Many US travelers to The Netherlands do not venture north, instead staying in and around Amsterdam - this is a huge mistake. Friesland is a beautiful place that must be experienced. And Piaam-State Bed and Breakfast in Piaam, just outside Makkum, is a great place to stay - a good location to venture out to Leeuwarden, Sneek, Franeker, Bolsward, Heerenven, and other cities. The owner Antoinette Groeneveld is one of the world's finest humans - you will make a friend for life - which is really the best part of travel, isn't it? read more