Amsterdam!

Every week here seems to be full of new surprises, mostly good, some less than ideal.

Once classes on Friday ended, we rushed over to the train station and got on our way to Amsterdam. But we had no idea what we were headed for.

The Central Station

Not too long after arrival, we were trying to check into our penthouse that had been booked. Unfortunately, we ended up being scammed, that room didn't exist. At first we were a bit distraught at what to do, but McDonalds saved the day. A few Big Macs and McFlurrys later and we had found ourselves a hostel. It wasn't pretty, but it was a place to stay that had clean sheets (I hope.) 

Once the initial housing situation got taken care of, it was time for fun. I have decided that if a college town were to be blown up in size, it would be Amsterdam. Amsterdam is a 24/7 party. Along with that the buildings and canals were breathtaking. I got to do a canal cruise and got some gluten free pancakes during the day which was wonderful. The only real downside to Amsterdam is that my wallet is crying, it's not a cheap place. But it was so worth it. Amsterdam, you were great, I'll be back.