Tourist taxes in hotels in 2026 (Amsterdam and the area)
In almost all municipalities in Netherlands, you have to pay tourist/ city tax if you stay there overnight. Taxes are used to improve the city and its facilities. The tourist…
January 2026
Volendam Marken express: tickets and timetable
A boat from Volendam to Marken will take you from harbour to harbour in 30 minutes. The Volendam Marken express departs every 45 minutes from Haven 39. Volendam Marken express…
How to travel from Schiphol airport to Paris?
Planning to take a train from Schiphol to Paris right after landing at Amsterdam airport? Here’s everything you need to know for a smooth journey: train schedules, ticket information, travel…
Is it allowed to smoke at Schiphol airport?
It’s not allowed to smoke inside Schiphol airport and in parking garages nearby. From 1 April 2020 Schiphol airport is completely non-smoking. This also applies to e-cigarettes.There is only one…
How to get from Amsterdam airport Schiphol to the city center?
Amsterdam airport Schiphol (AMS) is located 17 kilometers away from Amsterdam downtown. You can easily travel to the city center or your hotel by train, bus or taxi. From Schiphol…