Now I know what you’re thinking. “You went to more museums?? Hadn’t you exhausted all the museums in Amsterdam by now?” Well, no. There’s always more. But bear with me.
Two Synagogues, Both Alike in Dignity in Amsterdam’s Jewish Quarter
This is part 4 in Museum Hopping in Holland. Read Part 1 to find out how to save on museum entrance fees with the Museum Card. There is a joke in Jewish circles… A Jew has been stranded on a desert island for years. When rescuers eventually arrive they see the man has built two …
Contemplate the Fragility of Life for Free at Amsterdam’s Art Museums
This is part 3 in Museum Hopping in Holland. Read Part 1 to find out how to save on museum entrance fees with the Museum Card. I have to admit, that I’m actually not a fan of Van Gogh’s work, but when in Amsterdam and you have the opportunity to see the original works of …
Museum Hopping in Holland, Part 2: What are Amsterdam Canal Houses Hiding?
This is part 2 in Museum Hopping in Holland. Read Part 1 to find out how to save on museum entrance fees with the Museum Card. Dutch houses are famous for having large windows at street level, possibly to show that the family had nothing to hide. With your Museum Card, you’ll be able to …
Books Set in Holland
Books to read before visiting Holland *This post contains affiliate links, which means if you purchase a book through these links I’ll make a few cents at no extra cost to you! If you would like to support your nearest independent bookstore, or the collective of indie bookshops, consider purchasing your books from Bookshop. Thank …