Lonely Planet Amsterdam

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Great Resource
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Reliable and Informative Travel Guide
Good list of cheap eateries

Lonely Planet Amsterdam
Andrew Bender
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ASIN: 174059908X

Book Description

Marvel at the Dutch Masters and take a step back in time in an elegant merchant's house. Join the late-night revellers in the Red Light District or cosy-up canalside in a `brown cafe'. Get the low-down on Queen's Day and see the Royal Orchestra at the Concertgebouw. Elegant, history-steeped port; liberal, laid-back party town. Connect with your Amsterdam using this stylish and streetwise guide. COMPREHENSIVE LISTINGS - more than 250 reviews of the best restaurants, cafes, coffeeshops and clubs in town EXPANDED ARCHITECTURE CHAPTER - get gable-gazing with our chapter dedicated to this remarkable city's characterful buildings BE INFORMED - in-depth analysis of current events gets you under the skin of the city EXPLORE THE CITY YOUR WAY - tailor-made cycling and walking tours and recommended canal cruises

Customer Reviews:

Great Resource.......2007-03-12

Recently I have had the lucky opportunity to go to Amsterdam several times. This book has been invaluable. While you need to double check the operating times for some sites ( you do with any book as there is a lag time between publishing and the gathering of info) the descriptions of places are engaging, accurate and most importantly informs me well as to where I should spend my time. Bender is very good at his restaurant descriptions and his take on all things cultural and historic. A real blessing. I have looked - and bought several others but this is the only one I carry around while I am in Amsterdam.

Get a more recent edition.......2006-09-10

Lonely Planet has a 2006 edition for Amsterdam--which you need (or one more recent) because so many museums are closed (apparently until 2008/09) and there is much construction going on in the city.

Reliable and Informative Travel Guide.......2006-08-15

Over the past two years, I've purchased and used five Lonely Planet guides, and this one ranks among the top. Andrew Bender provides humorous yet accurate information on the culture and norms of Amsterdam as well as key surrounding areas (Den Haag, Haarlem, etc.) Day after day during our week-long trip, we turned to his guide for advice and weren't disappointed. Highly recommended.

Good list of cheap eateries.......2004-05-15

The value in "Lonely Planet Amsterdam" is in the thumbnail sketches of cafes and reasonably-priced restaurants. The descriptions of the establishments that I am familiar with were right on the money. They are grouped by neighborhood and have basic information, such as opening hours. I was disappointed that Indonesian restaurants were short-changed, because they "aren't authentically Asian." True, but an Indonesian rijstafel shared between half a dozen or more people is not too expensive and is an authentically Dutch form of entertainment. The biggest problem with the book is that it doesn't open flat. You need both hands to force it open wide enough to read comfortably and then it's hard to flip through the pages. And you will do a lot of flipping, because there's no good index to help you find things.

There are about half a dozen pages of photographs of the Amsterdam area, unnaturally sunny and uncrowded. Amsterdam is one of Europe's most interesting and picturesque cities, but nobody goes there for the weather, and the crowds of pedestrians and bicycles are part of the charm. The description of Dutch culture was spot on. Amsterdammers in particular are very broad-minded-one of the reasons that Amsterdam is a favorite vacation spot for gays and lesbians--but they're not part of the have-a-nice-day crowd. Expect them to be polite and helpful, rather than effusive.

I have half a dozen guides to Amsterdam and find that no one of them covers all aspects of a visit. "Lonely Planet Amsterdam" is most useful as a way of finding somewhere quick to eat when you're out sight-seeing.

