one towel goes bar-hopping in Rotterdam

As the party season comes closer, we investigate the new and classy bars in Rotterdam..

The Netherlands' second city, Rotterdam, is not the country's most attractive place, but having been a local here for 8 months, I have learned  to look beneath the surface and discovered a town with much to offer. Yes, I am talking about Rotterdam's busy and diverse nightlife.
Not bragging to be a massive party-animal, but I have visited more than a dozen different bars in Rotterdam, all of which have their own charm, serving everything from small local Belgian beers to classy cocktails. However, there are two bars I discoved only recently and they instantly topped my favourite bar list!

LaBru is situated in a prime location, just off the busy Witte de Withstraat. It is open everyday from 2pm-1am, longer on weekends, and is good for a night out with friends or an afternoon cup of coffee. Lounge on one the vintage sofas, sipping a glass of wine and enjoying live Jazz. Yes, thats right - live and free Jazz every Monday and Wednesday!

BarTender is a shooter(shot) bar on the main road of Rotterdam, Coolsingel. Owned by two handsome dutchies, this bar was opened in November and has become a hot-spot for shot lovers. The main crowd are good-looking dutch guys, so now we know where to find them! The bar seems to be constantly on fire, where drinking shots is an amazing experience. You can choose from 200 varieties, and our favourite were 'Flying Dutchman' and 'Kill Bill'. If you feel like having an adventure, order the 'Gas Chamber'.