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Amsterdam Spring 2008

A trip from April 19, 2008 to April 27, 2008, travelling to Amsterdam
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04/19/2008 to 04/27/2008
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Sun 04/20/08 (day 2) - Amsterdam

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City
Amsterdam, Netherlands
Sun Apr 20 11:00am - Sun Apr 27 9:00am
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Amsterdam's Centraal Station dates from the year 1889, when it was first used for the transport of goods. It was des …
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Centraal Station
Stationsplein
Amsterdam, 1012
The Netherlands
+31 20 551 2512
Sun Apr 20 12:00pm - Sun Apr 20 1:00pm
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Train in from the airport--taking the tram to the houseboat.
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The clientele of the Icebreaker have a serious air whether they're having a cup of coffee, a small beer, a glass of …
Entertainment
Weesperzijde 23
Amsterdam, NH 1091 EC
Netherlands
+31 20 668 1805
Sun Apr 20 12:30pm - Sun Apr 20 1:00pm
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Our houseboat sits right in front of this restaurant.
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Our beautiful houseboat, featured on "Passport to Europe."
Hotel
Sun Apr 20 1:00pm - Sun Apr 27 7:00am
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Amstel is the river from which Amsterdam took its name. It became the heart of the city after the river was dammed. …
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Muntplein
Amsterdam, 1012
The Netherlands
+31 20 201 8800
Sun Apr 20 2:00pm - Sun Apr 20 4:00pm
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Head out for a walk in the neighborhood!
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In 1671 a small footbridge was built across the river Amstel. The bridge was made of wood and it could be raised. In …
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Kerkstraat/Nieuwe Kerkstraat
Amsterdam, NH 1018 EM
Netherlands
+31 20 551 2512
Sun Apr 20 2:15pm - Sun Apr 20 2:30pm
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Floating flower market
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Sun Apr 20 2:30pm - Sun Apr 20 4:00pm
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Tulips for the houseboat!
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Anne Frank and her family went into hiding here on July 6, 1942, and lived in isolation for over two years. The Germ …
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Anne Frank House
Prinsengracht 267
Amsterdam, NH 1016 GV
Netherlands
+31 20 556 7105
Sun Apr 20 6:00pm - Sun Apr 20 7:00pm
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Meeting time 6:00 pm, if haven't met up with Joanne and Alicia yet!
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Traditional Brown Cafe
Restaurant
Sun Apr 20 7:00pm - Sun Apr 20 8:00pm
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Meeting up with Joanne and Alicia for dinner, if not before.
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The Netherlands s most renowned church has been the source of inspiration for many musicians. The famous tower was c …
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Westerkerk
Prinsengracht 281
Amsterdam, NH 1016 GW
Netherlands
+31 20 624 7766
Sun Apr 20 8:00pm - Sun Apr 20 9:00pm
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Mon 04/21/08 (day 3) - Amsterdam

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The Albert Cuyp, situated near the famous former Heineken brewery, is Amsterdam's largest and busiest daily market. …
Shopping
Albert Cuypstraat 217-219
Amsterdam, NH 1073
Netherlands
+31 20 678 1678
Mon Apr 21 8:00am - Mon Apr 21 9:00am
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As recommended in "Amsterdam Day by Day," come before the market opens at 9:00 to see the early morning preparations.
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In the 13th Century the river Amstel was dammed here and on the banks of the river a small fishing community was fou …
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Dam Square Monument
Old City
Amsterdam, 1012
The Netherlands
+31 20 551 2512
Mon Apr 21 9:00am - Mon Apr 21 10:00am
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Odd perhaps, but the Oude Kerk (Old Church) really is in the centre of the red-light district. Surrounded by cobbles …
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Oude Kerk (De)
Oudekerksplein 23
Amsterdam, 1012
The Netherlands
+31 20 625 8284
Mon Apr 21 9:00am - Mon Apr 21 10:00am
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Canal boat tour included w/iAmsterdam Card.
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Mon Apr 21 9:00am - Mon Apr 21 10:00am
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In the mid-17th Century the painter Jacob van Campen was given the assignment to design a new town hall. The city co …
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Nieuwezijds Voorburgwal 147
Amsterdam, 1012
The Netherlands
+31 70 356 4000
Mon Apr 21 10:00am - Mon Apr 21 11:00am
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The Nieuwe Kerk is a 15th-century building, partly destroyed and rebuilt again after several fires. Vying for import …
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Nieuwe Kerk (De)
Gravenstraat 17
Amsterdam, 1012
The Netherlands
+31 20 638 6909
Mon Apr 21 10:00am - Mon Apr 21 11:00am
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Museum Amstelkring is a 17th-century canal house that presents the rich cultural heritage of the Netherlands. The bu …
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Oudezijds Voorburgwal 40
Amsterdam, 1012
The Netherlands
+31 20 624 6604
Mon Apr 21 10:00am - Mon Apr 21 11:00am
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The Waag , located on the Nieuwmarkt square, was part of the old town ramparts. It was first named the Gate of St. A …
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Waag (De)
Nieuwmarkt 4
Amsterdam, 1012
The Netherlands
+31 20 557 9898
Mon Apr 21 11:00am - Mon Apr 21 12:00pm
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Tue 04/22/08 (day 4) - Amsterdam

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The Begijnhof lies hidden away from the noisy shopping street Kalverstraat, next to the History Museum. Most of the …
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Begijnhof en Kapel
Nieuwezijds Voorburgwal 373
Amsterdam, 1012
The Netherlands
+31 20 622 1918
Tue Apr 22 9:00am - Tue Apr 22 10:00am
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Amsterdams Historisch Museum is the official home of the city's art collection. Built in 1926, it possesses artifact …
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Nieuwezijds Voorburgwal 357
Amsterdam, 1012 RC
Netherlands
+31 20 523 1822
Tue Apr 22 9:00am - Tue Apr 22 10:00am
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The Allard Pierson Museum is part of the University of Amsterdam complex, and displays exhibits about life in the An …
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Allard Pierson Museum
Oude Turfmarkt 127
Amsterdam, NH 1090 GB
Netherlands
+31 20 525 2556
Tue Apr 22 11:00am - Tue Apr 22 12:00pm
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Located on Waterloo square, opposite the town hall, is the Moses and Aäron church. Initially the property of a Jewis …
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Mozes en Aäronkerk
Waterlooplein 205
Amsterdam, NH 1011
Netherlands
+31 20 622 1305
Tue Apr 22 2:00pm - Tue Apr 22 3:00pm
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how can i apply to study in Amsterdam spring?
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This looks wonderful Patty! Even if you don't get to do it all, it's going to be a great time for you and your friends! I'll be there in spirit! Huggz, Karen
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Patty.... this is great..... hope you can take loads of great pictures... and keep in touch..... Mom
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Hey patty! I already feel like I'm there with. Try really hard to keep in touch. Tell Lourdez to have fun. Can't wait to hear more.
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