Best areas in Netherlands? Planning my first trip

Planning my first trip to Netherlands. Read through the older threads but wanted to check if info is still current.

My main questions:
1. Best area to stay for easy access to the scene?
2. Realistic daily budget including accommodation?
3. Any areas to avoid?
4. How is the quality compared to Czech Republic?
5. How is the language barrier?

Coming from Canada with experience in Europe but first time in Netherlands.

Any recent reports or recommendations appreciated. Thanks!

First time was overwhelming but exciting. Second time was so much more efficient. Experience makes all the difference.

Spot on with the prices. Matches what I paid recently.

Quick question — how was the transport?

Different experience for me. Prices were higher when I went.

Also recommend downloading Grab before you go. Essential.

Good info. Going during the week is much better — less crowded and better prices.

Quick question — how was the ATM situation?

Saving this thread. Gold mine of information.

Did you use local sites or find girls at the hotel?

Been going for years. Scene has shifted a bit but still good.

Word of caution — do not carry too much cash. Other than that, great destination.

Been going for years. Scene has improved recently.

Adding my experience: scene has stayed the same since pre-COVID. Biggest change: more online activity.

Different experience for me. Prices were lower when I went.

Different experience for me. Prices were higher when I went.

Spot on with the prices. Matches what I paid recently.

Great report, thanks for sharing. Had a similar experience there last month.

Adding my experience: scene has stayed the same since pre-COVID. Biggest change: better quality.

This matches my experience. Netherlands is worth the trip.