristics of her paintings. They reflect her passion for life, her positive outlook and her bright personality. A self-taught artist who discovered the desire to paint in her early years. Having used all kind of materials in the past, she prefers acrylic paint to express her creativity and achieve the result she is looking for. Instead of using the traditional easel, she positions her canvas on the floor. Her style can be described as modern abstract expressionism. Her paintings have been bought by art lovers and collectors from all over the world.

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THE NINE STREETS

Nine small streets full of small specialist shops, boutiques and galleries.

Not far behind Dam Square, between the wellknown ring of canals, you will find nine small streets full of small specialist shops, boutiques and galleries. The three times three streets are situated neatly side to side and together they are a kilometre long, but make no mistake! You can easily lose yourself here for a day. PLEASANT, UNIQUE AND BOLD In former times the workshops of craftsmen could be found in Reestraat, Berenstraat, Runstraat, Hartenstraat, Wolvenstraat, Huidenstraat, Gasthuismolensteeg, Oude Spiegelstraat and Wijde Heisteeg. Nowadays the small streets are full of specialist shops. If you want to snap up something special, you are bound to be successful here. Contrary to the large shops in the city centre, nothing is standard here. Except the more easy-going atmosphere and the great amount of creativity.

VINTAGE, CHIC, SECOND-HAND AND EVERYTHING IN BETWEEN The collections of the shops show that the owners are passionate enthusiasts. Many of them have made their hobby their job. If you love clothes with just something special, you can indulge yourself in the more than fifty clothes shops. No sameness here, but mainly colourful, chic, trendy, exciting, vintage or second-hand clothes. The second-hand shops in the Nine Streets are famous for vintage, chic and second-hand clothes in Amsterdam by the way.

UNLIKE ANYTHING ELSE All the shops really show sincere interests: shoe shops with unusual collections, a sock shop for men, specialised bookshops, a cheese shop with hundreds of different types of cheeses and have you ever seen a White Teeth shop before? ■

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• On de9straatjes.nl/uk/ you can see the amount of specialised shops • Most shops in the Nine Streets are also open on Sundays, after 12.00 hours. • There are various small cafés in the Nine Streets that sell healthy sandwiches, smoothies, cheesecake and other goodies.

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SHOPPING

THE VINTAGE WATCH SHOP

REESTRAAT 3 | T 020-3892789 | WWW.AWCO.NL Amsterdam Watch Company is specialized in premium vintage and exclusive watches such as Omega, Rolex, Jaeger-LeCoultre, Cartier, Patek Philippe and many other brands. We also sell a large selection of exotic watchstraps, watchwinders and other watch related accessories. And as the only watchstore in the Netherlands, we sell four Dutch handmade watches from: Van der Gang Watches, Christiaan van der Klaauw, Pellikaan and Roland Oostwegel.

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At the delightfully informal lunch café Nielsen, where fresh flowers put you in a summery mood whatever the weather, you are spoilt for choice from a delicious breakfast menu. Furthermore, do they have a very attractive lunch card, with scrumptious club sandwiches and home made cakes. All ingredients used are fresh and ecological friendly meat is used. They have many vegetarian and vegan dishes on the menu. All the dishes are home made, of course. Especially recommendable is their multiple prize-winning club sandwich. A true family business with a passion for fresh, honest and tasty food.

This Watch is made by the Dutch master watchmaker mr. Wiebe van der Gang. There are not many mechanical lady watches with a moon indication on the dail. Look at the stylistic characteristics of the dial and numerals. Each watch has an idividual number and is available in steel or pink gold. In short, it is a stunning, elegant timepiece. Price € 5.600,-

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MUSEUM QUARTER

See the masterpieces in Holland’s most important museums with your own eyes.

There are a number of things you cannot get round in Amsterdam. Culture enthusiasts cannot go home before they have admired a number of masterpieces in Holland’s most important museums with their own eyes. Where to begin? RIJKSMUSEUM (NATIONAL MUSEUM) In this impressive monumental building dating from 1885 you will find the famous masterpieces of Dutch and Flemish painters from the fifteenth up to and including the nineteenth century. Here you will also find Rembrandt’s world-famous Night Watch (1650). Other masters to be found here are: Jan Steen, Frans Hals and Johannes Vermeer. After a long renovation project the Rijksmuseum has been open again completely since April.

VAN GOGH MUSEUM When you walk through this museum you clearly see how this painter developed. As sombre as the paintings are that he made in the Netherlands, so colourful and vivid are the works that he made on French soil. You will also find works of contemporaries like Monet and Gauguin in the museum.

STEDELIJK MUSEUM (MUNICIPAL MUSEUM) The Stedelijk Museum, established in 1874, has a large collection of classical, modern and contemporary art. The museum owns about 90.000 objects from practically all important 20th and 21st century schools.

CONCERTGEBOUW (CONCERT BUILDING) In 1888 the first concert took place in this famous Concert building. The acoustics in the building are extraordinary. In 2013 the Concertgebouw is celebrating its 125th anniversary. Every month of the Jubilee year a different period from the history of the Concertgebouw are central.

BROWSING AROUND IN ANTIQUE SHOPS

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Together with the adjacent Nieuwe Spiegelstraat, Spiegelgracht (opposite the Rijksmuseum) makes up the heart of the Spiegelkwartier; an area with many antique shops and galleries. ■

• If you don’t like waiting, you just order your Museum tickets online. • During the concert season (mid-September to the end of June) a free lunch concert is given in the Concert gebouw on Wednesdays: between 12.00 and 12.30 hours. • High Society shopping: parallel to Museumplein you will find the most stylish and most expensive shopping street of the Netherlands: P.C. Hooftstraat. • Diamond lovers visit the Diamond Museum Amsterdam (Paulus Potterstraat, opposite Museumplein)

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175 YEARS of CRAFTSMANSHIP

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The first purchase by the Rijksmuseum in the Spiegelkwartier in 1914; 4 panels redwine silk with a pommegranate motif in yellow silk. Italy, 15th centrury and further purchases in the past years. This continued with; 1. An ivory erotic plaquette that in the 13th-14th century was attached to a valuable Indian canopy bed; Polak Works of Art. 2. The predecessor of the coffeemachine, made of silver in Amsterdam in 1809; Juwelier Marjan Sterk. 3. Drinking brothers made by Jan Pieter van Baurscheit (de Oude), ca. 1700: Kunstzalen Vecht. 4. Email cloisonnÃ© parfumflacon with a bird between reed in Japonisese style by Alexis Falize (1811-1898) Kunsthandel Inez Stodel.

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SPIEGELKWARTIER the art & antiques district If you collect antiques or modern art, the Spiegelkwartier is the place to go. Just across the bridge opposite the Rijksmuseum you will find this historical neighbourhood with its typical old Dutch houses. This area has been the heart of the national art and antiques trade for the past eighty years and has a friendly relaxed atmosphere. There are few places in the world where you will find such a stunning choice of art and antiques. HISTORY Today one finds fine art and antiques dealers in almost every house in the Nieuwe Spiegelstraat and on the Spiegelgracht. This is the result of a historical development of almost 120 years. Without the building of the renown Rijksmuseum the neighbourhood would surely have looked very different. Before the Rijksmuseum was built (1877/1885) there used to be a large windmill on that spot. The existing small business like watchmakers, carpenters, furniture repair shops etc, slowly changed into art and antique dealers. ARTS & ANTIQUES (MINI MUSEUMS) In a cluster of historic houses, you can find a rich treasure-trove of art and antiques,mini-museums that invite you not only to admire, but give you the opportunity to buy. The shops and galleries of the Spiegelkwartier offer some of the finest art and antiques you’re likely to find anywhere in the world, from Roman glass to Dutch Old Masters, from Delftware to tribal art, contemporary sculpture to Art Deco jewellery, centuries-old furniture to a painting finished yesterday. The Spiegelkwartier has been at the heart of the Dutch art and antiques trade for more than a hundred years. Over 70 specialised dealers offer not only top-quality collections, but considerable expertise. And they gladly share there expertise with you. RIJKSMUSEUM According to old address books the first antique dealer started in 1900 in de Kerkstraat nr 219. In 1910 there are already seven antique shops mentioned. After the war the number of galleries and shops really extended. If one looks at the objects bought by the Rijksmuseum in the Spiegelkwartier one notices that it mainly concerns objects like furniture, glass, textile and earthenware.

This is not surprising since the shops were specialized in these antiquities. The proof of a historically grown connection with the Rijksmuseum is the exhibition in 1985 of a selection of objects bought in the Spiegelkwartier. FROM ARCHEOLOGICAL FINDS TO SOUVENIRS The Art and Antique dealers offer a wide variety of objects, ranging from archeological finds to 17th century furniture, glass and Dutch Delftware, from oriental art to Art Nouveau, from tribal art to contemporary art, from medieval statues and antique clocks to jewellery and, last but not at least paintings from the COBRA period or finished yesterday. And you don’t have to break the plastic, also for little money you can buy an unique ‘souvenir’. FOOD & DRINKS & SHOPPING Tucked in between these Aladdin’s caves are cafés and restaurants perfect for a little time out, whether you feel like a bowl of healthy soup, or coffee and cake; a light lunch or dinner with singing staff. You can pick up nifty vintage clothes at knock-down prices, or pre-loved designer wear. Then there are shoes and bags from famed Dutch designers and gifts aplently, from stylish Dutch contemporary object to toys for the kids back home. MUSEUMS A visit to the Spiegelkwartier is easy to combine with a visit to one of many museums in the area. At walking distance you will find the Rijksmuseum, Vincent van Gogh Museum, Stedelijk Museum, FOAM and the Allard Pierson museum. A fun way to get to the Spiegelkwartier and the nearby Rijksmuseum, is with the CANAL-BUS. WWW.SPIEGELKWARTIER.AMSTERDAM amsterdamjournal.nl 17

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KUNSTHANDEL INEZ STODEL SELLS RARE AND WEARABLE ANTIQUE JEWELLERY NIEUWE SPIEGELSTRAAT 65 | +31 (0)20 6232942 WWW.INEZSTODEL.COM | INSTAGRAM: INEZSTODEL_JEWELRY

Inez Stodel, renowned for her extraordinary eye and taste, has specialized in jewels and small works of art for over 50 years. She has been joined in the business by her daughter, Leonore van der Waals. In their shop on the famed Nieuwe Spiegelstraat, you will find a broad collection of elegant and original jewels ranging in date from antiquity to the 1970s. In the collection you will find signed jewels made by grand houses as Cartier, Tiffany & Co., Marcus & Co., Van Cleef & Arpels, Mauboussin and Boucheron, as well as pieces by famous designers as Carlo Giuliano, Alexis Falize, Jean and Georges Fouquet and Seaman Schepps. Besides period jewellery and bijoux de charme you will find objets de vitrine such as boxes, small sculptures, ma?trises, scent bottles, portrait miniatures, costume accessories and micromosaics. Stodel and Van der Waals also build - with great enthusiasm - personal collections upon request. If you are in search of your perfect jewel they will find it for you.

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Amsterdam houses the dream of every vintage jewellery lover: the Droomfabriek, or ‘factory of dreams’. Selling a large range of costume jewellery made by designers such as Miriam Haskell, Kenneth Jay Lane and Yves St. Laurent, as well as offering antique objects and photographs, the shop is a true treasure trove. High-end fashion designers including Elsa Schiaparelli and Coco Chanel were often spotted wearing costume jewellery. Chanel reasoned that “to ask a woman to wear real jewellery only is like asking her to cover herself with real flowers instead of floral silk prints. She’d look faded in a few hours.” Aside from costume jewellery, the Droomfabriek has an eclectic mix of antiques, objets trouvés, vintage handbags (Chanel, Gucci, Judith Leiber), Hermès scarfs and ties.

Renssen Art Gallery Side by side: Picasso and Renssen

In the heart of the Amsterdam Art District you find Renssen Art Gallery. Paintings, sculptures and lithographs by internationally collected Dutch artist Erik Renssen (b. 1960) are displayed in an elegant yet informal setting. The gallery shows their contemporary Renssen artworks alongside an impressive collection of Picasso lithographs, pochoirs and etchings. The combination of these two collections, mounted in hand-made and gilded frames, makes a visit to Renssen Art Gallery a very worthwhile experience.

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NIEUWE SPIEGELSTRAAT 55 | AMSTERDAM WWW.FRIDESLAMERIS.NL | +31(0)20 6264066 Frides Laméris Art and Antiques offers a magnificent collection of glass from as early as the Roman times until 1800, as well as Asian porcelain and Dutch ceramics. Subtle coloured Roman glass, the famous ‘cristallo’ form sixteenth century Venice, intriguing glass à la façon de Venise and eighteenth century ceremonial goblets will fascinate you. Come by to learn more about the items, their stories and the traditions behind these delicate pieces of art, usually only displayed in museums.

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Serpent glass made in the Venetian manner (à la façon de Venise) with white crests. So called ‘Cristallijn’ and white glass, The Netherlands, second half seventeenth century. Height 18.5cm.

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VILLA DEL ARTE GALLERIES CONTEMPORARY ART

Villa del Arte Gallery is to be found amongst the galleries of the famous art-district Spiegelkwartier. The gallery stands out with high quality works of internationally and locally acclaimed artists, presenting contemporary art. Exclusively available at Villa del Arte Gallery: Francoise NIELLY’s limited edition Fine Art Prints on aluminum and original work. Françoise NIELLY, born and raised in France, has

allowing us to appreciate the real beauty of things

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and what they are made of truly.

paintings that exhibit a brute force, a fascinating vi-

Villa del Arte Gallery is proud to present his work for

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the first time in The Netherlands.

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surprising, even explosive, the cut of her knife inci-

Group Show are: paintings by Francoise Nielly, Edo

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Kaaij, Frank E Hollywood, Joan Peris. Sculptures by Liechennay, Michael James Talbot, Johan Thunell.

