Amsterdam

July 17th – July 20th 2018

Upon departure from the train we noticed the transportation of choice, is the bicycle.  There were thousands and thousands of bicycles.  Pretty sure we almost got taken out by at least a couple.  We enjoyed the Heineken Experience.  We thought it was even better than visiting the Guinness Brewery in Ireland.  We did take a river cruise and Rick asked the waitress about the cleanliness of the water (it didn’t look clean at all ) and she grabbed a clear glass and reached out the boat and pulled some water out and it was crystal clear.  She did say she still wouldn’t drink any of it.  We saw where Anne Frank hid for two years, but was unable to obtain tickets.  I didn’t know we were coming to Amsterdam this soon and needed to get tickets 2 months prior.  So hopefully we can return.  We went to an Ice Bar where is was -9 degrees.  It was fun and different.  You purchase two shots of alcohol with the ticket and really just slam them and get out as it is pretty chilly.  We made sure to visit the Red Light District, but during the day.  We still saw some lovely ladies in their windows.  I really liked the carefree atmosphere and city hustle and bustle.  I would really love to spend more time there.