Spent morning at Keukerhof which has some 7 million tulips. Began in late 1940s as a fair. land was originally vegetable garden for Bavarian princess. Tulipmania began in 17th century. Keuken means kitchen. some 7 million tulips are planted each year. Park has about 15 km of walks. Very scenic. Biggest spring garden in the world. Also has 2500 species. When we were there, spring was late and the blooms were about 4 weeks behind. Still, the tulips are plan...

Arrived today. Hectic flight from Columbus to Dulles but arrived safely. Airport named ships hell because of the number of wrecks found when land was drained . Had bus tour of Amsterdam, a city of 750000 began in 1200s. Took picture of windmill favored by Rembrandt. Also ate fresh herring at a street stand. Biggest tourist attraction is Anne Frank museum where the wait is more than an hour. Before ww2 there were 16000 Jews but only 600 survived. Photos of can...