Amsterdam
Posted 15/11/2010 - 21:15 - Helpful Comment
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Maybe Gwyn can help, only been to Amsterdam several times.
This link might be helpful http://www.iamsterdam.com/en/visiting
This link might be helpful http://www.iamsterdam.com/en/visiting
Stefan
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Posted 15/11/2010 - 21:22 - Helpful Comment
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Hi Shaun
I went over last May to stay with friends. I have to say that I did not hit any problems taking photographs anywhere including Dam Square, Anne Franc museum etc at all (other than the horribly grey weather).
I found one of the best ways to get a range of images was to take one of the canal boat trips - making sure it was one with an open air section. You get an excellent angle on some impressive buildings this way.
I am assuming a stroll around "de Wallen" will be on the cards in the evening - again - I had no problems but at the same time was not stood pointing my camera in windows. Generally I found everyone to be very tolerant of tourists behaving like tourists.
Good luck
Carl
I went over last May to stay with friends. I have to say that I did not hit any problems taking photographs anywhere including Dam Square, Anne Franc museum etc at all (other than the horribly grey weather).
I found one of the best ways to get a range of images was to take one of the canal boat trips - making sure it was one with an open air section. You get an excellent angle on some impressive buildings this way.
I am assuming a stroll around "de Wallen" will be on the cards in the evening - again - I had no problems but at the same time was not stood pointing my camera in windows. Generally I found everyone to be very tolerant of tourists behaving like tourists.
Good luck
Carl
No matter how many lenses I have owned - I have always needed just one more
Posted 15/11/2010 - 21:48 - Helpful Comment
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I don't go in that often. Usually when we have guests.
Do not photograph the Ladies or the Windows of the Wallen. Not a good move.
Otherwise photographically no probs. You can't take pictures in the museums so if you are going to the Van Gogh or Rijks leave the camera either in their guarded garderobe or at your hotel.
Night time some of the bridges are lit so you can get some great photos. Have a wander around the Jordaan for some interesting buildings and streets.
The flower market is always colourful.
Take the usual precautions with your camera, and other valuables, especially on trams buses and trains.
If you want to visit the Anne Frankhuis and or the van Gogh buy your tickets online to avoid queuing.
Oh and watch out for bikes. They will not give way to you and they ignore the rules of the road, including red traffic lights. Trams need to be watched too, but to a lesser extent - they don't stop for you either unless you are at a tram stop .
Do not photograph the Ladies or the Windows of the Wallen. Not a good move.
Otherwise photographically no probs. You can't take pictures in the museums so if you are going to the Van Gogh or Rijks leave the camera either in their guarded garderobe or at your hotel.
Night time some of the bridges are lit so you can get some great photos. Have a wander around the Jordaan for some interesting buildings and streets.
The flower market is always colourful.
Take the usual precautions with your camera, and other valuables, especially on trams buses and trains.
If you want to visit the Anne Frankhuis and or the van Gogh buy your tickets online to avoid queuing.
Oh and watch out for bikes. They will not give way to you and they ignore the rules of the road, including red traffic lights. Trams need to be watched too, but to a lesser extent - they don't stop for you either unless you are at a tram stop .
Posted 15/11/2010 - 22:09
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leave the camera either in their guarded garderobe
I had always thought that a 'garderobe' was an open air latrine, so would you really want to leave your camera there, even with WR?
leave the camera either in their guarded garderobe
Posted 15/11/2010 - 22:46
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fritzthedog wrote:
Generally I found everyone to be very tolerant of tourists behaving like tourists.
Yeah they are indeed used to it.Generally I found everyone to be very tolerant of tourists behaving like tourists.
You've probably less to worry then in London
alun wrote:
I had always thought that a 'garderobe' was an open air latrine, so would you really want to leave your camera there, even with WR?
All kinds off garderobe seem to be inside.I had always thought that a 'garderobe' was an open air latrine, so would you really want to leave your camera there, even with WR?
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Garderobe
Stefan
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DA* 16-50, DA* 50-135, D-FA 100 Macro, DA 40 Ltd, DA 18-55
AF-540FGZ
Posted 16/11/2010 - 08:32
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sounds like fun i would like to see your photo when you come back yes
playing firm but fair all the way
Posted 16/11/2010 - 09:01 - Helpful Comment
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I lived in the Hague for 4.5 years and developed an intense dislike of Amsterdam....
based purely on the experience of walking down towards Dam Square from Centraal Station. As Gwyn indicated Jordaan is a good place to explore, you get away from the crowds and the cafes are very civilsed and warm. The walk through the red light district itself isn't too bad, quite interesting as a matter of fact (just don't take pic) and it takes you to the Waag and Chinatown. The boats are great value. If you do like a good chinese meal the restaurants in Chinatown are very good indeed.
