Amsterdam is the capital of the Netherlands, and one of the most popular tourist destinations in all of Europe. The city is well-known for its past, the elaborate canal system and the architecture of their iconic, narrow houses. Amsterdam offers way more than just cheap thrills! You can wander the sidewalks (by foot, or more popularly, by bike) and explore the Old Centre, Red Light, Dam Square, Grachtengordel and Museum districts. Language: Dutch (Hello – Hallo) Currency: € Euro Weather: The Netherlands has a moderate climate with warm summers and relatively mild winters. Spring and summer bring longer and warmer days with light sometimes until 10:30pm and day time temperatures up to 30°c. Winter can be quite cold with icy winds from the North Pole, snow common in January and temperatures dropping to -5°c some days. Places to Visit:

• Rijksmuseum
• Anne Frank Huis
• Van Gogh Museum
• Vondelpark
• Museum het Rembrandthuis
• Hermitage Amsterdam
• De Hallen
• Verzetsmuseum
• Stedelijk Museum
• Royal Palace