Underwater Amsterdam | Netherlands

AMSTERDAM FASHION WEEK | www.amsterdamfashionweek.com

An inspired alternative to the world's more traditional fashion weeks in London, Paris, New York and Milan. Fashionistas from around the world flock to various locations in Amsterdam to partake in this voguish slice of Amsterglam which sees young Dutch designers share the catwalk with international brands. Although primarily a trade event, there's a complementary cultural programme for the public: films screenings, art exhibitions, photography, sculpture, plus parties.

JUMPING AMSTERDAM | www.jumpingamsterdam.nl

Horses for courses as the RAI exhibition centre is strewn with sawdust for this annual event which puts steeds and their mounts through their paces.