freakydiver 0 #1 March 28, 2003 Anyone here have any good suggestions on things to do in Amsterdam (favorite things to see, favorite sections, favorite smokehouses, etc...)? I'm leavin in one WEEK -- (N.DG) "If all else fails – at least try and look under control." -- Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Beeron 0 #2 March 28, 2003 Three words......"Red", "Light", "District" Have fun!!! B~ Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
kevin922 0 #3 March 28, 2003 I think her name was joline? Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
jtval 0 #4 March 28, 2003 two word "They" "have" "LEGALIZED' "marijuana" "there," "have" "fun" "but" "be" "careful" so I cant count! lolMy photos My Videos Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
freakydiver 0 #5 March 28, 2003 Let me further detail my request - I am familiar with all of the different sections of Amsterdam - I am looking for more solid try this place, or go check out this place suggestions... Thanks!! -- (N.DG) "If all else fails – at least try and look under control." -- Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
kevin922 0 #6 March 28, 2003 Quotetwo word "They" "have" "LEGALIZED' "marijuana" "there," "have" "fun" "but" "be" "careful" so I cant count! lol I was thinking about this, if you do MJ in a country where it is LEGAL will you fail your security paperwork here in the US when they ask about your drug use? *scratches head* Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
jtval 0 #7 March 28, 2003 yesd I belive you NEED it out of your system when you come hiome and pee in a cup!My photos My Videos Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
skybytch 273 #8 March 28, 2003 I've never been there... but I've heard the Bulldog is a fun place... edit - btw, I'm jealous. Maybe next year... Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
freakydiver 0 #9 March 28, 2003 And in all reality - it is not legal in Holland or Amsterdam, it is tolerated. Big difference (although not much considering I'll be walking into a "shop" of choice in a week and purchasing my warez of choice without too many worries)... HEH HEHEHEHEHEHEHEHEH I've heard the Bulldog is touristy as all hell and back from numerous resources... -- (N.DG) "If all else fails – at least try and look under control." -- Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
freakydiver 0 #10 March 28, 2003 "will you fail your security paperwork here in the US when they ask about your drug use" I don't get yer drift? -- (N.DG) "If all else fails – at least try and look under control." -- Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
jlmiracle 7 #11 March 28, 2003 I heard the Grasshopper Coffee Shop is pretty popular. I've seen pictures of the Marijuana Museum. Looks like a nice place to visit. JudyBe kinder than necessary because everyone you meet is fighting some kind of battle. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
skybytch 273 #12 March 28, 2003 Quote I've heard the Bulldog is touristy as all hell and back That doesn't surprise me... I first heard about it back in '86. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
PhillyKev 0 #13 March 28, 2003 Here's a pretty decent website with info... http://www.geocities.com/Augusta/5173/ Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
karma 3 #14 March 28, 2003 Really are coffeeshops all you can think off. There are many thing you could do in Amsterdam besides our famous coffeeshops. Check out this website, it's the site about Amsterdam. Have fun when you're there. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
nacmacfeegle 0 #15 March 28, 2003 Some very cool things about Amsterdam...Or so I'm told Virtually everyone speaks English, and they are more than pleased to help you out. The Dutch are cool people. Public transport. You can get trams or busses everywhere you want to go, and day passes for canal busses are worth it. Coffeeshops. Great coffee, food, beer, etc, plus all the cannabis you could wish for (you can only buy limited quantities at a time, but the limits are generous). You should only buy it where you feel comfortable, and never buy any drugs on the street. I'd recommend the Grasshopper for a first coffeeshop experience. Lisa mentioned the Bulldog, which is actually a chain of franchised coffeeshops/pubs, but equally reputable as the Grasshopper. Red light district. Its not as seedy as it sounds, and is actually a tourist attraction. Its reasonably safe, but I'd exercise the same caution as I would in any major city. Museums and art galleries are plentiful, exhibitions vary and are seasonal, if that floats your boat. Jumping? I'd try and take some time out from the bachanale, and either go to Teuge, or Texel. Both are cool dzs, and reachable via public transport, Teuge certainly is. I think Dragon2 who posts here jumps at Teuge. Apart from that buy a Rough Guide, or visit any of the plentiful tourist bureaus around the town. Have fun, its a cool place. -------------------- He who receives an idea from me, receives instruction himself without lessening mine; as he who lights his taper at mine, receives light without darkening me. Thomas Jefferson Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
chaz 0 #16 March 28, 2003 Freecity is an amazing place to hang out for an afternoon. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
nacmacfeegle 0 #17 March 28, 2003 "Maybe next year... " Now THAT sounds like a plan. -------------------- He who receives an idea from me, receives instruction himself without lessening mine; as he who lights his taper at mine, receives light without darkening me. Thomas Jefferson Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
racer42 0 #18 March 28, 2003 I'm sure I have plenty of good suggestions on what to do in Amsterdam.......if only I could remember??????L.A.S.T. #24 Co-Founder Biscuit Brothers Freefly Team Electric Toaster #3 Co-Founder Team Non Sequitor Co-Founder Team Happy Sock Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
PhillyKev 0 #19 March 28, 2003 QuoteReally are coffeeshops all you can think off. There are many thing you could do in Amsterdam besides our famous coffeeshops. Yeah...don't forget about the hookers!!! Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
karma 3 #20 March 28, 2003 Quote The Dutch are cool people. Thanks. Quote Jumping? I'd try and take some time out from the bachanale, and either go to Teuge, or Texel. Both are cool dzs, and reachable via public transport, Teuge certainly is. It is true that Teuge is somewhat more reachable. This is because Texel is an island. How ever if you can make it to Texel I can assure you you won't be disappointed. Texel is a very cool DZ and has a beautiful view from 13.000 ft. For more information on Teuge check out this website. For more information on Texel check out this website. Hope this helps you make some choices. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
karma 3 #21 March 28, 2003 LMAO. Thanks, I almost forgot about the hookers. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
SkyDekker 1,465 #22 March 28, 2003 If you are in for something more serious...try and make it to the Anne Frank house, certainly made a huge impression on me. If you ain't Dutch, you ain't much.... Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
nacmacfeegle 0 #23 March 31, 2003 I forgot to add that Schiphol has probably the best tax free shopping in the western hemisphere.-------------------- He who receives an idea from me, receives instruction himself without lessening mine; as he who lights his taper at mine, receives light without darkening me. Thomas Jefferson Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
mccordia 74 #24 March 31, 2003 I think the dropzone easyest to reach from Amsterdam is actualy Hilversum http://www.pcmn.nl/pcmnsite/freestyle.php?key=101&cntxt=english but Texel is probably the best place to go in terms of jumping, since they have the cool planes and altitude... Paraclub Flevo is also reachable by train (40 minutes or so) and Skydive Rotterdam is also quite do-able (if you want to hop a few DZ's..there's quite a few DZ's in this tiny country... http://www.parachute.nl/images/kaart.gif Give a scream if you need anything...plenty of dutch DZ.commers around here that can help out.. Cya, JCJC FlyLikeBrick I'm an Athlete? Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
miked10270 0 #25 March 31, 2003 Quote I forgot to add that Schiphol has probably the best tax free shopping in the western hemisphere. Err... and some of the most paranoid airport security. This is based on the fact that even pre 9/11 and despite my honest face I have NEVER managed to transit through Schipol without being strip searched . Then again, some of you may look on this as a further atraction. Mike. Taking the piss out of the FrenchAmericans since before it was fashionable. Prenait la pisse hors du FrançaisCanadiens méridionaux puisqu'avant lui à la mode. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