The award winning British photographer Nick

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VEASEY creates astonishing X-ray photos of all

Nick Veasey, Yvonne Michiels.

kinds of objects. He uses an industrial X-ray machine to capture multiple exposures of each object, and digitally combines the exposures to create the final image. His subjects range from small objects like teddy bears to sports cars and even airplanes. Nick Veasey’s art reveals everything from the inside out,

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Jan Veenis interior decorator has a large collection of exclusive fabrics for curtains and furniture. For furniture like Giorgetti as well as interior lighting Jan Veenis is the place to be. He will gladly advise you with the decoration of your interior, without obligation.

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Hidden under the pillars in the end of the Nieuwe Spiegelstraat, among art galleries and special boutiques, there you will find Restaurant Spelt, open for lunch and dinner. Since 2008, Chef Thomas Geraedts and his team, serve quality dishes with a classic touch. The name Spelt, refers to the ancient wheat, which stands for quality and authenticity. When sitting inside you can observe the big beautiful garden or watch the art of cooking as it occurs inthe open kitchen. You can enjoy lunch and dinner on the terrace as well, feeling like a world traveller. Openinghours: TUE - TH 10:30 A.M. TO 9:00 P.M. FR - SA 10:30 A.M. TO 10:00 P.M. CLOSED ON SUNDAY AND MONDAY

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Visit Robert Schreuder’s small and enchanting antiques shop, which will take you back to the world of 18th- and 19th-century Grand Tour travellers on their way to Rome or Paris. Treat yourself to a beautiful neoclassical statue or watercolour that will perfectly adorn a modern loft as well as the study of a Georgian townhouse. Or choose from among the selected pieces of fine furniture, objets d’art, chandeliers, candlesticks and out of the ordinary objects on offer that will most likely steal your heart. Admirers of Napoleon will find a nice collection of busts and memorabilia of the emperor. Robert studied in Bordeaux, Leiden and Bologna. No wonder Italian and French antiques form the core of his collection but you might also encounter a nice English Regency piece. You are very welcome in his shop in the Spiegelkwartier, Amsterdam’s famous antiques district. Or have a preview on his stylish website Open: Thursday-Saturday: 11 am - 6 pm

TINKERBELL FUN & DISCOVERYSHOP SPIEGELGRACHT 10 | +31 (0)20 7370679 WWW.TINKERBELLTOYS.NL TinkerBell may well be the happiest shop in Amsterdam. Here, you will find beautiful and special toys for both very young and older children. Toys just for fun, but also educational ones. Adults tha haven’t grown out of playing can find the things they like here as well. From jumping ropes and bubble trumpets to chemistry sets, stroboscopic devices, air glides and an alarm kit for kids. Toys for endless fun. Openinghours: Sunday 12.00 - 17.00 hrs Monday 13.00 - 18.00 hrs, Tuesday till Saturday 10.00 - 18.00 hrs

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Anyone who has been in Amsterdam, will get inevitable questions about the Red Light district. In the Netherlands prostitution is legal. Although not appreciated by everyone, a tour through the Red Light district will certainly be an interesting experience. It can be combined well with a visit to and a good meal in adjacent ‘China Town’. Close to Central station you will find one of the oldest streets in Amsterdam: the Zeedijk. The place is swarming with restaurants, cafés and Indonesian shops (tokos). The Zeedijk is the centre of China Town; the Peking ducks hang behind the windows and a large Buddhist temple colours the street scene.

OLD TOWN From midday you will increasingly smell aromas that make your mouth water. Pull up a chair in one of the smaller Chinese restaurants. This is where Chinese Amsterdammers (or Amsterdam Chinese) eat too. Is there a line somewhere? Then the wait is very probably highly worthwhile!

RED LIGHT DISTRICT The Red Light district covers the area between Zeedijk and Warmoesstraat. As soon as dusk falls and the shining red light greets you, the atmosphere is loose and laid back here. The ladies behind the windows wink playfully are friendly and wave to the merry passers-by. Do you want to get your breath back for a moment from all the impressions? There are plenty of pubs to recover while enjoying a beer.

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OUDE KERKSPLEIN (OLD CHURCH SQUARE) The Oude Kerksplein is special place in the heart of the Red Light district. The 14th century church is the oldest building still standing in Amsterdam. There’s a bronze statue on the square in honour of the prostitutes who have been active in this area for centuries. This lady is called ‘Belle’.

CANNABIS COLLEGE AMSTERDAM The Cannabis College offers free advice on safe recreational Cannabis use in addition to educating the public about the many uses of the hemp plant. Guided tours of our Cannabis garden allow us to bring our information to life with a beautiful, completely bio-organic example of indoor growing. ■

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ARTIST MARK RAVEN Text: Sarah Saarberg

and his Contemporary City Impressions

It is obvious that the artist Mark Raven loves his birthplace by each and every work he has made of Amsterdam. This city never ceases to captivate and inspire him. Mark’s work is modern and wayward, but is unmistakably connected to this versatile and interesting capitol of ours. If Marks Raven’s father had had his way, Mark would have become a journalist. At the time, he followed his advice and went to the school for journalism. But he clearly was destined for other things. The artist explains his chosen medium: “The image, as means of communication, is far more appealing to me than text. Moreover, an image is universal. Everyone understands it.” And so, Mark installed himself as a street artist on a rug in the tunnel underneath the Rijksmuseum to capture the city in every way. “I love the city. But I love people too. I immediately want to show them what I make.”

KIOSK ON MUSEUMPLEIN Mark’s work was liked right from the beginning. So much even, that the city council helped him to a studio right on the Museumplein in the form of a rebuild flower stall. Mark wanted his art to be accessible for everyone, and so he began to print tshirts and posters with his work. “I would like it if everyone could enjoy my view of Amsterdam,” he simply says.

M.C. Escher’s graphic work, but gradually generated his modern touch. Mark combines traditional etching techniques with painting and modern graphic and digital techniques. All in a style that appeals to a lot of people. And not just tourists. Many Amsterdammers have a Mark Raven hanging on their wall.

ACCESSIBLE FOR EVERY BUDGET Nowadays, Mark Raven is located at the renowned shoppingstreet of Amsterdam the “Leidsestraat” near the “Leidseplein” and he has a gallery slash shop on Nieuwezijds Voorburgwal, a fabulous location right behind Dam square next to Magna Plaza. On the ground floor you can buy t-shirts, posters, postcards and other articles, all with the recognizable Mark Raven art. Upstairs, you can find original prints, some printed in a limited edition, others not. This is for the reason that, despite his enormous success, Mark Raven wants to be attainable for every budget. “My boxes with coasters are very popular with backpackers. I like that: in this way, my view on Amsterdam will spread all around the world.”

REMBRANDT AND ESCHER Over the years, the art he has made, developed from highly detailed pen-and-ink drawings to a wilder and more suggestive play with lines. In his early days, Mark worked in the tradition of Rembrandt’s etchings and

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Eating, drinking and dancing you do around Rembrandtplein (Rembrandt Square). All year around this is the place to be for dazzling nightlife and in summer the outdoor cafés are crowded. There’s also enough to see and do in the area for people who enjoy the good life. REGULIERSDWARSSTRAAT: GAY AND TRENDY A pub-crawl from Rembrandtplein will certainly also take you to Reguliersdwarsstraat. Here you will find the city’s most trendy gay entertainment places. The biggest and most famous of these are in the western part of the street, at the side of Koningsplein (Konings Square). Every café, every bar and every club has its own ambiance.

Eating, drinking and dancing! A five-minute walk from Amsterdam Central Station, you will get to Dam Square. Here you will find the Palace and the Vrijheidsbeeld (National Monument). The large dove population and street artists also attract the attention. From Dam Square you walk straight into the Walhalla for shopping fanatics. The major store chains are all represented here.

The major store chains are all represented here.

Thorbeckeplein (Thorbecke Square) which is at a right angle to Rembrandtplein is teeming with restaurants and cafés too.

In the former brewery on Stadhouderskade, which is a fifteen minute walk from Rembrandtplein, you will make an interactive trip through the world of Heineken with the Heineken Experience.

CHEESE & MORE BY HENRI WILLIG A wide range of fine foods on offer, such as Henri Willig’s traditionally made cheeses, cheese dips, mustard, chutney, preserves and traditionally made nougat. Reguliersbreestraat 24

TUSCHINSKI CINEMA Within one hundred metres of Rembrandtplein, in Reguliersbreestraat, you will find the most beautiful cinema of the Netherlands since 1921: Tuschinski.

SHOPPING IN THE UTRECHTSESTRAAT When you go to the Heineken Brewery from Rembrandtplein you can walk there via Reguliersgracht, but you can also take Utrechtsestraat. The specialist shops for clothing, books, design furniture and music will certainly make the small detour worth your while. The Utrechtsestraat is typically one of those Amsterdam streets with tasteful, unique and quirky shops. ■

HEINEKEN BREWERY For everyone who likes to drink beer a visit to the Heineken Brewery is a must really.

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Everyone on the Netherlands knows this shopping street, Kalverstraat. It is about on kilometre long and has 15 side streets and alleys. Halfway through Kalverstraat you can walk onto one of Amsterdam’s most beautiful small squares: Spui. You will find a second-hand book market here every Friday. On Saturdays there is an art market.

On Rokin, which runs parallel to Kalverstraat, you will find specialist shops, among which Gassan Diamonds and Tobacco shop Hajenius. This shop has been purveyor of tobacco to many European Royal households since 1826 already.

AMSTERDAM MUSEUM, BEGIJNHOF ROYAL PALACE AND NATIONAL MONUMENT For those who don’t just want to pass Dam Square: the Palace on Dam Square is open for visitors a large part of the year. A major part of the art collection of the Oranje-Nassau royal family can be seen in the rooms. The National Monument opposite the Palace is the most important monument in the Netherlands in commemoration of World War II.

Just behind the bustling Kalverstraat you will find the Museum that specialises in the history of Amsterdam (entrances: Kalverstraat 92 and Sint Luciënsteeg 27). The Begijnhofje (Beguinage) (entrance at the Spui) is an old court of almshouses with 49 houses dating from different time periods. ■

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THE PLANTATION

You don’t feel a lot of enthusiasm for the still life works in the Museum Quarter and you don’t feel like shopping or sight-seeing? With its 19th century architecture the Plantage is a green and quiet part of Amsterdam where there is plenty to do. VERZETSMUSEUM (RESISTANCE MUSEUM) You will find a lot of Jewish history in the Plantage. The Resistance Museum brings an impressive part of history to life. Admire the courage with which citizens undertook all kinds of things for Jewish fellow citizens and against the German occupier.

ARTIS ROYAL ZOO The oldest zoo of the Netherlands was established in 1938. Nature and culture come together in this attractive city zoo. The monumental buildings and old trees give the park a completely own ambiance. Let yourself be led along the monumental aquarium, the African savannah, the planetarium and the butterfly garden.

A green and quiet part of Amsterdam where there is plenty to do.

HORTUS BOTANICUS And then another very special thing: one of the oldest horti in the world. The Hortus Botanicus was established as a city herb garden 375 years ago. You will find over 6,000 different varieties of plants here.

HERMITAGE MUSEUM Since 2009 you can admire exhibitions with art from the Hermitage of St. Petersburg, Russia in this beautiful building along the Amstel river. Two new exhibitions are opened each year. However, there’s more than Russian art and culture to be found. You will also find art pieces from other Western European countries there.

WATERLOOPLEIN For those who love to comb markets, you cannot miss the one on Waterlooplein (Waterloo Square). Here you will mainly find a lot of second hand clothes and books, but you will also find market stalls with second-hand bicycles, tools or antiques. Sunday is the only day you that there is no flee market.■

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• Discover a lot about Jewish history in Amsterdam. • Visit the Rembrandt House. • Take a walk from the Hermitage Museum across Amsterdam’s most well-known bridge: the Magere Brug (1871) (Skinny Bridge). • Find things you weren’t looking for on the Waterloo Square market.

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LEIDSEPLEIN

Amsterdam’s most famous, largest and most touristic entertainment area!

Leidseplein: Amsterdam’s most famous, largest and most touristic entertainment area. There are countless restaurants with affordable day specials and outdoor cafés that even have heating when the weather is somewhat cold. Leidseplein is also the epicentre of all kinds of well-known theatres and concert podiums. Most people who have shopped in the city centre and people who have visited the museums on Museumplein end up at Leidseplein. This is a great place to rest your weary feet. Do you want to eat something? On the square and in the streets around the square all tastes are catered for: Italian, Mexican, Indian and even Tibetan.

ON AND AROUND LEIDSEPLEIN The big building on Leidseplein is the Stadsschouwburg (City theatre). You can enjoy music and theatrical performances here every day. Right behind the Schouwburg the Melkweg (Milky Way) is situated. This multimedia centre is known for its concerts in the Netherlands and abroad. Many world-famous artists performed in the Melkweg in the early days of their careers. You will find Paradiso, THE pop temple of the Netherlands on the other side of Leidseplein. This is the spot where the great names performed. You can go crazy in the great hall with 1500 others. The large yellow building across the Stadsschouwburg is the City Theatre, a modern art house cinema. You will find De Balie, a pleasant grand café across the City Theatre.

ON AND AROUND MAX EUWEPLEIN Max Euweplein is situated at less than a five minute walk from Leidseplein by Weteringschans. You will find various restaurants and cafés here, among which the Hard Rock café. You will also find Holland Casino here which houses the Lido Club. If you want to enjoy a Canal Cruise go to the Blue Boat Company departure locations: Stadhouderskade opposite Hard Rock Cafe Stadhouderskade opposite Heineken Experience ■

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• Pay a spontaneous visit to theatre the Schouwburg? If you are lucky you can still get reduced rate tickets as of midday in the last minute ticket shop. • For a chic cup of coffee you go to Hotel Américain. It is a large hotel with a fountain in front of it, located on Leidseplein, past the outdoor cafes and past the Schouwburg theatre. • Blue Boat Canal Cruises your Guide to Canal Cruises in Amsterdam • Great weather? You can walk straight into the Vondel park from Max Euweplein.

