Netherlands travel information
The Netherlands is generally safe for tourists, although recent times have seen an increased threat of terrorism and sporadic racially motivated violence. Crime remains low, although pickpocketing and petty theft can be a problem in the major cities. Good medical facilities are widely available.
Although the Netherlands is a safe place to visit, it always pays to check the Foreign & Commonwealth Office website for up-to-date travel advice and warnings. Pickpockets, often working in groups, can be a problem in major tourist areas. Cars with foreign number plates are particularly targeted. People who exercise the proper precautions while travelling in the Netherlands should experience no problems.
http://www.fco.gov.uk
The Footprint Guides website offers up-to-date information and advice for travellers to the Netherlands, including practical advice for independent and budget travellers and details of lesser known attractions.
http://www.footprintguides.com/
In general, no special immunisations or medications are necessary for travel to the Netherlands. Regarding health concerns, the MD Travel Health site offers comprehensive information, and advice (updated daily) on a variety of health issues and precautions for travelling in the Netherlands.
http://www.MDtravelhealth.com
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Essentials
Visas: Not required for most nationals for stays up to three months
Season: Summer (June – August)
Money: Euro
Language: Dutch and Frisian, English understood widely
Emergency #: 112