Yeah, that would put anyone off. I've only spent a week in Amsterdam, but I don't recall any negative experiences at all. When travelling I do tend to eschew

Yeah, that would put anyone off. I've only spent a week in Amsterdam, but I don't recall any negative experiences at all. When travelling I do tend to eschew touristy areas - other than having to look at specific places / objects, access museums or historic sites, etc - then a quick escape to less tourist-heavy areas. I'm sure we all do the same in places we live, and therefore know well, but I guess holiday mode puts us in a more sanguine mood.