NETHERLANDS: practical information

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Currency: the euro.
Area code: +31.
Time difference: none.

AMSTERDAM

How to get there

THALYS offers six daily services to Rotterdam (3h10), The Hague (3h30), Schipol and Amsterdam (4h10). During 2009, journey times should be significantly reduced thanks to work currently underway. On board, Comfort 1 services are being perfected: a choice of free newspapers, attentive staff, meals served at the seat and wi-fi Internet access soon on all trains.
Tel.: 0892 35 35 36
Internet: www.thalys.com

AIR FRANCE and KLM share the Paris-Amsterdam route, offering no fewer than 14 connections in each direction on weekdays, since this is the route that connects the two AF-KLM hubs.
Internet: www.airfrance.com
www.klm.com

Hotels

GRAND HOTEL AMRÂTH. Located in the former headquarters of a shipping company, an Art Nouveau building from the Amsterdam School built in 1916, this hotel, which is celebrating its first year of existence, is a real gem. Just a few minutes from Central Station, and right in the heart of the city, this new Worldhotels affiliate is not only a charming place with a splendid swimming pool, a restaurant with the allure of the Roaring Twenties, and astonishing authentic conference rooms with 4 metre high ceilings. Its 143 rooms are all equipped with a large desk, 40 television channels and free Wi-Fi. Unusually, even the minibar (with champagne in the suites) is free. What's more, for a supplement of just €20, you can get a room with
view of the canal.
Prins Hendrikkade, 108 - Tel: +31 20 552 00 00
Fax: +31 20 552 09 00
E-mail: info@amrathamsterdam.com
Internet: www.amrathamsterdam.com

INTERCONTINENTAL AMSTEL AMSTERDAM. One of the most luxurious in the city, this hotel dates back to 1867 and boasts a sumptuousness that may be a little old-fashioned, but is nonetheless delightful. For business travellers, the executive club level offers a studious atmosphere.
Professor Tulpplein, 1 - Phone : +31 20 622 60 60 - Fax :
+31 20 622 58 08 - Internet: www.ichotelsgroup.com

HILTON AMSTERDAM. Not far from the museum district, halfway between the old town and the business district, the Hilton Amsterdam boasts 21 meeting rooms and an executive lounge. As with any self-respecting business hotel, wireless internet is available in all rooms.
Apollolaan, 138 - Tel: +31 20 710 60 00
Fax: +31 20 710 60 80
Internet: www.amsterdam.hilton.com

HOTEL DE L'EUROPE. Lobby dotted with paintings by Dutch masters, stucco ceilings and antique furniture for this traditional hotel whose windows open onto the Amstel. The hotel has several conference rooms and Wi-Fi is available in each of its 100 rooms.
Nieuwe Doelenstraat, 2-8 - Tel.: +31 20 531 17 77
Fax: +31 20 531 17 78 - E-mail: hotel@leurope.nl
Internet: www.leurope.nl

Budget-hotels

EDEN HOTEL AMSTERDAM > Amstel, 144
Tel: +31 20 530 78 78 - Fax: +31 20 623 32 67
E-mail: info.eden@edenhotelgroup.com
Internet: www.edenhotelgroup.com

HOTEL IBIS AMSTERDAM CENTRE
Stationsplein, 49 - Tel: +31 20 638 99 99
Fax: +31 20 620 01 56 - Internet: www.ibishotel.com/
gb/hotel-1556-ibis-amsterdam-centre/index.shtml

TULIP INN AMSTERDAM CITY WEST
Reimerswaalstraat, 5 - Tel: +31 20 410 80 00
Fax: +31 20 410 80 30
E-mail: info@tulipinnamsterdamwest.nl
Internet: www.tulipinnamsterdamwest.nlBudget-hôtels

EDEN HOTEL AMSTERDAM > Amstel, 144
Tel: +31 20 530 78 78 - Fax: +31 20 623 32 67
E-mail: info.eden@edenhotelgroup.com
Internet: www.edenhotelgroup.com

HOTEL IBIS AMSTERDAM CENTRE
Stationsplein, 49 - Tel: +31 20 638 99 99
Fax: +31 20 620 01 56 - Internet: www.ibishotel.com/
gb/hotel-1556-ibis-amsterdam-centre/index.shtml

