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•  Is there any nonstop flight from Netherlands to Japan? There is nonstop flight from Amsterdam to Tokyo Narita Airport and Kansai-airport. The nonstop flights offer convenient transportations that you can arrive in Tokyo and leave from Osaka.
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Delay, luggage didn’t arrive. Had to go the next day to collect it

It was operated by Delta. Boarding took a long time. How difficult can it be? Overall decent trip. Liked the Salt Lake City airport. Better option than Chicago for transfers.

Put some new and several options for entertainment. Do not be rude to customers and avoid serving them an extra coke or something. We paid 1200 GBP for a return flight.. A noisy, crowded, rude and uncomfortable flight.

The flight was delayed for 2 hrs. Because they didn’t have a crew to fly. And it is not a first time for klm to do that. Last time they cancelled my filght and rebooked me 3 days later. Not reliable airline

We left one hour late because of technical difficulties. The economy comfort seats are great for the price. The crew was mediocre, they do not provide a pleasant experience, they just deliver food and drinks and give orders, not very amicable, no service and hospitality focus.

no issues at all... Kudos to the food. This time was really really good

The food was ok. The crew seemed like they were cranky. I had one guy get mad at me for passing in between the storage area to get to the other toilet. I can understand if it's not allowed but reprimanding me like I'm a student saying "This is the last time!" was not appropriate. During my meal time, there was a French family around me. No problems there but when we usually have meals, they are supposed to put their chair in the upright position. These people did not do it and the steward did not tell them to raise their seat in the upright position. However, I was told to do so! So, me and another person next to me had to eat with the monitor almost touching our faces. Furthermore, a lady in front of me was putting her feet up and preventing another elder passenger from putting her seat back. To make it worse, she was continuously hitting her back into her seat, shaking my monitor while I was watching a movie. A crew member did speak to her about it but then she accused me of pushing her seat forward! The crew member gave me a death stare and told me to stop pushing the seat forward. I did not even touch her seat at all, if I did, she would know it. Her boyfriend also stood up and tried to push her seat even further past the maximum decline to no avail. None of these people were reprimanded but the steward, some bald guy, was extremely friendly with them and did not even try to instruct them to do anything until it was time to land. I resisted the urge to really argue with them because I would have obviously been seen as the aggressor (I have no idea why). I hardly said anything on this flight except "more wine please" and "sorry" if I bumped into someone accidentally. Overall, it was an annoying flight and I had to resist the urge to yell at the steward and the people he was overly friendly with. The happiest moment of this flight was leaving it.

The worst airline. Cancelled flight 30 min before boarding and rebooked on flight after 3 days.

It was nice to be on a legacy airline, people try at least.

Mostly fine. Minor delays departing and arriving. Quite a cramped plane, not so much as regards legroom but very narrow seats. Quiet nice food. Non-working USB charger. Flight attendants were helpful but not particularly proactive — one had to work to get their attention (but all was fine once they notice you), very Dutch style:)

It was a pleasure definitely going with Iberia on my future travels

Our connecting flight was cancelled and it took us 15 hours to reach our destination.

This has been the worst experiencia I have had traveling overall. More than 3 delays, no one answering questions, no one at the AA counter. No one at customer service and after having to change transportation to airport and spend the night at a hotel paid by me, we were delayed inside of aircraft for more than 2 hours!!! Bad experience!!!

Wow! Wonderfully designed, super comfortable, spacious business seats. The food was great and the staff were friendly and attentive. A fabulous experience!

The new Finnair business class is superb! The design is wonderfully innovative and ridiculously comfortable. There is more seat space to lounge and sleep than the usual business class seat. The staff were amazingly attentive and the food was great (hard to say about most airline food!). There was limited toiletries (most of which I don’t use anyway) and no pyjamas for this flight. Everything else was next level. A fabulous experience!

Extremely low quality food. Ordered muslim meals but got vegetarian meals instead. Muslims are not vegetarian, they love meat as much as any other non-vegetarian person, so make a decent effort to get halal meals. Regardless, the vegan sandwich was absolutely tasteless. I am pretty sure the company making that sandwich does not even do a taste test itself

Arriving at Heathrow was a complete disaster because air bridge broke down and it took ages to find spare stairs! Something that I'd kick Heathrow in the shins for, not Finnair - who were great.