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THE DOCKLANDS

The architecture of Amsterdam in the future.

In the past fifty years Amsterdam’s harbour activities have moved to the west of the city. As a result space to live opened up along the IJ lake. The architecture is striking and interesting, it is the architecture of Amsterdam in the future. ARCHITECTURE AND URBAN DESIGN Present and past have been brought together in the architecture and the urban design of the Docklands. The harbour feeling is still alive, but old warehouses have been given new functions and the diverging designs of various artists link up with each other perfectly. Admire the special houses on KNSM island, walk across the whole Java island via the pedestrian bridges and take a look at the Whale (or Sphinx) on the Sporenbrug on Borneo island. IJburg is absolutely worth a visit for architectural buffs. The urban design scheme here is based on the ‘collage city concept’. The island consists of 8 neighbourhoods, each of which has its own individual character.

GOING OUT AND MUSIC The Docklands attract many artistic people, so it comes as no surprise that when it comes to culture and going out there is plenty to do here. It’s mainly about contemporary classical music in the Music Building (Muziekgebouw) on IJ lake (a ten-minute walk from the back of the Central Station). The Bim house (Bim huis), that protrudes on the street side of the Music Building is a concert hall for jazz and improvised music. When you cross the IJ with the Ferry (Pont) from the back of the railway station, you get to another striking building: the Netherlands EYE Film Institute. The collection of the EYE comprises the complete film history. ■

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• Take a guided walk (also in the English language) on the Eastern Docklands • Visit the permanent showing in the basement of the EYE Film Institute Nederland for free. • Pay a visit to the beautiful Maritime Museum and get on board a replica of a VOC ship. (Kattenburgerplein 1) • Enjoy the sun on the roof terrace of the Nemo Science Centre (free of charge) or be surprised in this museum about technology and science. The Nemo Science Centre is equally interesting and fun for adults as it is for children.

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What’s the best time to visit Amsterdam and its green backyard De Veluwe? That depends of course on what you’re looking for. In autumn or winter, as the leaves are blown from the trees, Amsterdam’s beautiful gables reappear in their full glory from behind the foliage. Springtime is bright and colourful in Amsterdam. In summer it buzzes with all sorts of outdoors activities and festivals.

DRIVE 100 YEARS OF COLLECTING

HARLEY WEIR ‘BOUNDARIES’

SONIC ACTS FESTIVAL JEAN TINGUELY – ‘THE NOISE OF BEING’ MACHINE SPECTACLE

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With a remarkable eye for detail, she finds beauty in the mundane. Close to the skin of her objects, Weir’s intimate approach is what marks her work in any context, be it a border zone in a politically charged area, or in a room with a model.

Sonic Acts is a thematic festival with a focus on developments in art, music and science; this edition, titled The Noise of Being, explores what it means to be human. The festival includes a conference, performances, film programme, workshops, masterclasses and club nights at Paradiso, Stedelijk Museum, Muziekgebouw aan ‘t IJ, Bimhuis, De Brakke Grond and OT301, with an exhibition running from 1 to 26 February at Arti et Amicitiae. Sonic Acts has also commissioned a series of new audiovisual works and sound installations.

Amsterdam, 29 September 2016 - Swiss artist Jean Tinguely (1925– 1991) is famous for his playful, boldly kinetic machines and explosive performances. Everything had to be different, everything had to move. Precisely twenty-five years after his death, the Stedelijk opens the largest Tinguely retrospective to be mounted in a Dutch museum and the most comprehensive internationally in thirty years. With over a hundred machine sculptures, most of which are in working order, paired with films, photos, drawings, and archive materials, the presentation takes the public on a chronological and thematic journey of Tinguely’s artistic development and ideas.

The ‘Drive’ exhibition reveals 350 impressive pieces from the 100-year-old collection of The National Maritime Museum What do a life jacket from the Costa Concordia, a letter written by Michiel de Ruyter dating from 1657, Mesdag’s masterpiece from 1898, and a globe from 1613 have in common? All these works are part of the unique collection of The National Maritime Museum. The collection history of the museum and its unique objects is central in the new exhibition ‘Drive’

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The title of this exhibition refers to what is ultimately dissolved in the work of Harley Weir. But even as she crosses the lines of what usually holds people apart, on personal as well as political levels she is not out to make any statements. The exhibition therefore reads as a visual poem, open to interpretation.

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FOAM KEIZERSGRACHT 609 +31 (0)20 551 6500 FOAM.ORG 24 FEBRUARY TILL 15 APRIL

part exhibition. The retrospective features 22 iconic photos of Parisians dating back to the 1950s from the photography collection of the famous French magazine Paris Match, including some shots from photographer Emanuele Scorcelletti. The contemporary aspect features 10 winning photos from the contest La Parisienne. The traveling photo exhibit La Parisienne by Sofitel embodies a key Sofitel pillar: culture. As an ambassador of French elegance around the world, Sofitel makes it a point of honor to celebrate its French heritage via numerous cultural events linked to literature, fashion and art.

The exhibition tells the story of Schiphol – all the way from a muddy field to a high-tech airport. On 19 September 1916, precisely one hundred years ago, an aeroplane first landed on a piece of farmland in the Haarlemmermeer. As well as looking back at the airport’s origins, the exhibition considers Schiphol’s future. Visit the exhibition and take a virtual ride on the luggage carousel, marvel at a specially built model of an air-traffic control tower, see the first ever key to Schiphol, look at a Second World War bomb, and view historical stewardess uniforms.

In her work, Solinas attempts to materialise abstract concepts such as identity or the spiritual in a systematic and factual manner. She employs photography as a part of a diverse array of research methods – alongside language, video and installation. The research process is central to her practice; by collaborating with experts from various disciplines Solinas investigates the shared role of the artist, the scientist and the medium as moderators of reality.

It shows how at the start of his career, Vincent van Gogh teaches himself to translate his view of the world into images. The emphasis in the exhibition is on drawings, which are rarely shown due to their sensitivity to light. The works in the exhibition are commented upon by Van Gogh himself with quotations from his letters. Writer Auke van der Woud is guest curator of the exhibition. In the exhibition texts and with the addition of photographs by Henri Berssenbrugge (1873-1959), he places Van Gogh’s unusual choice for his fellow man in the workingclass districts in the context of the late nineteenth century.

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DON GIOVANNI

SCENIC ROUTE - NDT PRINS IGOR

NEDERLANDSE REISOPERA KONINKLIJK THEATER CARRÉ AMSTEL 115-1125 +31 (0)20 624 2311 CARRE.NL 9 AND 11 MARCH

NATIONAL OPERA & BALLET AMSTEL 3 +31 (0)20 625 5455 NDT.NL 15 AND 16 FEBRUARY

DUTCH NATIONAL OPERA & BALLET AMSTEL 3 +31 (0)20 625 5455 OPERABALLET.NL TILL 26 FEBRUARY

ting retelling of the Don Juan legend. Combining comedy and tragedy, it follows Giovanni’s final 24 hours as he lusts his way towards his dramatic demise. Filled with Mozart’s glorious music, it includes the famous ‘Leoprello’ aria detailing Giovanni’s long list of lovers. The Nederlandse Reisopera commissioned a female director (Jo Davies) and a female conductor (Julia Jones) to stage this new production of Don Giovanni. Finally, Don Juan’s story told by a female perspective… !

Screen(2005), that reflect and juxtapose each other. For the new creation, long time collaborator Max Richter will compose a new piece. The second work, Silent Screen, can be seen as the epitome of a transdisciplinary performance where dance, theatre, film and music effortlessly come together to melt into a painterly Gesamtkunstwerk. Here, León and Lightfoot’s other longtime creative partnership with Philip Glass is highlighted. With that, Scenic Routeacts as a nod of recognition to both these composers that have played an important role in León and Lightfoot’s careers from the beginning.

(1833 – 1887)) The production is dreamy, heart-rendingly human and exceptionally theatrical. With Prince Igor, Dutch National Opera is continuing the line of the great Russian opera repertoire, after successful productions of Boris Godunov, Eugene Onegin, Pique dame, The legend of the invisible city of Kitezh and Khovanshchina. Many people attending concert halls are already familiar with the ‘Polovtsian Dances’ from Prince Igor, with which the Chorus of Dutch National Opera made a great impression at the Opera Gala in 2015.

MADE IN AMSTERDAM

DUTCH NATIONAL OPERA & BALLET AMSTEL 3 +31 (0)20 625 5455 The evening consists of two halOPERABALLET.NL Don Giovanni is an exhilara- ves, a world premiere and Silent Prins Igor (Alexander Borodin TILL 4 MARCH

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In Made in Amsterdam, the company will be dancing new ballets by David Dawson, Ernst Meisner and Juanjo Arqués. The programme also includes five existing ballets created recently for Dutch National Ballet by the leading choreographers Hans van Manen, Christopher Wheeldon, Alexei Ratmansky, Ton Simons and Krzysztof Pastor. These five ballets are now counted among the highlights of the company’s repertoire. The first performance of Made in Amsterdam is on Saturday 11 February and the programme runs until Sunday 4 March in Dutch National Opera & Ballet, in Amsterdam.

MARIONETTE OPERA: SCENIC ROUTE - NDT CIRQUE DU SOLEIL CASTLE IN THE AIR VAREKAI NATIONAL OPERA & BALLET AMSTERDAM MARIONETTE THEATRE NIEUWE JONKERSTRAAT 8 +31 (0)20 620 8027 MARIONETTETHEATRE.COM TILL 20 MAY Jacques Offenbach wrote ‘The castle in the air’ (‘No. 66!’) in 1856 for his own small theatre, a wooden auction hall at the Champs-Elysées in Paris. Now, this unknown opéra-comique can be seen in a former blacksmith’s - the theatre of the Amsterdam Marionette Theatre (near Nieuwmarkt Square). The story is about Jeannot and Jeannette, who are on their way to Paris. They earn their living with dance and song. Six puppeteers manipulate the large, wooden marionettes. A performance for both adults and children (min. 6 yrs.).

AMSTEL 3 +31 (0)20 625 5455 NDT.NL 29, 31 MARCH, 1 - 16 APRIL Onegin is one of those rare narrative ballet dramas that touch both heart and mind. The ballet, which is based on the verse-novel of the same name by Alexander Pushkin from 1833, is situated in Russia in 1820. The aristocrat Onegin rejects the young, infatuated Tatiana and flirts with her sister Olga, although she is already engaged to his friend Lensky. This leads to a duel between Onegin and Lensky, and the latter pays with his life. At a ball years later, Onegin bumps into Tatiana, who is now married, and falls in love with her. He begs her forgiveness, but Tatiana rejects him. They are both doomed to lead unhappy lives.

ZIGGODOME DE PASSAGE 100 +31 (0)0900 235 36 63 ZIGGODOME.NL 20 TILL 23 APRIL Escape to Enchantment Deep within a forest atop a volcano, exists an extraordinary world, where anything is possible: Varekai... From the sky falls a solitary young man, and the story begins. On this day at the edge of time, in this place of all possibilities, begins an inspired incantation to life rediscovered..

POP ARTS FESTIVAL LEIDSEKADE 90 +31 (0)20 530 53 01 POPARTSFESTIVAL.NL 14 TILL 24 APRIL the seventh edition of Pop Arts will take place in Theater Bellevue, Jeugdtheater De Krakeling, Ostade A’dam, De Brakke Grond and at several outdoor locations. For two weeks the festival offers a full program with over 30 performances from the Netherlands and abroad..

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FASHIONWEEK

JUMPING AMSTERDAM ICE*AMSTERDAM

HUISHOUDBEURS ‘17

WESTERGASTERREIN TRANSFORMATORHUIS, KLÖNNEPLEIN 1 +31 (0)20 684 2878 FASHIONWEEK.NL 26 UNTIL 29 JANUARY

RAI AMSTERDAM EUROPAPLEIN +31 (0)20 549 1212 JUMPINGAMSTERDAM.NL/EN 26 UNTIL 29 JANUARY

RAI AMSTERDAM, EUROPAPLEIN +31 (0)20 549 1212 HUISHOUDBEURS.NL 18 TILL 26 FEBRUARY

Mercedes-Benz FashionWeek Amsterdam is a bi-annually event with catwalk shows and expositions about Dutch and Belgium Fashion Design. It offers a broad and diverse programme meant for the fashion professional and their relations. Fashion LAB is an on-going programme consisting of catwalk shows, and a range of workshops, lectures and presentations that encourage innovation and support young entrepreneurs throughout the year. The concept is easy: the greatest talents of the seven best Dutch fashion academies will be together in one catwalk show to present themselves to the tough fashion press and a panel of international industry experts. 36 amsterdamjournal.nl

The best dressage and show jumping riders in the world will compete in the arena of Jumping Amsterdam. A large number of spectators will experience the thrill of competitions like the FEI World Cup™ Dressage and the Grand Prix of Amsterdam (1.60m). Besides the finest that dressage and show jumping has to offer, Jumping Amsterdam also presents show and entertainment like the famous French Alizée Froment who will charm all present with her magical performance. Shopping for equestrian and lifestyle products, good food and well-known artists who will take care of the musical aspect make a trip to Jumping Amsterdam a great day or night out for everybody.

MUSEUMPLEIN +31 (0)20 470 1069 ICEAMSTERDAM.NL TILL 5 FEBRUARY This winter, Ice skating rink Ice*Amsterdam turns the energetic area of the Museumplein into a magical winter wonderland. Till the 5th of February 2017, kids and those who are still a kid at heart glide side by side. Expect your ice skating trip to be picture perfect with a replica of the ‘Magere Brug’. From the 17th - 30th of December winter market Ice*Village adds an extra smidgen of festivity to the ice skating rink. Sixty chalets sell cosy mittens, handmade lifestyle items, hand- and heartwarming glasses of mulled wine and hearty dishes. Tickets and skates for Ice*Amsterdam can be booked online or at the rink. Access to the winter market is free.

