If you prefer to stay at modern rooms in black-and-white, Novotel Suites Den Haag City can be your best option. Despite the absence of bright colors, the design of rooms is absolutely not boring. Rooms and public spaces feature stylish branded furniture, textiles of different texture, table lamps and standard lamps of unusual shapes, and many interesting accessories. The breakfast hall is decorated with creative …
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Haagsche Bloof trading center deserves special attention in the variety of malls and is distinguished by its nice traditional style. This shopping complex presents several dozens of clothing stores of various price categories, as well as perfume and jewelry stores. It is pleasant to visit the complex along with the whole family. It has inexpensive cafes and interesting entertainments for children. Gastronomic …
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If you’re dreaming of an elegant vacation in The Hague, consider staying at La Paulowna Boutique Hotel. This boutique hotel is located in a beautiful historic building with a tiled roof. In accordance with traditions of the past, the hotel has a beautiful wooden décor of public spaces. Guestrooms are mostly made in light shades and feature beautiful designer furniture. Many rooms still feature the original …
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6. Flower market is the best place to buy beautiful flowers at great prices. There are always many tourists here, so sellers have accustomed to foreigners and are always glad to answer all their questions.
7. Fans of beach holidays should not forget to go to Scheveningen district. Local beaches have excellent conditions for outdoor activities. Here you will find sports facilities, and equipment …
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A large amount of water means an opportunity not only to visit the beach or to the surfboard but also to make a boat excursion during which you will be able to go sightseeing and get acquainted with the city from absolutely another way. For these purposes, there is a large number of boat stations where everyone can choose the most suitable excursion and swimming gear. The prices are quite democratic and rarely can …
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The period from the end of May till the beginning of July is famous for its well-known North Sea Regatta. This spectacular event collects not only a great number of the viewers but also the best world representatives of this sport, people who are interested in fighting for the first prize. This event lasts for more than a week, during which there is a set of various events. One more bright event, during which you …
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Moving around in Netherlands - transportation
The infrastructure of public transport in the country is developed at the top level. Buses, trams and trolleybuses are very popular among tourists. Trains or ferries are often used as intercity transport. Transport in the city always runs on time. The biggest problem may be the choice of the option to pay for trip. Tickets can be bought from drivers or conductors, but it’s better to do that in advance, so you can save. Tickets are sold at any newsstand. The whole territory of the country is divided into several zones. Each ticket allows to take transport within the paid zone without any limit. Tourists rarely use subway, since underground branches often bypass the most visited public and cultural centers of cities. In general, there should not be any problems with transport in the Netherlands.
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Economy roadmap of Netherlands
Since 2011, the Netherlands government together with the monarch has undertaken harsh measures to save money. During this period, there was a significant decrease in tax revenues, as well as a decrease in the country's total GDP. The budget deficit was reduced only in 2013, after a significant increase of taxes for developed industries. Along with this, social expenditures per capita increased too, due to the increase in the unemployment allowance. Despite the difficulties, the Netherlands is still at a fairly high economic level. Therefore, all socially unprotected sections of the population get large monthly payments and pensions. The economy of the Netherlands, first of all, is focused on the welfare of every single citizen of the country. The comfortable environment for the emergence and development of small business is created, while the system of cost reduction functions normally. The insurance system is well-developed too. Therefore, absolutely all citizens of the country feel protected.
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