Frommer s Irreverent Guide to Amsterdam 5th Edition by George Mcdonald ISBN 0764542966 9780764542961

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ISBN 10: 0764542966 
ISBN 13: 9780764542961
Author: George Mcdonald 

Looking for a travel guide that goes where other guides fear to tread? One that rides roughshod over ad-copy puffery to smartly deliver the real scoop on a destination’s sites and attractions? One that dares to be honest, hip, and fun? Look no more. Frommer’s Irreverent Travel Guides are wickedly irreverent, unabashedly honest, and downright hilarious, and provide an insider’s perspective on which attractions are overrated tourist traps and which are the secret gems that locals love. You’ll get the lowdown on restaurants, lodging, and shopping, and even find out what the locals think of you. “Like being taken around by a savvy local,” said the New York Times. “Hipper and savvier than other guides,” concurred Diversion magazine. Never shy about confronting the issues, the Irreverents are guides to real travel in the real world.

The one-dimensional Amsterdam of tulips, wooden shoes, and 17th-century architecture is the stuff of many a standard guidebook, but with its booming economy, legalized prostitution, and tolerant attitude toward recreational drug use, the city is much more than that. For savvy travelers who want to fully experience the place as the locals live it, Frommer’s Irreverent Guide to Amsterdam is the way to go, offering the lowdown on this hip, cultivated city, where old and new sunnily coexist. You’ll discover the proper way to knock back genever (Dutch gin–the potent national spirit), why Amsterdam is considered the Gay Capital of Europe, plus the inside scoop on the red-light district, complete with advice and warnings.

Frommer s Irreverent Guide to Amsterdam 5th Table of contents:

• Section 1: Amsterdam – The Unvarnished Truth

  • The Best and Worst of Amsterdam: What’s overrated, what’s a hidden gem.
  • What’s Happening Right Now: Current trends, controversies, and local buzz.
  • You Know You’re in Amsterdam When… (Humorous observations on local culture.)
  • What Locals Think of You: A lighthearted look at tourist perceptions.
  • If You Only Have a Few Days: Suggested itineraries for short visits.

• Section 2: Living Large, or Not So Large: Hotels

  • The Best Hotels for Every Budget: From luxury to budget-friendly, with candid reviews.
  • Charming Canal Houses vs. Modern Comforts: Different types of accommodations.
  • Hotels to Avoid.
  • Neighborhood by Neighborhood Breakdown.

• Section 3: Food for Thought (and Your Stomach): Dining

  • Dutch Dining: Beyond the Stamppot: What to truly seek out.
  • International Flavors: Indonesian, Surinamese, and other cuisines.
  • Tourist Traps to Steer Clear Of.
  • Local Hangouts and Hidden Eateries.
  • Cafes, Pubs, and “Coffeeshops” (with appropriate disclaimers).

• Section 4: The Must-See, The Maybe-See, The Skip-It: Attractions

  • Beyond Anne Frank and Van Gogh: Exploring other museums and historical sites.
  • Canal Cruises: Worth It?
  • “Red Light” Districts and Other Adult Attractions: A realistic portrayal.
  • Hidden Hofjes and Secret Courtyards.
  • Markets, Parks, and People-Watching Spots.

• Section 5: Nightlife & Entertainment

  • Bars and Brown Cafes: Where the Locals Drink.
  • Live Music and Performance Venues.
  • Clubs and Dance Floors.
  • Cultural Experiences: Opera, Theater, Classical Music.

• Section 6: Shopping: From Clogs to Cutting-Edge

  • Unique Dutch Souvenirs (and what to avoid).
  • Fashion, Design, and Boutiques.
  • Antiques and Flea Markets.
  • Shopping Districts Breakdown.

• Section 7: Side Trips

  • Exploring Beyond the City: Day trips to Haarlem, Delft, The Hague, etc.
  • Windmills and Countryside.

• Section 8: Basic Survival: Practical Matters

  • Getting There and Getting Around: Flights, trains, trams, bikes.
  • Money Matters.
  • Health and Safety.
  • Communications (phones, internet).
  • Emergencies.
  • Packing Smart.

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