One of the memorable aspects of our trip was that it involved our first every stay at a youth hostel. The StayOkay Vondelpark hostel was spartan (three bunk beds in a small room), but relatively clean and affordable. It was also close to Leidseplein which is a very happening place where we rented bicycles, canal bikes and took short walks. Our oldest child was very pleased when her canal bike took the lead in a race!