TULIP INN AMSTERDAM CITY WEST
Reimerswaalstraat, 5 - Tel: +31 20 410 80 00
Fax: +31 20 410 80 30
E-mail: info@tulipinnamsterdamwest.nl
Internet: www.tulipinnamsterdamwest.nl

Restaurants

FLO AMSTERDAM. The Dutch are crazy about this large French-style brasserie, located not far from the brand new Hermitage Museum.
Amstelstraat, 9 - Tel: +31 20 890 47 57
Internet: www.floamsterdam.com

HAESJE CLAES RESTAURANT. Located opposite the former orphanage, which has been converted into the Musée historique de la
Haesje Claes is a typical Amsterdam restaurant with dark wood panelling. It serves mainly local fish and shellfish.
Spuistraat, 273-275 - Tel. +31 20 624 99 98
E-mail: info@haesjeclaes.nl
Internet: www.haesjeclaes.nl

LE GARAGE. This former garage transformed into a restaurant is now a popular spot for artists and entertainment personalities. A varied cuisine inspired by current trends. Book now
well in advance, as places are expensive.
Ruysdaelstraat, 5 - Tel: +31 20 679 71 76
Internet: www.restaurantlegarage.nl

BRASSERIE HARKEMA. A contemporary version of the Parisian brasserie, Harkema is the ideal place for a business lunch.
Nes, 67 - Tel: +31 20 428 22 22
E-mail: reserveren@brasserieharkema.nl
Internet: www.brasserieharkema.nl

CAFE RESTO DE JAREN. A beautiful terrace overlooking the canal for summer days.
Nieuwe Doelenstraat, 20-22 - Tel.: +31 20 625 57 71
Fax: +31 20 624 08 01
Internet: http://www.diningcity.nl/cafedejaren

ODÉON. Housed in a theatre in the heart of Amsterdam, the Odéon restaurant is a place where you can enjoy a delicious meal.
warm and intimate.
Singel, 460 - Tel: +31 20 521 85 55
Internet: www.odeontheater.nl

Conference centres

RAI AMSTERDAM. One of Europe's largest convention centres, the RAI is currently in the midst of a major expansion.
renovation. September 2009 will see the official opening of the Rai Lyceum, a 2,000 m2 extension that looks like a light, white flying saucer.
Europaplein - Tel: + 31 20 549 12 12
Fax: + 31 20 646 44 69 - E-mail: mail@rai.nl
or raimarketing@rai.nl - Internet: www.rai.nl

NOVOTEL AMSTERDAM. Just a stone's throw from the RAI and a few tram stops from the city centre, the Novotel Amsterdam is also announcing some renovations. At the end of 2009, this business hotel will proudly display its new façade, which will now house 611 rooms and six conference rooms.
Europaboulevard, 10 - Tel.: +31 20 541 11 23
Fax: +31 20 646 28 23 - Internet: www.novotel.com

LA HAYE

How to get there

By train
The Hague is on the Amsterdam-Rotterdam line. Approximately two trains an hour run to The Hague from the central station (about forty minutes). You can also take the Thalys to Hollands Spoor station.

By car
Allow around an hour to cover the 61 km between Amsterdam and The Hague.
From Amsterdam, take the A10 then the A4.

Hotels

CROWNE PLAZA THE HAGUE PROMENADE. Located close to the International Zone and the World Forum, this hotel is one of The Hague's leading business hotels.
Van Stolkweg, 1 - Tel: +31 70 352 51 61
Fax: +31 70 354 10 46
E-mail: info@crowneplazadenhaag.nl
Internet: www.apollohotelsresorts.com/hotels/13/
Crowne-Plaza-Den-Haag-Promenade/layout/1/9/0/
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Budget-hotels

IBIS DEN HAAG CENTRE. A very central hotel offering the standards we know.
Jan Hendrikstraat, 10 - Tel: +31 70 318 43 18
Fax: +31 70 318 43 19 - E-mail: H3701@
accor.com - Internet: www.accorhotels.com

NH DEN HAAG. This four-star hotel in The Hague offers low prices, starting at €75.
Prinses Margrietplantsoen, 100
Phone: +31 70 381 23 45 - Fax: +31 70 381 23 23
E-mail: nhdenhaag@nh-hotels.com
Internet: www.nh-hotels.com/nh/en/hotels/
the-netherlands/the-hague/nh-den-haag.html

