Every five years, Amsterdam transforms into a city of sails, and this week it finally happened again. This time, however, it came after ten years, since the 2020 edition was canceled due to the pandemic. On the first day of SAIL Amsterdam 2025, I joined thousands of people along the waterfront to witness the Sail-In […]| Amsterdamian – Amsterdam Blog
Discover Mesmerica at Amsterdam’s ARTIS Planetarium on 29 August 2025. This immersive 360° show by James Hood combines stunning 3D visuals and ambient music for a unique, relaxing experience.| Amsterdamian - Amsterdam Blog
The best things to do in Amsterdam in summer: from picnics in the park to summer festivals, there's a lot to do in Amsterdam in the warm season.| Amsterdamian - Amsterdam Blog
If you love plants and gardening, and you live in Amsterdam, then you are in the right place! This city is welcoming you with all its little gardens, flower markets, flower shops and urban gardening projects. One of the first things anyone will notice when visiting Amsterdam is how much Dutch people love their flowers. […]| Amsterdamian – Amsterdam Blog
What is Keti Koti? Keti Koti, meaning “the chains are broken” in Sranantongo (a creole language spoken in Suriname), is a day of remembrance and celebration marking the abolition of slavery in Suriname and the Dutch Caribbean in 1863. Also known as Emancipation Day, Dag der Vrijheden (Day of Freedoms) Keti Koti is observed each […]| Amsterdamian – Amsterdam Blog
If you’ve ever visited the Royal Palace in Amsterdam and admired the sculptures that decorate it inside and out, then you’ve already encountered the work of Artus Quellinus, the 17th-century sculptor behind the remarkable project of decorating what was, at the time, Amsterdam’s town hall. To mark Amsterdam’s 750th anniversary, the Royal Palace, in collaboration […]| Amsterdamian – Amsterdam Blog
Tips for capturing stunning photos in Amsterdam, from the best spots to the right timing, and learn what to do if your phone breaks.| Amsterdamian - Amsterdam Blog
You’ve just landed the job in the city you’ve dreamed about moving to for so long. Or maybe you’ve got a temporary contract and are excited to spend a few months in the city of canals, freedom, and gingerbread houses! Amsterdam will soon be your home -- finally! Congratulations! But speaking o...| Amsterdamian - Amsterdam Blog
Discover the rich history and vibrant celebrations of Amsterdam’s 750th anniversary, highlighting key events, milestones, and the city's enduring legacy.| Amsterdamian - Amsterdam Blog
In celebration of Amsterdam's 750th anniversary in 2025, the Amsterdam Museum presents Women of Amsterdam: An Ode. Learn about the exhibition and take a virtual tour with me.| Amsterdamian - Amsterdam Blog
May is here, with the promise of sunny days and so many exciting events! This month, Amsterdam has so many cool things on offer that I already have FOMO! We will start the month with the observing of Remembrance Day on 4 May and then continue with many Liberation Day concerts on the 5th, culminating...| Amsterdamian - Amsterdam Blog
Hello and nice to see you in 2024!One of my plans for the year ahead is to experience more culture, attend more events and see more beautiful/inspiring things.| Amsterdamian - Amsterdam Blog