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Technophiles will drool over Amsterdam's gorgeous Hotel Roemer, a sleek boutique alternative to the city's mainstream accommodation scene.The townhouse conversion boasts just 23 rooms, but all are decked with state-of-the-art gadgetry that is bound to impress the IT crowd.Wizardry includes espresso machines, iPod docks and flat-screen TVs, while traditionalists will enjoy six large garden-facing balconies.These overlook a soothing water feature and white stone terrace for maximum peace of mind while sipping the hotel's complimentary bar drinks.Other features helping this hotel stand out from the competition are the gorgeous interior fittings and decor, influenced and partly created by Dutch artist Anton Heyboer.Roemer is the sister property of Hotel Vondel, also situated in the city and comprising seven mansions dating back to 1903. It lies next to Vondelpark on a quiet street conveniently close to the bustling heart of Amsterdam.

The Netherlands' finest restaurant is ranked by San Pellegrino as one of the world's best.Oud Sluis is a stylish venue serving high-quality food - foodies will make a fairly long pilgrimage to this small Dutch town on the border of Belgium to savour the delectable tastes on offer.Specialising in seafood, head chef Sergio Herman, whose grandfather originally opened the restaurant, creates exotic ingredients using advanced techniques, developing Japanese-inspired dishes such as Semifreddo of Soya with Marinated Toro Tuna and Tagliatelle of Langoustine Jelly and Shiso.One of the specialities on the menu is the selection of oysters, including Zeeland oysters that have been prepared in six different ways.The elegant venue attracts diners from far and wide to sample the menu described by Herman as "innovative and refreshing".Oud Soulis is one of two restaurants in the Netherlands with three Michelin stars. The other eatery in the country awarded with this accolade is De Librije in Zwolle, headed by chef Jonnie Boer.

Travel News brought to you by Eurobookings, the experts in cheap hotel bookings for all major European cities including The Hague.More than 300 artists from all over the world are expected to descend on a multimedia event at The Hague in the Netherlands this September.Todaysart festival covers nearly every category of media out there, from music to media art, photography to fashion and film to presentations.The art on show takes many forms and the sub-categories do too - so there's even more on offer from September 26th to 27th.Musical genres include dubstep, techno, rave, ambient, disco and much more – performers in previous years have included Underground Resistance, Ebony Bones and 3 Chairs.Also this year will be discussion panels so artists can share new, fun and exciting ideas.Todaysart takes place at 20 indoor and outdoor venues all over the city, which is the third largest in the Netherlands.Organisers are also welcoming volunteers, who can apply by leaving details on the festival's official website.Todaysart was initiated by The Generator Foundation and is supported by the government.©CopyrightVisit Europe. Pay less. Book affordable accommodation in The Hague with Eurobookings.

When it comes to ease and convenience, no other hotel in Amsterdam beats the Park Plaza Victoria Amsterdam. Whether you are traveling by train or plane, you will more than likely end up at the central station and the Park Plaza Victoria is just a 5 minute walk away. After you’ve checked in and are ready to start exploring, you are an easy walk from most destinations. If you need to take a tram or taxi, virtually every tram goes past the station and there is a taxi nearby at any hour. Plus, most sightseeing boat trips leave from the docks behind the station. Every mode of transportation is literally at your fingertips.

Inside, the newly refurbished Park Plaza Victoria, brass and marble gleam amidst all the modern touches that you’d expect from an updated 4-star hotel. The rooms are clean, quiet and spacious. The staff is extremely nice. We ended up having a pleasant chat with everyone, from the breakfast waiter to the bellhops. The hotel automatically charges for breakfast (served on a lovely verandah where you can sit and enjoy the meal while watching the passing crowds) but we were able to have the breakfasts we didn’t eat taken off the bill when we left. The Park Plaza Victoria also has a funky bar called the Tasman Bar where we enjoyed cocktails before going out to dinner.

To top off our wonderful stay at the Park Plaza Victoria, we were able to soak our walking pains away in the hotel’s pool and hearty steam bath. What a way to end the day in often-chilly Amsterdam.