Not great. Flight attendants were aloof, food was mediocre, seats that I paid $150 were given to someone else without any concession. I will probably never use kayak again. Terrible experience from start to finish.

The wine was low quality Finnair label stuff in small bottles and only one small bottle each. Embarassinng. A competing airline served me two generous glasses of a nice South African Shiraz from regular wine bottles, a Beck's beer, and a generous Dewar's White Label on the rocks. Cabin service was good and polite, plane interior was beautiful, but cramped.

All good- I love BA and the professionalism of the crew and pilots.

One of the best experiences ever. Thank you to the crew.

bus ride to the plane was very crowded and had to wait a long time to get to the plane. The flight itself was great.

Flight was delayed by a hour could have been better addressed. Flight was fine with great service by the flight attendants

Together with my family, we all agreed that the LOT crew provided the most wonderful service that could be. We are grateful for such a great experience they provided to us! We will return and share our experience with all our friends and family.! Keep up the good work!

The flight was very bad, the food and the staff was very rude. My last time with them

The staff was good. Very friendly and respectful. The airline not so much. They aren't very informative at all.

LOT airlines wasn't the best. They had trouble with boarding and they didn't have my information on file the right way. They change last minute details without us knowing and everything was a HOT MESS. Lot airlines also lost my baggae which was the carseat and haven't responded to any of my emails.

Lot still has not refunded me after they cancelled my flight to India!! Kayak had been awful at getting me this refund too. Will NEVER be using kayak or LOT again.

Tv screen not working. Food in business class was cold & not available

The boarding was delayed several times. The take off was two hours late.

Food is pathetic, and the crew is rude. Not friendly like all other airline carriers.

Everything went very smoothly. My only complaint is how cramped the seats are for an international flight.

On this shorter leg and with an older plane, just mediocre. On the connecting long haul (Chicago to Copenhagen) everything was great.

Check-in for SAS at Zurich Airport was absolutely horrendous. Mixed with 4 or 5 low-cost airlines at the same desk with only 2 desks open for bag drop initially with incredibly long lines. They constantly had to get people to the front of the line for flight that were departing soon. We just made it to the gate in time for boarding thanks to the efficient security check. Not up to the standard of the SAS pricing!

The check in computers were difficult to use, we waited a long time to get off the flight and the food was terrible on the outgoing flight.

We arrived at the airport 2 1/2 hours early and barely made our flight due to a 90 minute wait to check our bag

They were charging $$$ for first glass of wine. That first glass should be included in such a high price.

My outbound flight was incredible... Milan to Chicago. The crew worked so well together. Each passenger felt spoiled and incredibly valued. The crew on this flight was fine. Nothing to complain specifically about but could not give top rating only because of the superior crew, hospitality, warmth we felt on the first flight. Unfortunately. You managed to lose my luggage ..my only piece checked in. Lost in Copenhagen so I had the added stress, time wasted to file the report. To make things worse, Italian rail decided to strike that Sunday so I could not take the train as planned back to Switzerland. Horrible waiting time and poor communication for boarding substitution bus. The substition bus to the town of Stabio did not run on time and was late about 40 minutes.

Very difficult to locate check in area, but after that everything went smoothly. Surprised to learn that soft drinks were not complimentary.

It was difficult to order a children's meal via online or the SAS app. Otherwise, flight crew and experience was great

Price is the main attraction. Staff is OK but difficult to communicate with them due to general lack of English. Food is truly abysmal, the main courses (4) were barely edible. The choices for breakfast served at 5:30 am prior to landing at Gatwick airport were Spaghetti Bolognese or seafood fried rice. Choices offered for all 4 mains were either something rice or noodles. Shanghai airport layover is much too long in a very poorly serviced airport. We were unable to use WiFi; private lounges required cash only payment with no ATM or cash exchange open.

I was surprised and appreciate that they actually served a hot meal on such a short, early morning flight. The check in and boarding was hassle free and most of all my Alliance Status / Code Share was recognized and the revelant courtesy was extended; other than some needed attention to detail concerning the cleanliness of the cabin, and some unnecessary aggressive wording their safety briefing, it was an overall pleasant flight, and I would certainly fly with them again.

