Im going to London Dec. 27 and going to Amsterdam for New Years then going back to London untill the 7th of Jan. I have never been out of the country before. I have my hotel in Amsterdam which is about a mile from Dam square.I have my passport and I am getting a power cord adapter. Im 21 but I dont like to drink away from my house and I dont smoke pot. Is there anything fun to see there in Amsterdam?? Thanks! Anything from other travelers? Anything helps!
2007-09-27 17:41:43 · 5 answers · asked by phoenix_rosemaryhitz 2 in Travel ➔ Travel (General) ➔ Packing & Preparation
Anything fun that not everyone does in London and Amsterdam?
2007-09-27 17:43:49 · update #1
Lots to do in Amsterdam (and London as well.)
Here is a link to a site with a lot of info on Amsterdam:
http://www.amsterdam.info/
Click on museums or sights to find about the many things to do, places to visit.
Just remember that a lot of places (museums) close on New Years day, and that public transport will be stopped in the evening on NYE, to start again (in Amsterdam) about 2 or 3 AM, ask at your hotel if you need a tram or bus to get 'home'.
New Year eve is a party night in the Netherlands with lots of (privately fired) fireworks, and parties running till the sun comes up or later.
A good way to enjoy Amsterdam on a Sunday (and new years day is a Sunday as far as business is considered) is just roaming round, walking along the canals, and visiting a corner pub, (called cafe) for a hot chocolate with whipped cream and if you want a dash of something alcoholic.
And here are links for touristic information about London and a list with museums:
http://www.visitlondon.com/
http://www.londonnet.co.uk/ln/guide/about/museums.html
In London it is good to have a pass that allows you unlimited use of bus and underground, but walking around is also possible.
2007-09-28 08:02:11 · answer #1 · answered by Willeke 7 · 1⤊ 0⤋
London is really spread out, but right in the downtown area near Trafalgal Square you can walk to Buckingham Palace, Big Ben and lots of neat little shops. You can get maps of the "tube" (subway) system - it's all color coded, so it's pretty easy to jump on one to check out the Tower of London which is also neat to see. Check out www.experienceAmsterdam.com for some great info about visiting there. Also, be sure to check out money issues. I know it is usually better to exchange money at a Post Office rather than a hotel because the exchange rate is cheaper! Also, not all places take credit cards. Another thing to check into is the tipping policies. In some places, it is an insult! The internet is absolutely packed full of tourist information for traveling abroad. The best advice is always be courteous and always keep your wits about you, don't go into questionable areas, especially overseas. Stick to the "tourist" spots and enjoy! You will have a great trip!
2007-09-27 17:57:56 · answer #2 · answered by Karen C 3 · 1⤊ 0⤋
bring a lot of money because their pound is double our dollar. and don't accept hotel accomodations from folks walking around in train stations, no matter how tired you are. they will turn out to be the worst rooms you've ever stayed in. and watch what you eat in amsterdam, remember - you don't have to smoke weed to get high as hell.
2007-09-27 17:48:00 · answer #3 · answered by Cyrus 2 · 0⤊ 1⤋
in amsterdam people smoke weed like reular cigarretes
2007-09-27 17:46:12 · answer #4 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 1⤋
be careful with your personal belongings
they can get stolen really easily
and have a great time
it was fun over there
2007-09-27 17:44:45 · answer #5 · answered by sammi-sumskins 2 · 1⤊ 0⤋