Be sure to join us for a special “Welcome to Amsterdam” night OUTbound, starting with our special holiday welcome toast at the Swissotel Amsterdam. We’ll break out the egg nog for this festive night of holly jolly cheer.

Next, join us for a stroll through town to a couple of the larger Christmas markets. Amsterdam’s markets create fairy-tale settings along the iconic canals and city squares, made all the more magical during the holiday season. Typical of traditional markets are clusters of wooden huts manned by artisans selling their handcrafted wares. You might even see the vendors at work… carving wood, making candles or decorating gingerbread. Not only do the markets showcase the best of Dutch culture, but they give our OUTbounders opportunities to shop for one-of-a-kind Christmas gifts. You’ll find wreaths, wooden toys and hand-blown glass ornaments… the perfect gift for someone special, or yourself!