postcard from amsterdam
Whoever said jet lag doesn't exist, has never flown a long haul flight from Australia or New Zealand. I've been awake since 2.00 a.m. and what better way to fill my time than blogging?
I arrived to a wet and windy Amsterdam on Saturday and made my way across town to where I'd be staying - misc eatdrinksleep. I was way too early to check-in, so off I went with my new camera in tow.
The hotel is located on Kloveniersburgwal so I took a walk along the canal to see where it would lead me.
Any time I found something interesting, I'd duck into a side lane or alley to take a photo. Eventually, I found myself here at the Flower Market.
I kept walking until I found the Farmers Market at Noordermarkt where I picked up some tasty treats for my lunch. By this stage the rain was pelting down so hard and my jet lag had kicked in. I knew it was time to head back to my hotel for some much needed sleep.
This is what I found when I climbed the stairs to my sweet little room with the most comfortable bed in the world. I should know as I slept for 10 hours straight the first night.
I've lots more to share with you but that's for later in the week, when I'm feeling a little more human.
Bye for now,
Jillian
Beautiful shots Jillian, I can't wait for the next installment! And that bed does look far too divine, I would have never got back out again!!
ReplyDeleteThanks Alischa, I was so tempted to crawl back into my bed after breakfast on Sunday but that tourist spirit kicked in and I hit the streets instead.
ReplyDeleteI've taken quite a few photos but they all seem to be of the same things - canals, old buildings, flowers and bikes. I must be in Amsterdam!
J
oh amsterdam! v jealous. looks like you made the most of your first day despite the jetlag... hope you're feeling a bit more normal now - it can sometimes take ages!
ReplyDeleteHi Jess,
ReplyDeleteI hit the jet lag wall yesterday. Walked around in circles trying to find the van gogh museum then caught the right tram but in the wrong direction/couldn't get my keycard to work etc, etc. Hopefully things will get better from now on.
Going to a conference for the next few days and the weather is quite grim so don't be too jealous. Thursday will be my shopping day!
J
Hi Jillian,
ReplyDeleteI found your blog and your lovely images through Pia Jane Bijkerk. Amsterdam is one of my favorite cities.
Ingrid x
Welcome to the blog Ingrid. I'm going to be in London next week and I'm in the process of arranging a few places to visit.
ReplyDeleteMore images of Amsterdam to come,
J
Looks like a gorgeous place to rest!
ReplyDeleteHi Rosalind. I really enjoyed my stay in Amsterdam. The hotel was very central, about 15 minutes walk from most places and the owners helpful and friendly.
ReplyDeleteJ