The Netherlands - More than just Amsterdam
https://commons.wikimedia.org/wiki/File:Groningen -7.jpg The Netherlands was my second home for about 3 years. I moved there when I was 18. I lived in Friesland, an autonomous region in the Netherlands, located in the North of the country. After about 3 hours in train from Amsterdam you will reach Leeuwarden . This vibrant city was the European Cultural Capital in 2018. If you are looking for a less crowded city, Leeuwarden will be a great stop. It is well linked with many cities worth to visit, but also easy to access from other more popular Dutch destinations. Take a walk in the park, visit it by boat, and wonder at its "Pisa tower" - Oldehove, a leaning tower situated nearby the park. You have a great view from the top. If you ever find yourself in Friesland, go to the port town of Harlingen . You will find no tourist around. You can grab a coffee by the beach, or even go swimming during the warm days. Take an ice-cream to go and walk around the few streets to see this p...