got really good info about a'dam above. definitely agree about seeing dj jean. i lived in a'dam for 2 years and saw him spin almost every fri at the it. great club and great lights. try to be there a fri nite and go to the it. about coffeshops go to de rokerij. there are 3 of them. they are all cool. go to the one by leidseplein. go to kremlin on sat nite, i think it is better than chemistry at escape. for bars go to three sisters, palladium, de kroon. they are nice classy bars. drink belgium beer. it is the best. most places have palm, a really good red beer. the mushrooms are intense. copolondia are the strongest. see crazy shit with them. mexican are cool, they are more mellow and you laugh more. ask the guys working at the smart shops and they will tell you everything you need to know. pm me if you have any questions. have fun.