Next to the famous Vondel park and the Leidseplein, the square where it all happens ...
In the middle of a shopping street around the corner of the Red Light District and the Central station... 
Located right next to one of Holland’s beautiful beaches. There’s nothing that can beat...
Think hundreds of colors, think the scent of thousands of flowers, think about the best decision you made this trip!
That’s your visit to the Keukenhof, according to CNN one of the world’s top destinations…
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About Us
The Flying Pig hostels are all you could wish for as a backpacker in Amsterdam; a bar to relax or party, chill-out indoor smoking area, a guest kitchen, good comfy beds and the real Amsterdam life right outside our door. But most importantly; staff and guests that just love being here!
Queensday celebrations start on the 29th of april with the Queensnight party, dommelsch pitchers on special (only 6 euro!) dresscode: orange… on monday april 30th there’s a free lunch, games and jenever special. on tuesday may 1st an afterparty with happy hour prices all night! hope to see you here!
the piggy crew
Sunday April 22nd: DJ Rootz Selecta will be spinning from 9 till 12 and alse: a double happy hour from 8 till 10!!! See you at the bar!
Handyman Ian! He worked with us for the last 7 (!!) years! Unfortunately he is leaving us, but after 7 years he deserves a booming party!! You don’t wanna miss this one!
Leaving party for staffmembers Miriam & Gijs so…party!! For staff and guests
Location: Downtown bar
DJ: Javier!
Specials: Happy Hour from 6, all night long AND free pool!!
The biggest Kitesurfing event in the Netherlands, the Kiteboard Open 2007!
It is all happening in Noordwijk near the Beachhostel, the kiteboard epicenter of Europe, at the 27th and 28th of May.
This event gives you a complete insight of all the surf scene offers. If you’ve never tried kite surfing, this is your chance, because there are FREE lessons! If you are experienced, try the latest material for free. Or just relax on the beach, to watch the competition (of course you can JOIN the comp if you want!) or the world’s top 5 riders giving you a demo!