Tag: Attraction

This weekend we celebrate Pentecost, in Christianity this means the remembrance of the Holy Spirit. In Holland it also means we have the Monday off! Time to brainstorm about some fun things to do during Pentecost weekend. We put together five of our favorite activities for a long weekend in Holland! A cruise over the Maas in Maastricht -Yes, the weather forecast is positive and for a long weekend Maastricht is definitely a good destination. The old city in the deep south of the country has many beautiful squares and old churches. While you’re there, a river cruise over the Maas is very enjoyable and fun. You’ll have a wonderful view and the departure of the cruise is close to the center! Scheveningen & Panorama Mesdag - It is typical Dutch to hurry your way to the beach as soon as there is even the slightest bit of sunshine, so this weekend is no exception. And on your way to the beach of Scheveningen, next to the Hague, make sure to visit the Panorama Mesdag as well. This unique canvas is so big and well exhibited, that it is like you’re on the beach in the nineteenth century! With the Panorama Mesdag and your visit to the beach of Scheveningen, you will have the perfect combination of culture and outdoor activity. The gardens of the Rijksmuseum - The Keukenhof period of 2017 has just ended. It was a beautiful year and so many people have enjoyed the flowers. Now, some people missed Keukenhof this year. But this does not mean that the tulips are gone throughout the country! The gardeners of the Rijksmuseum have carefully planted the most beautiful flowers in the new garden, which is a real asset to the museum. After a long visit to the indoor museum it