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Pack your bags, we’re off to the ‘Dam.
To celebrate the launch of Alcatel’s new POP 4 smartphone, the company is offering all customers who buy the phone an amazing flight offer to one of nine European destinations.
With this in mind, we’re taking a closer look at one of the amazing cities you could be visiting, Amsterdam.
Here’s our guide to having an awesome weekend in the Dutch capital.
1. Go on a free walking tour
There are multiple free walking tours available in the city. Most of them leave from the National Monument at Dam Square at various points throughout the day. The tours are normally 2 1/2 hours long and show you lots of the main sights along the way. Best of all they’re free (although you can tip your guide if you want).
2. Visit Anne Frank’s House
A weekend to Amsterdam wouldn’t be complete without a trip to Anne Frank’s house. The museum is one of the best-known tourist attractions in the city so we would recommend going first thing in the morning so you don’t have to queue.
#AnneFrankHouse Amsterdam from April to November open every day from 9.00 to 22.00 hrs!
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3. Grab brunch in De Pijp
If ever there were a hipster neighbourhood, it would be De Pijp. The ultra-cool suburb of Amsterdam is full of unusual cafes and markets. Throw on your best vintage outfit and grab some alternative grub.
4. Take a boat tour
The best way to see Amsterdam is on the water. There are loads of boat tours available but we recommend taking a cruise with a smaller company like Those Dam Boat Guys to make sure you have the best trip and the best craic.
Alec might be a ginger, but somehow the soulless bugger gives a helluva tour! #thosedamboatguys #gingerjesus #boatbadass
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5. Stuff your face
Lord have mercy! If you thought that the curry-chip from your local takeaway was good then prepared to be blown away by Amsterdam’s unbelievable frites. Try patatje oorlog, a combination of peanut saté sauce, mayo and onions. Mmm delicious!
Non mangiamo mai? #amsterdamchips #milan #foodporn
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6. Pop into the Van Gogh Museum
Soak up some culture at the Van Gogh Museum, one of the most popular museums in the world. It’s right beside the ‘I Amsterdam’ sign as well so you can grab a quick picture on your way past.
7. Cycle through Vondel Park
You can’t go to Amsterdam without riding a bicycle and one of the best (and safest) places to do it is in Vondel Park. It’s the main park in the city and a nice escape from the hustle and bustle.
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So there you have it folks, the ultimate weekend getaway in Amsterdam, and with Alcatel’s latest offer you wouldn’t even have to pay for your flights.
The phone in question, the POP 4 is retailing at €99.99 SIM free and features a 5 Mpxl front camera (perfect for your holiday selfies). Its slim body and curved design mean that it’s an ideal phone to take with you on your travels.
But don’t take our word for it have a look for yourself.
Pretty snazzy right?
After purchasing the POP 4, you’ll be invited to upload you receipt details on the Alcatel promotional platform within 30 days. The phone is available to purchase with Meteor, Tesco Mobile and Post Mobile.
After that you can choose 3 different dates and destinations among the following 9 European cities.
- Berlin
- Barcelona
- Paris
- Brussels
- Stockholm
- Amsterdam
- Rome
- Lisbon
- London
The only thing we can’t decide is where to go next. Our wanderlust has well and truly been awakened.
This article is brought to you by Alcatel.
