Leaving Brussels, Belgium in the dust, the next destination was the Dutch-speaking Netherlands (Holland)! We were lucky enough to be able to visit a few of the major cities-- starting off with the Hague. An hour bus tour afforded us only a glimpse of the beauty and importance of this city.
The Hague
Simple Cafe Decor (Hague)
Next stop in the Netherlands was the capital city of Amsterdam. What struck me was the modern vibe of the city-- as proven by the endless rows of contemporary restaurants and shops. Perhaps the greatest highlight of our afternoon in Amsterdam was the tour we took of the Anne Frank Museum-- a museum in the exact location where the Franks were sheltered during World War II.
Fair and Fair (Amsterdam)
Jewish Gold Star (Anne Frank Museum, Amsterdam)
The last city we visited during our stay was the small fishing village of Volendam. It was a much-needed change of scenery from all the large buildings and busy city-life to a quiet village spotted with beautiful boats on the still waters surrounding the main road.
