A Weekend in Rotterdam: Architecture, Harbor Tours, and Dutch Hospitality
A personal travel narrative about discovering Rotterdam through a weekend visit, sparked by overhearing an Amsterdammer praise the city. The article covers architecture walks, harbor tours, museums, dining, and accommodation recommendations for experiencing Rotterdam's transformation into a vibrant, "gezellig" destination.
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It all started with a conversation I overheard between two ladies as I walked down a street in Amsterdam.
Coming from an Amsterdammer, and considering that Amsterdam and Rotterdam are fierce rivals, this verged on blasphemy!
She spoke enthusiastically about how 'gezellig' (a typical Dutch word basically meaning cosy) the city had become.
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Things to see and do in Rotterdam, for a weekend or a longer stay, including architecture walks, harbor tours, museums, where to stay and restaurants.
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