We left Amsterdam a couple days ago -- here's a quick report ;)
When we were in Paris, Jim and I kept ooo'ing and ahh'ing about different sights (that was mostly me) and the food (that was mostly Jim :) but I noticed a shift when we hit Amsterdam. We were definitely more quiet... Paris is a tough act to follow. Amsterdam has some beautiful architecture both old and new, canals with arched bridges and bicycles galore but it felt a little grungy.
That aside, we experienced some incredible art at the Rijksmuseum (Rembrandt…!) and the Van Gogh museum. We were also lucky enough to go to the Concertgebouw where the Vlaams Radio Orkest (Flemish Radio Orchestra) performed pieces by Ravel, Saint-Saëns and Franck. Jim bought great tickets – we were seated on stage just behind (and above) the basses. We watched the conductor as the musicians see him. I loved watching the pianist’s face as he played. The Saint-Saëns’ pieces had music written for the organ in the hall – which was such a treat.
I still can’t believe how much we see and do without it being exhausting. Jim is such a great travel companion -- more on that when I write about our time in London. stay tuned…
-Robin
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