Netherlands

From quirky converted townhouses to a former orphanage and a converted publishing house, these are the best hotels in Amsterdam

The best places to eat in Amsterdam – from brunch to plant-based dining

11 homes to rent for a city break in the Netherlands, from a houseboat to a Jordaan home

From quaint Nordic hubs to Canadian cities, these destinations promise a high quality of life.

The best ways to immerse yourself in Dutch life, from museums and music to technicolour markets

From a Beverly Hills home to a 500-year-old thatched roof cottage, don’t be surprised if you find Snow White answering the door at one of these properties

Historic sights, exquisite European fare and indulgent hotel stays. You can have it all within a few hours in these destinations – without even heading to an airport

In the words of John Denver, "we’re leavin' on… anything but a jet plane"

Everything you need to know about Amsterdam's sister city from sustainable architecture to Michelin-star grub

A guide to the coolest shopping scene in Europe right now

Sundrenched canals, plant-filled greenhouses and creative cafés: Amsterdam-dweller and photographer Selena Taylor (aka @finduslost on Instagram), shares her favourite views

It’s summer in Amsterdam and locals spill out of the traditional brown cafés on to canal corners for halves of beer. Way above is Soho House, with a top-floor bar that wraps around four corners of a courtyard, bringing the combination of cocktails and views to a city without any sign of a rooftop scene

When it comes to making a cool, calm impression, other palettes pale into insignificance