Interview with Trent from PinkisthenewBlog.com

Was this your first time in Amsterdam?
1.  Yes this was my first trip to Amsterdam.

What did you think about The Netherlands before you got over there?
2. I'm not sure what my perceptions of the Netherlands were before my trip. I guess I always considered Amsterdam a wild and crazy town.

Did your perceptions change once you were there?
3. I was pleasantly surprised to learn that Amsterdam is a surprisingly quiet and normal city. Even walking in the Red Light District seemed nice and normal.

What are the first things you did when you got there?
4. The first thing I did upon arrival was head into town to find a power plug adapter. I brought along 3 adapters and none of them were 3-prong and I needed one of these to power my computer. Everyone I encountered on my quest was very helpful.

Did you use a bike to get around? (If so, how was it?)
5. I did not get the chance to bike around and I still regret not doing so.

How did you like the hotel?
6. I stayed at the Lloyd Hotel and loved it! Each room was unique from the others. It is a very cool hotel. Rachel (from Scenestars) managed to score the coolest room ... her bed fit about 12 people comfortably.

Did you get to hang out with any other bloggers? What did you do?
7. I did get to hang out with a few other bloggers but spent most of my time with Rachel (from Scenestars) and David (from Jossip).  It was on this trip that David and I first met and subsequently came to grow quite fond of one another.

8. We did the usual touristy stuff but I think my favorite things were the Van Gough Museum and the candle light canal ride.

Did you have any great food?
9. All the food was great, my one regret was that I never got to eat at Febo.

How was the weather?
10. The weather was okay, it did get a bit chilly and it rained a few times but we were having such a great time it never detracted from our fun.

Did your readers know that you were going to A'dam? Did they give you
any good recommendations about things to do?
11. I did mention on my blog that I was going on the trip and I got tons of great recommendations. I was lucky enough to meet a few PITNB readers while in Amsterdam.  If I were to give out recommendations I would merely say to take your time and you'll find your own way.

How were the Dutch?
12. The Dutch were very welcoming, I was never mistreated in any way for being an American. Everyone was always so friendly.

How was the experience?
13. The whole experience was so much fun. Since this was my first trip to Europe I was hoping for a fun experience and this trip did not disappoint. Amsterdam is a great city and I can't wait to go back.