Amsterdam Food

Three courses, one city: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner in Amsterdam

Food & Drink

The sheer amount of pedalling tourists partake in when visiting Amsterdam, whether it be on a bicycle or a canal boat, means most visitors build up quite the appetite in the Dutch capital. And, if you’re taking it easy, there’s an amazing food scene here that’s worthy of a snoop around for even the most high-end foodie. No matter what you want to eat, whether it be as Dutch as tulips or an international affair, you’ll find excellent establishments throughout the city that cater to your desires. The large number of restaurants, cafes and eateries can be daunting, but we’ve rounded up some of the best.

Vegan in Amsterdam

Eating Vegan in Amsterdam

Food & Drink

Going green in the Dutch capital is a longstanding tradition among visitors, but the recent proliferation of vegan restaurants in Amsterdam takes it to a whole new level. Like much of the Western world, plant-based eating has been enjoying a boom in the city in recent years, and the food scene has adapted on an impressive scale. Vegan Amsterdam no longer refers to specialist health shops or boring rice and beans; there’s a whole world of cruelty free delights at your fingertips. Here are some of the best vegan restaurants in Amsterdam.

Tattooing

Inked in Amsterdam’s best tattoo shops

Guides & Tips

Amsterdam is renowned for its tattoo culture, with world famous artists drawn to the Dutch capital because of the great inking scene. If you’ve always wanted some artwork done, or just want to memorialise your trip to the Venice of the North, then there are plenty of options for you in the city. However, there are several unscrupulous studios and artists who are more than willing to take tourist money without offering the service you’d expect for something so personal and permanent. Which is why we’ve filled in the blanks to find the best tattoo shops in Amsterdam, so you’re left with something to be proud of rather than something to regret (please note, most of these parlours will not take walk in appointments, and the ones that do will likely be very busy).

Stags on tour: The ultimate stag do in Amsterdam

Guides & Tips

A long-time favourite destination for pre-wedding parties, Amsterdam’s blend of quirkiness, fun, and freedom makes it an ideal spot to let loose for one last time. There are plenty of Amsterdam stag ideas, ranging from the commonplace to the absurd, but no matter whether you’re looking for something a little risqué or activities you can bring your grandad along to, you’re sure to find it here. Stags, best men, and those just along for the ride: strap in and take note, because we’re here to tell you about the best stag do ideas in Amsterdam.

Amsterdam

Weird and wonderful Amsterdam

See & Do

Amsterdam is known for having quite a laissez faire attitude to, well, most things, and this openness towards the weird and wonderful extends to many of their tourist attractions. Of course, the city isn’t the only place in the world to have a Red-light district or other adult entertainment widely on offer, but there’s definitely a reason it’s seen as such a mecca for the freaky, interesting, and downright bizarre. If you’re keen for something a little different than cycling around parks and strolling down canals, then look no further: we’re here to show you some of the most unusual things to do in Amsterdam.

Rome Cityscape

Rome

Destination

Look, we understand a visit to Rome necessitates running the gauntlet of ancient sites and tourist hotspots. After all, visiting the Italian capital can be a once in a lifetime opportunity to take in the birthplace of Western culture and civilisation, but Rome is also a living, breathing city with enough attractions and hidden gems to rival anywhere. You can (and should) wander around the Colosseum and throw pennies into the Trevi fountain, but if you’re willing to look past the traditional and venture into the unknown, you’ll find something that speaks to you in a way nothing else has, whether that be a delectable meal, a stunning view, or even the virulent passion of a Lazio Roma game.

Balli Sunset

Bali

Destination

Stunning sunsets, active volcanoes, and beach parties galore: Bali isn’t a massive island, but it feels like you can do anything in the world here. Although it’s been a holiday hotspot for a couple of decades, the Indonesian island still has enough of the undiscovered for the more intrepid among its millions of visitors. But that’s not all, beach lovers have miles of coastline to lounge on, ranging from the white sands of Kuta to the black landscapes of Echo beach. And then there’s the opportunity to drive through jungles, rice fields, and mountain passes all in one car journey. Bali is as wonderous as it is fun, with enough potential for adventure for even the most ardent of thrill seekers.

Bali silent retreat

The top 6 wellness retreats in Bali

See & Do

Rest, relaxation, and recharging: a trip to the island of the Gods can be as good for your soul as it is for your tan. There are enough health, wellness, and meditation retreats in Bali to shake an incredibly chilled stick at, so it can be hard to know which ones offer a slice of heaven, and which ones don’t quite make the cut. Luckily, we’re here to sort the wheat from the chaff so you don’t have to stress about destressing.

Mount Batur

Hashtag Highlights: The Instagrammer’s Guide to Bali

Guides & Tips

Rainforests, beaches, and mountains: in three hours in Bali you can see all the above and then some. This diversity makes it the perfect place for any budding photographers to get in some snaps that will wow even the most ardent of feed scrollers. Cameras at the ready, because here’s your photographers guide to Bali for the ultimate shots for the gram. #Wishyouwerehere…

Barbados Coast

Barbados

Destination

It’s here that most travel guides would begin an in-depth (and overly wordy) review of the softest sand on various Barbados beaches. You’ll find no such granular analysis here. Yes, the beaches are eye-poppingly scenic, and the palms sway ever-so gently, but you’re here for so much more than that. Barbados holidays can see you scampering into sea caves, reflecting on the historic significance of plantations, plucking guavas fresh from the tree or straddling a steed to gallop through the waves. Trust us, the sand grade will be the least of your concerns. Oh, and for a relatively small fee you can even dress like a mermaid and pose for pictures. Which may clue you in to the fact that Bajan’s don’t take life too seriously – and it shows.