Patty de Gruiter (1982)

Patty de Gruiter

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About me
I came to Amsterdam in 2003 to start my master degree. After a year working and living in Berlin, I did not like this city at all: unfriendly people in the restaurants, bars and public transport, too many tourists. I felt I could not go anywhere without being noticed.

After six months I could not imagine going anywhere else! The city full with tourists walking all over the streets or trying to bike is part of Amsterdam. This really is charming.

Since 2004 I work in the hotel industry in Amsterdam and I am really loving this busy industry and making people having the time of their life. I really love finding new, beautiful and lovely spots in Amsterdam and after five years of living in Amsterdam I still find places I never been before!

Why Amsterdam?

  • Because of the beautiful architecture of the canal houses;
  • Every day is different with all kinds of social events;
  • Because of the river Amstel;
  • A long history with many good stories;
  • Because of the huge amount of “grachten” (canals);
  • Always busy restaurants and bars;
  • The weather is not always splendid, but Amsterdam still remains a lovely city!