The DK Guide to Amsterdam or Holland is very good, it will give you a good guide as to what's photogenic.
Foodwise - bittebollen, brodje bal, kroketten, kaassouffle, lekkerbek and kibbeling (last two are fish, a must on a Friday) are worth trying washed down by a tapbier (usually Heineken or Amstel, pretty good).
Time to spare? Go to Utrecht, it's nicer
based purely on the experience of walking down towards Dam Square from Centraal Station. As Gwyn indicated Jordaan is a good place to explore, you get away from the crowds and the cafes are very civilsed and warm. The walk through the red light district itself isn't too bad, quite interesting as a matter of fact (just don't take pic) and it takes you to the Waag and Chinatown. The boats are great value. If you do like a good chinese meal the restaurants in Chinatown are very good indeed.
The DK Guide to Amsterdam or Holland is very good, it will give you a good guide as to what's photogenic.
Foodwise - bittebollen, brodje bal, kroketten, kaassouffle, lekkerbek and kibbeling (last two are fish, a must on a Friday) are worth trying washed down by a tapbier (usually Heineken or Amstel, pretty good).
Time to spare? Go to Utrecht, it's nicer
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Posted 16/11/2010 - 09:44 - Helpful Comment
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Actually there are a lot less windows in the Wallen now I'm told. A US friend loves to wander around there when he visits NL, and he says the councils clean up campaign is beginning to bite.
Don't be put off by the chaos by the station, or the initial impression of the place.
It has improved considerably over recent years, It truly used to be the armpit of the world, but it is now a lot better.
Utrecht or Haarlem (which is only 15 or so minutes away by train) make a nice diversion if you have the time to spare.
I'm sure you will have a great trip. Leidseplein is the place for night time entertainment, and you could see who is on at Melkweg or Paradiso while you are over if you want to catch a concert.
Utrecht at the moment is actually very good for photographers as it has a special light show on. I keep meaning to go in, but want some company for it as I don't want to walk around Utrecht in the dark with an expensive camera. http://www.trajectumlumen.nl/?p=en
Should you wish to partake of the weed whilst in Amsterdam there are plenty of good coffeeshops around. Make sure you don't partake too close to returning home or the drugs dogs in the UK may go bananas .
Don't be put off by the chaos by the station, or the initial impression of the place.
It has improved considerably over recent years, It truly used to be the armpit of the world, but it is now a lot better.
Utrecht or Haarlem (which is only 15 or so minutes away by train) make a nice diversion if you have the time to spare.
I'm sure you will have a great trip. Leidseplein is the place for night time entertainment, and you could see who is on at Melkweg or Paradiso while you are over if you want to catch a concert.
Utrecht at the moment is actually very good for photographers as it has a special light show on. I keep meaning to go in, but want some company for it as I don't want to walk around Utrecht in the dark with an expensive camera. http://www.trajectumlumen.nl/?p=en
Should you wish to partake of the weed whilst in Amsterdam there are plenty of good coffeeshops around. Make sure you don't partake too close to returning home or the drugs dogs in the UK may go bananas .
Posted 16/11/2010 - 11:31
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I found Utrecht very photogenic. The last time I went there was for a one day conference. I rode my motorcycle to Luton, locked up the bike and helmet and caught the SleazyJet to Amsterdam, then the train to Utrecht. All went according to plan until I got off the plane in Luton. There was six inches of snow and a blizzard blowing. Motorcycles and snow are not a good combination!
Best wishes, Kris.
Best wishes, Kris.
Kris Lockyear
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It is an illusion that photos are made with the camera… they are made with the eye, heart and head. Henri Cartier-Bresson
Lots of film bodies, a couple of digital ones, too many lenses (mainly older glass) and a Horseman LE 5x4.
Posted 16/11/2010 - 12:56
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just in case you haven't met European bottled beers before be warned that some are 3% and some are over 12%. I have known people to come unstuck with them.
Posted 16/11/2010 - 13:45 - Helpful Comment
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I love Amsterdam, and agree that it has got a bit better over the last few years.
I've always been there on business, apart from once, years ago, when I didn't have my (at that time) Pentax P30 with me. So I actually have very few photos of Amsterdam.
If I get the chance again, armed with my K10D, I'd try night shots and dawn and dusk. Should be good at this time of year!
