Yesterday we flew on the overnight flight to Amsterdam. Nighmarish flight with poor old Jack, who refused to sleep except for a tiny bit at the end. But we made it and checked into this very nice hotel room in the airport (we can't leave the airport because of Andre's visa situation so we're staying here until our flight leaves early Wednesday morning):
They are called "cabins" and are really small but beautifully done and just enough space for everything, including Jack's pac n play. After a good nap for all three of us, we had lunch, explored the airport and were very impressed with what we found. And there's even a tiny RijksMuseum here! (So I did get to see some of the great works of art, despite not being able to set foot outside the airport!) And Jack had great fun playing at this playground with several other little ones:
I think what impressed me the most was the recently added "Baby Care Lounge". It's got these gorgeously done up cubicles complete with a bench for the mom, crib for the baby, and curtains that pull all the way around for naps. And there's a huge counter-top with changing pads and deep sinks to give a baby bath too! Amazing!
Thankfully, we do not need the "Baby Care Lounge" for our 24 hour stay, due to my sweet Husband's forethought in booking us a room. But, if we did, we'd be well taken care of!So if you're looking for good sightseeing in Amsterdam, the airport's pretty great :)
2 comments:
Sorry the flight was rough. Hope the next one is a little easier =) thanks for posting an update!!
We were really impressed with Amsterdam airport when we flew to Cape Town for Aju and Carm's wedding as well. It seemed really well equipped for kids (of the big and small variety) and I remember thinking that if we have long airport stays when we've got children I hope they can be there. Will be praying the rest of your travelling goes smoothly.
Love Becky
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