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I always make sure we have fresh cut flowers on the dining room table in our apartment. It seems like I'm not alone with this idea because most of the places I walk by in Amsterdam are also displaying colorful flowers in the windows. It may be because the Netherlands are known for their tulips or perhaps because we live in the city ...

After dinner at one of our favorite Indian restaurants, Ghandi, Scott and I went for a walk down Damrak. We love turning down tiny alleys off of the main street to explore what gems may be hidden. On this night, we saw a place called De Kroon. I thought I remembered reading about it so I wanted to stop (as it turns out, ...

One of the things I love most about Amsterdam is how diverse it is!  You can find just about anything here.  Well, last weekend I was invited to a CRICKET match at Amsterdam's very own cricket club!!!  They have a great set up over in the Amsterdamse Bos.  As you can see below its very green... AND delicious Indian food was catered that day! YUM!

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Ahhh, Saturdays. Waking up in a slightly dazed state due to the night before and trying to make something of the day. Scott and I headed out on the streets by foot to explore the city. We started by moving down the Kloveniersburgwal to Nieumarkt where the market was in full swing. We slowly moved down the aisles picking ...

What is THE sexiest place in Amsterdam!????  Calm down, calm down, I'm here to tell you.  Now picture this: it's a warm summer night, the bustle of the city is still going on, but you are with your sexy friends and you want to take it to the next level... you want to feel like you're ...

Let's face it. Amsterdam can be loud. The trams whiz by within feet of foot traffic, the canals are home to honking motor boats, and at any time a tour-guide is screaming while describing the city so everyone in the group can hear. Amsterdam is full of lights, noise, and most importantly, energy. Even the short-time visitor may need an oasis to ...

I'm always getting requests for pictures from Amsterdam's biggest street party, Queen's day.  Well, this year it was a gorgeous sunny day which added to how quickly the beer traveled up to the brain.  Thankfully our entire group finished the day with just some spicy loempias and not with a swim in the canal... 

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I've visited the city numerous times and have been living here for a while, but never have I gone on one of those canal cruises.  Until yesterday!  I had some international visitors and we just decided to hop on one and see the city from the water!!

We chose Holland International because their canal tours were leaving every 15 minutes and did not require ...

Many people claim they only go to Amsterdam's red light district out of curiosity. Probably true. And if it's curiosity that took you there, while you're pointing, sniggering or simply staring (but never, for your own safety, taking pictures), you may happen to notice something else - something that this time warrants further investigation.

No, I'm not talking about the women who, according to the Amsterdam police service's brief guide to a ...

Hello everyone, this is my first post and I'd like to welcome you all! If you're planning a trip to Amsterdam or simply want to keep up with what's happening here, I will try my very best to keep you informed! Why? Why, because I live here and want to be on top of things as well!!! So why not SHARE!? ...