This is the place where all visitors will be inspired by the newest trends in terms of fashion, beauty, health, leisure, food and drinks. There will be performances, fashion shows and workshop for everyone to enjoy! At the Huishoudbeurs there will be over 350 exhibitors offering a wide range of products. This 9-day long friend event will take place from February 18 till February 26, 2017. The event is strongly recommended to have an even better time in Amsterdam! Tickets are available at Kruidvat and Primera and on huishoudbeurs.nl. It is possible to purchase tickets in advance until February 17th for only €15.95. We also offer train tickets for only € 18, - on the website.

THE SPIRIT OF AMSTERDAM

THE DUTCH ICE THE AMSTERDAM SCULPTURE FESTIVAL COFFEE FESTIVAL

ZUIDERKERK ZUIDERKERKHOF 72 020-3080399 THESPIRITOFAMSTERDAM.COM 4 MARCH

ARENA BOULEVARD 1 +31 (0)88 9090 660 IJSBEELDEN.NL TILL 5 MARCH

On the 4th of March 2017 the 4th edition of the international whisky festival The Spirit of Amsterdam takes place. With more than 500 whiskies and whiskeys, stories about whisky, music, food and lifestyle. In short “the whisky way of living”. You can order tickets for the afternoon session from 13:00 to 17:00 or the evening session from 19:00 to 23:00.

the Netherlands will be held in Amsterdam this year! A unique event for young and old. More than 40 of the world’s best icesculptors head over to the Netherlands to present their creations. The theme for the Dutch Ice Sculpture Festival 20162017 is ‘Music Inspires’. World famous artists, music genres, music instruments, composers and musicians will be chipped out of glistering snow and crispy clear ice. In combination with special effects, Ice Sculpture with a height up to 6 meters, weighing more than 275.000 kilos of ice, 275.000 kilos of snow and a temperature of -10°C will be brought to life.

WESTERGASFABRIEK POLONCEAUKADE 2 AMSTERDAMCOFFEE FESTIVAL.COM The biggest winter event in 10, 11 AND 12 MARCH The Amsterdam Coffee Festival is all about coffee, tea and chocolate. A variety of coffee brands are represented by professional roasters, competent barista and real coffee lovers. Come and join the fun of The Amsterdam Coffee Festival and get inspired by professional baristas who will be showing of their latte art skills, enjoy the magical taste sensation of the Coffee & Food Pairing Experience hosted by the restaurant Scandinavian Embassy or enjoy the dangerously delicious combination of coffee and cocktails during The Coffee Mixologist Competition. Mix it, hake it, stir it!

HISWA 2017 RAI AMSTERDAM EUROPAPLEIN +31 (0)20 549 1212 HISWARAI.NL 8 TILL 12 MARCH The largest boat event in The Netherlands. With an extensive range of boats up to 10 meters, a comprehensive selection of parts and accessories for every type of boat and lots of activities, the HISWA Amsterdam Boat Show is a must attend event for every water sports enthusiast! There are lots of interesting and fun activities. For example the “Demoplein” with educational workshops on boat maintenance, the RAI Harbour with fun activities in the water (sailing for kids, electric boating and more). The younger kids can go to the KidsLAB for exciting activities with a focus on innovation, learning, smelling and tasting. amsterdamjournal.nl 37

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LADIES OF SOUL

MUSICALS IN CONCERT ENCORE & VOYAGE

ZIGGO DOME DE PASSAGE 100 +31 (0)900-2353663 ZIGGODOME.NL 10 AND 11 FEBRUARY

LIVE ON TOUR ROYAL THEATRE CARRÉ AMSTEL 115 / 125 MUSICALSONTOUR.NL 12 AND 13 FEBRUARY

MELKWEG LIJNBAANSGRACHT 234A +31 (0)20 531 8181 MELKWEG.NL EVERY SATURDAY

Trijntje Oosterhuis, Edsilia Rombley, Glennis Grace and Candy Dulfer are the Ladies of Soul. These five national, experienced top-artists join forces again to play together during a complete new show with a live band. In an unprecedented show this leads to a cumulative wealth of experience where they surpass themselves, inspire each other and entertain the audience with real music created and played with passion and soul. The unique combination produces great energy between the ladies and the audience. Special guest this year: Oleta Adams. Tickets available at eventim.nl and ladiesofsoul.nl.

Six prominent Dutch musical artists together on stage.During a unique concert these artists perform songs from musicals such as Sister Act, Wicked, Grease and Miss Saigon supported by a live band and dancers. Enjoy the most beautiful musical songs performed by amazing vocalists. You can expect the hit songs from Miss Saigon, Hairspray, Sister Act, Grease, Aida, The Sound of Music, Wicked and The Bodyguard, as well as songs from beautiful Dutch musicals such as Sonneveld and Annie MG Schmidt. Put your dancing shoes on because the swinging hits from jukebox-musicals such as Mamma Mia! and Jersey Boys will be performed as well.

ENCORE is ‘THE’ hiphop- and r&b club night. Be prepared to get crazy every Saturday, the best tracks, good vibes, best djs, original entertainment and performances – everything is possible at ENCORE. Are you into old school tracks, or rather a early adopter who likes new tunes? At Encore you can expect the whole spectrum of hiphop- and r&b with all its subgenres. Cool beats, classic hits and new tracks! It has a different theme every week. During ENCORE, you can go on a musical journey with VOYAGE which is held simultaneously in the Oude Zaal.

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JAZZ ORCHESTRA OF THE CONCERT GEBOUW MUZIEKGEBOUW AAN ’T IJ PIET HEINKADE 1 +31 (0)20 788 20 00 23 FEBRUARY New talents from the Dutch jazz scene strike a different note in collaboration with the renowned big band: Jazz Orchestra of the Concertgebouw. A double concert starting off with the versatile singer Hiske Oosterwijk performing together with prizewinning pianist Sebastiaan van Bavel. Followed by Maarten Hogenhuis – one of the best saxophone players of his generation –collaborating with the very unique jazz horn player Morris Kliphuis. All four will present their own compositions accompanied by the Jazz Orchestra of the Concertgebouw.

Vincent van Gogh, Head of a woman wearing a white cap, November 1884 - May 1885

The exhibition shows how at the start of his career, Vincent van Gogh teaches himself to translate his view of the world into images. Unlike contemporaries such as Isaac Israels or George Breitner, he focuses not on the cosmopolitan city life, but instead on the fringes of society. On people who have to work hard for their living, in humble workshops and on farmlands in all weathers. Van Gogh tries to sincerely express his compassion for their way of life. Or, as he puts it himself in a letter to his brother Theo: ‘I say it again – work against indifference – perseverance isn’t easy – but things that are easy mean little.’

24.09.2016 - 09.04.2017

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The works are commented upon by Van Gogh himself with quotes from his letters. The exhibition also includes photographs by Henri Berssenbrugge (1873-1959) who, like Van Gogh, depicted people on the fringes of society.

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Photo credits: 1. Grachtenfestival Photo: Jeroen Van Zijp 2. Appelsap Dennis Branko 3. Haarlem Jazz More Source Edo Landwehr 4. Photo: Noah Stern Weber

‘WORK AGAINST INDIFFERENCE’

Amsterdam.

PERFORMING ARTS & CULTURE IN AMSTERDAM You can find all types of performing arts. Stage Theatre, Mime, Ballet, Modern Dance on WWW.AMSTERDAMJOURNAL.NL. For theatre tickets, go to your nearest Tourist Information Centre (VVV) Amsterdam is the cultural centre of the Netherlands. The city has some fifty museums and many other exhibition spaces. The large museums attract over four million visitors a year. Research has shown that the arts sector is a major attraction of the city to its residents and visitors alike. A quarter of foreign tourists come to Amsterdam primarily for the art. Here you will find up-to-date information on arts and culture in

Visit the Diamant Museum Amsterdam and become a diamond expert! diamant museum amsterdam Museumplein, between Van Gogh Museum and Rijksmuseum Paulus Potterstraat 8 | Amsterdam info@diamantmuseumamsterdam.nl www.diamantmuseumamsterdam.nl opening hours | 7 days a week 9.00 am - 5.00 pm

PERFORMING ARTS Akhnaton Nieuwezijds Kolk 25, Phone: (020) 624 33 96 www.akhnaton.nl Theater Amsterdam Danzigerkade 5 / Westpoortnummer 2036 Phone: (0900) 03 22 www.theateramsterdam.nl Amsterdam Bos theater Amsterdams Bos, Phone: (020) 643 32 86 www.bostheater.nl De Balie Theater Kleine Gartmanplantsoen 10, Phone: (020) 553 51 51 www.debalie.nl Theater Bellevue Leidsekade 90, Phone: (020) 530 53 01 www.theaterbellevue.nl Betty Asfalt Complex Nieuwezijds Voorburgwal 282, Phone: (020) 626 46 95 www.bettyasfalt.nl Beurs van Berlage Damrak 243, Phone: (020) 530 41 41 www.beursvanberlage.nl Bijlmer Parktheater Anton de Komplein 240, Phone: (020) 311 39 30 www.bijlmerparktheater.nl

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CREA Nieuwe Achtergracht 170, Phone: (020) 525 14 00 www.crea.nl

Nationale Opera & Ballet Waterlooplein 22, Phone: (020) 551 81 17 www.operaballet.nl

CC Muziekcafé Rustenburgerstraat 384, (06) 242 36 95 56 www.cccafe.nl

Dancemakers Gedempt Hamerkanaal 203-205, Phone: (020) 689 17 89 www.dansmakers.nl

Ostadetheater Van Ostadestraat 233d, www.ostadetheater.nl

Concertgebouw Concertgebouwplein 10, Phone: (0900) 671 83 45 www.concertgebouw.nl

Dijk Theater Da Costakade 160, Phone: (020 ) 689 16 27 www.dijktheater.nl Theater De Engelenbak Nes 71, Phone: (020) 626 36 44 www.engelenbak.nl Felix Meritis Keizersgracht 324, Phone: (020) 626 23 21 www.felix.meritis.nl Frascati Nes 63, Phone: (020) 626 68 66 www.frascatitheater.nl De Heeren van Aemstel Thorbeckeplein 5, Phone: (020) 620 21 73 www. deheerenvanaemstel.nl

Literair Theater Perdu Kolveniersburgwal 86, Phone: (020) 627 62 95 www.perdu.nl RAI Europaplein 22, Phone: (020) 549 12 12 www.rai.nl

DeLaMar Theater Marnixstraat 402, Phone: (0900) 335 26 27 (35 cpm) www.delamar.nl

Rode Hoed Keizersgracht 102, Phone: (020) 638 56 06 www.rodehoed.nl

De Engelbewaarder Kloveniersburgwal 59 Phone: (020) 625 37 72 www.cafe-de-engelbewaarder.nl

Stadsschouwburg Leidseplein 26, Phone: (020) 624 23 11 www.ssba.nl

Heineken Music Hall Arena Boulevard 509, Phone: (0900) 687 42 42 (15 cpm) www.heineken-music-hall.nl

Het Veem Theater Van Diemenstraat 410, Phone: (020) 626 01 12 www.hetveemtheater.nl

MUSIC

Bimhuis Piet Heinkade 3, Phone: (020) 788 21 88 www.bimhuis.nl

Heineken Music Hall Arena Boulevard 590, Phone: (0900) 687 42 42 (15cpm) www.heineken-music-hall.nl

Alto Jazz café Korte Leidsedwarsstraat 115 Phone: (020) 626 32 49 www.jazz-cafe-alto.nl

Boom Chicago Leidseplein 12, Phone: (020) 423 01 01 www.boomchicago.nl

De Kleine Komedie Amstel 56-58, Phone: (020) 624 05 34 www.dekleinekomedie.nl

Hotel Arena ‘s-Gravesandestraat 51 Phone: (020) 850 24 00 www.hotelarena.nl

Bunker theater zaken bv Ottho Heldringstraat 3, Phone: (020) 489 98 99 www.bunkertheaterzaken.nl

Internationaal Cultuurpodium, Podium Mozaïek Bos en lommerweg 191, Phone: (020) 580 03 80 www.podiummozaiek.nl

De Badcuyp 1e Sweelinckstraat 10, Phone: (020) 657 96 69 www.badcuyp.nl

Theater De Cameleon Derde Kostverlorenkade 35, Phone: (020) 489 46 56 www.decameleon.nl Theater Carré Amstel 115-125, Phone: (0900) 252 52 55 (40 cpm) www.theatercarre.nl Cliffordstudio Cliffordstraat 38, Phone: (020) 682 85 09 www.muzenis.nl Comedy Café Max Euweplein 43-45, Phone: (020) 638 39 71 www.comedycafe.nl Comedy Theater Nes 110, Phone: (020) 422 27 77 www.comedytheater.nl Compagnietheater Kloveniersburgwal 50, Phone: (020) 520 10 www.compagnietheater.nl

Internationaal Danstheater Kloveniersburgwal 87, Phone: (020) 623 91 12 www.intdanstheater.net Koninklijk instituut voor de Tropen Mauritskade 63, Phone: (020) 568 87 11 www.kit.nl Marionettentheater Nieuwe Jonkerstraat 8, Phone: (020) 620 80 27 www.marionettentheater.nl Oostblok Sajetplein 39, Tweede van Swindenstraat 26 Phone: (020) 665 45 68 www.oostblok.nl Muziekgebouw aan ‘t IJ Piet Heinkade 1 Phone: (020) 788 20 00 www.muziekgebouw.nl

Cruise Inn Zuiderzeeweg 29, Phone: (020) 692 71 88

Bamboo Bar Jazz Lange Leidsedwarsstraat 64 www.bamboobar.nl Bethanienklooster Barndesteeg 6b, Phone: (020) 625 00 78 www.bethanienklooster.nl Betty Asfalt Complex Nieuwezijds Voorburgwal 282, Phone: (020) 620 47 48 www.bettyasfaltcomplex.nl Bourbon Street Leidsekruisstraat 6-8, Phone: (020) 623 34 40 www.bourbonstreet.nl Theater Carré Amstel 115-125, Phone: (0900) 252 52 55 (40 cpm) www.carre.nl Casa Blanca Zeedijk 26e, Phone: (020) 776 74 07 www.cafecasablanca.nl

