Article Details Article DetailsDo business in Amsterdam |
| Date Added: May 02, 2009 03:52:47 AM |
| Whether you wish to organise an event , meeting or incentive, Amsterdam has the right ingredients to make every meeting grand success. The city offers excellent conference facilities and business travelers can choose from nearly 350 hotels with over 17,000 rooms and 43,000 beds. Amsterdam is centrally located for every international congress and is easily accessible by car, train and airplane. The city’s tourist attraction has contributed to the fact that Amsterdam has developed into an important centre for exhibitions and congresses. Every year, over 100,000 business visitors come to Amsterdam to participate in one of the 300 international conferences, with a total of 1200,000 participants. Top 10 reasons to meet in Amsterdam 1 easy access Amsterdam is situated at a junction of national and international roads. Its main airports – Schiphol, is considered to be one of the best in the world. Amsterdam’s compact city centre means most facilities and sights are within walking distance and it has an outstanding pubic transport service. Its network of canals also offers opportunities for transporting delegates on the water. 2 High quality congress and hotel facilities The quality and variety of congress facilities and hotels has increased dramatically in Amsterdam in recent years. Many new developments demonstrate that the city is investing for the future without compromising its traditions and history. Here you will find facilities offering high standards of service together with creativity, individuality, originality and fun. 3 Value for money Statistics show that Amsterdam’s meeting industry is increasing in popularity. And the price/quality ratio successfully passes the international comparison of the Europoll 2005 survey. Amsterdam can cater for all types of events and budgets. 4 City of knowledge With two highly-respected universities and academic medical centers, Amsterdam has established itself as a centre of knowledge for the sciences. It is also an attractive meeting place for those involved in science and research, particularly in the fields of life sciences. ICT and new media. 5 Internationally acclaimed art and culture Amsterdam is famous fro its art collections from traditional to avant-garde and its galleries have an excellent international reputation. Event organizers can incorporate these into a fascinating social programmer of as a memorable venue for a cocktail. Dinner or meeting. 6. HQ for international business Amsterdam is the head office base for many multinational organizations and companies. The city’s serious business side together with its cosmopolitan allure combines well with its traditional, romantic character. 7 Cosmopolitan meet traditional The city’s many cafes, terraces, restaurants, and clubs offer a wide variety of atmospheres to suit all tastes. From classic to trendy, international influences blend with the traditional Amsterdam ambience in brown cafes in the Jordaan and Depijp areas. 8 Fun and creativity Amsterdam offers many opportunities to create a very special welcome for your delegates. From canal boats to a relaxing intermezzo, renting a bike for a city tour or visiting the Vondelpark, the options are endless. 9 Shopping paradise Shipping in Amsterdam is a joy. There are several shopping areas such as Negen Straatjes, the famous Kalverstraat and the exclusive P.C. Hooftstraat. The year-round markets at Waterlooplein and the Albert Cuypstraat attract thousands of visitors. 10 Colorful and multilingual There are a lot of nationalities living and working in Amsterdam. The Amsterdam locals are known to be outspoken, multilingual, hospitable, innovative and entrepreneurial. All of which contributes to an atmosphere of high-level, international business with a smile. |