Flight to Amsterdam

Amsterdam is the most populous city and the capital of Netherlands, although it is not the seat of government, the city's status as a capital is mandated by the Constitution of the Netherlands. Amsterdam is located in the province of North Holland to the west of the country, it has a population of?851,373 within the city,?1,351,587 in the urban area, and 2,410,960 in the metropolitan area. Amsterdam is considered an alpha world city by the Globalization and World Cities (GaWC) study group, it is the commercial capital of the Kingdom of Netherlands and one of the top financial centers in Europe, the city is also the cultural capital of Netherlands.Seven of the world's 500 largest companies including Phillips and ING, as well as several large Dutch institutions are based in the city. Amsterdam was ranked the second best city to live in by the Economist Intelligence Unit (EIU) in 2012, the Amsterdam seaport is the fifth largest in Europe and second in the Netherlands. Amsterdam houses lots of tourist attractions as well as important places of interest, some of which include;

• Van Gogh Museum
• Rijksmuseum
• Efteling
• Anne Frank House
• Oude Kerk Amsterdam
• Natura Artis Magistra
• Heineken Experience
• Madame Tussauds Amsterdam
• Stedelijk Museum Amsterdam

Amsterdam also plays host to a variety of events and festivals, some are;

• Marathon Amsterdam
• Amsterdam Dance Event
• Museum Night
• Funfair in Amsterdam
• International Documentary FilmFestival of Amsterdam
• Arrival of Saint Nicholas
• Christmas Market
• PAn Amsterdam

BEST TIME TO BOOK A FLIGHT TO AMSTERDAMNorthern Europe is known to be wet, grey and a bit chilly eight months out of the year and this includes Amsterdam, but?the winds keep the weather interesting and unpredictable. Advice: Always come prepared with layers and a light rain jacket.Peak Season:?From about mid-March to early May, marks the beginning of tourist season. April is an ideal time for?flowers, medium tourist traffic, and a high chance of good weather. Summer is peak tourist season in this Amsterdam. By the end of May, long lines are evident for top attractions, shuffling about in a congested downtown, and hotel prices skyrocket.Off-Peak Season:?Airfares are at their absolute lowest in November and February, because the weather is dismal and dreary. BEST TIME TO VISIT AMSTERDAMThe weather during the summer is a mixed bag. Short spurts of heavy rain mix with heat, humidity, and sunshine. Locals feel enjoy as many outdoor days as possible, meaning the city is alive, outside. The parks, beaches, canals, and cafes are brimming with relaxing Amsterdammers basking in the sun. It?s a great time for long bicycle rides along Holland?s green countryside, camping in the sand dunes, and the overall attitude in the Netherlands is very ?vay-cay?. Fall, from late September to late October is a great time to visit Amsterdam, as the days grow shorter, autumn leaves drift silently, streets become peaceful, and even the canals calm down. Prices, tourism, and temps drop, and it?s the best time to experience cozy cafes, free museums, and small, local happenings.It?s also the time of hearty local and seasonal cuisines like stamppot and pea soup.?Bok bier, a seasonal autumn ale that local brewers pride themselves in creating, also hits the spot. Nightlife and entertainment are generally still alive, pulling in the local and international city dwellers instead of the tourists.AMSTERDAM AIRPORTAmsterdam Airport Schiphol is the main international airport of both Holland and the entire country of the Netherlands, located 9 kilometers southwest of Amsterdam, in the municipality of Haarlemmermeer, province of North Holland. Amsterdam Schipol International Airport (IATA: AMS; ICAO: EHAM) was opened on September 16^th, 1916, the airport opened as a military base. Officially in 1949, the airport was declared as Holland?s primary airport.?In terms of passenger traffic, Amsterdam Schipol Airport is the third busiest Airport in Europe. The airport is built as a single-terminal concept: one large terminal split into three large departure halls.It serves as the hub for Dutch Airlines KLM and KLM Cityhopper. It also serves as a base for Delta Airlines, EasyJet, and Vueling.AIRLINES OPERATING FLIGHTS TO AMSTERDAM SCHIPOL AIRPORT

• Austrian Airlines
• Air France
• British Airways
• China Airlines
• Delta Airlines
• KLM
• Egyptair
• Iberia
• EVA Air
• Kenya Airways
• Qatar Airways

HOW LONG IS A FLIGHT TO AMSTERDAM

City??	?Distance to New York (km)?	? ? Average Flight Time
New York	? ?3641	7hours 25minutes
Paris	? ??514.51	?1hours 15minutes
Berlin	?577	?1hours 25minutes
London	??357	??1hour 15minutes
Lagos	??5080	? 6hours 55minutes
Johannesburg	?? 13.351.2	??11hours 10minutes

 GETTING FROM AMSTERDAM SCHIPOL AIRPORT TO AMSTERDAMHotel ShuttlesThe Schipol hotel shuttle service operates daily from 6:00 am to 9:00 pm. It operates every 30 minutes. The shuttle service links arrivals to the airport hotels.BusThe buses are found at Schipol Plaza in front of the arrivals and departures hall. Notable bus lines that depart to Amsterdam City Centre are Line 197 and Line 310.Car RentalCar rental companies in Amsterdam Schipol airport are?Avis, Budget, Enterprise, Europcar, Hertz, and Sixt.?The companies are in Schipol Plaza behind Arrivals 3.TaxiThe taxis are available every day of the week. They provide cheap, convenient and efficient door-to-door service. Travellers have the option of a private service or a shared taxi service.TrainThe train station is located below the airport. The train links to all major parts of Amsterdam. The trains also operate at night. Tickets for the train can be purchased near the platforms.GREAT PLACES TO VISIT IN AMSTERDAM

• Van Gogh Museum
• Rijksmuseum
• Efteling
• Anne Frank House
• Oude Kerk Amsterdam
• Natura Artis Magistra
• Heineken Experience
• Madame Tussauds Amsterdam
• Stedelijk Museum Amsterdam

COST OF LIVING IN AMSTERDAM

Items	Price (?)
3-course Meal for 2	74
Basic lunchtime	13
1 pack of Marlboro cigarettes	7
Coke/Pepsi	2.21
1 kg Apples	2.35
Taxi trip on a business day	20
Water	1.52
Bottle of wine	8
Imported beer	4.47
Laundry detergent	7
Bread for 2	1.18
1 pair of men?s leather shoes	160
Monthly ticket public transport	87
Toothpaste	2.28
Deodorant	3.53

 FLIGHT FROM LOCAL CITY TO AMSTERDAM

• Austrian Airlines
• Air France
• British Airways
• China Airlines
• Delta Airlines
• KLM
• Egyptair
• Iberia
• EVA Air
• Kenya Airways
• Qatar Airways

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