Rotterdam is unlike anyother city I’ve seen. It’s the second largest city in the Netherlands, but much different than the nation’s capital, Amsterdam, a city much loved for it’s historic canal houses and bustling bike paths. Instead, much of Rotterdam’s historical centre was destroyed during the heavy bombings of World War 2. Over the years, it has been rebuilt […]
Dodging explosives & drinking bubbly: NYE in Amsterdam
“How do I get on this thing?” I asked, eyeing up the black metal rack on the back of my bike. “Do I just have a seat or should I take a running leap and hope for the best?” It was New Years’ eve in Amsterdam and my friends and I were trying to work out the best way […]