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2016 MID-YEAR MEETING HILTON AMSTERDAM | NETHERLANDS | OCTOBER 22 –29 TOURS Sunday, Oct NEW JERSEY STATE BAR ASSOCIATION | 2016 MID-YEAR MEETING HILTON AMSTERDAM | NETHERLANDS | OCTOBER 22 –29 TOURS Sunday, Oct. 23 9 a.m.–1 p.m. or 1:30–5:30 p.m. $60 Explore the sites of Amsterdam in a private motor coach, as a guide shares insights about the history of the land. The historical city center in Amsterdam is the largest in all of Europe, with 6,800 classic houses and buildings, and the canals are lined with merchants’ residences and warehouses built during the Dutch Golden Age. See the Royal Palace and The Netherlands National Monument in Dam Square, and travel to Magere Brug, the Skinny Bridge. Then tour the Waterlooplein before visiting the Diamond Factory. At one of the largest diamond locations in Amsterdam, you will learn about the history and Amsterdam techniques of diamond polishing. Conclude your journey with a one-hour cruise along Amsterdam’s canals and experience the city’s architectural and historical sites from the water. AMSTERDAM CITY TOUR Walking is involved in this tour. The tour includes: Private motor coach English-speaking tour guide Canal cruise Royal Palace Magere Brug Diamond demonstration 2 Monday, Oct. 24 Friday, Oct. 28 1:30–5:30 p.m. $70 With a population of 750,000 and about 600,000 bicycles occupying its streets and bridges, Amsterdam is the most bicycle-friendly capital city in the world. After receiving a short tutorial on Dutch bicycle signals, enjoy a beautiful ride into the City Center of Amsterdam with a knowledgeable guide. Ride through Museumplein (Museum Square) and the Jordaan area to see top attractions like Oude Kerk and the Royal Palace. Stop at one of Amsterdam’s local cafés for a beverage and Dutch apple pie as your guide regales you with interesting stories and historical facts. The tour includes: AMSTERDAM CITY English-speaking tour guide Helmet and bicycle rental BICYCLE TOUR Dutch apple pie Oude Kirk 3 Monday, Oct. 24 Friday, Oct. 28 1:30–5:30 p.m. $70 Embark on a bicycle tour through the old villages of Edam, Volendam and Broek in Waterland. Enjoy the sights of quintessential Dutch country life while riding through verdant flat terrain traversed by canals. Beginning in Edam, the tour meanders through the small fishing villages of Volendam and Broek in Broek in Waterland Waterland, where houses date back to 1850. Stop at a dairy farm to learn about the cheese manufacturing process and taste traditional Dutch cheese. Spend some leisure time exploring the quaint villages and taking pictures. The tour includes bus service to the bike pick- AMSTERDAM up point and return to Amsterdam, and the guide considers the interests and physical condition of the OLD VILLAGES BICYCLE TOUR group. The tour includes: Private motor coach English-speaking tour guide Helmet and bicycle rental Cheese tasting Volendam Edam 4 Monday, Oct. 24 2–6 p.m. Tuesday, Oct. 25 9 a.m.–1 p.m. $50 The Rijksmuseum is the largest museum in Amsterdam and is known worldwide for its collection of unrivalled Dutch art, beginning from the early 19th century. Its masterpieces include “The Night Watch” by Rembrandt, “The Milk Maid” by Johannes Vermeer and works by Frans Hals, Jan Steen and Jacob van Ruisdael. The main building underwent an extensive 10-year renovation, reopening in 2013, and is now on the top of the list of “must see” destinations in The Netherlands. An English-speaking tour guide will escort guests to and from the museum, and share interesting facts about popular works. A RIJKSMUSEUM pre-recorded audio guide will be provided upon arrival. Extensive walking is involved in this tour. The tour includes: English-speaking tour guide Audio guide Admission fees and VAT 5 Tuesday, Oct. 25 Thursday, Oct. 27 9 a.m.–5 p.m. $140 Rotterdam is Europe’s largest port, boasting one of the world’s largest harbors. It is a frontrunner in architecture and culture, where you’ll discover a fascinating collection of contemporary buildings. Take a short walk through the city center and explore the inside of a Kubuswoningen , a set of innovative yellow cube houses, tilted 45 degrees and resting on a hexagon-shaped pylon. In all, 38 small cubes and two so-called ‘super-cubes,’ are attached to each other. Enjoy lunch at a local restaurant before setting off on a Spido ROTTERDAM harbor tour for an unforgettable look at Rotterdam’s busy international port. Extensive walking is involved in this tour. The tour includes: Private motor coach English-speaking tour guide Admission fees and VAT Local lunch 6 THE HAGUE AND BINNENHOF Tuesday, Oct. 25 9 a.m. –5 p.m. $140 Thursday, Oct. 27 8:45 a.m. –4:45 p.m. 9 a.m. –5 p.m. $160 Start