Jewish Tour Guide Amsterdam
Jewish Tour Guide Amsterdam
Jewish Tour Guide Amsterdam
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12:00 AM - 11:59 PM
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12:00 AM - 11:59 PM
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12:00 AM - 11:59 PM
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12:00 AM - 11:59 PM
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12:00 AM - 11:59 PM
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12:00 AM - 11:59 PM
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12:00 AM - 11:59 PM
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12:00 AM - 11:59 PM
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YOU want to experience the history and the tradition of Jewish life in Amsterdam, dating back to the late 16th century? Let ME bring this history to life for you. Overtime is on my account, entrance fees for the Jewish Historical Museum/Portuguese Synagogue combined is on yours.
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eric k
New York City, NY2 contributions
Jan 2020
This was our third guided visit to Amsterdam but our first with Mia. She is knowledgeable and lovely and managed to connect with each member of our six person group. She is able to weave personal stories into her discussion of pre and post World War 2 in a way that only someone who was a young child in the late 1930's could. Mia's tour is first and foremost a jewish educational tour but pieces of her own story find their way into the discussion. The day of our tour was cold (low 30's) and raw and while we and our adult children shivered, Mia explained and shared without missing a beat. She has the energy of a much younger woman but the wisdom of her true age. We found her to be funny, quick witted and extremely smart. In short, a delight.
thank you Mia!
thank you Mia!
Written January 20, 2020
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Ron R
Scotch Plains, NJ5 contributions
Dec 2019 • Couples
Recently I had the “pleasure” of touring Jewish Amsterdam with Mia, a most special guide and equally special woman! Mia is a “child” of Amsterdam - born and raised there, she continues to reside there. But Mia is no child, as she is now into her ninth decade. Mia’s “story” is the story of a Dutch girl, a Jewish girl, who, against the odds, survived the “War”, survived the Hate, and survived the Holocaust.
Since touring with Mia, I’ve wanted to share a bit about her and my experience with her, but it’s been difficult for me to articulate my thoughts. It’s not often that one has the opportunity to be guided by someone, with such intimate, first-hand knowledge. Reading guide books and blogs can be informative, but nothing like being with Mia.
Like the city itself, like the city’s pre-war Jewish community of 60,000 souls, Mia is a dynamic force, bringing to “life”, what Jewish Amsterdam once had been. After the war ended, only 5,000 Jews returned to Amsterdam. Somehow, Mia was one of them.
Mia’s story is the material of books and films. She and her family were able to survive because of their strong will to live; but also on account of the nine different Christian families that hid them.
When it was time to say so long, Mia was off to the train to spend the weekend with one her war families.
Words can’t do justice to what it’s like to be guided by Mia, so when planning a trip to Amsterdam, make it a priority to be guided by her!
Since touring with Mia, I’ve wanted to share a bit about her and my experience with her, but it’s been difficult for me to articulate my thoughts. It’s not often that one has the opportunity to be guided by someone, with such intimate, first-hand knowledge. Reading guide books and blogs can be informative, but nothing like being with Mia.
Like the city itself, like the city’s pre-war Jewish community of 60,000 souls, Mia is a dynamic force, bringing to “life”, what Jewish Amsterdam once had been. After the war ended, only 5,000 Jews returned to Amsterdam. Somehow, Mia was one of them.
Mia’s story is the material of books and films. She and her family were able to survive because of their strong will to live; but also on account of the nine different Christian families that hid them.
When it was time to say so long, Mia was off to the train to spend the weekend with one her war families.
Words can’t do justice to what it’s like to be guided by Mia, so when planning a trip to Amsterdam, make it a priority to be guided by her!
Written February 15, 2020
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Kadie B
9 contributions
Feb 2020
We were given Mia's information by two of our friends who had traveled to Amsterdam in the last few year. We were excited to have an amazing once in a lifetime experience to hear the oral history from a WW2 survivor. Mia is so much more than just a survivor. She is a liver! Our morning with Mia was life changing for me, Kadie, and my husband, Ben. Mia is an incredible human and we are so glad that we had the time we did with her on our trip. She was able to give us the history and contextual framework to better understand the history of Jewish life, what happened during WW2 and what modern day Jewery looks like. Her ability to paint vivid pictures and invoke feelings with her words, gestures and spirit made this tour really special. We would recommend taking a tour with Mia to anyone visiting Amsterdam. The intimacy of the tour gave us the ability to connect with Mia which is something we will cherish forever. You will not be disappointed!
Written February 17, 2020
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Daniella H
Melbourne, Australia25 contributions
Jan 2020 • Couples
Mia’s Jewish Tour was the best tour we have ever done. Not only is she lovely, but her stories and her knowledge on the history of the Jews in Amsterdam (and wider Europe) was impeccable. We are so glad we did this tour and would recommend it to absolutely everyone - couples, individuals, families. Everyone. Thank you Mia for an unforgettable experience. We will never forget it.