My 'Dam Life: Three Years in Holland (Lonely Planet Journeys (Travel Literature))
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Agonizingly self-absorbed

Writing is a job too

Amsterdamnation

My 'dam pathetic unemployed life

'Dam Right

My 'Dam Life: Three Years in Holland (Lonely Planet Journeys (Travel Literature))
Sean Condon
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ASIN: 0864427816

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Sean Condon has moved to Amsterdam. He got married, and he's unemployed (what's worse, so is his wife). Sean is back and funnier than ever, this time exploring the strange habits of the Dutch. He also keeps a watchful and wonderfully self-deprecating eye on the whole strange business of writing about yourself doing, well, nothing much, in this post-modern age. Sean's uncanny ability to find the absurd in everyday life misses nothing and My `Dam Life will strike a side-splitting chord with anyone who has ever been unemployed, been married or tried not to be deported from a foreign land.

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Agonizingly self-absorbed.......2006-11-30

What a thoroughly irritating book. If you are seeking a useful perspective on Amsterdam, the Netherlands, or the Dutch, there is very nearly zero content of interest.

That Condon could live in one of the most interesting cities in Europe for 3 years, write a book about it and say so little about the place is astonishing - a true testament to his self absorption.

I found myself cringing at the relentless focus on his apparent worthlessness, handled without insight, and with lame attempts at humor that rarely work.

The only two interesting characters in the book, his wife and Keith, are barely covered. I found myself wishing to hear more about them, only from someone else.

One can only wish that someone would return his video games and take away his word processor.

Having said all that, I did give him 2 stars instead of 1 because of his few brief asides regarding the oddness of his occasional interactions with celebrities were insightful and interesting. It mirrored some of my own experiences and really captured the tone.

Writing is a job too.......2006-09-26

This book is hilarious! And somewhat tounge-in-cheek. Relax and enjoy it! (This should have been a 5-star review, alas I clicked on the wrong star and I'm not able to change it.) A couple of reviewers and an acquaintance of mine are quite bothered by the fact that in My Dam Life Condon is unemployed and that his poor wife has to make up for his "laziness" by "struggling to make ends meet." Sean Condon is an author! What good would he be in an office from 9-5 everyday? This isn't his first successful book and no doubt he's pulling in the dough just as well or better than his wife.

Amsterdamnation .......2006-03-17

Sean Condon gives us a precious gift; his own idleness. If he actually had something meaningful to do and an interesting life to write about, he'd be off doing it without so much as a see ya later.

But instead, he's forced, not altogether happily, to find meaning in the word soup of sound-bites, daily exchanges and media droppings that form the soundtrack of the inside of our heads in this day and age. And it's brilliant.

I mean, Sean and Sally land in the most quirky, sexy, kinky, interesting, liberated city in Europe. And you know what? The dialogue inside Sean's head, about the minutiae of everyday life, is kinkier, sexier, quirkier and more interesting than the Amsterdam it finds itself in.

So buy his book, but don't buy too many copies, because he might become rich and successful and then he'd have to find another schtick. Sean would turn into another Larry David, pretending (unconvincingly) that his fabulous life annoys him. So enjoy Condon's books, but let's try to keep him a failure, because it's just better that way for all concerned. Prospective readers can borrow my copy to preserve the bitter, penniless Sean Condon we love. OK?

My 'dam pathetic unemployed life.......2005-10-14

I found this book to be a complete waste of time; the only reason I even bothered to finish it was because I had some of these (seeded?) positive reviews lingering in my mind and I kept expecting it to get better.

Although the book does offer some insight into a certain sub-culture in the Netherlands (with a sprinkling of humor here and there), I should have taken the hint from some of the previous reviews before I ordered. As others have alluded, this is more of an autobiography than a book about the city or the culture. And a worthwhile autobiography it is not - I wasn't particularly impressed with the way the author chooses to live his life as a lazy unemployed slob while his wife struggles to make ends meet.

I feel generous giving it two stars - the second star appearing mainly for the catchy title and the sporadic bits of humor.

'Dam Right.......2005-02-16

Sean Condon has written a funny, realistic picture of what it is like to live in Amsterdam. I have lived in Amsterdam and all the things he talks about are right on the money. While living in Europe's most beautiful city can be difficult, painful and frustrating, it is all worthwile to call this great city home.
This book will give you a personal insight into the Dutch culture and people. I highly recommend this for expats or anyone that enjoys travel.

