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 Tips for travelers
Question: Do people in Holland speak English?
Answer: Yes, they do! English is spoken by almost everyone. A survey in "Newsweek" magazine found that Dutch teenagers' vocabulary, fluency and confidence in using English exceeded that of many of their American counterparts. In addition, many Dutch people speak German and French.
Question: Is Holland a tourist-friendly country?
Answer: Absolutely! The Dutch pride themselves on welcoming visitors with gezelligheid.
GezelligWHAT!!?? This word describes the Dutch people and the way they make foreigners feel perfectly at home. And what is more, almost everyone speaks English here!
Question: Do I need a visa or other papers to enter Holland?
Answer: A valid passport is all you need to enter Holland. Check with the Dutch Embassy or Consulate in your own country whether you need a visa.
Question: Will my credit card be generally accepted?
Answer: All major credit cards are accepted widely, but not everywhere. If in doubt, ask in advance. Cash-on-card services are available from selected American Express, Diners Club, MasterCard and VisaCard addresses.
Question: Are 'Holland' and 'the Netherlands' the same?
Answer: As far as the traveller is concerned, yes!
Holland is the name commonly used abroad to refer to the country that is officially named The Netherlands. Strictly speaking, Holland comprises only the two western provinces of North and South Holland - a region that encompasses Amsterdam, Rotterdam, The Hague and other well-known Dutch cities such as Delft, Leiden and Haarlem.
Question: What are the roads and motorways like in Holland?
Answer: Driving in Holland is as easy as driving at home. The road system is easily accessible and extremely well-maintained. Don't be afraid to take the backroads! That's where you'll encounter some of the nicest surprises.
Holland?s infrastructure is quite good. All places are easily accessible by both private car and public transport. All major roads in Holland have crash barriers, many highways are treated with a special material which makes it very safe to drive, even in inclement weather.
The maximum speed limits are as follows:
in residential areas: 50 km per hour
outside residential areas: 80 km per hour
on the motorways: 100-120 km per hour, unless otherwise indicated
Question: How expensive is Holland?
Answer: You should ask the Germans and the Belgians who cross our borders during weekends to do their shopping!
A recent comparative study of major European cities showed that after Lisbon and Athens, Amsterdam is the least expensive city for a short stay. Luxembourg, Dublin, Copenhagen, Brussels, Helsinki, Oslo, Vienna, Paris, Frankfurt, Zurich, Stockholm, Milan, Madrid and London all proved to be more expensive.
Question: I would like to bring my hair-drier when I come to Holland for a holiday. What is the voltage in Holland?
Answer: The voltage in Holland is 220. Some countries use a plug with two thin prongs, while in Holland a plug is used with two round prongs. If your country has a different voltage I suggest that you bring an adapter.
Question: In which time zone is Holland located?
Answer: Holland is located in the Central European time zone, i.e. six hours ahead of Eastern Standard Time. Daylight saving time starts at the end of March and lasts till the end of October.
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