the morning with a city tour through the center Ministry of General Affairs and the Office of the The Ridderzaal and Second Chamber are part of the of The Hague, the seat of Dutch government and Prime Minster of The Netherlands. The 17th tour on Oct. 25. The Ridderzaal, First and Second parliament, the Supreme Court, Council of State and century north wing is home to the upper house of Chamber are part of the tour on Oct. 27. For each home to the Royal Family. Home to over 150 Parliament. At the south side of the Binnenhof , the day, both Chambers are subject to cancellation if international organizations, The Hague City Council lower house meets in a chamber in the modern part the Dutch Parliament is called into session. calls its city the “Legal Capital of the World and the of the complex. International City of Peace and Justice.” Located in Extensive walking is involved in this tour. The Hague are the International Court of Justice and Forming the center of the Binnenhof is the twin- International Criminal Court. turreted Ridderzaal (Knights’s Hall), a former castle The tour includes: of the Earls of Holland. Stained-glass windows Stroll the wide streets past 18th century houses • Private motor coach depicting coats of arms of Dutch towns line the built for diplomats and affluent Dutch families and Gothic hall and a roof structure with 59-foot-long • English-speaking tour guide the smaller town center streets that date to the beams gives it the appearance of an upturned ship. Middle Ages.The tour then explores the historical • Local lunch The most important events in Netherland's history Binnenhof , or Inner Court, a complex of buildings have taken place here, and it continues to sit at the • Admission fees and VAT that house the meeting places of both houses of heart of Dutch politics. States General of The Netherlands, as well as the 7 Tuesday, Oct. 25 2–6 p.m. Wednesday, Oct. 26 2–6 p.m. $50 Tour the museum that houses the world’s largest collection of works by Vincent Van Gogh. See his masterpieces, drawings and letters. “The Potato Eaters,” “Sunflowers,” “Almond Blossom,” “The Yellow House,” and more celebrated paintings by the artist are housed in the Amsterdam museum. A major exhibition, Daubigny, Monet, Van Gogh: Impressions of Landscape, opens Oct. 21 and will be on display during the Mid- Year Meeting. Works by other 19th century artists are on display as well. An English-speaking tour guide will escort guests The tour includes: to and from the museum, and share interesting facts about popular works. A pre-recorded audio English-speaking tour guide guide will be provided upon arrival. Audio guide Extensive walking is involved in this tour. VAN GOGH MUSEUM Admission fees and VAT 8 Wednesday, Oct. 26 12:45 –5:45 p.m. Friday, Oct. 28 1:30–6:30 p.m. $70 Delft is a picturesque town that offers an intimate look at old Holland’s cultural wealth. It is the home of Delft Blue, pottery and ceramics that have been exported for more than 400 years. On a visit to the Royal Delft earthenware factory, learn about the history and production process of the age-old earthenware. View the museum’s huge collection of Delft Blue from the last century, and enjoy Dutch apple pie with coffee or tea at Royal Delft Brasserie. DELFT The tour includes: Private motor coach English-speaking tour guide Entrance fee to Royal Delft Dutch apple pie 9 ZAANSE SCHANS AND EDAM Wednesday, Oct. 26 Friday, Oct. 28 1:30–5:30 p.m. $42 Explore the windmill village of Zaanse Schans with its working windmills, wooden houses, barns and shops dating back to the 18th century. In its heyday, 600 windmills brought a period of prosperity to the village, which is reflected in the facades and colorful houses of rich windmill owners and merchants. The tour will stop at a dairy farm for a tour of the cheese- making process and a taste of the cheese Holland is known for. Visitors can walk in wooden clogs and learn about making wooden shoes at the clog maker. Zaanse Schans End the day in Edam, commonly referred to as the ‘pearl of the Zuiderzee.’ Stroll the beautiful canals and visit the historic buildings, including the leaning Carillon tower, the Great Church, and town hall. Most famous of all is the public weighing house where Edam cheese is still sold on Wednesdays in summer. Extensive walking is involved in this tour. The tour includes: Private motor coach English-speaking tour guide Admission fees and VAT Edam 10 VOLENDAM—THE FISHERMAN VILLAGE Thursday, Oct. 27 9 a.m.–3 p.m. $98 Venture to the picturesque open countryside on a trip to Volendam, a Dutch fishing village The tour includes: where residents still don traditional costumes and wooden shoes.
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