There's a lot to say about this free city. Some of you at home would adore it, and the place I stayed (yes, for the very reason you're thinking). I can't say it's the city for me, but I did have a good time. Unfortunately I arrived on the 14th, which was a Sunday, and left that Wednesday, which didn't work well for late night dancing. So obviously I checked out some coffee shops and spent every night in the bar of my hostel. If you come to Amsterdam and you want to meet people, play pool, get high, drink beer, etc etc, then the Flying Pig is for you! On the other hand, if you don't want to worry about security and you need quiet space, don't come here. I had a good time, even made friends with one of the bartenders (consequently receiving a free drink or two). I drank a lot but after Belgium it didn't bother my head. Did I peruse any of Amsterdam's other joys? That you'll have to ask me yourself. *mysterious smile*
Amsterdam is incredibly bike friendly. In fact, if you hear any bells ringing behind you, jump immediately to the right or expect a front tire running you over. I took a bike tour that gave us some good city history then took us through town, outside, and to a cheese and clog farm. Yes, I have pictures of clogs on my feet. No, I didn't buy any for anyone! Afterwards I discovered 4 people together on the tour were at my hostel and they let me join their crew. Had dinner with them and the next day we all went to Van Gogh's museum. Personally, I found it slightly disappointing. An average history, great comparisons to other artists, lots of paintings especially of his self-portraits, but no famous paintings of any kinds. It cost 9 euro, I guess I expected just a little more of Van Gogh himself. Saw a few great Monet's though.
Well, the weather has been beautiful ever since...since July. I've been incredibly lucky! I am on my first day in Berlin now, and will write more as my time here develops!