Amsterdam Today. 23.12.2010

NEWS - winter weather NEWS - hotel takes on jetlag problem ART - forgotten painter in Rijksmuseum TO DO - New Year TO DO - horses in action NEWS - DIY book printing NEWS - Oldtimer rally TO DO - Rijksmuseum at Schiphol

NEWS – hotel takes on jetlag problem

Jet lag can be a real pain for business people who have to work on arrival. Hotel Okura comes to the rescue with a jet lag programme of light therapy, exercise and a balanced diet.

ART – forgotten painter in Rijksmuseum

The Rijksmuseum is showing works by a contemporary of Johannes Vermeer. In the 17th century, Dutch artist Gabriel Metsu was more popular than Vermeer.  'Gabriel Metsu: a master rediscovered' is on until 20 March.

TO DO – New Year

Museum Square will host the town's New Year's Eve party.

TO DO – horses in action

The latest horse show by Apassionata, 'In the Light of the Stars' is on at Christmas in Amsterdam. The family show is a fairytale-like encounter between horse and man.

NEWS – Oldtimer rally

Last week, dozens of classic cars gathered on the Overtoom for the 100 Miles from Amsterdam Rally.

NEWS – winter weather

Amsterdam has turned into a winter wonderland. But the snow causes problems, too. Still, plenty of locals are enjoying the snow.

TO DO – Rijksmuseum at Schiphol

The timing couldn't be more perfect. Rijksmuseum Schiphol is showing Dutch winter landscapes.

NEWS – DIY book printing

The American Book Center launches Europe's first Espresso Book Machine. Readers will be able to choose from 3 million titles which they can have printed on site in the time it takes to make a coffee.

NEWS – visitor record at Millionaire Fair

Exclusive cars, expensive Rolex watches and beautiful women. This can only mean one thing. The Millionaire Fair was in town.