When Erik Torkells told his sister, Molly, he'd take her anywhere in the world as a 40th-birthday present, she picked Las Vegas. Clearly, there was work to be done.
All you can do is promise yourself that you won't screw up the same way next time. When I asked Molly if there'd be a next time, she said, "Oh, yes. But it won't be as much fun without you." And then she laughed--in that way that only big sisters know how to do.
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Transportation
- Bike City Bloemgracht 68-70, 011-31/20-626-3721, bikecity.nl, day rental from $14
Lodging
- 't Hotel Leliegracht 18, 011-31/20-422-2741, thotel.nl, from $140
Food
- Vlaams Frites Huis Voetboogstraat 33, 011-31/20-624-6075, fries $2.50
- Eetsalon Van Dobben Korte Reguliersdwarsstraat 5, 011-31/20-624-4200, sandwich $3
- Da Portare Via Leliegracht 34, no phone, pizza from $11
- Bordewijk Noordermarkt 7, 011-31/20-624-3899, bordewijk.nl, dinner menu $54
- Spanjer & Van Twist Leliegracht 60, 011-31/20-639-0109, salad $11
Note: This story was accurate when it was published. Please be sure to confirm all rates and details directly with the companies in question before planning your trip.