Restaurants

MAXIME. In the antiques district, this Art Nouveau house, all grey and gold but with a contemporary sobriety, is an ideal place for a business dinner. Refined cuisine, fish specialities at very reasonable prices.
Denneweg, 10 B - Phone: +31 70 360 92 24
E-mail: info@restaurantmaxime.nl
Internet: www.restaurantmaxime.nl

CALLA'S. One of the best-kept secrets and, it is said, the best restaurant in town.
Laan van Roos en Doorn, 51 A - Tel.: +31 70 345 58 66
E-mail: info@restaurantcallas.nl
Internet: www.restaurantcallas.nl

KANDINSKY. The Steinberger Kurhaus hotel's gourmet restaurant overlooks the sea and offers a warm welcome.
cosy atmosphere, perfect for a business dinner.
Gevers Deynootplein, 30 - Tel.: +31 70 416 26 36
E-mail: info@kurhaus.nl
Internet: www.kurhaus.nl/restaurantsbar

SPRANKLING CHAMPAGNE BOUTIQUE. A "culinary workshop" located on the main avenue in the historic centre. Here you can organise private dinners and sample a remarkable collection of champagnes.
Lange Voorhout, 25 - Tel: +31 70 363 76 73
E-mail: info@sprankling.nl
Internet: www.sprankling.nl

Conference centres

WORLD FORUM CONVENTION CENTER. Located in the heart of the International Zone, the World Forum hosts major world conferences, business summits and cultural events.
2161-seat auditorium.
Churchillplein, 10 - Tel: +31 70 306 63 66
E-mail: info@worldforumcc.com
Internet: www.worldforumcc.com

THE MAURITSHUIS. Famous setting for The Girl with the Pearl, the small but imposing Mauritshuis museum can be hired (at a high price!) for all kinds of corporate events.
Lange Vijverberg, 12
Tel: +31 70 302 34 56 - Fax: +31 70 365 38 19
E-mail: communicatie@mauritshuis.nl
Internet: www.mauritshuis.nl

THE LUCENT DANSTHEATER + DR ANTON PHILIPSZAAL. This building, designed by the famous architect Rem Koolhaas, has numerous meeting rooms.
Spuiplein, 150 - Tel: +31 70 880 03 49
- E-mail: marketing@dapz.ldt.nl - Internet: www.ldt.nl

THE ROYAL THEATRE. A magnificent eighteenth-century theatre with gilt and parquet floors, ideal for conferences and cocktail parties.
Korte Voorhout, 3 - Tel: +31 70 356 53 56
E-mail: info@ks.nl - Internet: www.ks.nl

Information

>>> OFFICE NÉERLANDAIS DU TOURISME ET DES CONGRÈS > 26, rue du Quatre-Septembre, 75002 Paris Tel: 01 43 12 34 20 - Fax: 01 43 12 34 21
- E-mail: contactfr@holland.com - Internet: www.holland.com/fr

>>> AMSTERDAM TOURISM & CONVENTION BOARD > De Ruyterkade, 5
Phone: +31 20 551 25 12 - Fax: +31 20 551 25 75
- E-mail: info@atcb.nl - Internet: www.atcb.nl
- See also: www.amsterdamtourist.nl and www.amsterdamcongress.nl

>>> OFFICIAL WEBSITE OF THE CITY OF AMSTERDAM > Internet: www.iamsterdam.com

>>> THE HAGUE TOURISM AND CONFERENCE OFFICE > Tel: +31 70 361 88 02
Fax: +31 70 361 54 59 - E-mail: conventionbureau@denhaag.com
Internet: www2.holland.com/denhaag/gb/generalinformation/vvv/index.jsp

>>> ECONOMIC MISSION > Koninginnegracht, 2514 - The Hague - Tel: +31 70 356 66 35
Fax: +31 70 346 67 95 - E-mail: lahaye@dree.org - Internet: www.dree.org/pays-bas

>>> FRENCH CHAMBER OF COMMERCE AND INDUSTRY IN THE NETHERLANDS
Wibautstraat, 129 - Amsterdam - Phone: +31 20 562 82 00 - Fax: +31 20 562 82 22 - E-mail: cfci@cfci.nl
Internet: www.cfci.nl