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Powerhouse: the music of Sensation

Over the last 15 years, Sensation has proven to be a golden formula. Although the concept has hardly changed over time, the musical direction shifted significantly. At first the emphasis was primarily on trance music, but in 2007 that changed to house. Much to the regret of trance fans, the organisation felt it was a strategic move: trance was on its way out and Sensation was keeping up with the musical trends.

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From Superstring to Tremor: the anthems

The musical shift of Sensation can be heard in the ‘anthems’, the promotional singles that are launched every year. The very first one in 2000 was Superstring by Cygnus X – a classic trance track. An overnight hit, the tune was listed on the Dutch Top 40 chart for 13 weeks. In the following years, Rank 1 and The Rush were in charge of some of the anthems. Armin van Buuren scored a hit with Serenity. Two years later the production of anthems ceased. The programming also began to change. In 2010, Swedish House Mafia, 2000 and One and Joris Voorn occupied the DJ booth and spun the beats to the event’s theme of ‘Celebrate Life with House’. The anthem tradition was restored in 2014 by Martin Garrix, Dimitri Vegas & Like Mike with their Tremor – a fabulous electro-house-track.

The line-up: a closely guarded secret

The Sensation line-up is a closely guarded secret that is only revealed after all tickets have been sold. No names had yet been announced as this article was being written. Except for one: in 2015, the musical line-up will include once again Mr. White, the ‘musical host’ of the evening. In every country where Sensation has taken place so far, the show always kicks off with the mysterious Mr. White who plays his carefully selected tracks. As soon as the complete line-up of the event is announced, it will be listed here. We certainly expect a sensational selection of DJs.

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Old towns, stunning constructions and wonderful nature: admire all of this and more in THIS IS HOLLAND, a brand-new 5D movie attraction by the producers of De Nieuwe Wildernis (The New Wilderness). It is the perfect introduction to Holland for first-time visitors, but also an interesting surprise for Dutchies who think they know their country inside out. This is a magical 5D experience with smells, colours, images, sounds, rain and shine.

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Amsterdam has just gained another top attraction: the A’DAM Tower in trendy Amsterdam-Noord finally provides the city with a decent viewing platform. The 360-degree view, the ‘Over the Edge’ swing, a cocktail bar and a fabulous restaurant make the crossing from Amsterdam’s Central Station more than worthwhile.

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Spending the weekend in Amsterdam? Get local and go by bike! It’s the best way to get from A to B without missing a single thing. Oh yes, this city has more to offer than the Van Gogh Museum, the flower market and coffee shops. With just a few tips, we would like to introduce you to the city that caters for all tastes with its endless list of activities and possibilities.

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Innovative, visionary and imaginative: the work of the late 15th-century Dutch painter Hieronymus Bosch was truly groundbreaking. On display in museums around the world, his paintings still inspire countless visitors. 2016 marks the 500th anniversary of his death. There will be a series of events throughout the whole year to celebrate the life of this ingenious painter. All events will take place in ’s-Hertogenbosch (Den Bosch), his home town and one of the most beautiful medieval cities in the Netherlands.

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With over 350 events, 2,200 DJs and more than 80 clubs and venues, the Amsterdam Dance Event (ADE) is the largest electronic dance festival in the world. The most high-profile party during this 5-day long event in October is the Amsterdam Music Festival (AMF). The first edition of the AMF took place in 2013 and in less than 2 years this new festival has become a household name in the world of dance music.

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Hundreds of historical ships on the water and countless activities on the quayside: SAIL Amsterdam 2015 will be one big extravaganza. This nautical event arrives in capital of the Netherlands every 5 years, and this 9th edition promises to be even more impressive and inspiring than ever before!

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Without any false modesty, the organisers call it ‘the World’s Leading Dance Event’. Take a closer look at the facts and figures and you will see why. Sensation is the largest and most successful dance party in the world, drawing 40,000 visitors each year in Amsterdam and hosting international editions in 32 countries. To organise such a mega-event takes a monumental effort.

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The 15th Sensation edition will not be going on an international tour and can only be experienced in Amsterdam. According to organiser Duncan Stutterheim: “This is a landmark event that deserves an exclusive show.” This event expects to welcome more foreign visitors than ever from 75 countries. Many visitors don’t fly home the next day but stay to explore the famous Amsterdam nightlife scene.

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2015 marks exactly 125 years since the death of Vincent van Gogh. The painter still inspires many artists today. In memory of his life and work, many European countries are paying tribute to Van Gogh with unique exhibitions and celebrations.

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The interactive exhibitions in Amsterdam’s Resistance Museum provide an impressive insight into the Netherlands in WWII. During this period, from 1940-1945, several Dutch people did their best to undermine the German occupation at great risk to their own lives. The fascinating collection is based on personal stories that showcase all the different actions undertaken by the Dutch in wartime.

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The stately Royal Palace on Dam Square is one of the main historic monuments in Amsterdam. In the 17th century, the imposing building in the city centre was dubbed the ‘eighth wonder of the world’. Nowadays it is mainly used for official receptions and royal events, although the antique interior and beautiful art collection are open to the general public throughout the year.

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A tall, green building above the water of the IJ waterway. This is NEMO, the largest science museum in the Netherlands where you can dive into experiments and explore science and technology. Anyone curious about the world in which we live will adore this interactive museum – the perfect place to smell, hear, taste, feel and see how our planet works.