A Guide to the Anne Frank House in Amsterdam
One of the most unmissable attractions in Amsterdam is the Anne Frank House located on the Prinsengracht canal at house 263. Found right in the heart of the city, this museum is dedicated to the famous wartime diarist Anne Frank, a jewish girl who was hiding in Amsterdam from the nazi regime during World War Two. It was this exact 17th century canal house where she and her family hid. Sadly, Anne did not survive the war but her diary lives on forever. The world now knows her story and you can learn more about Anne Frank and walk into the very same space that she used as her hiding place, which is now one of Amsterdam’s most-visited sights. Just remember to pack some tissues as tears are guaranteed. Here’s our guide on everything you need to know before visiting the Anne Frank House…
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Best Mexican Restaurants in Amsterdam
Fully-loaded nachos, crunchy tacos, giant burrito rolls, cheesy quesadillas… Is there anything more satisfying than getting stuck into a messy Mexican meal? Amsterdam isn’t short of Mexican restaurants which will really hit the spot, even for those that’ve been across the pond for a taste of the real stuff. Not to worry if you’ve got a taco craving in Amsterdam, Mexican restaurants are all around the city ready to fill you up on spicy chicken and guacamole. Hungry yet? Read on for the best Mexican restaurants in Amsterdam…
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7 Best Thrift Shops and Vintage Stores in Amsterdam
Calling all sustainable shoppers! Looking for the best thrift shops in Amsterdam? We love buying second-hand here at the Flying Pig because it’s an environmentally friendly, it supports local businesses and you can always find a bargain on clothing that’s more unique or vintage. Amsterdam has a load of fantastic thrift shops but some are cut above the rest where you are guaranteed to end up spending longer than you wanted inside once you see the awesome second-hand stock selection. If you’re on a budget, love fashion and are always looking for a good deal, then these are our favourite thrift shops in the city…
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9 Reasons Why You’ll Never Get Bored of Amsterdam
Amsterdam is the kind of city you’ll never get bored of. With countless museums, free things to do, beautiful parks, cosy Dutch pubs and awesome nightlife, it’s the kind of place you can visit over and over again and each time you do, you’ll find a new favourite place. We’ve rounded up some of the best things about the compact city that keeps our Flying Pig customers returning. Whether you’re a party animal, a culture vulture, a keen cyclist or just a backpacker on a budget looking for a cheap city break, here are 9 reasons you’ll never get bored of Amsterdam…
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