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Lonely Planet Best of Amsterdam
Terry Carter , and Lara Dunston
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ASIN: 1740599713

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Don't go to Amsterdam without it
Good map except for metro & trams section.
map
Definitely worth having.

Lonely Planet Amsterdam City Map

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ASIN: 1740596382

Book Description

Lonely Planet's city maps present the travelers' city in one easy view

• Complete street and sight index makes navigating the city a breeze for walkers and drivers alike

• All new, improved mapping styles and fully updated

• Sturdy, laminated, easy-fold format

• Quick-find highlights and reviews of the top city sights

• Includes up-to-date transit maps and essential practical information

• Full color throughout with gorgeous photographs

Customer Reviews:

Don't go to Amsterdam without it.......2002-02-02

I went to Amsterdam twice last year and used this map both times. It is extremly durable as I normally kept it in my left rear pocket - still good as new after two trips. I like the laminate since I can use those erasable markers used for presentations to mark landmarks or places of interest. Once done, simply wipe them off and add new ones. The main map showing Amsterdam could be just a tad larger to show areas to the east and south. Bring this map and a small compass and you won't get lost. Worth every penny.

Good map except for metro & trams section........2001-09-18

The maps are actually very good. And I like the weather resistant finish (A real asset considering the climate).
But the section (map) of the trams makes it very hard to figure out or get your bearings. Fortinatly, good maps for this are easy to get, free, and well posted at every stop. However I geuss
I would still say it is a pretty good value.

map.......2000-12-19

I am on holiday in Amsterdam as I write. This is by far the best city map I have ever used. First, it is durable enough that I anticipate it will survive the entire stay. The street names are clearly indicated; the public transportation facilities are identified. Amsterdam can be a bit disorienting because it's a city build with concentric streets. North and South can be confused easily. I have found my bearings several times when I would have been lost without this map. If you are interested in finding you way about Amsterdam, this map will be interesting to you.

Definitely worth having........2000-09-19

We found this map really useful and easy to follow. I don't what the other reviewer means about the street names not being printed on it because they were on my copy! Where a canal has a street either side of it, both streets have the same name-really the two roads are just differnt 'lanes' of the same one, so perhaps this is what confused them. Some of the suffixes of street names are abbreviated to save space, but it is always obvious and the abbreviations are listed and translated. The map is laminated, so it survived the heavy rain better than we did. Just don't stand in any cycle lanes whilst you're reading it.

Lonely Planet Amsterdam: City Guide (Lonely Planet Amsterdam)

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very useful
traveling
Not worth it
Good background information
From History to Hemp: a comprehensive guide

Lonely Planet Amsterdam: City Guide (Lonely Planet Amsterdam)
Rob Van Driesum
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Most people don't know it, but they're attracted to Amsterdam because it is gezellig. As the author of Lonely Planet's first guide to this human-scaled city explains, "The phrase 'cosmopolitan melting-pot' is often used carelessly for cities around the world but it is particularly appropriate for Amsterdam, which has traditionally enticed migrants and nonconformists. Despite (or because of) this transient mix, people accept each other as they are and strive to be gezellig, a nigh-untranslatable term that means something like 'companionable,' 'chummy' or 'convivial,' a mood often experienced by people warmly chatting over a drink or two in a cozy 'brown' café."

This book offers concise and useful history and art notes, an insider's view of entertainment options (what is a brown café* anyway?), detailed walking tours, accommodation options for all traveling styles, where to eat (from Assyrian to "Za"--as in pizza), the best ways to get around, day tripping (and otherwise tripping), plus 18 full-color maps. With this guide, you won't get lost, and you will not be at a loss for something to do.

*A brown café is "stained by smoke, has sand on the wooden floor, and provides an atmosphere conducive to deep and meaningful conversation. There might be Persian rugs on the tables to soak up spilled beer."

