We head to Valkenburg today to see the famed Christmas caves and do some Crimbo shopping. It costs about 3.75 euros for adults and 2 for kids. The entrance to the caves is gorgeous, in a tiny 'village' with a huge nativity scene and Father Christmas and Rudolph with their sleigh on top of the huts. Surrounding huts sell bratwursts and hot chocolate, perfect winter fuel. The caves are quite stunning, huge height and width which you could easily get lost i...

Red Light District We finally reach Amsterdam which is somewhat bittersweet as it means the tour will soon be over, however, I have been really look forward to Amsterdam(age).For once we are in a hotel and have a 'luxury' meal. Oh the joy of broccoli and carrots after two weeks without so much as a pea!!The bedrooms still leave a lot to be desired, but at least there are clean towels.Oh the joy! Anyway, back to Amsterdam.We spend our first night going to see ...

We are visiting the village of Edam today where the legendary cheese is made and what a charming village it is. We get to cycle around the village on "granny" bikes which have no brakes on the handlebars, you simply pedal backwards to stop. Cue numerous (hilarious) accidents, particularly by moi, I think I had three crashes.The bike ride was such a laugh and was a really good way to see the village. So if you ever want to cycle around Edam, I refer you ...

We are visiting the village of Edam today where the legendary cheese is made and what a charming village it is. We get to cycle around the village on "granny" bikes which have no brakes on the handlebars, you simply pedal backwards to stop. Cue numerous (hilarious) accidents, particularly by moi, I think I had three crashes.The bike ride was such a laugh and was a really good way to see the village. So if you ever want to cycle around Edam, I refer you ...

We are visiting the village of Edam today where the legendary cheese is made and what a charming village it is. We get to cycle around the village on "granny" bikes which have no brakes on the handlebars, you simply pedal backwards to stop. Cue numerous (hilarious) accidents, particularly by moi, I think I had three crashes.The bike ride was such a laugh and was a really good way to see the village. So if you ever want to cycle around Edam, I refer you ...