Friday, February 12, 2010

Most Visited Museums

Amsterdam is home to about 42 musuems and galleries, that represent the city's historical and cultural heritage. All the museums appeals to the visitors of hotels Amsterdam more than any other attraction of the city. The most convinient way of visiting the museums is on foot as most of them are situated close to each other. Most of the tourists of hotel in Amsterdam also prefer to take th Museum Boat, which offers a shuttle service service linking twenty museums and other attractions of this amazing city.


hotels amsterdamRijksmuseum

Origially founded as the National Art Gallery, the Rijksmuseum is one of the most visited museum by tourists of hôtel à Amsterdam. The collections of this Amsterdam museum such as paintings, prints, drawings, sculptures and decorative arts from the middle ages to the 20th century are very impressive. It very clearly reflects the Dutch history. Tourists of Hotels Amsterdam mainly love to see the works of the 17th century which features works of Rembrandt such as The Night Watch. The masterpieces of artists such as Vermeer, Frans Hals, van Leyden and Jan Mostaerta are also very interesting unlike Antwerp Musuems.


amsterdam hotelsVan Gogh Museum

Almost all the tourists visiting hoteles Amsterdam for a holiday take trips to Van Gogh Museum. It houses the world's largest collection of artist Van Gogh's work from the early days. In all the paintings that you can see in this Amsterdam museum, you will note that masterpieces of different periods of time has the influence of that particular period. For example in the paintings of 1886, you will see the influence of the impressionsts. If you visit this museum while staying in hotel en Amsterdam, you will also find works of Post-impressionst artists such as Toulouse-Lautrec, Gaugin and Sisley. A must visit place for art enthusiasts.


hotels AmsterdamMaritime Museum

On your visit to hotel Amsterdam promotion, you should not miss a chance of visiting the Maritime Museum to know more about the Dutch naval history. This museum of Amsterdam is housed in an old warehouse and houses one of the world's most important maritime collections. The collections of this beautiful Amsterdam museum is displayed in twenty five rooms. It is very exciting to see the paintings, antiquarian maps and navigation instruments. Besides there are numerous models and a full-sized replica of the Dutch East-India merchantman, 'Amsterdam', which sank off the south coast of England in 1749. You can also buy antiquarian books and maps, replica instruments and model of ships and kits if you want in the maritime shops available in the museum. You won't have such fun in your visit paris best museums.
Stedelijk Museum

Most of art enthusiasts go for citytrip Amsterdam, to visit the Stedelijk Museum as it specialises in art from the mid-nineteenth to the present times. Even the collection now in the Van Gogh Museum was originally a part of this museum. It is known allover Europe as the most important museum for modern and contemporary art in Netherland. Impotant collections of this famous museum include de Stijl, Nouveau Réalisme, Colorfield, CoBrA and Pop Art. Individual works of Kooning, Warhol, Chagall, Gilbert & George, Mondrian and Kandinsky are also popular. The sculpture garden is not to be missed during your visit to this Amsterdam museum.

Anne Frank House

You can visit the Anne Frank House during your weekendje Amsterdam, to get some idea about how refugees existed during the War. Those who have read the Dairy of Ann Frank will immensly love this place. The exhibiton space has the original of the diary on display, which is in front of the house, where Otto Frank ran his business. A visit to this museum will actually make you relive the life of the young girl and her family.

Wednesday, February 10, 2010

Hotels In Amsterdam

hotel amsterdam
Hotel Omega

Hotel Omega is a comfortable hotel in the most exclusive area of Amsterdam. It is housed in a beautiful dutch building and offers very comfortable facilities. This hotel is situated in the city's old town and is placed a step away from the Van Gogh and National Museum. The guests of this hotel are charmed by its personalized and professional attention. The rooms are all very comfortable and perfectly equipped so that you can pleasantly enjoy everything that Amsterdam offers.



