To get your floral fix without crowds or traffic, consider going straight to the source.
The Turkish floral imports have dazzled the Dutch for centuries with their intense hues and lush blossoms.
Today, the famed flowers attract tourists to Keukenhofs tulip gardens and big festivals.
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In fact, there areso many you’ve got the option to even see them from space.
The Netherlands exportednearly $88 millionworth of tulip bulbs in 2022.
Many of them are grown in fields just 90 minutes south ofAmsterdam, on the delta island of Goeree-Overflakkee.
The entire area is planted with massive tulip fields connecting several sweet, quiet towns.
Driving there during April, youll first notice pops of color, then vast vistas of every imaginable shade.
you might also reach the island by bus from Rotterdams Zuidplein station.
A one-day unlimited pass costs just 15.50 (about $17).
The coaches are clean, comfortable, and equipped with WiFi.
Want to pedal during your petal-peeping?
Bike rentals are available in the village of Middelharnis.
Look but dont touch to verify the blooms stay beautiful.
