TAKING ON AMSTERDAM: HIGHLIGHTS Part 1

From Budapest to Barcelona, Copenhagen to Paris we finally settled with A...to start with the first letter of the alphabet and head to Amsterdam.  Dominating the city with its famous canals; themselves proving to be a perfect example of the innovative fresh approach taken within the city.  Myself and Emma decided Amsterdam would be the ultimate city break for us to explore.

Tuesday Travels

So with just four days to explore as much of Amsterdam as physically possible, we started off wandering around the area to get our bearings.  First on our hit list was Amsterdam's famous flower market, also known as Bolcenmarkt it is the world's only floating flower market.  Situated on the southern canal belt, the market founded in 1862 is one of the main suppliers of flowers to central Amsterdam.

Flowers...flowers...flowers everywhere.

One of the most colourful enchanting markets.

These vivid coloured wooden tulips are certainly the most popular souvenir when visiting the flower market and Amsterdam in general.  So here, have a photo of a thousand painted tulips.  Which leans perfectly on to our next destination...The Amsterdam Tulip Museum.

 Amsterdam Tulip Museum is located in the heart of historic Amsterdam, surrounded by cafes and fine shops.  The museum itself features all aspects of the tulip, the 'unofficial national flower of Holland/Netherlands'.

After a busy late morning exploring the city streets, we were in dire need of a coffee!!
When we stumbled across Hummus Bistro D&A, a beautifully decorated cafe filled with healthy snacks, coffee, sweets and hummus (duh).

We stopped for a quick pit-stop, and enjoyed a delicious cappuccino each.  Unfortunately we were not lucky enough to sample the mouthwatering menu...but here have a link to get you in the soul food mood, with examples of gorgeous vegan, gluten free and vegetarian dishes.

Together with the quaint setting, the simplistic bright interior the bistro is fresh and welcoming. Combined with the rustic jars and floral wall prints, it is clear the furnishings compliment the gorgeous soul food and fresh coffee.

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