Eindhoven is unmistakeably the most adventurous city in the south of Holland. As the country’s fifth-largest city, it offers everything you need to make life enjoyable! A bustling city centre with a huge variety of shops, numerous bars, pubs and restaurants, welcoming terraces, a lively nightlife, an overflowing events calendar and art & culture of the highest quality! The cultural nightlife in Eindhoven is booming! Stages such as the Effenaar, Dynamo, Pop-Ei, Parktheater and Plaza Futura are internationally renowned. The Van Abbemuseum hosts contemporary art and brings world-class exhibitions to Eindhoven. In short, Eindhoven is an inspiring city.

Located on the Northern coast of the Netherlands, Groningen is  the lively provincial capital with its well attended markets and shops and  its great variety of pubs and restaurants. Due to the enormous amount of students (55.000 out of a population of 190.000 inhabitants), Groningen is known as the “youngest” city in Holland. This explaines why Groningen has an highly attractive nightlife scene.  The city is also the cultural heart of Northern Netherlands with its museums, theatres and numerous festivals. See the traces of its rich past in addition to new high-profile and architectural buildings, like the famous Groningen Museum by the architect Mendini .
Rich in culture, history and architecture, young, open and hospitable, right on top of everything. Groningen will grab you immediately.

Rotterdam is one of Europe’s most vibrant and multicultural cities. Its contemporary style is clearly represented by its architecture with the city almost resembling a mini-Manhattan. In the culinary field all the cuisines of the world are represented catering to every taste. Rotterdam also presents a vibrant musical scene and is rich in festivals and events taking place all year round.

Dynamic Modern city
Rotterdam is a dynamic city situated on the borders of the river Maas.  Dutch architecture is renowned for pushing the bounderies and Rotterdam is considered to be the modern architectural capital of Holland. Rotterdam had to rebuild from scratch after the heart of the city was destroyed during WW II. As a result, a modern and new Rotterdam has risen from the ashes giving it the nickname: Manhattan on the Meuse.
The Rotterdam skyline is dominated by the Euromast tower, which stands at 185 meters. It boasts a panoramic view lift, a restaurant and two luxury hotel suites. The Erasmus Bridge is one of the icons of Rotterdam. One of Holland’s most famous bridges, designed by Ben van Berkel, was officially opened by Queen Beatrix in 1996 as an important connection between the North and the South of Rotterdam. The so-called cube houses are also one of Rotterdam’s icons. Forty conventional houses were tilted 45 degrees to become the first cube-shaped houses of Holland. Splashtours offers city tours ‘with a difference’ with a spectacular dive into the Meuse river.

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Amsterdam beholds the picturesque postcard image of Holland with its 17th century   ring of canals and houses. It’s the capital of Holland with a vibrant atmosphere but also a symbol of the relaxed Dutch way of life. Amsterdam is home to some of the most prestigious museums and galleries of Holland.

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With over 50 museums, Amsterdam is a haven for culture enthusiasts. Some of Amsterdam’s most famous museums include the Rijksmuseum with its golden age exhibition, The Van Gogh museum with a permanent collection of over 200 paintings,  the Anne Frank House dedicated to Jewish wartime diarist Anne Frank and the Hermitage Amsterdam, a dependence of the famous Hermitage museum of Saint Petersburg, Russia.
For the more curious, you can visit atypical museums such as the Museum of Bags & Purses or the Houseboat Museum. For an interactive experience, visit the Heineken brewery where you will learn about the brand in 4D. Visit also the trendy House of Bols to discover the secrets of Bols Liqueurs and Genevers produced in Amsterdam since 1575.

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This year, choose to ski with Hotelopia. Why? Because we offer you the best hotels with a pass included and discounts that will surprise you.

The ski-runs of the Alps are about to open the doors for those who want to enjoy descending the slopes.

We also offer you hotels in the Pyrenees and in Andorra, with the largest ski slopes in the Pyrenees.

But if what you are looking for is to enjoy the sun and snow at the same time, we recommend one of out hotels in the Sierra Nevada, where more than 70% of the days in the season are sunny and the snow holds the perfect conditions the whole winter.

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Whether or not you choose to have a traditional Christmas, its worth visiting Central Europe at this time of year. Enjoy the year round charm of the big cities illuminated by Christmas lights, with luxurious shop window decorations displaying the most original gifts, and see traditional Christmas markets like the more than 50 markets in Berlin, the Historical Christmas Market in Hamburg, the markets in old quarter of Basel or the markets in Copenhagen’s Tivoli Gardens.

The Marché de Noël, Christmas markets, in France or Brussels make for a perfect excuse to take a short break and indulge yourself in an idyllic setting. Don’t miss the Christmas market in the medieval city Bruges, nor the Brussels market or the popular Winter Wonderland where there is even a skating rink. And in France, the Strasbourg markets that have been running since the sixteenth century are considered as the most important in the country, together with the market in Toulouse, among others.

One of the most deep-rooted traditions in many European cities are the Christmas markets. By visiting them you’ll get to know the essence of Christmas tradition from its beginnings. Don’t miss out on seeing the Christmas markets scattered about the most picturesque streets of Prague, or Krakow‘s famous market located in Europe’s largest medieval square, or the traditional medieval market at the Town Hall Square in Tallinn.

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Have you ever been to Edinburgh? If not, it’s time! Indeed, the capital of Scotland, located on the east coast, offers numerous discoveries and is full of charm. A quick program for a perfect weekend!

The unmissable in Edinburgh is the castle. Most visited monument in Scotland, we understand why when you see the photo. The fact that it dominates the town will give you great photo opportunity at all times of the day. Many tours are offered to you.

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It’s the crisis! Unless you lived on the moon in recent years, it’s not a news for you. But should we be deprived of all pleasures of life so far? No! We need to find good deals! Blogtelopia will help you for that.

What happiness to glide over the snow mountains. Drinking mulled wine at the top of the slopes, go drink a good tea with or after a tiring day of skiing but full of fun. Yes, winter sports are incomparable. And yes too, they are expensive! The right plan for this winter, go to Andorra!

This principality located between France and Spain is known for its tax system among the lowest in Europe, but also for the quality of these tracks! The evidence, it has been shortlisted for standing in the Winter Olympics of 2022.

Prices for shopping in the evening very interesting, one of the best ski area in Europe, Hotelopia for the best hotel prices. The crisis does not stop! So what do you want to book your hotel in Andorra on our site?!

The 25^th of November is a very special date in France, St. Catherine! This tradition dates from the 12th century. Every year, unmarried girls over 25 years wear the most extravagant hat possible and parade in the city with the statue of St. Catherine. They go in the evening to dance always dressed with the hat to show to men that they are looking for true love … or at least a husband! They are called Catherinettes.

 St. Catherine, patron saint of barbers, students and school children among others, would be a martyr who lived in the 3rd century. On November 25^th 307 , she was beheaded by the emperor Maxentius because she refused a royal wedding in faithfulness to Jesus. She became the patron saint of girls to marry, logically.

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In Europe, we hear every year about Thanksgiving. But what do we really know? Ok, this tradition is celebrated in the United States and Canada. Ok, they get together with family and eat great food. Often with the turkey. We agree, the U.S. president pardons one every year. But finally, Thanksgiving, what is it? What are the differences between the two countries? So many questions, but do not worry, Blogtelopia is here!

In Canada, the first Thanksgiving have been celebrated in 1578 by Martin Frobisher. The English adventurer wanted to give thanks for his arrival without major concerns in the new world. Only a few decades later, in 1621, the first Thanksgiving was celebrated in the United States. This time, it was to celebrate a good harvest.

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