The US State Department currently recommends US citizens exercise increased caution in the Netherlands due to terrorism. https://travel.state.gov/content/travel/en/traveladvisories/traveladvisories.html For the latest passport and visa requirements for this country, please consult the U.S. State Department’s “Learn About Your Destination” search tool, available through the link below. [31] (70) 310-2209; US Embassy The Hague, John Adams Park 1, 2244 BZ Wassenaar The Hague; [email protected]; https://nl.usembassy.gov/ 31 112 The CDC and WHO recommend the following vaccinations for the Netherlands: hepatitis A, polio, tick-borne encephalitis, rabies, hepatitis B, influenza, COVID-19, pneumonia, meningitis, chickenpox, shingles, Tdap (tetanus, diphtheria and pertussis) and measles, mumps and rubella (MMR). Temperate; marine; cool summers and mild winters Euros (EUR) 230 V / 50 Hz / plug types(s): C, F Dutch Roman Catholic, Protestant, Muslim, other (includes Hindu, Buddhist, Jewish), none UTC+1 (6 hours ahead of Washington, DC, during Standard Time); daylight saving time: +1hr, begins last Sunday in March, ends last Sunday in October; note: time descriptions apply to the continental Netherlands only, for the constituent countries of the Caribbean, the time difference is UTC -4 Yes Suggested Right Amsterdam (includes Rijksmuseum, Van Gogh Museum, Westerkerk, Anne Frank House, Floating Tulip Museum, Sloten Windmill); Windmills of Kinderdijk; Hoge Veluwe National Park; Towns of the Ijsselmeer (Zuiderzee); Zeeland's Delta Works Soccer, field hockey, speed skating, cycling Not making direct eye contact is often considered strange or impolite. People in the Netherlands have a great respect for privacy. Tipping is expected in restaurants for good or exceptional service. Tip 10% of the bill. At hotels, tipping is not expected since service charges are generally factored into the bill, but you may leave a few euros for good service. Round up taxi fares. Tulips/tulip bulbs, wooden clogs, blue Delft-ware, chocolate, cheese, glass/crystal, windmill themed items Stamppot — potatoes mashed with sauerkraut, endive, kale, turnips, or other vegetable and cooked in a pot; usually served with smoked sausage on the side Please visit the following links to find further information about your desired destination. World Health Organization (WHO) - To learn what vaccines and health precautions to take while visiting your destination. US State Dept Travel Information - Overall information about foreign travel for US citizens. To obtain an international driving permit (IDP). Only two organizations in the US issue IDPs: How to get help in an emergency? Page last updated: Tuesday, June 18, 2024US State Dept Travel Advisory
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from the US or Canada - 1-888-407-4747 or from Overseas - +1 202-501-4444
