The ship arrives on time. This is the end of the cruise portion of our trip. We will spend 4 nights in Amsterdam before returning to Florida.
We departe the ship pretty much on time. The process is slightly different than usual. We are seen by local custom officials, have our passport stamped, and then gather our luggage.
With help from a porter We board our bus. We have elected to take a canal cruise in Amsterdam, then being dropped off at the airport. From there we will take a taxi to our hotel. A convoluted route, but one we could manage. Taking two trains would have been more economical but I am not comfortable with all the luggage.
The weather in Amsterdam turned out better than forecast. The canal cruise was good and our tour guide was excellent.
The walk from bus parking to the taxi area at the airport was long. Despite telling us one fare, the cab driver charged me much more. I learned later that this is a common problem in Amsterdam.
We get to our hotel. It is prepaid except for taxes. My primary card won't work. Backup card works fine.
I use the questionable card multiple times at other locations and it works every time.
I understand Europe hotel rooms are small compared to American standards, but I was not prepared for how small this one really is. Smaller than any cruise ship cabin I have ever had, and more to the point not conveniently designed. So be it.
We are exhausted, grab a bite at the hotel, and call it a night. Our tour driver will be picking us up at 8:15 for a 10 hour tour.
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