Travel Tips to Know for Visiting

Are you looking for a charming yet inexpensive vacation spot where you can build memories that will last a lifetime? If so, the Netherlands will likely be your destination of choice. But picking the perfect destination isn’t the only thing you’ve got to think about.

You’ll want to do some research in advance, make sure you can afford the visit, and plan ahead. That way, you’ll get to know the most popular hotspots and lesser-known attractions that are often even more charming and memorable than typical tourist hangouts. 

How Much Does it Cost to Visit the Netherlands?

Naturally, the cost of travel depends on where you’re coming from, how you travel, how long you’re there for, and the time of year you visit. Depending on your budget, it’ll cost you between $350 and $700 for three days in the Netherlands, and around double that for a week.

Let’s break some of this down:

Getting to the Netherlands

Airfare

Booking.com offers one-week round-trip flights from major cities in the United States and Australia for between $800 and $1,100. But, if you’re traveling from a major city in Europe, the average price for a one-week round-trip ticket is about $100.

Services like Going.com and Dollar Flight Club may offer better deals, but you’ll need to keep your travel plans flexible and be willing to adjust arrival/departure dates in order to save money. Bear in mind that, in order to enter the Netherlands, you’ll need either a round-trip ticket or an ongoing ticket to a country outside the Schengen travel zone.

Train

You can take a train to Amsterdam from just about anywhere in Europe, even the UK, through the Eurostar or “Chunnel.” Ticket prices start at $68 but can be as high as nearly $600 depending on distance and which class you choose. Like flights, the higher the class, the more expensive your ticket will be.

See Related: How Much is a Trip to Amsterdam? [Full Trip Cost Guide]

Travel Insurance

It’s always a good idea to purchase travel insurance before going on any long-distance trip. It can save you thousands of dollars if your flight is canceled or you get sick or have an accident.

But, when visiting the Netherlands, travel insurance isn’t just a good thing to have. It’s a must if you aren’t an EU national.

Non-EU travelers are required to have travel insurance that covers medical expenses. Your insurance…