Marcanti Plaza Jan van Galenstraat 6 Phone: (020) 386 88 48 Maloe Melo Lijnbaansgracht 163, Phone: (020) 420 45 92 www.maloemelo.com MC Theater Polonceaukade 5, Phone: (020) 606 50 50 www.mconline.nl Meervaart Meer en Vaart 300, Phone: (020) 410 77 00 www.meervaart.nl Melkweg Lijnbaansgracht 234a, Phone: (020) 531 81 81 www.melkweg.nl Mulligans Amstel 100, Phone: (020) 622 13 30 www.mulligans.nl North Sea Jazz Club Pazzanistraat 1, Phone: (020) 722 09 80 www.northseajazzclub.com Orgelpark Gerard Brandtstraat 26, Phone: (020) 0205 158 111 www.orgelpark.nl Panama Oostelijke Handelskade 4, Phone: (020) 311 86 86 www.panama.nl Paradiso Weteringschans 6-8, Phone: (020) 626 45 21 www.paradiso.nl

LISTING

Sopranos Paardenstraat 11-15, Phone: (020) 428 82 11 www.sopranospianobar.nl

Cobramuseum Sandbergplein 1, Amstelveen Phone: (020) 547 50 50 www.cobra-museum.nl

Joods Historisch Museum Nieuwe Amstelstraat 1, Phone: (020) 531 03 10 www.jhm.nl

Theatermuseum Sarphatistraat 53, Phone: (020) 551 33 00 www.tin.nl

Bananen Bar & Club Oudezijds Achterburgwal 37, Phone: (020) 627 89 54 www.janot.nl

Westerkerk Prinsengracht 281, Phone: (020) 624 77 66 www.westerkerk.nl

Diamond Museum Amsterdam Paulus Potterstraat 8, Phone: (020) 305 53 00 www.diamantmuseumamsterdam.nl

Museum Van Loon Keizersgracht 672, Phone: (020) 624 52 55 www.museumvanloon.nl

Torture Museum Singel 449, Phone: (020) 320 66 42 www.torturemuseum.com

Body Worlds Damrak 66, Phone: (0900) 8411 www.bodyworlds.nl

Madame Tussaud’s Dam 20, Phone: (020) 522 10 10 www.madame-tussauds.com

Tropenmuseum Linnaeusstraat 2, Phone: (020) 568 82 00 www.tropenmuseum.nl

Coster Diamonds Paulus Potterstraat 2-6, Phone: (020) 305 55 55 www.costerdiamonds.com

De Molen van Sloten Kuiperijmuseum Akersluis 10 Phone: (020) 669 04 12 www.molenvansloten.nl

The Willet-Holthuysen Museum Herengracht 605, Phone: (020) 523 18 22 www.willetholthuysen.nl

Coster diamonds is one of Europe’s oldest Diamond Factories and one of Amsterdam’s most treasured locations. The day the Amsterdam diamond cutter Martin Coster received ownership from his father Moses Elias Coster and started a factory at the Waterlooplein in 1840, Coster Diamonds was born.

Ziggo Dome De Passage 100, Phone: (0900) 235 36 63 www.ziggodome.nl

MUSEUMS Ajax Museum Arena Boulevard 29, Phone: (020) 311 14 44 www.ajax.nl Allard Pierson, Archaeological Museum of the University of Amsterdam Oude Turfmarkt 127, Phone: (020) 525 25 56 www.allardpiersonmuseum.nl Amsterdam Cheese Museum Prinsensgracht 112, Phone: (020) 331 66 05 amsterdamcheesemuseum@ gmail.com Amsterdam Museum, The Story of Amsterdam, your entry to the city Kalverstraat 92, Phone: (020) 523 18 22 www.ahm.nl Amsterdam Pipe Museum Prinsengracht 488, Phone: (020) 421 17 79 www.pipemuseum.nl Amsterdam Tattoo Museum Plantage Middenlaan 62, Phone: (020) 7009320 www.amsterdamtattoo museum.com Anne Frank House Prinsengracht 267, Phone: (020) 556 71 00 www.annefrank.org ARCAM Prins Hendrikkade 600, Phone: (020) 620 48 78 www.arcam.nl Amsterdam Tulip Museum Prinsengracht 116, Phone: (020) 421 00 95 www.amsterdamtulipmuseum.com Arti et Amicitiae Rokin 112, Phone: (020) 624 51 34 www.arti.nl Museum of Bags and Purses Herengracht 573, Phone: (020) 524 64 52 www.tassenmuseum.nl Bibliotheca Philosophica Hermetica Bloemstraat 13-19, Phone: (020) 625 80 79 www.ritmanlibrary.com Bijbels Museum / Biblical Museum Herengracht 366-368, Phone: (020) 624 24 36 www.bijbelsmuseum.nl De Brakke Grond Nes 45, Phone: (020) 626 68 66 www.brakkegrond.nl The Cat Cabinet Herengracht 497, Phone: (020) 626 9040 www.kattenkabinet.nl

The Diamond Museum Amsterdam gives you an ideal introduction into the world diamonds by means of photographs, film, diamonds (real and almost real), histor and jewellery. After a sort or a long visit you can have a drink in the Museum café or look around in the Museum shop. Dutch Resistance Museum Plantage Kerklaan 61, Phone: (020) 620 25 35 www.verzetsmuseum.org Erotic Museum Oudezijds Achterburgwal 54, Phone: (020) 627 89 54 www.erotisch-museum.nl Eye Film Institute Nederland IJpromenade 1, Phone: (020) 589 14 00 www.eyefilm.nl

Multatuli House Korsjesportsteeg 20, Phone: (020) 638 19 38 www.multatuli-museum.nl Museum The Ship Museum of Amsterdam School and Social Housing Spaarndammerplantsoen 140, Phone: (020) 686 85 95 www.hetschip.nl De Nieuwe Kerk Dam 12 (Dam Square), Phone: (020) 638 69 09 www.nieuwekerk.nl

Foam Museum of Photography Keizersgracht 609, Phone: (020) 55 165 00 www.foam.nl

Ons’ Lieve Heer Op Solder (Museum Amstelkring) Oudezijds Voorburgwal 40, Phone: (020) 624 66 04 www.opsolder.nl

Museum Geelvinck Keizersgracht 633, Phone: (020) 715 59 00 www.museumgeelvinck.nl

Het Oranje Voetbal Museum Kalverstraat 236, (Hoek Muntplein) Phone: (0900) 14 37 www.supportersclub-oranje.nl

Van Gogh Museum Paulus Potterstraat 7, Phone: (020) 570 52 00 www.vangoghmuseum.nl Hash Marihuana & Hemp Museum Oudezijds Achterburgwal 148 Phone: (020) 624 89 26 www.hashmuseum.com The Hash Info Museum details the 8,00-year history and many uses of cannabis and textiles as well as its medical benefits. The process of producing hash and marijuana and the various rolling and smoking methods are all explained in detail with a shop conveniently located next to the museum selling assorted smoking and growing equipment. Through a glass wall, visitors can observe dozens of varieties of marijuana cultivated in optimal conditions, with some plants standing over 150 centimetres (60 inches) tall, their lush foliage shining under special growing lamps. Hermitage Amsterdam Amstel 51, Phone: (020) 530 87 55 www.hermitage.nl

Oude Kerk Oudekerksplein 23, Phone: (020) 625 82 84 www.oudekerk.nl Pianola Museum Westerstraat 106, Phone: (020) 627 96 24 www.pianola.nl Porceleyne Fles, Delft Experience in the Munttower Muntplein 12, Phone: (020) 623 22 71 www.royaldelftexperience.com Rembrandthuis Museum Jodenbreestraat 4, Phone: (020) 520 04 00 www.rembrandthuis.nl Rijksmuseum Museumstraat 1, Phone: (020) 674 70 00 www.rijksmuseum.nl Rijksmuseum Schiphol Holland Boulevard at Schiphol Airport (past passport control between E and F piers), Phone: (020) 674 70 00 www.rijksmuseum.nl

Hollandsche Schouwburg Plantage Middenlaan 24, Phone: (020) 531 03 80 www.hollandscheschouwburg.nl

Nederlands Scheepvaartmuseum Kattenburgerplein 1, Phone: (020) 523 22 22 www.hetscheepvaartmuseum.nl

Houseboat Museum Prinsengracht, opposite 296, Phone: (020) 427 07 50 www.houseboatmuseum.nl

Sexmuseum Damrak 18, Phone: (020) 622 83 76 www.sexmuseumamsterdam.nl

Huis Marseille Foundation for Photography Keizersgracht 401, Phone: (020) 531 89 89 www.huismarseille.nl

Stedelijk Museum Museumplein 10, Phone: (020) 573 29 11 www.stedelijk.nl

GALLERIES Akinci Lijnbaansgracht 317, Phone: (020) 638 04 80 www.akinci.nl Galerie Paul Andriesse Leliegracht 47, Phone: (020) 623 62 37 www.paulandriesse.nl Gallery Delaive Spiegelgracht 23, Phone: (020) 625 90 87 www.delaive.com Peter Donkersloot Galerie Spiegelgracht 14-16, Phone: (020) 623 65 38 www.peterdonkerslootgalerie.nl gallerynine Keizersgracht 548, Phone: (06) 132 120 49 www.gallerynine.nl Foam Editions Keizersgracht 609, Phone: (020) 551 65 00 www.foam.nl/editions Mark Raven Art Store and Gallery (near Dam Square, behind Royal Palace) Nieuwezijds Voorburgwal 174, Kiosk at Museum Square, Leidsestraat 42 (open daily from 10:30-18:00 hrs) www.markraven.nl Galerie Alex Daniels – Reflex Amsterdam Weteringschans 79a, Phone: (020) 627 28 32 www.reflexamsterdam.com Romeo Vetro Hobbemastraat 11, corner PC Hoofdstraat, 200 m from the Rijksmuseum Phone: (020) 4702705 www.romeovetro.com Open: Tue-Sat. 11.00-17.00, Sun 12.00-17.00. Specialized in works in glass Sexy Art Gallery Achterburgwal 54, Phone: (020) 435 962 34 www.sexyartgallery.com Galerie Pien Rademakers Prinsengracht 570, Phone: (020) 622 54 96 www.galerierademakers.nl Stedelijk Museum Bureau Amsterdam Rozenstraat 59 Phone: (020) 422 04 71 www.smba.nl

SIGHTSEEING Artis Plantage Kerklaan 38-40, Phone: (0900) 278 47 96 www.artis.nl

Gassan Diamonds Nieuwe Uilenburgerstraat 173-175, Phone: (020) 622 53 33 www.gassan.com Heineken Experience Atadhouderskade 78, Phone: (020) 523 92 22 www.heinekenexperience.com Blue Boat Company Stadhouderskade 30, Phone: (020) 679 1370 www.blueboat.nl Our luxurious boats are ready to guide you through Amsterdam’s many canals. Our canals have been awarded UNESCO’s World Heritage status and taking a Canal Cruise will reveal why. Passing city’s highlights, this is simply the most relaxing and fun way to see the city. We offer audio commentary in 21 languages. Our boats also give you an unique vantage point for taking the best photographs of the city! Hollandsche Schouwburg Plantage Middenlaan 24, Phone: (020) 531 03 80 www.hollandscheschouwburg.nl Hortus Botanicus Plantage Middenlaan 2a, Phone: (020) 625 90 21 www.dehortus.nl Nemo (F.K.A. New Metropolis) Oosterdok 2, Phone: (020) 531 32 33 www.e-nemo.nl House of Bols, Cocktail & Genever Expierience Paulus Potterstraat 14, Phone: (020) 570 85 75 www.houseofbols.com Ripley’s Amsterdam Dam 21, Phone: (020) 369 7120 www.ripleysamsterdam.com Experience two amazingly unique attractions on 5 incredible floors. Ripley’s Believe It or Not! Odditorium in Dam Square is a “must see” when you visit Amsterdam! Feel like you’re in the movie when you ride Ripley’s 5D Moving Theatre! Plus a lounge on our top floor where you can enjoy a view of the Square. Don’t forget to check out Mr. Ripley’s Boat and enjoy the shooting gallery while you’re here!

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Amsterdam Metropolitan Area

The AMA lies to the north of the Randstad and encompasses the city of Amsterdam and the Dutch provinces of North Holland and Flevoland. The area has a totalpopulation of over 2 million inhabitants. The Amsterdam Metropolitan Area (AMA) is comprised of several surrounding municipalities, including the cities of Amsterdam, Almere, Amstelveen and Haarlemmermeer, Hilversum and Velsen. FLOWERS OF AMSTERDAM:

OLD HOLLAND

The Flower Strip is one of the most popular and unique sights in the Netherlands. Every spring the entire region bursts into vivid colour as bulbs shoot and millions of flowers blossom. One of the biggest attractions is the Keukenhof Gardens, the worldâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s largest flower gardens and a home to more varieties of tulip than you can imagine.

With its countless windmills, churches and old-fashioned farmhouses, stepping out into Old Holland can feel like being in a Golden Age painting.

TRADITIONALLY DUTCH: Noord-Holland towns such as Marken, Volendam and Edam hark back to times of more honest crafts, show casing the

traditional skills the region was famous for: shipbuilding, fishing and cheese making. Alongside such classic industries, you can also experience the heritage of the industrial revolution â&#x20AC;&#x201C; a time when smoking chimney stacks and spinning sails enabled the mass production of chocolate and biscuits.

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AMSTERDAM METROPOLITAN AREA

NEW LAND Although famous for its historic city centre, the Amsterdam region is always evolving as new immigrants and diverse cultures make their mark on many neighbourhoods. But probably the most dramatic changes have taken place in the province of Flevoland.

