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| CityJet destination guide Rotterdam
What's happening September/October in Rotterdam The Netherlands Military Tattoo, from 29 September to 3 October at the Sportpalace Hall in Ahoy Rotterdam, is one of the biggest and loudest military celebrations in Europe with a dazzling display of band precision and first-class entertainment. There are now relatively few tattoos around the world, and the Netherlands Military Tattoo is considered by many to be one of the best. The word "tatoo" derives from the old Dutch term "tap den toe", which described how a military band and drums would march through the streets of a garrison town to alert the taverns of the curfew for the troops. www.nationaletaptoe.nl
Airport Information
Rotterdam (RTM)
Website
www.rotterdam-airport.nl
General information
+31 (0)10 446 34 44
Getting to Rotterdam
Up to 8 flights a day.
For the full timetable click here.
Distance
Rotterdam is 10 km from the city centre.
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Public transport
The 33 Bus service runs between Rotterdam Airport and the city's central station in around 20 minutes.
Taxis
The fare to Rotterdam central station is €19 and to the city centre costs around €23.
Check in
The minimum check in time is 20 minutes.
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City Guide
| Current Population: 589,000
% POP Growth: -0.98 %
City Area: 319 KM2
City Density: 2,851 INH/KM2
GDP Per Capita: €23,200
Dialling Code: +31
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Rotterdam
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RESTAURANTS
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With Friends
MARIA BONITA
ANTOINE PLATEKADE 1013
TEL. 010 215 05 55
| This Brazilian restaurant close to Hotel New York is named after a famous female criminal. It's run by Simone Damasceno and chef Paulo from Brazil. The menu is authentic Brazilian with black beans matching different kinds of caipirinhas.
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Entertaining a Client
IVY
LLOYDSTRAAT 204
TEL. 010 425 05 20
| Ivy is the newest top restaurant in town. Experts predict chef François Geurds will soon be the top chef in the Netherlands. He serves delicious small meals and the wines are high quality.
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Closing The Deal
VIS
WEENA 686
TEL. 010 413 10 01
| Vis (meaning fish) is situated across from the Central Station on the first floor of the Millenium Tower. It's the restaurant of the five-star Westin Hotel but with its new name and menu- fresh, high quality fish and seafood dishes - it is open for non-residents. Pre-dinner drinks are taken at the boat-shaped bar and there is plenty of space between tables, making for discrete dining. The food is excellent and the sommelier tells great stories about the wines. The waiters are used to serving to a pre-concert crowd so you can enjoy a meal before your show.
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BARS
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Style
CANTINERO
COOLSINGEL 18
TEL. 010 281 00 14
| Located next to the city hall, Cantinero has a South American theme. Apart from the usual beers and wines, Cuban mojitos and Brazilian caipirinhas are served. Salsa, meringue and latin-house are played by DJs who like to create crossover music. A very simple dinner is served.
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Relax
Q'S BAR
VAN VOLLENHOVENSTRAAT 115
TEL. 010 241 75 35
| Q's is a new bar in the old Westelijk Handelsterrein warehouse and has galleries and restaurants as neighbours. It's mainly a cocktail bar, but you can also tuck into some tasty snacks. The comfortable sofas with cushions, slow music and attentive staff make Q's a great hangout for a relaxing evening.
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HOTELS
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Value
CITY HOTEL ROTTERDAM
'S GRAVENDIJKWAL 102
TEL. 010 241 79 96
| This simple hotel has everything that's needed for a pleasant stay. Located near the city centre, it's a mere 10 minutes' walk from the main shopping centre and the central station. The staff are always friendly, there's internet access and a good menu in the restaurant.
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Business
GOLDEN TULIP ROTTERDAM CENTRE
LEUVEHAVEN 80
TEL. 010 413 41 39
| At the foot of the Erasmus bridge and next to the Maritime Museum, this comfortable hotel with 263 air conditioned rooms has a lovely view of the river Maas. It has a health centre with swimming pool plus restaurant and bar/ brasserie. Three floors of the hotel are reserved for meetings or conferences. There's free Wi-fi throughout the entire hotel. Major shops and tourist attractions are nearby.
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Bespoke
LOGEERBOOT KRALINGEN
WATERTORENWEG 180
TEL. 06 55 18 64 73
| Moored in a harbour near the Erasmus University you'll find Logeerboot Kralingen, a comfortable boat with accommodation onboard. The former ferry has recently been renovated but still has its authentic features. It can sleep one to three persons and has a spacious deck with good views of the bustling harbour.
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KNOWLEDGE
The latest attraction in the city is Lasergame Rotterdam (www.lasergamerotterdam.nl). Set in a ship across from the Euromast, the game involves a high-tech laser battle. You need a minimum of four players per game.
SECRETS
A guide to Rotterdam, for Rotterdam fans, by Rotterdammers! (www.go4rotterdam.com)
Stitch 'n Bitch groups (www.stitchnbitch.org) are a great way for travelling businesswomen to relax and have a chat. Founded by Debbie Stoller, editor of American Bust Magazine, there are groups all over the world, and it's all about trendy knitting and gossiping. In Rotterdam, a group meets in the Grand Cafe Hoofdstuk II every Tuesday from 7.30pm.
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