Monday Escape: Amsterdam

On my interrail trip across Europe in 2008, I decided to begin my journey across the continent in Amsterdam. Amsterdam was a ‘must see’ for me and should be for any backpacker. Considering its location, Amsterdam is a logical place to start your interrail trip. You can head south to France via Belgium, or you [...]

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Amsterdam Pictures

Perhaps a little bit late, but below you’ll find pictures from my three days spent in Amsterdam. The city was filled with canals and is dubbed the, ‘Venice of the North.’ After traveling the continent for a month, I’d quite easily say that Amsterdam is one of the most beautiful cities I’ve seen. You might [...]

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Safe in Amsterdam

I’ve made it safely to Amsterdam. First impressions can be summed up with, ‘wow.’ What a bizarre city. Amsterdam is best known for the presence of decriminalized drugs and legalized prostitution. True, this was more than evident in the quick hour long stroll I had throughout the city before checking into a hostel. But, lesser [...]

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