ARCHITECTURE & NATURE Just north east of Amsterdam, these polders were reclaimed from the sea, giving birth to the new cities of Almere and Lelystad. Not only are they internationally acclaimed playgrounds for architecture and design, they are also blessed with expanses of wild nature on the doorstep.

ZANDVOORT’S BUBBLING BEACH Zandvoort is how a beach resort should be. With hotels, cafés, restaurants, a lively boulevard, bustling shopping streets and a touch of allure! Stroll around, watch people parading the beach boulevard, shop and hop from one terrace to the next. You’ll also be surprised by the small alleyways and old buildings in the centre and round the day off with a four-course dinner in a top restaurant. Or keep things frugal by an open fire in the warmth of a beach café. This will leave you some money for the casino or for a relaxed day at one of the beauty and wellness salons. Zandvoort’s fame also stems from the racing circuit that was created in 1848 and where Formula 1 races were once held. In the summer there is something on nearly every weekend. Tip: Visit Zandvoort aan Zee by train or use your Region Day Ticket to travel to Amsterdam Beach by bus.

DUTCH DUNES Put on your walking shoes or hire a bike for a jaunt through Holland’s dunes. A varied nature reserve with sloping dunes, lakes, forests and rare animals like deer and wisent. The dunes contain all sorts of surprises like military bunkers and magnificent viewpoints. Don’t forget the fact that this stretch of coast is what protects the Netherlands from the sea. After all, half our country lies well below sea level! Zandvoort aan Zee is one of the most versatile resorts in the Netherlands. A great city centre surrounded by unique nature combined with a beautiful beach makes Zandvoort aan Zee a must-see for every visitor of Amsterdam.

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GARDENS ››

The countryside of Noord-Holland was always a popular region for the rich merchants of the Golden Age. Each summer they would leave their primary residence in the heart of Amsterdam, retreating to extravagant castles and estates with acres of beautifully manicured gardens.. History meets nature Both north west of Amsterdam, and south east, on the banks of the River Amstel and River Vecht, you can still bike and boat past these historic houses. Some are open to the public while others leave you dreaming of an aristocratic life by the water. There is much to see if you take a trip south of the city. Within a little bit more the half an hour of Amsterdam’s city centre, you can explore the former country retreats of Amsterdam’s golden age merchants, see the city’s old defensive forts or take in glorious nature and picturesque villages.

FEEL LIKE AMSTERDAM BEACH? = FEEL LIKE ZANDVOORT!

CASTLES & GARDENS

HERE ARE FIVE OF THE BEST THINGS TO DO AROUND THE AREA KNOWN AS CASTLES & GARDENS! 1) CYCLE ALONG THE RIVER VECHT The winding River Vecht between Amsterdam and Utrecht is a wonderful setting for a cycle route. The bank offers an open view of the imposing castles (such as at Breukelen and Muiden), picturesque villages, ambitious country estates and accompanying tearooms. Rich merchants from the Golden Age once spent their summer months here. The holidaymakers ‘only’ needed five to seven hours to reach their rural residence. Thankfully, it’s much quicker today – many of the best attractions around the Castles & Gardens are an enjoyable bike ride from Amsterdam.

2) GO BOATING Much like in the olden days, travelling on the water is still one of the best ways to explore the countryside, offering splendid vistas whilst being a meditative mode of transport close to nature. For example, you could hire a boat in Uithoorn and explore the Amstel River countryside. Meanwhile by the River Vecht, the charming town of Muiden is a must for boat lovers, with countless ships sailing into and out of the historic harbour.

6) EXPERIENCE THE STAUNCH BEAUTY OF NAARDEN. What is the Gooi & Vecht area’s secret? Why does this area harbour so many fortresses and castles? What was it that needed all this protection? It might be hard to imagine now, but this peaceful part of Holland used to be the ultimate defence line against enemies from the east trying to get to Amsterdam’s riches. That is why the Dutch started building these defences in the Middle Ages. The sturdy Amsterdam Castle (Muiderslot) controled the river Vecht’s estuary, the fortified town of Naarden (shaped in the form of a star) guarded the only piece of dry land between the South Sea (Zuiderzee) and the lakes. Later the fortresses and fortified towns like Weesp, Muiden and Naarden worked together to keep the entire area safe. Nowadays this peaceful and pretty area does not need all these military forces. But the fortresses, castles and fortified towns are still an essential part of the landscape. They are waiting for you to come and explore them! Must sees in Naarden are Fortress Naarden, now a Museum called the Vesting Museum and Yacht Harbour Naarden.

3) MARVEL AT THE EXTRAVAGANT COUNTRY ESTATES Enjoy the grandeur of the beautiful country houses dating from the Golden Age, when Amsterdam’s wealthy merchants would leave their primary residence in the heart of Amsterdam and retreat to their rural estates in summertime. South-east of Amsterdam, on the banks of the Amstel River and the River Vecht, you can still bike and boat past these historic houses with their acres of beautifully manicured gardens. Some are open to the public while others leave you dreaming of an aristocratic life by the water.

4) UNLEASH YOUR INNER KNIGHT OR DAMSEL Home to many old castles, fortified towns and ruins, the picturesque fortress stretch offers a vivid window into medieval times. Muiden is one of the most spectacular examples, with the grand Amsterdam Castle Muiderslot, built around 1285 by Count Floris V, looming over the mouth of the picturesque River Vecht. A square castle with a drawbridge, five towers, battlements and embrasures, Muiderslot is a true medieval water stronghold. As well as providing a historic snapshot it’s a fun-filled museum for all the family: you can take a tour through the impressive knight’s hall, towers, dungeon and armoury; stroll through the beautiful herb and vegetable gardens that still retain the atmosphere of the Dutch Renaissance and enjoy the fantastic views from the ramparts.

5) FEEL LIKE A GOLDEN-AGE PAINTER Alongside the River Amstel, you will find a stunning, peaceful spot of countryside: lose yourself in the swaying reeds, green meadows and historic villages, such as Ouderkerk aan de Amstel, which dates from the 12th century. In the Golden Age, famous artists would retreat to the area to capture its wild nature. Take a romantic stroll and then have tea or dinner in one of the many quality eateries and cafes along the way.

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DISC OVER HAARLEM There is much happening in Haarlem, all year round. Discover the city known for its high-quality cultural offering, wide range of shops, cosy restaurants and cafés, and excellent location near Amsterdam, beach and sea. A city with a rich history, stunning monuments and bon-vivant atmosphere. The ideal destination for a day out or a weekend away.

ZANDVOORTS MUSEUM SWALUESTRAAT 1 +31 (0)23 574 0280 Till 19 March: From Mondriaan to Dutch Design The Style through the eyes of artists and photographers Vintage design collection Dutch Designers

WWW.ZANDVOORTSMUSEUM.NL Swaluëstraat 1 - Zandvoort

March 24 till 1 May This is China! Galerie Kunstbroeders

WAYWARD EXHIBITION ON “DE MAAKBARE MENS” (MANMADE MAN) IN THE DOLHUYS MUSEUM SCHOTERSINGEL 2 | 2021 GE HAARLEM INFO@HETDOLHUYS.NL | WWW.HETDOLHUYS.NL Ever met a perfect person? So… how was it? The Dolhuys, museum of the mind, presents their new exhibition “De Maakbare Mens” (Manmade Man’) with this slogan. The museum puts artificiality up for discussion in a unique way. Many Dutch people want to be perfect nowadays. We strive for a healthy spirit, impeccable behavior and a perfect body. We collectively post an ideal image of ourselves on Facebook every day, but can we always continue to meet these high standards? People who cannot, are excluded. The “imperfect” do not belong, are insane, limited, scary, pathetic or unwell. But to be truly successful, think of artists and scientists, should you not deviate from the norm? The visitor comes face-to-face with their own “artificiality” with a selfie. They will meet a wide range of special minds, including the successful writer Myrthe van der Meer, the artists Edvard Munch, Vincent van Gogh, Willem van Genk and Anton Heijboer. On the basis of works of art, films and photography the audience will get a glimpse into their mind. In an audiovisual presentation based on quotes from letters of Munch and Van Gogh and visual clips of their work, both artists talk about the link between their mental illness and their artistry. Van Gogh spent some time in a psychiatric facility. Munch did not think of himself as ill, but saw his fear as the basis for his art. Opening hours: Tuesday to Friday: 10 am – 5 pm Saturdays, Sunday and Bank Holidays: 12 noon – 5 pm Closed on: 1 January, 27 April and 25 December

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MUSEUMS & SHOPPING

CATHEDRALMUSEUM

TEYLERS MUSEUM

MUSEUM HAARLEM

THE NIEUWE BAVO CATHEDRAL LEIDSEVAART 146 | HAARLEM

SPAARNE 16 | HAARLEM +31(0)23-5160960 | TEYLERSMUSEUM.NL

GROOT HEILIGLAND 47 | HAARLEM +31(0)23-5422427 | MUSEUMHAARLEM.NL

During the grand restoration of the Dutch Sagrada Familia the internationally known artist Jan Dibbets designed 16 stained glass windows. The church dedicated its crypt to the KathedraalMuseum with wonderful art treasures and an exhibition of works by Dibbets. Tuesday-Friday 10-16:00 Saturday 11-14:30 Entrance € 4,- (€ 5,- during flower show)

Established in 1778, Teylers Museum was originally founded as a centre for contemporary art and science. The historic centre of the museum is the neoclassical Oval Room, which was built behind the house of Pieter Teyler van der Hulst, the so-called Foundation House.

This vibrant city museum tells the early history of the city en its surroundings until the present day. It has exhibitions about remarkable subjects concerning the city and it has temporary exhibitions highlighting subjects from the Haarlem community. Complete your visit with a fresh coffee.

DE HALLEN HAARLEM

FRANS HALS MUSEUM

NIKKI PLESSEN

GROTE MARKT 16 | HAARLEM +31(0)23-5115775 | DEHALLEN.NL

GROOT HEILIGLAND 62 | HAARLEM BARTELJORISSTRAAT 31 | HAARLEM +31(0)23-5115775 | FRANSHALSMUSEUM.NL +31(0)23-5834222 | NIKKIE.COM

Just as seventeenth-century Haarlem offered fertile soil in which an innovative urge expressed in art could grow and flourish, so today De Hallen Haarlem aims to provide a platform for developments in contemporary art, based on the same open and proactive attitude.

In the early seventeenth century painting underwent a radical change, and the foundations for this were laid in Haarlem. The Frans Hals Museum’s collection, which encompasses the entire spectrum of sixteenth- and seventeenth-century painting, reflects this revolutionary change.

It is Nikkie Plessen’s eye for detail which makes every NIKKIE collection strong, elegant and distinctly Dutch. Nikkie started designing a small fashion collection that reflected her personal feminine, sexy and edgy style. Right now NIKKIE is distributed and sold in over 15 countries.

FOOD & DRINKS HAARLEM ›› JUTKA & RISKA GROTE HOUTSTRAAT 160 | HAARLEM JUTKAENRISKA.NL Jutka & Riska is a Dutch fashion label. They design and make their own collection in Amsterdam. In their shops they sell an eclectic mix of own design, hand-picked vintage and selected items of young designers. Curious about their unique items? A special note for travellers - Jutka & Riska is also based in Antwerp and Amsterdam.

The city is known for its diverse culinary offerings: from trendy coffee bars and excellent lunchrooms to cosy bars and special restaurants, from simple to exclusive. In the little streets in and around the shopping area, you will discover many lunchrooms, trendy coffee houses, as well as restaurants serving national and international cuisine. In the summer, relax on one of the many terraces or city beach. Or perhaps you prefer dining in a real Michelinstarred restaurant? Haarlem has it all, the most bon-vivant city of the North. We have made a selection for you! Go check it out ››

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BAR & KITCHEN ‘PLUIMAGE’ SPEKSTRAAT 6, HAARLEM-CENTRUM | +31 (0)23 534 17 29 WWW.PLUIMAGE-HAARLEM.NL

THE EGG STORE & ROAST CHICKEN BAR

TURFMARKT 26 HAARLEM | + 31 (0)23 8442271 VOLDERGRACHT 12 DELFT WWW.ROASTCHICKENBAR.COM | WWW.THE-EGG-STORE.COM

Perfectly grilled chicken on our charcoal grill is waiting for you at our brand new restaurant ‘PLUIMAGE’! We’re centrally situated just around the corner of the main market square, in the centre of the city behind the Vleeshal and the Vishal. Visit us during your stay in our beautiful city and experience our already famous grilled chicken with homemade fries on Wednesday till Sunday. Or if you’re in a more experimental mood, don’t hesitate to try our delicious streetfood dishes. From Friday till Sunday we also serve brunches with a variety of tasty egg and chicken related dishes. See you soon Open: Wednesday - Friday 17:00 - 22:00, Saturday - Sunday 11:00 - 23:00 (Also lunch!)

Daytime egg in all shapes and sizes at The Egg Store, and from 12:00 hrs grilled chicken by Roast Chickenbar. The menu consists of several egg dishes such as Roast Slicer, a brioche topped with pulled chicken, coleslaw, homemade cocktail sauce and a perfectly fried egg on top. WE’LL GIVE YOU AN EGGSPERIENCE YOU WON’T FORGET At Roast Chicken Bar the birds are all free-range, juicy, tender and delicious. All of them bred in ‘de Veluwe’ (famous for their chickens). Marinated for 48 hours in our own secret marinade. In fact, it’s so secret only a few people know what’s in it.

