Amsterdam has been on my list for some time.
I have never heard a bad word from anyone who’s visited.
So, it’s safe to say that I was more than a little excited to finally check into our hotel!
One that’s been on my Pinterest radar for ever, The Dylan.
Just look at this room!
A gorgeous open plan attic space, with a sitting room at one end, a huge tub at the other, and a marshmallow bed between the two.
And a breezy little view into the famous courtyard below.
Having abandoned our bags, we raced out to explore in the last of the afternoon light.
As soon as you step out of the front door, you’re hit with the iconic views of Amsterdam; rows of brick townhouses, with huge windows, overlooking the canals.
I immediately fell in love with the architecture and my jaw didn’t stop hitting the floor for the rest of the trip.
Amsterdam is like a lighter, airier, waterier, smaller, friendlier version of New York.
(I know, I know, New York used to be New Amsterdam, no kidding!)
But I was really taken aback by the similarity. The canals mean much less traffic, less polution, less noise, but the buildings look the same and the cafe culture and shopping is remarkably similar to being in Downtown New York, or The West Village.
I like it enormously.
Exploring in double denim.
Mirrored sunglasses // Black boots
Trinity bangles // Soulmate bangle