Flight was delayed for more than 3 hours, food was mediocre, seat didn’t recline

For the price we paid, we had a really good flight. The seats and bed (business class) was extremely comfortable. I have no complaints. The crew were very attentive and helpful. They spoke English and there were no misunderstanding although their English wasn’t perfect or fluent. You will never go hungry as there was ample food and drinks but their food for mediocre. The entertainment was limited to older movies and the wifi didn’t allow you to access some Social media. Apart from the above, it was a very pleasant flight. Would highly recommend them.

Cheapest option from Gatwick £400 cheaper than Emirates and Qatar. Entertainment no where near as good as Emirates and Qatar, but saved £400 so all good.

Gatwick London-Shanghai -Bangkok.. Would have liked entertainment screens, but I know these planes are not that new. Cheap flights at the time of booking, Emirates wanted double so you get what you paid for. I would fly again with them, but if Emirates was the same price I would go with them.

How do you run out of beer after one hour of a twelve hour flight?!

Flight was fine, however we were not able to check in online, this adds to travel stress. Luckily check-in at Heathrow was quick, but we did not get the seats we paid extra for. We paid for a window and 2 aisle seats from Shanghai to Tokyo leg, but they changed us to middle seats. Not good :(

Couldn’t fly since they wouldn’t issue a boarding ticket. Something to do with not taking the departing flight since it was cancelled due to weather. No notice or anything about the trip being invalid. The app made it seem like I was all good for it. Never trusting travel agency

I will never fly through China again. Maybe it was the mandatory retinal scan just to transfer to another flight or the complete set of fingerprints they require. There are many better and inexpensive flights to Asia if you look.

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Huis Ten Bosch, The Dutch Theme Park in Japan Cultural mismatch, a toilet ghost, One Piece, and real actual cheese!

July 21, 2015 • words written by Verity Lane • Art by Aya Francisco

Where do you think this is?

Look at these lovely windmills and beautiful flowers. There's only one place this can be.

Yes, you guessed it. It's Japan! (This is Tofugu after all.) Welcome to Huis Ten Bosch, the Dutch themed theme park. It's not in the Netherlands, but in Sasebo, Nagasaki.

I had heard about the Dutch theme park in Japan long before I moved to the country and made it a goal to visit. This was driven by three factors.

First that I have family in Holland and second my bizarre childhood obsession with windmills (I still want to be a windmill keeper when I grow up).

Finally, I thought it would be an interesting experience. I was not disappointed. Huis Ten Bosch was easily the weirdest place I have ever been to in Japan, and I've seen some pretty weird stuff in my time.

Huis Ten Bosch is a recreation of a Dutch town. A lot of care and attention clearly went into the architectural accuracy. Much less went into the attractions inside the buildings.

This is the hotel that's just outside the park. It makes a big impression as you walk from the train station towards the park entrance.

The park is divided into different zones . This is Thriller City. Each zone has different attractions, ranging from museums to mirror mazes to ghost houses. They aren't really rides as such and you won't find any roller coasters. You can also buy a ticket that doesn't get you access to these attractions, but does let you wander around the shops and restaurants in the park.

There is a haunted toilet. This is pure Japan right here. The horror here is the same you might find in any Japanese haunted house or horror movie .

Apart from the obvious horror aspect, it is also downright disconcerting to have Japanese horror tropes juxtaposed with cutesy Dutch canals and bridges.

The cultural influences are a bit confused. While Huis Ten Bosch is mostly Dutch themed, it also incorporates plenty of other cultures in both the attractions and the food.

I got the impression that most visitors think of this park as gaikoku 外国 （ がいこく ） (foreign country) themed, rather than expecting accuracy. The UK was well represented in the decor. There were also Italian and French restaurants. I was particularly disappointed by the food. I was looking forward to trying some Dutch delicacies, but all I could find were typical Japanese interpretations of western food, like hot dogs and sandwiches.

The one food that was sort of authentic was the castella. Castella is one of the earliest Japanese interpretations of a western food. It was brought to Japan by the Portuguese traders. It's very popular in Nagasaki, where both Dutch and Portuguese traders lived. And of course there is a castella shop in the theme park. The connection between the Dutch and Nagasaki is the reason behind this theme park. While the Dutch theme is by no means random, it makes a strange juxtaposition with the Dejima Museum in Nagasaki, which preserves the island that foreign traders were restricted to during the 17th Century.

When I saw this sign my heart leapt. One of the toughest things for me in Japan was finding good, strong cheese.

