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Visiting Rotterdam, The Netherlands


Holland's most modern city began as a fishing village in the 13th century. It was developing into an industrial and trading power when German bombers destroyed the city center and harbor in 1940. However, Rotterdam's unique architecture now brings many visitors to bike around this urbane, cosmopolitan city. Old Dutch-style houses can still be found in historic Delfshaven, from where the pilgrims set sail in 1620. Cultural offerings from summer's carnival to classical music give Amsterdam... more » Holland's most modern city began as a fishing village in the 13th century. It was developing into an industrial and trading power when German bombers destroyed the city center and harbor in 1940. However, Rotterdam's unique architecture now brings many visitors to bike around this urbane, cosmopolitan city. Old Dutch-style houses can still be found in historic Delfshaven, from where the pilgrims set sail in 1620. Cultural offerings from summer's carnival to classical music give Amsterdam competition. « less
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Golden Tulip Rotterdam-Centre

Dec 25, 2009

Everything is great, exxept the wellness corner which design isn't very welcoming/relaxing. more

Hilton Rotterdam

4 of 5 stars
Netherlands
Dec 25, 2009

When I checked in, one of the reception clerks already was telling to another reception clerk that people were complaining about the airconditioning in their room. In my room on the 8th floor it was...more

Domina Hotel & Conference Rotterdam

Dec 18, 2009

It is a new hotel, with good rooms, however nothing special. Staff in general is nice, but some strange things happen. At 10.30Pm (even with the "do not disturb" at my door) someone knocked at the...more

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