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20 free things to do in Amsterdam
11 April 2013
It’s easy to spend a fortune in the Netherlands‘ stylish capital, but the city has plenty of gratis goodies up...
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Six weekend breaks in Europe
29 March 2013
If you’ve ticked off Europe’s big city hitters such as Paris, Rome and...
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Free Amsterdam city map
01 February 2013
Looking to navigate the circling canals, big-name masterpieces and atmospheric lanes of Amsterdam? Wait no longer. With key sights, a...
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Ten great cycling routes: from day-trips to long-distance adventures
11 December 2012
Wind in your hair, landscapes whipping by, cruising through peaceful forests: embracing the outdoors on two wheels is one of...
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Alternatives to Oktoberfest
26 September 2012
The barrels may have already been rolled out at Munich’s annual Oktoberfest, but there are still plenty of other beer...
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Amsterdam basics
20 August 2012
Bucolic canals, charming bridges and laid-back atmosphere: there’s so many reasons to love the ‘Dam. So how to get the...
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Ten hidden gems of Europe
03 August 2012
There’s no place like Paris, Barcelona or Rome – but Europe has untouched corners that match the big hitters on...
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The world’s greatest bookshops
16 June 2012
Bookshops are a traveller’s best friend: they provide convenient shelter and diversion in bad weather, they’re a reliable source of...
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10 of the world’s unsung places
14 May 2012
Some places stay persistently off the beaten track, despite their many charms. Here’s a sampling of places overlooked because of...
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World’s best slow travel
03 May 2012
Vacations are always too short, even if we have the luxury of more than a few weeks a year. So...
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Most lip-smacking street food
18 March 2012
Lunch tastes best from a curb-side cart: grab your fork or simply use your fingers, and munch your way through...
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Best ways to see Europe
20 September 2011
Four wheels, two wheels, ferry or foot – in this extract from Lonely Planet’s 1000 Ultimate Experiences, we show you...
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A smooth landing: 5 tips for timesaving at airports
17 September 2011
One of the most tiring elements of air travel, particularly for frequent fliers, is the ‘getting there:’ You’re landed and...
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Europe by train: how to get more bang for your buck
10 May 2011
When it comes to train travel in Europe, the big question is always the same: is it better to purchase...
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Europe’s 8 best night trains
10 May 2011
The midnight thump and clunk of railway carriages being uncoupled and shunted in a station somewhere in central Europe is...
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Amsterdam’s cosiest cafes
23 March 2011
Wander into one of Amsterdam‘s legendary brown cafes and you’ll discover that these atmospheric spots, which strike a curiously enchanting balance between...
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A perfect summer’s day in Amsterdam
21 March 2011
Summertime in Amsterdam – if you’re blessed with the requisite dose of Dutch sun – makes for the perfect combination...
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Amsterdam: budget, mid-range or luxury?
10 March 2011
Amsterdam is not just marijuana and museums. Explore the Dutch capital’s streets and waterways with this helpful guide and you’ll not only avoid the tourist traps...
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The Netherlands: travel books to read before you go
01 October 2010
This excerpt from Lonely Planet’s Netherlands guide provides a selection of travel literature to get you in the mood for...
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Travel news wrap: airport libraries and see-through planes
24 September 2010
It’s that time of the week, where we ask our worldly Lonely Planet editors what’s making travel news in their...
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A holiday less ordinary: 10 obscure vacations
20 August 2010
Why settle for the ordinary? In an excerpt from Lonely Planet’s 1000 Ultimate Experiences, we’ve found destinations that are so...
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Amsterdam for children
28 July 2010
These recommendations are taken from Amsterdam Encounter, which is Lonely Planet’s short trip guide to the city.Never mind the sex and drugs...
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Best places to walk your dog
14 December 2009
Paris, FranceThe City of Lights earns top marks for its motorised pooper-scooper, the moto-crotte (literally meaning ‘poop-mobile’), which revolutionised the...
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