Inside the store there was a good selection of cheeses, mostly European style. Some were imported, and it showed in the price tag. I browsed, but didn't buy anything. Even my love of cheese was not enough to get over imported + theme park price markup.

The Netherlands is famous for its canals. Of course Huis Ten Bosch recreates those too. You can take a river cruise through the park.

You can rent a variety of bikes, including tandems to get that Dutch cycling experience. There are more than twice as many bikes in the Netherlands as cars, so at least this aspect of Huis Ten Bosch is true to life. Bike rental is not included in the cost of your admission.

Apart from food, you can find most of the things you would expect at a Dutch themed theme park. There are clogs. Big clogs, small clogs…

…and clogs for sale. You can even paint your own clogs.

I thought the most impressive thing was the recreation of the Huis Ten Bosch Palace, the place that gives the park its name. The original Huis Ten Bosch (House in the Woods) is a royal palace in the Hague, one of the three official residences of the Dutch Royal Family. From the outside, the Japanese reproduction is a brick for brick exact copy.

When you go inside however, things are a little different…

The interior of the palace is recreated too, though the decor certainly isn't. The Orange Hall of the original Huis Ten Bosch is covered with murals dating from the 17th Century depicting scenes intended to glorify the late Prince Frederick Henry.

The Japanese Huis Ten Bosch has murals too, of a very different kind. The hall is filled with bizarre imagery, much of if referencing colonisation around the world. It's a pretty intense space, combining 17th Century architecture and modern art.

When you go upstairs there is an exhibit on 17th Century Dutch life. The most impressive part is this 17th Century automated music machine . It uses punched rolls of paper to play the piano and four violins. There are several showings a day and unlike the rest of the exhibit, photography is allowed.

When you leave the palace, you find yourself in the gardens.

Huis Ten Bosch devotes much of its space to flower gardens. In May and June it holds a Festival of Roses, with 1,500 varieties and 1,110,000 roses. However, I was visiting in August, the height of summer. The flowers were not very happy in the Nagasaki heat. To me the flower gardens seemed rather strange and sad. Japan has many wonderful gardens. Those succeed because the planting works in harmony with the growing conditions. The gardens of Huis Ten Bosch are transplanted from an entirely different climate and it shows.

About a third of the park is free to enter. This includes the port area where you can see a recreation of the kind of ship Dutch traders used to sail to Japan. The park has been clawing its way back from its bankruptcy in 2003. It was taken over by the HIS group which made some major changes, such as making part of the park free to enter. The latest change is a new hotel that is staffed by robots . Huis Ten Bosch is only set to get stranger.

And anchored nearby is a recreation of the ship from One Piece . Can you see why I thought this place was so odd? Both ships make perfect sense by themselves, but put them next to each other and you begin to wonder if the boundaries between realities are blurring.

Overall Huis Ten Bosch was a very disconcerting place to visit. Although I am not Dutch, I am European and it was strange to see a mishmash of European culture being presented as entertainment, divorced from any context. It was like the World Showcase at Epcot gone wild. Huis Ten Bosch is designed for Japanese tourists. You won't find much English (or even Dutch) signage or assistance. I felt more like an outsider in Huis Ten Bosch than I ever had at any other tourist destination.

Once I got over my initial misgivings, I did enjoy myself though. I think it is good to take a look at how others view your culture sometimes. By looking at Japanese people looking at Dutch culture, I learned something about Japan, the Netherlands, and myself. The longer I was there, the more amusing I found it. I wouldn't recommend it as a place for people who are only visiting Japan for a short time. But if you have been in Japan for a while, it might be worth a trip, especially if you like windmills as much as I do. You can find a guide to the ticket prices here .

Huis Ten Bosch

• The Most unsettling and bizarre place I went to in Japan
• Very easy to reach using the dedicated Huis Ten Bosch train from Nagasaki
• More morbidly fascinating than fun
• The attractions weren’t great and if you like theme parks, you’d be better off at Disneyland
• If you are visiting Japan to see Japan, don’t bother with this place
• If you are living in Japan, it might be worth it if you want to see Europe from a Japanese perspective or you have a thing for windmills

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Feeling ready to take a flight from Amsterdam to Tokyo to discover this city where ancient traditions harmonize with cutting-edge modernity? Explore the answers to frequently asked questions below, equipping you with insights to prepare you for your journey from Amsterdam to Tokyo.

