Calling Amsterdam unusual would be an understatement; the Dutch capital is quite simply unlike any city in Europe. 'The Dam' has all the convenience and recognition of a big city - culture, entertainment, nightlife, history and effective transport. This makes Amsterdam a superb city to visit. Amsterdam holds the same advantages of a normal city, but has managed to elude all the burdens of a regular European capital; it is a relatively small capital; beautiful, little traffic (thanks to the canals) and is surprisingly quiet.

But let's face, the bulk of tourists don't head to Amsterdam for the serene canal strolls or the fantastic museums the city offers. When it comes to ultimate nightlife, Amsterdam is the king of all destinations and that is why the Amsterdam stag weekend is possibly the most popular around.

Don't get me wrong, Amsterdam is a beautiful, cultural city that is perfect for a romantic getaway or even a family holiday, but when the sun goes down the real fun and excitement begins.

This is a capital where all your dreams come true.

The main attraction for the Amsterdam stag weekend is undoubtedly the Red Light District, which is arguably the main reason why swarms of stags flood to Amsterdam each year. This infamous street, leaves little to the imagination and is renowned for its liberal and exotic entertainment, that won’t let any group feel unsatisfied.

The red light district is often called the ‘Disney Land for adults’, which is quite a fitting label when you see the crowds of stag groups beside themselves with excitement as they enter the beautiful lanes of Amsterdam. Stag nights out in the red light district are renowned for being a little seedy, but don’t let this deter you, it is quite a safe place.

A stag night in Amsterdam will have you trying out the local luxuries, indulging more than usual and possibly having a very different view on the world. However, if all this sounds a bit seedy and not really to your taste you can easily get around to other parts of the city to enjoy some of the fantastic restaurants, pubs and clubs that will help you enjoy a superb stag night in Amsterdam.

Amsterdam will offer you things that other cities brush under the social rug and this is an obvious reason for a stag weekend extravaganza that can’t be matched.

To sum up an Amsterdam stag weekend, you would have to incorporate the words, euphoria, luxury and complete debauchery. The capital is a refuge for fun and indulgence, but when you’re mind is shooting around in every direction, unable to focus because of the ‘extravagant treats’ on offer, just remember that you are in a diverse, historic and unique city that can add to the devilish fun of the Amsterdam stag weekend.