Written January 20, 2020
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IMF5
Torotno2 contributions
Dec 2019
Our 3 hour walking tour with Mia was the highlight of the 4 days that my husband and I spent in Amsterdam. Our time together was filled with a vast amount of knowledge and emotion. As a survivor of the war, Mia has insight and personal experience that makes the tour unique and impactful. We are grateful to have met Mia and learn from her. We highly recommend booking her tour.
Written January 13, 2020
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SLDSanFrancisco_CA
Singapore, Singapore214 contributions
Apr 2022
My 15 year old daughter and I feel so incredibly blessed to have spent an afternoon with Mia. Mia is delightful, authentic and knowledgeable. In fact, we felt like we were with a celebrity - everyone in Amsterdam seems to know Mia!
Although we are not Jewish, we have a lot of friends who are and Mia made sure to give us more history than she would have normally I think. She was patient and kind with our questions, full of energy and enthusiasm for her city.
We also had the unexpected pleasure of popping into the Church of England and having a private tour by the pastor (who happened to step outside while we were passing by). This church is located in the area where they used to die garments, and used to house a very famous Rembrandt painting that now hangs in the Rijkmuseum.
This was a once in a lifetime experience with a very special woman and I can't recommend her highly enough. I thank her for trusting us with her story and history.
Although we are not Jewish, we have a lot of friends who are and Mia made sure to give us more history than she would have normally I think. She was patient and kind with our questions, full of energy and enthusiasm for her city.
We also had the unexpected pleasure of popping into the Church of England and having a private tour by the pastor (who happened to step outside while we were passing by). This church is located in the area where they used to die garments, and used to house a very famous Rembrandt painting that now hangs in the Rijkmuseum.
This was a once in a lifetime experience with a very special woman and I can't recommend her highly enough. I thank her for trusting us with her story and history.
Written May 8, 2022
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Ellen O
New York City, NY3 contributions
Apr 2015 • Friends
A tour of Amsterdam with Mia is an unforgettable experience. As a child of the Holocaust and lifelong resident of the Netherlands, she gives a memorable and engaging perspective on Dutch and Jewish life in the Netherlands from the time of the Spanish Inquisition through the horrors of WWII into the present day. She brings history to life. Regardless of your religion, you will benefit from Mia's tour.
Written September 7, 2015
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Jordan G
2 contributions
Dec 2015
My family and I toured the Jewish district of Amsterdam with Mia and it was an incredible experience. She is extremely knowledgeable and, more importantly, very personable. After only a few hours, it felt as though we had known each other for a long time. Being with Mia was by far the highlight of my trip to Amsterdam.
Written December 30, 2015
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Judy K
Boston, MA1 contribution
Sep 2015 • Couples
Mia's vast knowledge and deep understanding of the history of European Jews was by turns fascinating, frightening and intensely personal. As we walked through the synagogue, museum and former neighborhood, our own connection with our roots was strengthened and affirmed. She is the most passionate and well-prepared tour guide we've had. This was an amazing and most worthwhile learning experience. Mia is outstanding. A must for all Jewish Americans.
Written September 13, 2015
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mfk59
Rochester46 contributions
Sep 2014 • Solo
Mia met me on the front step of the B and B where I was staying and from the moment we introduced ourselves, we connected. She is warm and witty and wise and knows the city like the back of her hand; having lived there all her life. She could show me where her grandmother had her shop, more like that. We walked/strolled through central parts of the city, while she highlighted what WAS (during WW 2) and what is today. Memorials so evocative; plazas; places where the Jews were rounded up for deportation, and so much more. In such a beautiful city today, how hard it is to imagine what took place there........The Jewish museum and shul were very beautiful and I was so glad to have that visit "escorted" by Mia who knows so much about both.
I would highly recommend spending at least part of a day with Mia. She "walks the walk and talks the talk."
I would highly recommend spending at least part of a day with Mia. She "walks the walk and talks the talk."
Written August 31, 2015
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Timing: is this tour best before or after Ann Frank House?
Written February 5, 2022
Thank you for your review about Mia and the tour of Jewish Amsterdam. Do you know how I can reach Mia to schedule a tour? Do you have an email or website? I greatly appreciate the assistance.
Written October 3, 2019
Thank you for your review and Mia Corbey for a Jewish tour guide in Amsterdam. How do I reach her so that I can book her tour? I’d appreciate any email or website you have. Thank you.
Written October 3, 2019
Lori, Here is Mia's e-mail:
info@jewish-tour-guide-amsterdam.nl
Written October 4, 2019
how do i sign up and what is the cost what does it include how long is it thanls
Written June 4, 2018
You book directly with the tour guide. She is exceptional. A great experience.
Written September 25, 2018
how do you book her? i dont see any link or website?
Written April 21, 2018
We booked her through a recommendation from our hotel concierge, but Mia has her own website, and you can book her directly through it: jewish-tour-guide-amsterdam.nl
Written April 21, 2018
Do you have "skip the lines at Ann Frank House" as well as your tour
Written September 17, 2015
The Anne Frank House does not allow any guidance but they do an excellent job themselves so you can see it very well on your own.
You can get your tickets for the Anne Frank House in advance yourself through their website.
When the tickets are sold out, I advise you to check their site every day as sometimes they put extra tickets for sale.
Written September 18, 2015
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