Book Description

24 Maps

Customer Reviews:

very useful.......2003-11-06

I found this very useful on a trip to Amsterdam.

the LP authors have done a good job sorting out the citys many highlight. As with all LP guides this features a useful and informative background section.
It misses out of a 5th star becaus the hostel ratings are a bit hit and miss.
Unlike other guides which make a big deal of the "sex & drugs" aspects of Amsterdam the guide tries to present the basics of the wallen (red light district) treating it much like any other part of the city. still there are some interesting listings of the brown cafes that any visitor should experience
ASsd with most LP guides the tilt is towards the independant traveller on a budget and it does a good job for that demographic. enjoy your travels.

traveling.......2000-12-19

I am on holiday in Amsterdam as I write. This book has been invaluable in my stay. I am residing at the Hotel Prinsenhof. I doubt I would have had the good fortune to find this cozy hotel without the Lonely Planet Guide. It is faithful to the Lonely Planet format, providing detailed information including address, phone and fax numbers. There are also tips which have saved me money. One was to purchase a Year Pass for the museums. I now may visit any of the major museums as often as I like, for free. I like free. ;D If you are planning a trip to Amsterdam, or would simply like to find some things you may not have tried, yet, this book will be interesting to you.

Not worth it.......2000-05-17

A useless attempt at a guide book. The writing in unengaging, the maps distorted and misleading, the information given on sights and accomodation far from reliable. It seems the guide is at pains to try to tell the traveller what they can do in Amsterdam--I say, find another guide, or do it on your own. This guide won't help, it will make you a few bucks poorer (and won't list good budget housing--I found accomodation not mentioned in the guide at a fraction of the lowest price published in the guide--complete with a room of my own), and more frustrated.

Good background information.......2000-04-28

I read most of this book through before I travelled to the Netherlands, but didn't end up using it while I was there. I used the Rough Guide far more while tramping around. It does have lots of great background information, so it was worth the time I spent reading. But it does lack spirit. If you choose this guidebook, supplement it with Joe Pauker's Cool Guide to Amsterdam, which will get you into the coffeeshops and the underground culture.

From History to Hemp: a comprehensive guide.......1999-12-30

I used this Lonely Planet guide on a recent trip to Amsterdam; it was invaluable! I planned most of my excursions based on the in-depth information provided and was never led astray. I liked how the author didn't make assumptions about my personal tastes, but covered all sorts of museums and coffeeshops and shopping leaving me free to choose my path. I also appreciated the interesting history of Amsterdam included with the book and sprinkled in throughout the neighborhood descriptions. If you are a traveller that savors the anticipation of the trip, this guide provides hours of reading before you even arrive! The maps included were all I needed to navigate the city.

Lonely Planet Amsterdam: Condensed (Lonely Planet Amsterdam Condensed)

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For the Clueless Américain...

Lonely Planet Amsterdam: Condensed (Lonely Planet Amsterdam Condensed)
Clay Lucas
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This informative and savvy guide captures the best that Amsterdam offers in a practical, easy to use format. With opinionated reviews, essential travel tips and detailed fold-out maps, Amsterdam Condensed has all the information the discerning visitor needs - for one day or one month, for business or for pleasure. <ul>

quick-view maps allow travellers to navigate with ease </li>

hot picks for cruising the canals (or the clubs) </li>

the best places to experience the city's treasure trove of art and design </li>

healthy activities to counter overindulgence in Europe's party capital </li></ul>

Customer Reviews:

