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European Train Travel Adventures
Right off the start, I’m going to highly recommend that you download the train apps for the countries you are visiting at home to ensure you get the English options. I had not done this for one app and found myself muddling through the Dutch app and hoping for the best! You can buy a train pass and your tickets ahead of time but we never do. It’s the way we travel I guess. On our own timeline! I will also say, don’t be afraid of using the metro (subways) either! They are quick, come often and are totally safe. Always watch for pickpockets, keep your purse zipped shut and…
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Zaandam, Zaanse Schans – Netherlands
We took the train north to see the Windmills in Zaandam Zaanse Schans. It is an easy train ride, direct and took about 20 mins to arrive in this cute small town. The walk to the tourist site took us about 15 mins leisurely walking from the train station and an underpass that takes you to the other side of the highway. I did notice that what looked like a bike rental company when you come out of the underpass if you wanted to rent a bike and tour the whole town. The homes are cute and there are several shops along the way. We crossed a large bridge that…
