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A (second) night of vices in Amsterdam
Since we were too lazy to go to the actual Heineken Museum for the “Heineken Experience” (nap time was non-negotiable), we decided to do our own tour after dinner. We walked to the Jewish neighborhood and had dinner on a patio … Continue reading
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Amsterdam’s flower and flea markets
Monday was more productive. I suppose that tends to happen when you don’t stay out until 5 a.m. We had a lot on the agenda. But first, we had to return the bikes. I would have liked to ride around … Continue reading
Amsterdam’s the Pata Negra
We rolled out of bed and braved the rain to grab some dinner at a tapas restaurant near the hotel – the Pata Negra. It was a cute little spot with a fun, relaxed atmosphere; a little bit of Spain hidden … Continue reading
Amsterdam by fiets
Needless to say, after our action-packed Saturday, Sunday was not nearly as productive. We missed the hotel breakfast (technically I woke up in time, but only to groan that, “I don’t think I’m going to make it for brekafast” and … Continue reading
Amsterdam: land of ridiculous souvenirs and crazy outfits
Amsterdam sure does get creative with its souvenir options. And sure enough, I bought perhaps my most ridiculous souvenir ever: a pair of tulip-covered dutch-shoe-shaped slippers. I also debated long and hard about buying an Amsterdam napkin holder. Yes, there’s … Continue reading
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First night in Amsterdam: something smells fishy…
After settling into our hotel, Frances and I went for a walk to get some dinner and drinks. We walked to Rembrandt Square, which was one park and two canals away from our hotel. I love all of Amsterdam’s canals! … Continue reading
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WAW to AMS
After a few days in Warsaw to rest after Prague, I was excited to meet up Frances in Amsterdam! Frances happened to be flying from Chicago to Amsterdam through Warsaw, so I arranged to be on the same flight. However, … Continue reading