AUTHENTIC HAARLEM ››

A city of remarkable history and culture, Haarlem is just a short hop from Amsterdam but packs a unique punch. With spectacular monuments dating back almost 800 years, such as the Amsterdamse Poort and SintBavokerk, it’s no wonder that so many great artists of the Golden Age wanted to capture its beauty and atmosphere. Frans Hals, one of the Netherlands’ greatest painters, is celebrated in theFrans Hals Museum (alongside paintings by his peers). Of course, Haarlem has made an impact in more recent times too. Its Jugendstil train station is one of the most beautiful in the country and the city is a bustling hub of great cafés, shops and restaurants. You will not find any chain stores here. 48 amsterdamjournal.nl

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TULPOMANIA EXPERIENCE HAARLEM Inspired by the tulip mania that swept through Holland during the Dutch Golden Age, Haarlem Marketing has entered into a unique collaboration with Keukenhof, the Frans Hals Museum and the Jopen beer brewery. These four partners join forces to bring you the Tulip Mania experience tour, which tells visitors the fascinating story of the tulip mania that reached a fever pitch in the Golden Age. In Haarlem, the centre of the tulip trade, tulips were extremely popular in the 17th century. Their prices soared to spectacular heights and bulbs became

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the object of unprecedented speculation. As a result, some people made great profits whereas others experienced enormous losses. A visit to the Jopen beer brewery walking tour through Haarlem’s inner city bring the Dutch Golden Age back to life. In both the Frans Hals Museum and Keukenhof the visitors are treated to beautiful fresh flowers in addition to presentations on the 17th century tulip mania, the fascinating story of the speculative tulip trade.

TULIP MANIA In early 17th century Holland, tulips were an exclusive and particularly rare status symbol. The slow increase in the number of tulip bulbs relative to the great demand created a wild speculation in bulbs, a ‘tulip craze’ that saw prices explode to tens of thousands of euros per bulb. For the same amount you could have purchased an entire canal house. This speculative bubble burst abruptly, but the tulip trade survived. Information: tulpomania.com. ■

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The Old Town

VOLENDAM VOLENDAM

Volendam is the most Volendam is the most remarkable picturesque remarkable picturesque fishing village just some fishing village just some 10-15 miles from Amster10-15 miles from Amsterdam. It dates from the dam. It dates from the era when the, now lake, era when the, now lake, IJsselmeer still was a IJsselmeer still was a part of the North Sea. part of the North Sea.

Volendam is the most remarkable picturesque fishing village just some 10-15 miles from Amsterdam. It dates from the era when the, now lake, IJsselmeer still was a part of the North Sea. In Volendam, if you’re lucky, you will see people in traditional costumes. As a result of its insulated location, the village preserved its character for six centuries, also because of the tough vitality of the fishermen. The characteristic small houses, which together with the canals and the drawbridges form the most picturesque spots, present the visitor an atmosphere of geniality and romance. HISTORY AND FAME The name Volendam stems from Vol-entdam, which means as much as the finishing of a dam. Volendam is located on the site of the former (way back in 1357) harbour of the historic city of Edam. As Edam started a new harbour, the old one formed a new settlement, and got the name Volendam. The population of the town grew only very slowly during those first centuries of its existence. In 1462 it only had 25 inhabitants, whereas today some 19,000. Around 1875, Volendam became known as a town worth visiting by tourists, and was thusly immortalized by writers and artists. Volendam became written about both nationally and

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internatio-nally, and magazines published photographs of stalwart fishermen by the harbour, of the women in their graceful traditional dress and of children playing in front of picturesque houses. The rich and famous flocked to this humble fishing town, where it seemed as if time had stood still. Volendam became an artist’s paradise, with people in graceful traditional costumes, the wooden little houses built closely together against, protected from the sea by the sturdy dike; their interiors replete with statuettes of saints and the harbour crowded with hundreds of red-sailed ‘botters’ (fishing boats).

VOLENDAM

Origin of Traditional Quality

Excellence on the IJsselmeer a benchmark for Volendam’s tradition and quality Paviljoen Smit-Bokkum is the home of an eel smoke-house since 1856, where the 5th generation of the Smit-Bokkum family daily smokes Holland’s best fish, preserving the ancient family recipe. The Smit-Bokkum family restaurant next to the smokehouse serves home-smoked delicacies together with a selection of local traditional menus. Especially the famous home-smoked IJsselmeer eels daily draws a client base from all over the country. Smit-Bokkum’s lovely terrace offers seats for over 100 guests. Seated here you can take in the magnificent views of the IJsselmeer and the Marinapark harbour. TIP: A dinner or lunch at Smit-Bokkum can also be combined with a guided tour through the smoke-house and a visit to the Palingsoundmuseum above the restaurant.

Slobbeland 19, Volendam - tel 0299 363373 - www.smitbokkum.nl Some elements of this are now of the past (the herring fishery was finished when the sea was closed off), but if you are curious about how the Volendam costume was worn and what the interiors of the houses looked like, do visit the Volendammer Museum to experience a little of the Volendam of yesteryear.

THE COSTUME The costumes of Volendam are worldrenowned. Around the entire world you can see portraits of people who have had themselves photographed in Volendam costume at the time of their visit to the place. The most famous part of the Dutch costume is of course the wooden shoes or “clogs”. The clog has gone a little bit out of fashion these days, but you can still occasionally see people walk around on them.

WATERLAND Monnickendam, Marken, Broek in Waterland, Ilpendam, Katwoude, Overleek, Purmer, Watergang, Uitdam and Zuiderwoude are known as Waterland. Each one of these places has its own charm and a cultural and historical background that makes a visit very worth while. Enjoy the wellmaintained monuments that adorn the old cityscapes and village views. Nearly half of the entire surface area of Waterland consists of water (no less than 5000 hectares). The municipality thus provides considerable opportunities for water recreation; sailing on the Markermeer or IJsselmeer lakes and having a drink at one of the outdoor cafes in one of the pictures-

que villages or cities. If you would like to explore Waterland by boat, consider a whispering boat, motorboat, rowing boat or canoe. Explore the best of Waterland on the water, between the reeds, with a gentle breeze for company. Waterland is also pre-eminently suitable for walking tours and bicycle rides. The decor consists of open grass polders, peat rivers and ribbon development villages with colourful woorden houses and traditional Dutch farmhouses built in the shape of pyramids. All places in Waterland are in easy reach from Amsterdam, whether by car, public transport. ■

GETTING THERE There are several ways to visit the town. Probably the easiest way will be the booking of a daytrip by a tour operator. I’m sure the genitor of your hotel will be able to help you with this

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ZAANSE SCHANS With its traditional green painted houses, warehouses and windmills the Zaanse Schans gives the feeling of having stepped back into the seventeenth or eighteenth centuries. Most of the buildings were re-located from other areas in the Zaanstreek in the 1960’s and 70’s as owing to urban development they were under threat of obliteration.

STEP BACK INTO THE SEVENTEENTH OR EIGHTEENTH CENTURY The Zaanse Schans offers a magnificent view of the surrounding landscape as it was before and after the industrial revolution. However this is not an open air museum but a colourful living and working neighbourhood. Most of the buildings were re-located from other areas in the Zaanstreek in the 1960’s and 70’s as owing to urban development they were under threat of obliteration. This panorama makes the Zaanse Schans a vital link in the European Route of Industrial Heritage. WINDMILLS A visit to a working industrial windmill is a unique experience. Paint mill De Kat and oil mill De Zoeker are open daily from March to October. From November to February most of the windmills at the Zaanse Schans only open at the weekends. The Jonge Schaap is open all year.

MUSEUMS The Zaanse Schans has a number of fascinating museums to tempt the visitor. The Zaans Museum and the Verkade Pavilion make the tastiest museum in the Netherlands. The collection is extremely wide-ranging and is presented in a contemporary way. It features utensils, clothing and paintings as well as factory equipment from the food industry, and as you make your way through the museum you can press on various displays and try and package as many biscuits and sweets as you can in a computer game.

RIVER CRUISES

The smaller, specialized museums such as the first Albert Heijn Grocery shop, the Bakery Museum ‘In de Gecroonde Duyvekater’ where traditional delicacies are sold, Museum of the Dutch Clock, are all situated at the Zaanse Schans in listed buildings bringing the history of this oldest industrial area to life.

The most enjoyable way to see the surrounding area is from the water. From April to October river cruises are available along the river Zaan not only for a splendid view of the Zaanse Schans, but also for a more detailed examination of the traditional and picturesque Dutch houses, windmills and other interesting sights along the way.

TRADITIONAL DUTCH CRAFT There is no entrance fee for visiting the traditional Dutch workshops such as the Wooden Shoe Workshop where you can see the clog makers at work and the Cheese Farm where you can learn about the different stages of Cheese making. In craftcenter De Saense Lelie you will find an artist specialised in Delft Blue decoration, a diamond cutter and goldsmiths. But 52 amsterdamjournal.nl

that is not all, as other traditional crafts are also represented here, including a local oil painter and popular Assendelft art. For a workshop making your own souvenir you can visit, Orse ket aan ‘t Glop. New! is “ Soap Works Zaanse Schans” on the Zeilenmakerspad number 4, next to the bakery museum. Zaandam has had a wonderful history of soapmaking, like the soap factory “The Eagle” in Wormerveer, we thought it was an addition to the Zaanse Schans to show the history. And generally show the history of hygiene and cleaning. We also sell craft hand made soaps, cosmetics, perfumes and everything related to hygiene and cleaning. There is a mini workshop / museum space. Throughout the store there are magnificent museum pieces to admire.Opening times may vary, but generally they are open daily throughout the year.

Information Center Zaanse Schans The Zaanse Schans is open daily throughout the year. There is no entrance fee, however some of the attractions charge an admission fee.

SCHANSEND 7, 1509 AW ZAANDAM TEL +31 (0)75 681 00 00 E-MAIL: INFO@DEZAANSESCHANS.NL WWW.DEZAANSESCHANS.NL

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Do you want to experience the real Holland? Then visit the Catharina Hoeve Cheese Farm at the Zaanse Schans. In this authentic 17th century farm you learn about the different stages of cheese production. Our staff wearing traditional costumes invites you to taste our delicious cheeses of own production. The farm shop has all these cheeses for sale as well as typical Dutch sweets and souvenirs. We are looking forward to welcoming you at the Catharina Hoeve. The entrance is free. The Catharina Hoeve is open daily.

CHEESE FARM THE CATHARINA HOEVE A MUST-SEE ATTRACTION AT THE ZAANSE SCHANS! ZEILENMAKERSPAD 5 | 1509 BZ ZAANDAM +31 (0)75 6215820 | WWW.CHEESEFARMS.COM OPEN DAILY, ALL YEAR ROUND. FREE ENTRANCE.

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WOODEN SHOE WORKSHOP ‘DE ZAANSE SCHANS’ KRAAIENEST 4 | 1509 AZ ZAANDAM +31 (0)75 6177121 | WWW.CLOGS.NL | INFO@CLOGS.NL OPEN DAILY, ALL YEAR ROUND!

CATHARINA HOEVE AT THE ZAANSE SCHANS ZEILENMAKERSPAD 5, ZAANDAM +31 (0)75 621 5820 | CHEESEFARMS.COM Do you want to experience the real Holland? Then visit the Catharina Hoeve Cheese Farm at the Zaanse Schans. In this authentic 17th century farm you can learn about the different stages of cheese production and learn what makes Dutch cheese so special. The staff wearing traditional costumes will gladly explain and invites you to taste their delicious cheeses.

Visit the wooden shoe workshop at the Zaanse Schans! See the clog makers at work in the workshop and learn about the history of wooden shoes in the museum - admission is free! We have the largest wooden shoe inventory in all sizes and colours! Be sure to try some on and experience what it feels like to walk on wood! Making a picture in the giant wooden shoe will complete your visit! From Amsterdam CS by bus (Bus 391) or train (station Koog-Zaandijk) in only 15 minutes.

The cheese is produced by Henri Willig. A local farmer who has been producing cheese since he took over the family dairy farm and started making traditional quality cheeses in 1974. His passion for the best tasting cheese has been rewarded with several awards at championships in London, Nantwich and Winsconsin. Therefor the cheeses enjoy worldwide recognition and excellent reputation. The farm shop has all these cheeses for sale as well as typical Dutch sweets and souvenirs. The staff of the Catharina hoeve is looking forward to welcoming you. The entrance is free. The Catharina Hoeve is open daily, all year round.

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From Family reunions to spontaneous outings with your (grand) children: at pancakes restaurant de Kraat at the Zaanse Schans, it’s alway a special moment for everyone!

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FOOD, DRINKS, NIGHTLIFE

WHATEVER YOUR TASTE IS,

Amsterdam has it

Amsterdam has all the nightlife you would expect. There are intimate restaurants, bars with or without live music, hip dance clubs, comedy clubs, and a casino. A complete list would fill a whole book, so we can only give you some recommendations here. RESTAURANTS | CAFÉS As one might expect from a cosmopolitan city, Amsterdam not only offers the possibility of enjoying classical French cuisine, but since a few decades the city has also abounded in - sometimes surprisingly good - Greek, Italian, Moroccan, Turkish, Chinese, Korean and even Nepalese and Ethiopian restaurants. This fact has caused the extensive, daily public market in Albert Cuypstraat to adapt its range to the purchasing requirements of these restaurants. For a quick cheap lunchtime bite try the sandwich shops, the chips stands or herring stalls. Eating maa tjes (‘mates’) herring is quite possibly the only important culinary tradition of our otherwise in this respect poorly endowed country. Amsterdam is also a city with many bars and cafés, some 1,500 in all. Each of the areas mentioned below has something to offer, from friendly and relaxed brown cafés, stylish grand cafés to crowded designer bars. The cafés and bars vary greatly and have their own special attraction: a wide range of beers, jenever (Dutch gin), live music, canal-side terraces, board games, pool tables or just good old fun.

BARS | LIVE MUSIC Amsterdam has some great small bars where you enter for free and or a small fee to listen to live music. Singer-songwriters, jazz, pop, folk or even classical music. You just have to know where to go.

COCKTAILS | DINNER The Venice of the North, Amsterdam’s attractions are considerable. Besides the famed red-light areas where window-shopping takes on a whole new meaning and the coffee bars that are more popular for their other wares, Amsterdam is also home to hundreds of great bars and clubs: style bars, cocktail bars, bistros, restaurants and casinos, and the famous brown cafes where you can linger long over a beer and watch the people of Amsterdam go about their business. Once you’ve visited the museum quarter and taken a tour of the canals, you can hit the town. A night out in the many bars of Leidseplein or Rembrandtplein should see you into the small hours.