How long is the flight from Amsterdam to Tokyo?

The flight from Amsterdam Schiphol Airport (AMS) to Tokyo Narita Airport (NRT) takes about 13 hours and 15 minutes, however, it may vary depending on weather conditions and chosen flight.

When is the best time to visit Tokyo?

The best time to visit Tokyo is during the spring and autumn months. Autumn months bring beautiful colour changes in the foliage and spring welcomes the vibrant hues of blossoming cherry blossom trees. These periods offer picturesque beauty and comfortable temperatures. However, the ideal time to visit may vary based on your preferred activities and interests.

Where is Tokyo located?

Tokyo is located on the largest island of Japan, Honshu, at the head of Tokyo Bay. Tokyo is the capital city and the most populous city of Japan, with a population of over 13 million people.

What time is it in Tokyo?

The local time in Tokyo is GMT+9 (Japan Standard Time). Thus, Tokyo is 7 hours ahead of the Netherlands in the summertime and 8 hours ahead in the wintertime. Tokyo does not observe daylight saving time.

What to do in Tokyo?

Aside from the fascinating  Sensō-ji -temple, you might also want to visit Tokyo's traditional Asakusa district, immersing yourself in its rich cultural heritage.  Furthermore, be sure not to miss the famous Shibuya crossing as well as the trendy Harajuku district to experience the energy of the city. 

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20 things to know before visiting Amsterdam in 2024

Mar 16, 2024 • 6 min read

Make sure you read this before you land in Amsterdam. Getty Images

From cannabis-clouded coffee shops  to lovely parks and cycling lanes aplenty, Amsterdam is a European city with a delightful, vibrant vibe that’s entirely its own. While it certainly makes for amazing travel escapades, there are some useful things to understand about this city and the local culture. 

So, what do you need to know before visiting Amsterdam for the first time? Here are our top tips for newcomers.

1. Amsterdam is not a 24/7 city

Amsterdam establishments keep very regular hours. Opening hours in shops are generally from about 10am to 6pm, and 8pm for supermarkets. Many shops and grocers do not open on Sundays (with the exception of busy tourist areas like Nieuwendijk and Kalverstraat ). Coffeeshops tend to open in the morning and close around midnight, while bars and clubs go much later until 3 or 4am.

2. Pre-purchase tickets where possible

At museums and galleries , it’s best to plan for long queues – especially during the high season from June to August . Ticketed time slots (most can be downloaded to your phone) are available at popular sights like the Anne Frank Huis and Van Gogh Museum and should be booked at least six weeks in advance.

3. Book accommodation and restaurants in advance

Similarly, lodging should be secured at least four months before your trip, especially if you’re visiting during the summer or on the weekend. Seats at your must-visit restaurants are best squared away at least two weeks in advance.

4. Budget for a (higher) tourist tax 

In 2024, Amsterdam's tourist tax – which is added to the cost of accommodation per night – has risen from 7% to 12.5%, making it now the most expensive in Europe. The tax is charged at a percentage of your accommodation cost, and is payable on arrival. For example, a four-person room booking for three nights by Vondelpark is costing a group of friends €818.88 between them, with an additional €91.88 to be paid on arrival. Plan ahead and factor the tax into your budget, as it's easy to forget about it once you've booked transport and accommodation ahead of it. 

5. Lock your bike… twice

Cycling is one of the most popular ways to get around Amsterdam . Most rental bikes come with two locks – it’s best to use them both! Bike thieves in Amsterdam can be very capable. Use one lock for the front wheel (attached to the bike frame) and the other for the back, preferably attached to a post, bike rack or some other structure mounted to the ground.

Also, pay attention to signage regarding bike parking. Bicycle racks near tram and train stations and in certain public squares are usually best, or you may risk it being removed by the police.

6. Pack layers of clothing

Practical clothing will get you far in Amsterdam. It’s a city where people dress hip but casual (jeans and nice sneakers or boots, for example) and mix-and-match layers since the year-round weather is unpredictable. A light trench coat or windbreaker jacket is essential for all seasons besides winter, when a proper coat and warm gear are needed.

