Amsterdam Airport Schiphol – AMS Amsterdam
Amsterdam Airport Schiphol or informally called Schiphol Airport is an international airport located in the Southwest section of Amsterdam. It is considered one of the busiest airports in the whole of Europe in terms of the number of passengers. Amsterdam, Netherlands is a famous tourist destination because of its Venice like structure. Amsterdam Airport Schiphol with airport code AMS is built with the idea of a single terminal concept. This is also considered as the hub of KLM which is the official flag carrier airline of Netherlands. It also serves as a base for some of its affiliates.
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Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS) first opened in 1916 and it serves as a military airbase. After the war, they have used it for civilian flights. In the 1940s the airport has four runways. The German military has taken over during World War II. It was heavily bombed but the airport was restored after a few years. The airport is near several cities like Assendelft and De Beemster.
What to Do & Area Attractions
There are only a few hotels within a short distance to the airport. The CitizenM is a 4-star hotel that just 3 minutes away. Bastion Hotel Amsterdam Airport is a modern and chic hotel that is less than 5 minutes from the airport. The Novotel Amsterdam Schiphol Airport is a plush 4-star hotel with a free airport shuttle. The hotel is quite expensive but has great amenities.
Another major airport that serves the country is the Rotterdam The Hague Airport, which is located in the city of Rotterdam.
