Posted by International Seed Depositor at 213.139.192.139 on July 28, 2003 at 08:44:52:
Do you guys know what I'm talking about? Gearing up for my 4th trip to the Dam, I can't help but wonder if this will be the visit that I conquer the allusive street maze. It's not that it's somewhat easy to get lost in Amsterdam, it's that it's very difficult NOT to get lost. Even trying to read a map proves difficult, when after all, the city is shaped like a banana. And just when you think you know where you're going and how to get there, you catch the sweet irresistable aroma oozing out of the local coffee shop, and your whole plans get screwed up. I'm still looking for that Ann Frank chick, I know she's hanging out there somewhere. I've learned that it's best just to not have any plans at all when you visit the Dam. Keep it simple. If you get the chance to check out Barney's coffee shop, the Heinekin brewery, the Red Lights, and various "smart shops"... you've actually accomplished a lot! And from experience I can tell you you should find your hotel room first, before munching on that something-special you found in the "smart shop". Perhaps we can come up with an Amsterdam Happy Survival Guide here on the board. Here's a few usefull tips:
1: Look but don't buy at the Red Light district. Those girls are over-used, will rush you, will limit the touching, and are a ripoff. Save the hooker funds for Thailand, if anywhere
2: Don't squeegy your third eye ALONE. Period.
3: If for some strange reason you have to check email or surf the net while in the Dam, go to one of the Bulldog Coffee Shops- you can Buy a beer, a fat J, and surf the net all at the same time.
4: FEBO!!! Check out FEBo for all of your muchie needs.
Fell free to add to the list with your experiences. Now it's off to prying open my third eye. Adios!