subject: Weekend Breaks [print this page] There is a concept behind the word "Amsterdam". Basically, the concept is that there is a dam inside the city whose name is "Amstel" and also there is a dam on the river so combining these two words the name of the city popped out as "Amsterdam". During the 12th Century Amsterdam became one of the leading and important ports for trading purposes. During that time the city was well known for the trade of diamonds.It is a city where the parochial and international behaviors meet, and it is where you will feel a welcoming attitude towards visitors. This kind of behavior we known about Amsterdam was said to be shaped by the liberal counterculture it embraces since the last four decades.
In Amsterdam there are lots of places to Enjoy Weekend breaks. You can experience the impressive architectural work, picturesque canal that cut across the city and great variety of shopping. The churches, museums, zoos, botanical garden, wind mills and beach and the oldest building Oude Kerkn, Dam square, The Royal palace Begijnhof are the distinctive places to visit.
Amsterdam offers various places to stay. If you are a budget traveler then you will be advised for cheap hotels booking. To name a cheap hotel in Amsterdam is De Gerstekorrel. This is at the walking distance of the city's center. Kooyk hotel, Hotel The Crown Amsterdam, Hotel Princess etc. are also some of the budget hotels in Amsterdam.
Amsterdam cheap hotel rooms have facilities like bedroom, separate bath room, 24 hours front desk service, breakfast and refreshment in free of charge, T.V. and phone connections in the room are prime available in almost all motels of Amsterdam.
Getting to and moving around Amsterdam is easy with modern transportations. With such variety of transportation modes, you will be able to find suitable and low cost traveling deals. All these information can be found in the internet. Plane your Amsterdam travel today.
