Stop One- Amsterdam

After a harrowing hour of realizing I forgot my malaria pills and trying to figure out how to procure them (thank you, thank you, thank you Thomson Safari)  we boarded the plane and were eastward bound.
Arriving in Amsterdam we took the train to the City Center, about 20 minutes and then a taxi- 12 euros. We are staying at a charming little hotel,the Hotel Hegra, on the Herengracht Canal. The room, which ended up being on the steep stained third floor overlooks the canal and is totally adequate for our needs.

Killing time until the room was ready we went to a little neighborhood cafe and had delicious omelette so and cappuccinos accompanied with some awesome fresh orange juice. Strolling around the Jordaan neighborhood we ended up taking a canal boat ride in the intermittent rain which was the perfect thing to do, a little look around, a little history, followed by a welcome nap!
Heading back out later we further explored the Jordaan neighborhood ending up at a devious Turkish restaurant with outstanding mezzas, appetizers that satisfied.
Topping out day off with a walk though the infamous red light district- Yes we think it is probably all it is cracked up to be (but not at 8 at night..)- we head for home to put our feet up and get ready for a cultural day tomorrow.