I've always been there on business, apart from once, years ago, when I didn't have my (at that time) Pentax P30 with me. So I actually have very few photos of Amsterdam.
If I get the chance again, armed with my K10D, I'd try night shots and dawn and dusk. Should be good at this time of year!
El Dingo - K3-II and K10D
Posted 16/11/2010 - 15:56
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Gwyn wrote:
Utrecht at the moment is actually very good for photographers as it has a special light show on. I keep meaning to go in, but want some company for it as I don't want to walk around Utrecht in the dark with an expensive camera. http://www.trajectumlumen.nl/?p=en
Just reminds me of Gouda's Kunstlicht....the Radhuis (Town Hall) is illuminated at night in the weeks leading up to Christmas....Utrecht at the moment is actually very good for photographers as it has a special light show on. I keep meaning to go in, but want some company for it as I don't want to walk around Utrecht in the dark with an expensive camera. http://www.trajectumlumen.nl/?p=en
I like Haarlem, Noord Holland has a beauty all of its own.. Alkmaar, Zaandam, Enkhuizen (definitely recommended for a day out)..
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Metz 45 CL-4, AF500FTZ. AF540FGZ.
Some Mamiya and some Nikon, and a Canon T70.
F50 1.7. SMC-FAs 24, 35, 50 1.4, 85, 135. HD-FA15-30, DFA24-70, D-FA*70-200. The SMC-FA Limited Trinity.
Metz 45 CL-4, AF500FTZ. AF540FGZ.
Some Mamiya and some Nikon, and a Canon T70.
Posted 16/11/2010 - 17:53
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We went for a week in September - 1000 images later we returned - whew!
The Tropen museum lets you take pics inside - first time I have used the Museum setting!
I took the big zoom with me - it came in useful at the ARTIS Zoo.
One of the Pottery shops told me off for trying to take pics of Delft ware - their loss since its not on FlickR!
A glass ware shop also scowled a bit.
We also took 2 Fuji compacts, our first hols without a 35mm film camera since the early 80's.
Here is my expanding set - not all perect & the weather was against us most days
http://www.flickr.com/photos/28204187@N08/sets/72157624888537241/
ps just remembered - you can take a camera around the BOLS Experience
The Tropen museum lets you take pics inside - first time I have used the Museum setting!
I took the big zoom with me - it came in useful at the ARTIS Zoo.
One of the Pottery shops told me off for trying to take pics of Delft ware - their loss since its not on FlickR!
A glass ware shop also scowled a bit.
We also took 2 Fuji compacts, our first hols without a 35mm film camera since the early 80's.
Here is my expanding set - not all perect & the weather was against us most days
http://www.flickr.com/photos/28204187@N08/sets/72157624888537241/
ps just remembered - you can take a camera around the BOLS Experience
Posted 16/11/2010 - 17:59
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Gwyn wrote:
Utrecht or Haarlem (which is only 15 or so minutes away by train) make a nice diversion if you have the time to spare.
I would also at Den Haag to that list Utrecht or Haarlem (which is only 15 or so minutes away by train) make a nice diversion if you have the time to spare.
Pwynnej wrote:
Foodwise - bittebollen, brodje bal, kroketten, kaassouffle, lekkerbek and kibbeling (last two are fish, a must on a Friday) are worth trying washed down by a tapbier (usually Heineken or Amstel, pretty good).
Olliebollen should also be available soon Foodwise - bittebollen, brodje bal, kroketten, kaassouffle, lekkerbek and kibbeling (last two are fish, a must on a Friday) are worth trying washed down by a tapbier (usually Heineken or Amstel, pretty good).
And indeed get tap beer don't get the dutch stuff in a bottle or can
Gwyn wrote:
Utrecht at the moment is actually very good for photographers as it has a special light show on. I keep meaning to go in, but want some company for it as I don't want to walk around Utrecht in the dark with an expensive camera. ]http://www.trajectumlumen.nl/?p=en
Utrecht at the moment is actually very good for photographers as it has a special light show on. I keep meaning to go in, but want some company for it as I don't want to walk around Utrecht in the dark with an expensive camera. ]http://www.trajectumlumen.nl/?p=en
Thanks for the tip Gwyn.
I'm going to Uterecht the 28th with the Dutch Pentax group maybe we have time to explore it.
Stefan
K10D, K5
DA* 16-50, DA* 50-135, D-FA 100 Macro, DA 40 Ltd, DA 18-55
AF-540FGZ
K10D, K5
DA* 16-50, DA* 50-135, D-FA 100 Macro, DA 40 Ltd, DA 18-55
AF-540FGZ
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