The drive to GK is about 4 hours from Ramstein. We spent the first night there and then took the train right into Amsterdam. The train is the way to go when it comes to Amsterdam. There is limited parking in the city and public transportation is easily accessible so it's a no-brainer. (If you choose to drive you can park outside the city and catch a bus in for around 10 Euro, I believe) Here's a website if you want some more info on travel to Amsterdam: iamsterdam
Also, most people in Amsterdam speak English so getting around is very easy as long as you're willing to ask for directions.
The train takes you right into Central station.
As soon as you walk out you see the Hop-On Hop-Off boats or Canal Bus as they call it right across the street. We walked over to that building and grabbed a bite to eat. Pannekoeken with bacon and cheese topped with syrup...Oh man...it's awesome!! Dylan got his plain and Ryan got his with ice cream and whipped cream. Gabe enjoyed a Heineken and sandwich.
When traveling with little ones that tire easily and so many things to see we opted for the boat tour. It stopped at all the places we wanted to see (including the Anne Frank House which is not recommended for young kids so we skipped that tour).
It even stops right outside the Heineken Brewery...
It was a quick day and time to head back to the train. I'm glad we got to see the city and we know that we definitely want to go back. One day was not enough for us :-)
And of course I have to post this picture of the VERY PUBLIC urinal! Sorry Ladies...you're out of luck, I guess!...lol!
After another night at the Lawrence's they took us to a local park. It was really fun...the German's really know how to build a park. I should mention the fact that the rides and equipment should be used only by children...I managed to sustain some injuries but thankfully there are no pictures.
