My Uncle Daryl is working for Holland America Cruiseline and his boat docked for a few days in Amsterdam. He plays piano in the Piano Bar everyday. We were treated to dinner, drinks and lots of piano playing. Daryl definitely has a huge following. The passengers really enjoy coming in to hear him play. It was a joy to see him in his element!
The next day Daryl came by to see our place. I took him to the Bloemenmarkt (flower market) down the street off the Singel. A huge plant lover, Daryl was in awe of the bulbs, seeds, flowers and plants. We stopped at a little cafe for some traditional Dutch pancakes! It was so great to see Daryl and it just makes me so excited for future family visitors.
That weekend we were around for Amsterdam's Gay Pride Parade. This boat parade brings in an estimated 400,000 viewers ultimately showing their support. We had some friends over to watch the festivities.
We went on our first boat road on the canal. Kirk's co-worker was kind enough to invite us out one night. We sipped on beers and went thru all the different canals. We ended at a little pizza joint. You literally drive up your boat, order some pizza, and get it to go - boat style. The sunset was beautiful, such a pretty night!
Our friend Angie from Seattle and Los Angeles came over for the weekend before heading to Germany for a PR event. The first night we headed out to Tara - Irish Pub. The music was fantastic (an aspiring Irish singer trying to make it around Amsterdam). Lots of cover songs, all of which we sung along to. We bar hopped over to Bar Italia for some more Prosecco and Hip Hop. Next thing you know it was 4am.
The next day we biked over to the Anne Frank. If you ever come to visit and want to see The Anne Frank Museum, you must get your tickets online. Part of the reason I haven't gone is the HUGE line that wraps around the building everyday. Courtney informed me you can buy your tickets online and go thru a different door. We did just that and walked right in. No line!
That evening we went out for a night of dancing at a popular/new club called Air. Good times and another late night!
Angie was a blast to have and a constant reminder of how lucky we are. She kept saying, you guys are living it, and I would honestly have to agree. Can't complain!
More To Adore In Amsterdam:
Football season weather - starting to rain and the temperature recently dropped
Watching the kids bike to school
New Favorite Turkish Restaurant - Bazar
Late Night Eats - Mama Shoarmas
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