trains of flowers

Explore the Dutch Countryside

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June 27th 2011
This morning we board our tour bus with luggage, having packed everything the night before. After our excursions today, we embark the MS Prinsendam and the cruise begins! First we stop in Alsmeer, the center of horticulture, at the flower auction. This is a very impressive place. Just the size is overwhelming. Thousands of flowers are auctioned here and sent all over the world. As visitors, we ... read more

Europe » Netherlands » North Holland » Amsterdam

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The Kingdom of the Netherlands was formed in 1815. In 1830 Belgium seceded and formed a separate kingdom. The Netherlands remained neutral in World War I, but suffered invasion and occupation by Germany in World War II. A modern, industrialized natio... ... read more