Amsterdam is a quaint city with canals everywhere. There were also bikes everywhere, which proved more problematic than the cars when crossing the street. We stayed at the Banks Mansion, a fantastic boutique hotel in a perfect location in the city center. All of the food and drink was included – a full breakfast, the mini bar; they even served wine, cheese and charcuterie in the lobby. Our room was large and beautifully appointed; the bath had both a tub and a walk-in shower. The staff was young, friendly and accommodating. We took our obligatory walk through the Red Light District; it was an adult Disneyworld. There were girls in windows scantily dressed – some beckoned, but most looked bored. We did not visit the "coffee houses," but we smelled lots of "coffee" as we walked the streets. We braved a disappointing tour of the Anne Frank House, slogged through various art museums, and took an excellent Jewish history walking tour. But while the Netherlands has never been known as a culinary destination, the highlight of our stay in Amsterdam was the food.
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