Farewell Amsterdam!!

Saying goodbye to lovely Amsterdam.. We've had fabulous weather the last two days.. Seen so much!

Dutchy dutchy stuff

I've come to the realisation that dutchy dutchy stuff is all about the good things in life, the sunshine and friends, good cheeses, amazing hot chocolates, incredible apple cake and mouthwatering fish. My beautiful friend Mashenka and her step dad Ron- who I adored quickly- took Lilly and I around some traditional netherlands places, treating us to all the wonders it has to hold.. Finishing off with beer in the sunshine overlooking the harbour.. And apple cake... Oh my..

Muiderslot Castle

Wow. Simply breathtaking. It over looks the sea, with a clear deep moat also surrounding it. It reminds me of bodnim castle in the UK.. The towers and rooms are well preserved, gorgeous cobble stones in the courtyard. It was built in the 12 Century and been kept in wonderful order since. Such a great resource for kids.

 Its tiny, but so much to explore. The torture chamber is spooky enough to send chills..One room was filled with costumes to try on, another with armoury and another with weaponry. We loved the jousting replica, but Lillys favourite was the archery. 

The gardens are small but immaculate.