THE HOUSE OF BOLS

PAULUS POTTERSTRAAT 14 | +31 (0)20 5708575 The acclaimed House of Bols creates a completely new experience: an homage to the cocktail. The Art of Flavour: bring flavour to life. House of Bols takes visitors on a spectacular journey through the history of the world’s oldest distilled brand Bols, the art of distilling liqueurs and genever. You can also learn how to create delicious cocktails yourself. Outstanding is the new ‘Art of Flavour’ experience. In three rooms flavours are visualized in a spectacular way. Every visitor will go through a unique flavour experience where you taste, feel, hear and see it come to life! More info: www.houseofbols.com

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DINNER | CLUBS Put on your dancing shoes and get ready to groove. In Amsterdam you can party all night long, nearly every night of the week! Have a look at the listings below - whether you’re into techno, drum & bass, top 40, hip-hop or anything in between, you’ll find a club to match your mood.

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Traditional Dutch gezelligheid at it’s very best!

THE PANCAKE BAKERY Undoubtedly the best known and most preferred pancake restaurant in Amsterdam. Situated on one of the main canals in the city centre of Amsterdam. Only 200 metres away from the Anne Frank house. The extensive menu offers no fewer than 100 different sweet or savoury pancakes and omelettes. The Pancake Bakery is situated in an old 17th century VOC warehouse and features exceptionally nostalgic interior décor. Doing a brisk business since 1973.

Prinsengracht 191, Amsterdam, +31(0)20-6251333 WWW.PANCAKE.NL

Humphrey’s Humph rey’s Spui Spuistraat 267 Spuistraat TTel. el. 020 - 62 43 555

In the heart of the city, between Dam Square and Spui, you simply cannot miss these two Amsterdam favourites. With it’s raw wood interior and 18th century design, traditional Dutch restaurant Haesje Claes pulls you back into an era of days gone. Throughout the summer months, sit on the terrace and sample seasonal Dutch favourites such as fresh herring and juicy mussels. After Dinner, you can then discover the charm of a Dutch brown café at recently renovated Café de Koningshut, nestled right next door. Try locally brewed beers from Brouwerij De Prael and Brouwerij ‘t Ij or choose from 7 draught beers on tap, Dutch jenevers and traditional snacks.

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BOURBON STREET

MULLIGANS

LEIDSEKRUISSTRAAT 6-8, +31 (0)20 - 62 33 440 WWW.BOURBONSTREET.NL

AMSTEL 100, +31 (0)20 - 62 21 330 WWW.MULLIGANS.NL

Bourbon Street features live music from local talent and international artists every night of the week. The shows and jam sessions attract a mixed crowd, as well as musicians playing blues, rock, soul and funk. Open: Mon. - Fri. 10pm - 4am, Sat. & Sun. 10pm - 5am

In a historic setting on the banks of the river Amstel, right around the corner of the famous Rembrandt Square, you’ll find Mulligans is one of the oldest Irish bars in town. SPUISTRAAT 291-293, Open: Mon. - Fri. 4pm - 1am +31 (0)20 620 30 74 Sat. & Sun. 2pm - 3am WWW.KANTJIL.NL Right in the heart of Amsterdam, you’ll find Kantjil & de Tijger: the place to be for those who are curious about Indonesian food. Come and try our New Asian High Wine! You will be treated with a delicious selection of savoury bites and a carafe of white, red or rosé wine. Enjoy this experience at the New Asian Brasserie between 12:00 and 16:00. Also open for dinner.

CHICAGO SOCIAL CLUB

PLAYERS

LEIDSEPLEIN 12, +31 (0)20 - 53 00 232 WWW.CHICAGOSOCIALCLUB.NL

KL. GARTMANPLANTSOEN 25, +31 (0)20 - 88 88 886 WWW.PLAYERSAMSTERDAM.NL

Recently renovated and completely revamped, Chicago Social Club is home to the American comedy troupe Boom Chicago and Amsterdam’s premier English-language comedy venue presenting theatrical shows. Bar: Mon.-Thu. 5pm - 4am, Fri. 5pm - 5am. Club: Thu. 11pm4am, Sat. 12pm - 5am, Sun. 12 pm - 4am

Players Food & Drinks, the ultimate combination of excellent food & drinks, great and varied music and nice location: the corner of the Kleine Gartmansplantsoen in Amsterdam next to the completely rebuild City cinema. Open: Sun. - Thur. 3pm - 1am, Fri. 3pm 3am, Sat. 12am - 3am

KANTJIL & DE TIJGER

NOORDWEST CAFÉ RESTAURANT NOORDERMARKT 42, +31 (0)20 - 624 36 89 WWW.RESTAURANTNOORDWEST.NL

AMSTERDAM JEWEL CRUISES SUPPERCLUB CRUISE SINGEL 235, +31 (0)20 - 440 21 385 WWW.AM STERDAMJEWELCRUISES.NL

RUYTERKADE PIER 4, +31 (0)20 - 62 67 078 WWW.SUPPERCLUB.COM

Enjoy a 3-course à la carte dinner whilst cruising the world famous canals on a classic riverboat, built in 1898. Comfortable and intimate. 20 seats only.

A stylish club experience can now also be enjoyed on the water on a fantastic ship called Supperclub Cruise. Supperclub Cruise is lounging, clubbing, dining and entertainment.

Well known in the heart of the famous Amsterdam Jordan area. Not only because of its gorgeous locatiown at the Noordermarkt, but also because of its spacious terrace, friendly staff, and extensive menu for lunch, dinner and drinks. For dinner, we serve a beautiful variety of meat, fish and vegetarian meals. Fresh local products bring our dishes to life. We follow the seasons and, as a result, our menu often changes to pleasantly surprise you on your next visit.

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EROTIC MUSEUM

ENJOY A VARIETY OF CURIOSITIES, SUCH AS PLEASURE OBJECTS, PRINTS, SEXY ART GALLERY (SEXYARTGALLERY.COM) AND S&M EXHIBITION.

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HOSPITAL BAR

A LAP DANCE A DAY… KEEPS THE DOCTOR AWAY! THE HOSPITAL BAR IS AN AROUSING EXCLUSIVE CLUB WHERE A HEALTHY TEMPERATURE RISE IS THE ONLY ILLNESS!

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BANANEN BAR & CLUB

THE FUN YOU CAN HAVE WITH BANANAS! WE WILL KEEP YOUR GLASSES FULL. UPSTAIRS YOU’LL FIND THE BANANEN CLUB. TREAT YOURSELF TO A LAPDANCE, HANG OUT WITH FRIENDS OR CELEBRATE A BACHELOR/ BACHELORETTE PARTY.

Open 7 days a week 8pm-2am, Fri-Sat to 3am Oudezijds Achterburgwal 37

CASA ROSSO

WARNING: ENTERING THIS THEATRE WILL DEFINITELY GET YOU AROUSED. WATCH LIVE PERFORMANCES OF TALENTED COUPLES AND INDIVIDUAL ARTISTS.

Open 7 days a week 7pm-2am, Fri-Sat to 3am Oudezijds Achterburgwal 106-108

+31 (0)20 6278954 | WWW.JANOT.NL

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DRINKS & CLUBS & NIGHTLIFE IN RED LIGHT

red light Thaise Snackbar Bird Zeedijk 77-I, (020) 4206289 www.thai-bird.nl

Getto Warmoesstraat 51-B, (020) 4215151 www.getto.nl

Golden Palm Bar NH Grand Hotel Krasnapolsky Dam 9, (020) 5549111

Bubbles & Wines Wine & Champagnebar Nes 37, (020) 4223318 www.bubblesandwines.com

Stadscafé Heffer Oudebrugsteeg 7, (020) 4284488 www.heffer.nl

Winston Belushi’s Bar Warmoesstraat 129, (020) 6231380 www.winston.nl/bar

In ‘t Aepjen Zeedijk 1, (020) 6268401

Gasthuys Grimburgwal 7-HS, (020) 6248230 www.gasthuys.nl

Café Van Kerkwijk Nes 41, (020) 626 1259 www.caferestaurantvankerkwijk.nl The Grasshopper Oudebrugsteeg 16, (020) 4287224 www.thegrasshopper.nl Café Katoen Oude Turfmarkt 153, (020) 6262635 Bierfabriek Rokin 75, (020) 5289910 www.bierfabriek.com Mata Hari Oudezijds Achterburgwal 22, (020) 2050919 www.matahari-amsterdam.nl Rokin 89, (020) 4274657 www.thetara.com/nld Café de Dam Damstraat 4, (020) 6245331 Casa Rosso Oudezijds Achterburgwal 106-108 (020) 6278954 www.casarosso.nl Club San Francisco Zeedijk 40 Het Elfde Gebod Zeedijk 5, +31 6 39764685

Hunters Warmoesstraat 24, (020) 428 8291 www.hunters-coffeeshop.com Freddy’s Bar Hotel De l’Europe Nieuwe Doelenstraat 2-14, (020) 531 17 77 www.leurope.nl/freddys-bar Bananenbar Oudezijds Achterburgwal 37, (020) 627 8954

Cafe De Stoof Oudezijds Achterburgwal 114, www.destoofamsterdam.nl ‘t Arendsnest Herengracht 90, (020) 4212057 www.arendsnest.nl Lime Zeedijk 104, (020) 6393020

Old Sailor Oudezijds Achterburgwal 39-A, (020) 6247739

Cafe Euro Pub Dam 3-7, (020) 888 88 82 www.amsterdam-dam.com

Queen’s Head Zeedijk 20, (020) 4202475 www.queenshead.nl

Café Verhoeff Zeedijk 12, (020) 6222297 www.cafeverhoeff.nl

Poco Loco Nieuwmarkt 24, (020) 6242937 www.diningcity.nl/pocoloco

Café Corso Oudezijds Achterburgwal 26, (020) 6244120

Café de Buurvrouw Sint Pieterspoortsteeg 29-1, (020) 6259654 www.debuurvrouw.nl Café Excalibur Oudezijds Achterburgwal 48, (020) 6268353 www.cafeexcalibur.flexnet.nl

Cafe Dijk 120 Zeedijk 120, (020) 6247107

Cafe Lef Zeedijk 23- 25, (020) 6243141 www.cafelef.nl

Cafe ‘t Mandje Zeedijk 63, (020) 6225375 www.cafetmandje.nl

Café de Zeepost Prins Hendrikkade 88, 06 25042484

Café Zilt Zeedijk 49, (020) 4215416 www.cafezilt.nl

Café de Pul Oudezijds Achterburgwal 116-I BG, (020) 6266343

De Barderij Zeedijk 14, (020) 4205132

Pleinzicht Borneostraat 112, (020) 694 1359

Café de Kletskop Zeedijk 10, (020) 6225728 http://kletskoppers.hyves.nl

Man To Man Spuistraat 21, (020) 62 58 797

Het Pleidooi Oudebrugsteeg 8, (020) 625 4800 www.heffer.nl Cafe Wiener Lange Niezel 8, (020) 6245809

Majestic Dam 3-7, (020) 888 8883 www.amsterdam-dam.com Coffeeshop Rusland Rusland 16-I, (020) 6279468 De Deugniet Oude Burgsteeg 12, (020) 428 4488

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THE STUDENT HOTEL

‘EUROPE’S MOST ‘BADASS’ & ROCK ’N ROLL HOTEL ROOM. THE NEW MANCAVE IS BORN For those who want to experience the real VIP feeling The Student Hotel created the ‘Playroom’. A boutique-styled hotel room that has enough space and facilities to go wild. The private and super-sized loft that’s 101 squared meters big features 2 kingsize and 1 queen size bed, 2 luxurious bathrooms, a 75’’ flat screen HD TV with playstation 4, a personal bar and kitchen, a 1.2m vintage disco ball and dance pole. The special room offers enough privacy and space to bring your whole entourage and build a party to remember. Sounds ideal for the perfect man’s night out right? thestudenthotel.com

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Nestly on the former Zuiderzee, roughly 30 km north of Amsterdam, is the historic city of Hoorn. From Amsterdam, the city is easily accessible by car (theA-7 motorway) and train. Whether you arrive by car, train or even boat, the main square of the city, the Roode Steen, is only a distance of ten minutes. The square is dominated by the Westfries Museum and is the perfect starting point to explore the city and walk to the historic harbour. Its seems as if time has stood still.

WESTFRIES MUSEUM Hovering above the historic square lined with outdoor cafes is the imposing façade of the Westfries Museum. The building is constructed in 1632 and dates from the time that Hoorn was one of the largest and most prosperous cities of Holland. The building and its twenty-seven rooms are in their own right, worth a visit. But then there is also the magnificent collection of seventeenth century masters, which are the icing on the cake. And in the Marble-room the museum presents special expositions.

ORPHANS OF THE VOC From this autumn the unique exposition ‘Vêrlander Weeskinderen van de VOC (Orphans of the VOC)’ can be admired on four continents. The Westfries Museum in Hoorn is responsible for the European edition. From December 17 2016 until April 10 2017, 30 portraits by the Amsterdam photographer Geert Snoeijer can be seen in Hoorn. An audio tour, in which a number of people portrayed will speak, brings the shared history with the Dutch people to life.

Vêrlander - de Weeskinderen van de VOC (the Orphans of the VOC). Open from 17 December 2016 until 10 April 2017 in the Westfries Museum in Hoorn.

Travel time from AMS CS: Train 42 min / 40 km +31 (0)229-28.00.22 info@wfm.nl www.westfriesmuseum.info Westfries Museum, Roode Steen 1, Hoorn Tuesday/Friday 11.00 to 17.00 h Saturday/ Sunday and holidays 13.00 to 17.00 h From March 1 tot November 1 also on Mondays.