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Eat, shop and snooze in Amsterdam

Eat, shop and snooze in Amsterdam

Amsterdam is a laid back and easily manageable city with plenty to do and see. More canals than Venice mean you are never far from the sight of water - or cyclists. Not for nothing is this city referred to as ‘bicycle capital of the world’, since almost every one of Amsterdam’s residents owns a cycle, including the Royal Family.

Whether you want to see impressive architecture or historical attractions, have fun or simply relax, Amsterdam is a great destination for a city break.

Where to Eat:
Moeders Rozengracht 251
T: +31 (0)20 626 7957 W: www.moeders.com
Traditional Dutch food served in quirky surroundings. The walls in 'Moeders' (Dutch for mothers) are adorned with pictures of mothers as well as antique pans, plates and biscuit tins. For an informal, homely and cosy atmosphere, this restaurant ticks all the right boxes.

Nomads, Rozengracht 133
T: +31 (0)20 344 6401 W: www.restaurantnomads.nl
Lounge restaurant Nomads is inspired by Arabian Nomad culture. This ia a super stylish oasis full of kilims and Moroccan lamps. Authentic mezzes like couscous and orfali kebab feature on the menu. Great for night owls too. Chill as the DJ mixes Arab music with Western dance music. Sometimes a belly dancer makes an appearance too!

Where to Shop:
The Nine Streets
These narrow streets which intersect the main canals between the Leidsestraat and the Jordaan district bristle with restaurants, cafés, art galleries, jewellers, boutiques and vintage stores.

If you want to snap up some works of upcoming Dutch designers visit:
YDU-Young Designers United, Keizersgracht 447
T: +31 (0)20 6269191 W: www.ydu.nl or Wella Warenhaus W: www.wellawarenhaus.nl

For upscale designers and labels go to the Museum District, home to the majority of Amsterdam’s luxury boutiques and designer stores. On the Van Baerlestraat there is a large Vanillia store - a popular Dutch brand. Famous Dutch designers Percy Irausquin and Marlies Dekkers have shops on the Cornelis Schuytstraat.

Department stores and shopping centres
The Maison de Bonneterie is a posh department store on the Kalverstraat where you can find labels like Armani Jeans, Burberry, Diesel, Dolce & Gabbana, DKNY, Ferragamo, Gant, Hugo Boss, Polo Ralph Lauren, Riani and Marc Cain.

Magna Plaza, an exclusive shopping centre in a stunning monumental building, is located at the Dam Square.

The Kalverstraat and Leidsestraat
These are the two main shopping streets in Amsterdam’s city centre. The Leidsestraat has the more exclusive shops while the Kalverstraat is home to all the High Street names including H&M, Mexx, Zara and Miss Sixty.

If it's antiques that make you happy, go to the Spiegelkwartier. There are more than 70 antique shops and galleries here with impressive collections of paintings, ceramics, glass, jewellery, furniture and tribal and Asiatic collectibles.



Where to Sleep:
Splurge
The Dylan Amsterdam , Keizersgracht 384
T: +31 (0)20 530 2010 W: www.dylanamsterdam.com
Stylish and intimate, this hotel offers guests exceptional personal service. The Dylan has 41 individually decorated rooms and suites while its award winning restaurant serves glorious dishes like ceviche of sea bass with croquettes of pumpkin and king crab with a vinaigrette of orange, or roast duck with five spices and preserved young carrots.

Budget
Citizen M Amsterdam City Centre , Prinses Irenestraat 30
T: +31 (0)20 8117 055 W: www.citizenmamsterdamcity.com
Opened in 2009, the five floor Citizen M hotel offers affordable luxury in the heart of the city. Close to Amsterdam's historic canals and squares, the hotel has 215 rooms at a nightly rate that will make you smile whatever your budget.

More information at: www.holland.com

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