![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() Fantastic!! Breakfast was nicely presented, had nice selection and we were also offered a glass of Prosecco to start the day, but instead decided to swap it for extra cappuccinos and a homemade cake on the house. We were pleasantly shocked to be given the variety of Georgian natural wines tasting by the host, something we never tried before, accompanied by the delicious strawberry covered in chocolate. A nice sushi dinner was delivered from a nearby restaurant and we enjoyed it in the lounge with a nice restaurant ambiance. The suites and the family rooms were very nice and spacious, we also benefitted from an upgrade, which was a nice gesture. We were received by the very friendly owner and treated with a glass of Cava. Our stay was even more memorable than expected. This Hotel was recommended to us as a cosy newly renovated boutique hotel at the heart of the Museum District, and the price was really good, so we were not disappointed. With the Covid restrictions it was not easy to travel around, but nonetheless we decided to spend a weekend in Amsterdam benefitting from the beauty of the city with fewer tourists at this moment in time. We had a magnificent stay at De ware Jacob Hotel with a family of five at the end of 2020. We would strongly recommend this hotel to everyone planning a trip in the Netherlands. The breakfast was lovely too and so was the dinner. All areas of the hotel are very well maintained, clean and nicely decorated. Our rooms were cleaned everyday and toiletries replenished. We were very happy with the service at the hotel too. Fairytale place is how we would describe Zaandam. The hotel location is EXCELLENT in one word. We had a great time walking around the shopping street and also got to enjoy local Dutch food at the cafes. It being in the heart of Zaandam, has several cafes, restaurants and beautiful shops as well as high street stores extremely nearby. There is a fairly large supermarket opposite the hotel. The train to the airport is only 3 stops away and about 18 mins ride. The train to Amsterdam is only about 12 minutes ride. It is just opposite to the train station, from where you can access trains to the airport, Amsterdam and various other destinations. These trees drop constantly drop leaves and flowers, so locating them away from pools, streets and driveways will reduce the need for cleanup.We loved our stay at Zaan Hotel. Proper pruning practices to remove these problem limbs will keep the damage to a minimum. Jacaranda trees often produce limbs with narrow crotch angles that have a high incident of splitting or breaking from the tree. Following proper watering practices to avoid causing overly moist soils will prevent mushroom root rot from forming. Spray aphid-infested foliage with insecticidal soap, neem oil or a steady stream of water to eradicate these pests. Problems: Jacaranda trees have a susceptibility to aphids and mushroom root rot. Removing no more than 25 percent of the tree's growth during one pruning will keep the tree's limbs and trunk from becoming burned by unblocked sunlight and will maintain regular growth rates. Pruning out water sprouts, suckers, crossing or rubbing limbs and branches will crotches angles less than 45-degrees is also necessary. Removing broken, split, cracked, damaged and diseased limbs will improve plant health while protecting nearby objects, cars and buildings from damage by falling limbs. Pruning is best done in the late winter while the trees remain dormant. Keeping young trees pruned to a single trunk with one central leader will set the tree up for healthy mature growth. Pruning: Annual pruning of jacaranda trees will keep them looking clean, aesthetically pleasing and reduce growth problems.
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