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Amsterdam and Windmills

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September 3rd 2017
It was an early morning breakfast in the Lido. Over the PA it was announced that our arrival would be a bit later than planned this morning, due to the overnight helicopter “air rescue” expediting a patient’s transfer to shore during the night. We met some people who were awakened by the helicopter; so, I guess that that is one benefit of having an interior cabin! There are 450 fellow passen ... 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