Wicked Travels Spring 2015 | Page 9

Keukenhof Gardens, Holland, The Netherlands

Certainly Holland wears the crown when it comes to glorious tulip displays, with Keukenhof Gardens being considered the most beautiful garden in the world during spring tulip season. From March 20 through May 17th, Keukenhof Gardens dazzle visitors with more than 7 MILLION tulips, daffodils and hyacinths in bloom. Located between Amsterdam and the Hague, Keukenhof Gardens are centrally located and easy to visit. In fact, if you plan a long layover at Schiphol Airport in Amsterdam, you can easily take the train right from the airport station and fit in a visit to the gardens.

Each year, Keukenhof selects a theme and for 2015 it’s Vincent van Gogh. A giant bulb mosaic has been created to depict a self-portrait of van Gogh. You can tour the gardens on a guided walking tour,on a bike ride or silent boat trip. Or for an extra-special day visit on April 25th and enjoy the grand Flower Parade with more than 20 floats, marching bands and luxury cars festooned with decorative flowers. Thanks to Go-Today.com for sharing information on their spring trips to the Keukenhof Gardens.