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Amsterdam experiences growth in number of hotel stays
The European Capital City Tourism Report has revealed that the number of nights spent in Amsterdam hotels rose by 3.5 per cent to 9.7 million nights in 2010. Read more... »Snow and ice in Amsterdam
The City of Amsterdam follows a strict gritting policy in winter in order to ensure safe travelling conditions for both motorists and cyclists. Read more... »Amsterdam awarded 'Most bicycle-friendly city' title
The inaugural Copenhagenize Index has officially recognised Amsterdam as the world’s most bicycle-friendly city. Read more... »‘Slow Riders’ scooter campaign tackles speeders
The new campaign ‘Slow Riders’ calls for scooter and moped riders (scooters collectively) to ride more calmly around the city, lowering the number of road safety infractions and avoiding fines and penalties. Read more... »New city park in Amsterdam
In August, work will begin on a new city park in Amsterdam as part of the creation of a new residential district called the Amstelkwartier (Amstel Quarter). Read more... »City of Amsterdam public holiday opening hours
The City of Amsterdam offices (including Civil Affairs) are closed on all major public holidays including Good Friday, Easter Monday and Liberation Day (5 May). Read more... »Subsidy for green roofs and walls
The City of Amsterdam has introduced a subsidy programme to encourage residents of the city to create green roofs and walls on their properties. Read more... »Anti-discrimination campaign in Amsterdam
The launch of a new anti-discrimination campaign by the City of Amsterdam took place on 11 January 2011 on the Rembrandtplein. Read more... »Amsterdam awarded 8.2 out of 10 for hospitality
In a recent survey conducted by Amsterdam Welcome. visitors gave the city an impressive 8.2 out of 10 for hospitality. Read more... »Amsterdam Bijlmer disaster memorial service, 4 October
On 4 October 1992, a cargo plane crashed into the Groeneveen and Kruitberg flats in the Bijlmer, Amsterdam. This disaster is commemorated annually on 4 October. Read more... »
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