hotel amsterdamHotel Toro

Situted on the edge of Amsterdam's Vondelpark, Hotel Toro is a splendid villa built in art nouveau style. There is a classic, romantic appeal of the hotel that helps you to relax duirng your hotel. There is a breakfast room that offers a marvellous view of the Vondelpark. Evenings in this hotel can be spent with a drink in the hotel’s elegant lounge or on the patio.


hotel amsterdamHotel Alexander

Hotel Alexander is a comfortable 3-star hotel, conveniently located between the Vondel Park and Leidseplein. The green environment creats an atmosphere of tranquility in the hotel. Most of the restaurant, cafes and shops are also located nearby. All of the rooms are equipped with a bathroom telephone, radio and Internet facilities to give you a comfortable stay. Besides the staff of the hotel is very friendly and offers quality service.

Saturday, February 6, 2010

Cities Nearby

Maastricht
Maastricht lies in the southern side of Netherlands and is bordered by Belgium and Germany. This makes tourists of Europe to spend a day in hotels in Maastricht. But only a day won't be sufficient to enjoy all that the city offers. On your visit to the Vrijthof Square, you will find yourself in the cultural heart of the city. The Markt Square is another prominent plaza, a visit to which you will enjoy during your visit to hoteles en Maastricht. St. Servaas Basilica, is one of the mmost prominent historical landmark located near the Vrijthof Square. After a visit to all these areas, most of the visitors of weekend Maastricht prefer to a take a river cruise along the river Maas. One can also explore the tunnel within the St. Pietersberg area. Bonnefanten Museum of Art and The Natural History Museum are two important museums of the city which can be visited during your trip to Maastricht.

Rotterdam

Staying in Rotterdam hotels, after visitng Amsterdam, will make your trip to Netherlands more special. Rotterdam offer a very modern outlook with stylish architecture and a thriving nightlife and energy. This city also boosts of the busiests harbour in the whole of Europe. Tourists love to visit this city. There are many sights and attractions that can overwhelm tourists of Rotterdam hotels. You can spend your time in hoteles en Rotterdam, by visiting sights such as Blijdorp Zoo, the Arboretum Trompenburg, windmill of Delfshaven, Museumpark and Mariniers Museum. Or you can go shopping long the pedestrianised arcade of Lijnbaan and cruising around Rotterdam's harbour. Most of tourists also visit the Boompjeskade Beach to enjoy the sun.

Valkenburg

Another important tourist destination of Netherland is Valkenburg. Most of the cycling fans love to visit the steep hill with a castle on the top during their vacation in hotels in Valkenburg. Besides a visit to the town center of the city is an amazing experince as it is filled with small pubs, bars and restaurants. Visitors of Citytrip Valkenburg have a lot of scope for entertainment and fun. The best part is that near the city, you will find a number of camping spots. The ruins of the castle on the hill top is the most visited sight of the city. Other places to be visited while vacationing in hotel in Valkenburg are Old Mill, The De Valkeneir amusement park, the Saint Gerlachus Chapel, Country Museum and the futuristic Thermae 2000, one of the largest spa establishment in the Netherlands. Museums near Bruges hotel can be your next visit.

Thursday, January 7, 2010

Attractions In Amsterdam

An attractive and tourist friendly tourist destination, Amsterdam is a haven for a lot of fun filled activities. Over 5 million visitors lodge in hôtels à Amsterdam every year. The attractions in the city are very interesting. The cultural and historical environment of the city, charms most of the tourists of luxe hotel amsterdam. There are a number of old and new attractions, scattered throughout the city. Anne Frank Huis is one of the most visited attraction visited by tourists staying in luxe hotels amsterdam. Museums lovers should not miss a chance to visit Van Gogh Museum. A visit to the Royal Palace, will give you a chance to appreciate the beautiful architecture of the city. Those planning a trip to luxury hotels amsterdam, with family, should include Artis Zoo to the list of must-visit sights. You can also spend time in the Botanical Gardens. Most of the tourists of deluxe hotels amsterdam, either prefer to take canal boat rides in the evening or visit the Red Light District.