The plane trip was great and quick. If I could always travel via direct flights, I would. It was very surreal to fall asleep watching a movie (Country Strong was the best choice available) and wake up in a new country. The Netherlands is beautiful so far but kind of overwhelming. There is so much constantly going on, and there are people everywhere. The weather was nice, sunny and about 60, but very windy. We all met at the airport, and then took a train (and then a ferry, and then walked) to out hotel on the outside of the city. Our host took us on a walking tour of the city and pointed out a few important landmarks so that we can find our way around the city. He also showed us how to use all of the different types of public transportation so that we can get around easily. One of my favorite things was the flower market along the water - it was so refreshing to finally see such beautiful colors after a bleak winter.
We got dinner at a great outdoor restaurant and listened to music and people-watched. After dinner wandered around the city for a few more hours and then all met for a few Amstel's at the bar near our hotel. Overall it was a great first day. I was incredibly exhausted from traveling all night and I think I will enjoy having a fresh start to the day in the morning.
The plane trip was great and quick. If I could always travel via direct flights, I would. It was very surreal to fall asleep watching a movie (Country Strong was the best choice available) and wake up in a new country. The Netherlands is beautiful so far but kind of overwhelming. There is so much constantly going on, and there are people everywhere. The weather was nice, sunny and about 60, but very windy. We all met at the airport, and then took a train (and then a ferry, and then walked) to out hotel on the outside of the city. Our host took us on a walking tour of the city and pointed out a few important landmarks so that we can find our way around the city. He also showed us how to use all of the different types of public transportation so that we can get around easily. One of my favorite things was the flower market along the water - it was so refreshing to finally see such beautiful colors after a bleak winter. 
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