7. Buy an OV-chipkaart for travel around the city

The OV-chipkaart is highly recommended for public transport since it’s more convenient than single tickets and is easily reloadable at machines or online. It's available for purchase from ticketing machines and supermarkets. Note: you need to touch on and touch off, including when you're getting off trams. Otherwise, you'll pay a hefty fee. 

8. Carry a mix of cash and cards

In Amsterdam, there is a growing movement of cafes and restaurants going cashless – while some of the more traditional, older haunts like bruin cafés (brown cafes) may not take cards at all. It's best to carry a mix of cash and cards.

9. Be respectful on the streets

Dutch locals are tired of Amsterdam’s reputation as a destination for bachelor parties and bad behavior, therefore authorities have taken steps to curtail the effects of rowdy visitors. To avoid disapproving looks and humiliating conversations, acting sensibly on downtown streets is a must.

Smoking marijuana and drinking in public is illegal and considered poor etiquette by Amsterdam natives. Similarly, taking photos of sex workers in the Red Light District is strictly prohibited.

10. Haggling at flea markets is okay

When shopping at Amsterdam’s famous rommelmarkt (flea markets) like IJ Hallen , the first price given by the seller is usually not a firm price but a starting point. This rule applies to secondhand items not artisan-made goods. Use your judgment and always be respectful.

11. Mind the Dutch mentality

The Dutch are known for being extremely direct. If a local shares a blunt, unvarnished opinion with you, it comes from a place of honesty rather than rudeness. In Dutch culture, it’s gracious to speak your mind and keep it short – don’t be surprised to find "no" is a complete sentence!

Despite the brutally honest Dutch mentality, there are certain talking points that are considered too close to comfort and should be avoided – for example, asking very personal questions about income.

12. Do I need to tip?

Tipping is not expected in Amsterdam where hospitality workers receive a fair wage for their professions, and are not dependent on the tip jar contributions as might be the case elsewhere. Of course a tip (around 10% is normal) for excellent service is not going to be considered odd. Feel free to tip in bars, cafes, restaurants and accommodation if the service warrants it. If you take a free walking tour, presenting your guide with a decent tip at the end is normal.

13. Make friends by wearing orange

At sporting events in recent years, the Dutch are known for the oranjekoorts (orange fever) or oranjegekte (orange craze).

If you want the Dutch to know you’re cheering for them, wear the royal family’s traditional color. The more outlandish and over-the-top – we’re talking wigs, feather boas and face paint – the better.

14. Can I transport tulip bulbs home?

Tulip bulbs purchased at Amsterdam’s Bloemenmarkt can be shipped back to countries such as the United States, but an official certificate is needed for customs. Look for the sticker that says, “To the Plant Protection Service of the United States and Canada.” The additional certificate must be dated within six weeks of travel (otherwise, it’s best to have the seller ship them).

15. Can I bring cheese back home from the Netherlands?

Most varieties of Dutch cheeses will make it through customs, although typically unpasteurized and raw cheeses may not. Cheese should also be vacuum-bagged (for the sake of your fellow travelers as well as for healthy and safety). 

16. Mind the cyclists – and the cycling lanes

Cyclists in Amsterdam mean serious business. Never walk in a cycling lane, or you'll risk the wrath of an angry local on wheels. Always take a good look both ways before crossing – bicycles are silent, but an accident can be very serious for cyclists and pedestrians. 

17. Don’t rent a car – rent a bike instead

Driving in Amsterdam is notoriously difficult, especially in the city center. Narrow cobblestone alleys and canals make maneuvering tough, plus parking is scarce and pricey (and it's usually not available, even at hotels).

Helmets are not legally mandated but strongly recommended. Most bike shops rent them for as little as €2.50 a day.

18. Be careful around canals

Almost none have barriers, and yes, tourist drownings have happened.

19. Watch out for pickpockets

Amsterdam’s compact downtown (chock-full of foot traffic and often folks who are under the influence) is the perfect recipe for thieves – especially in busy squares and typical visitor areas. Stay aware, and don't keep all your documents and valuables on you. 

20. What to do if you need medical care in Amsterdam?

Amsterdam has an abundance of English-speaking doctors and medical care services targeted towards travelers, such as Hoteldoc and Amsterdam Tourist Doctors . For urgent medical care, dial 112 for emergencies or +31 20 570 9500 directly for an ambulance.

This article was first published Dec 1, 2021 and updated Mar 16, 2024.

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