For the Clueless Américain..........2004-06-23

In a lot of respects I'm a neophyte, an amateur, a greenhorn (including reviewing, I don't think I've ever reviewed anything before). But on my first solo trip to Europe, this particular guidebook was a lifesaver. My plans were turned on their heads, my friends had missed their train to Amsterdam, and I was absolutely alone in the city. I didn't have any idea how to get anywhere. Fortunately, I had borrowed this guidebook from my cousin prior to travelling to Amsterdam, and it was a veritable lifesaver. From the perspective of a fresh college grad who's not necessarily going for the tulips (especially not in November) Lonely Planet's no-nonsense descriptions of everything from the Anne Frank Huis to the gay/lesbian nightclubs and the Van Gogh Museum to the coffeehouses was the perfect blend. The layout was simple and orderly, the blurbs concise and descriptive. My only complaint would be the maps, which (despite their fold-out nature) seemed small and condensed. We sometimes ended up on streets we could not find listed on the map, and had to re-orient ourselves at Dam Square (that could also be a personal problem). But to sum up, I'm writing this review because I was looking for the book to go back again. I trust this book to get me where I need to go and tell me what I need to see, and ensure that I get both in and out of trouble. If you're headed to the 'Dam, take it with you.

Lonely Planet Best Of Amsterdam (Lonely Planet Best of Amsterdam)

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Excellent guide- highly recommend

Lonely Planet Best Of Amsterdam (Lonely Planet Best of Amsterdam)
Clay Lucas
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Europe's offbeat metropolis invites you to kick back, mellow out and let the good times roll. And with world-class museums, an entertainment scene that never stops and relaxed, canalside living, there's never been a better time to visit. Put the whole city in your pocket with Best of Amsterdam.

• NAVIGATE THE NEIGHBOURHOOD - our easy-to-use maps and detailed walking tours will help you negotiate the canal belt and beyond

• MARVEL AT THE MASTERS - from Vermeer to Van Gogh, take in some fine art with our guide to the city's finest galleries

• EAT, DRINK & BE MERRY - Dutch comfort foot, sophisticated international dining, brown cafes and coffeeshops...whatever you're after, our listings will keep you satisfied

• SHOP TILL YOU DROP - for flea-market finds or first-rate antiques, we give you the lowdown on the best shopping in town

• CHECK IN, CHILL OUT in a cozy waterside hotel or elegant mansion house - our accommodation reviews have it all covered

Customer Reviews:

Excellent guide- highly recommend.......2005-11-27

I recently took a trip to Amsterdam and used this book- it was phenonmenal! I only spent about four days there, and I took this little book everywhere with me. It provided the essential information, highlights, and sufficient background knowledge to sightsee. However, as the title suggests, it is a condensed version, so don't plan referring to this guidebook for every obscure detail. I am a fan of Lonely Planet, and this guidebook continues its reliable tradition.

Lonely Planet Amsterdam: Condensed (Lonely Planet Condensed Guides)

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Perfect for a quick stopover

Lonely Planet Amsterdam: Condensed (Lonely Planet Condensed Guides)
Jeremy Gray , and Nikki Hall
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8-10 full colour maps

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Perfect for a quick stopover.......2001-02-04

We stayed in Amsterdam for just two days en route back home to Canada, but without this guide, we'd have been lost. It's thin and light, but there's a small wealth of information crammed into it. Of course, if you're staying Amsterdam longer, invest in a more in-depth guide. But we're returning later this year, and it's definitely coming along for the ride - the fold-away maps are worth the price alone.

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Lonely Planet Amsterdam Video
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Amsterdam - Lonely Planet En Espaol (Lonely Planet Amsterdam)

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You'll get lost without it !

Amsterdam - Lonely Planet En Espaol (Lonely Planet Amsterdam)
A. Bender
Manufacturer: Geoplaneta
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17 Maps

Customer Reviews:

You'll get lost without it !.......1999-10-11

The lonely planet guide to Amsterdam holds the key to a good time in a bizzare city. Without it my friends and I would never have gotten out of a half mile radius from the hotel. As it was the lonely planet guide gave us a clear indication of what was where and whether it was worth risking your sanity to find. The only fault that I could find was the lack of street and road names on the map but this is only minor and providing that you have not sampled to much Dutch hospitality it will not hinder your progress.

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