Amsterdam is referred to as one of the most colorful and vibrant cities in the world and rightly so! Where else do you find so many places of interest, mansions and palaces, famous museums, cozy pubs and discotheques, shopping avenues and fun shops and flower markets all at one place? The place is teeming with visitors and tourists from all parts of the world during most part of the year and is a great place to visit to have a dream holiday in a relaxed manner.

How to reach
Amsterdam, the capital city of Netherlands is inhabited by less than 1 million people of different nationalities. Amsterdam Airport- Schiphol is still regarded as one of the best airports in Europe in terms of travelers’ facilities. KLM Royal Dutch Airlines is the official airlines of the Netherlands and connects to most of the important destinations of Europe, Asia and America.

Local Transport
Schiphol is situated very centrally in the Netherlands and is not far from Amsterdam. Trains and buses are available for your place of stay. Private taxis are also available at reasonable rates. Amsterdam is also a city of trams and you can enjoy a ride and have a great time.

Accommodation
Amsterdam is a tourists’ delight for number of choices they can have. From lavish hotels and resorts to youth hostels and modest apartments, everything is available in the city at all rates. It is advisable to do an advance booking especially for first few days as the city is swarmed with business and leisure travelers

Places of Interest
Amsterdam’s historical charm is just one face of this dynamic modern city. The splendor of its waterside buildings blends with a sophisticated business environment, to create one of Europe’s most popular destinations. Beautiful dolls’ houses, the finest Delftware, a wealth of silver, icons of Dutch history and of course the paintings by the great masters of the 17th century, Frans Hals, Jan Steen, Vermeer and Rembrandt all add to the splendor of this city. The place has everything a tourist can ask for in his holiday. From castles and manor houses to museums and art galleries housing priceless collection and artifacts of history to zoos, amusement parks, marinas and light houses, pristine beaches and beauty parlor spas, Amsterdam has plenty of options to spend some quality time. Van Gogh Museum, Rembrandt House Museum, Amsterdam Historisch Museum, Jewish Historical Museum, Rijksmuseum are important tourists attractions. Queen Beatrix’s Palace and Artis Zoo which is the oldest zoo in Netherlands are also frequently visited by tourists and visitors. Wax statues at Madame Tussaud’s are a great treat to watch. Amsterdam is also the diamond hub of Netherlands and diamond factories in Amsterdam are a great learning experience to have a first hand experience as to how raw diamonds are given shape and polished to make them world class.

Shopping
A complete shopping experience awaits you right at the airport itself in the See Buy Fly shopping centre at tax-free prices. Fashion and jewellery by top designers, cosmetics, perfume, as well a various Dutch products such as bulbs and delftware are available in various stores and plazas across the city.

Nightlife
With plenty of discotheques, pubs, cafes and night clubs in the city, night owls can have the best of times. At any days more than 40 live concerts, orchestras and performances are going on in city theatres and music galleries and art connoisseurs will never be disappointed in the city.

Few places in the world an compare to Italy, most won’t even make an attempt.The place is a splendid mix of history, art, architecture, mouth watering gourmet experience, sports, fashion and natural beauty at its peak. It is the land of Ceaser, Michelangelo, Galileo, Fellini, Garibaldi and Versace. Italy has been wooing foreign tourists with its rich cultural heritage, aesthetic beauty and diverse offerings catering to the tourists of all tastes and expectations.

How to Reach
Having a great coastline, Italy can be visited by air as well as by boat, a private yacht or large cruise-liners. Rome is the major air destination and Eurofly, the leading leisure airline of the country has direct flights from most of the places. The local transport is simple and affordable with fleet of taxis and public transport supporting the system.

When to Go
Italy sightseeing is an all season affair with great climate blessing the place round the year. During summers, the endless miles of beaches from Sardinia to Portofino become international play grounds and tourists throng the place. Autumn is the harvest time and the aroma of wines, grapes and olives is mind blowing. Spring season is the most preferred of all and natural beauty of the place is at its very best specially at the country side in Tuscany and Umbria.

What to see
One of the greatest wonders of the world- the leaning tower of Pisa is a rich reminder of the country’s rich cultural heritage. The ancient Rome with its great cathedrals and churches (the Forum and Colosseum), the Vatican (St. Peter’s Cathedral and the Vatican Museums) are a tourist’s delight and are thronged by visitors all round the year. Italy is filled with extraordinary museums, monuments and works of arts all offering a great enchanting historical and cultural extravaganza for visitors. The festivals and feasts which keep the place abuzz with activity are also added to the indomitable spirit of Italy and showcase the culture and traditions from centuries. Tourists have great time by experiencing the visual treat offered by these great events.
Gourmet
Italy is a place to pamper yourself with some great food. Outdoor, indoor, traditional, nouvelle cuisine, chic, simple, Italy has all to satisfy the taste buds of connoisseurs. Some of the best pizzas are available in Italy and will leave you one of the most wonderful gourmet experiences of your lifetime.

Shopping
Italy is a shoppers delight. Some of the world’s best brands and very exclusive and chick boutiques and fashion houses have their wares displayed in Italy. The place offers some of the designers labels at a premium as well as street markets which offer the traditional wares at rock bottom prices.

Specialty of the place
Italy is the place to be in to enjoy the finer things in life, be it food, clothing, visual delight or the sheer ambience of the place. The treasure of the Italian art is a treat to be experienced and marveled. The sparkling designer brands, the fashion circle, the famous monuments, the great people and the wonderfully exciting and buzzing country life all add to the charm of the place and make Italy as one of the most frequently and loved tourist destination of the world