Day 18 - Amsterdam

This morning we are on our way to the airport heading to Amsterdam.  We are very sad to say good bye to Polignano and Puglia in general.  The food, the people, the culture, the scenery and the history in this area are absolutely outstanding.  The apartment is beyond compare for facilities and comfort.  
Being only metres from the edge of a vertical cliff with a view over the Adriatic Sea made this apartment extremely special.  Not to mention the cave downstairs under the bedroom.  This can be viewed through a glass panel in the bedroom floor.
Flight to Amsterdam was smooth and on time, and the transfer to the hotel was there with a smile.
Hotel really good service with smiling friendly people and a typically local meal including their asparagus and fish.  Then a wander around the canals to see the local night life while trying to dodge the bicycles and three wheeled vehicles.  
Tomorrow we are off to catch a ship to the Arctic Circle to catch a glimpse of the northern lights !



Judy at dinner with a local rose.



The canals in Amsterdam are busy usually on a Saturday night.


This mob were noisy and had a huge amount of alcohol on board.  Was tempted to jump in with them.



There were a few boat loads that had trouble navigating the canal and this one thought it best to just stop and drink and be happy.



Seems to be a greater proportion of the three wheeled varieties than in the past.

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  1. KCSJune 11, 2017 at 1:35 AM

    Sorry to have missed you every time you rang. Enjoy the Artic circle and maybe we can try again when you return to Amsterdam. KC

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  2. Mel SmithJune 11, 2017 at 9:21 PM

    Hi guys, just had the chance to read all your entries, looks like you are having a sensational time. Fingers crossed that the Northern Lights are good to you. Love to you both, Mel xxx

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