Practical information - General

What's the weather like in Holland? What are the business hours? How much should I tip? And much more practical information.

Practical information

Always check with the Dutch Embassy or Consulate whether you need a visa.

What type of clothing should I bring?

Here you will find information about calling to and calling within Holland.

At what time do shops, post offices, museums, restaurants, etc. open their doors for visitors?

Harm reduction is one of the main features of Dutch policy on drugs.

What's the voltage in Holland?

All National holidays between 2008 and 2011 are listed here.

Algemene openingstijden en een kort overzicht van koopavonden en -zondagen in de grote steden.

Eating and drinking in Holland.

Discover Dutch diversity