Amsterdam
- ★★★★
- Europe
A train station that makes flying seem far less convenient
Planes have revolutionised modern travel, but this experience is so efficient and stress-free that it almost makes flying seem archaic.
- Jenny Hewett
- Opinion
- Europe
After 15 years in this European city, I can say it’s the world’s best
I agreed with the view Amsterdam is too expensive, too crowded, and has too many tourists. Then I broke my leg and my whole perspective changed.
- Ben Coates
‘Adult language, adult substances’: A canal cruise unlike any other
Unconventional elements of Amsterdam’s history are divulged on an irreverent canal cruise.
- Tim Richards
The new ships cruising Europe’s rivers
Europe’s waterways are brimming with fresh new ships to lure lovers of the river cruise.
- Brian Johnston
Port Guide: Amsterdam
Amsterdam is both an ocean and river port. You can’t call the arrival beautiful, since the Netherlands is flat, but it is entertaining.
- Brian Johnston
- ★★★★½
- Train journeys
Eurostar’s spacious premium economy sure beats flying with kids
Efficient, eco-conscious and somewhat scenic, the Eurostar trip from London to Amsterdam is an excellent option for families.
- Tatyana Leonov
Amsterdam’s iconic art museum is like no other in Europe
From blockbuster paintings to cabinet curios and even a bike tunnel, the Rijksmuseum is like no other art museum in Europe.
- Shaney Hudson
- ★★★★
- Train journeys
Eurostar’s version of premium economy is almost as good as business
Standard Premier offers the same seat and most of the trappings of Business Premier at a lower price.
- Sheriden Rhodes
The Heineken beer family owns a historic hotel. It can never be sold
The billionaire brewers filled the hotel, built in 1896 on the site of Amsterdam’s first inn, with their priceless Dutch art collection.
- Sheriden Rhodes
Crowds are flocking to see this incredible, 300-year-old dollhouse
A fancy cabinet of tiny and incredibly detailed surprises has star billing at Amsterdam’s famous museum.
- Sue Wallace