Amsterdam is a beautiful city - nice pictures btw :)
The first time we traveled to Amsterdam we also slept in a small hotel near Leidseplein and Vondelpark. One of the best memories was when we laid down in the park when the sun came out and a guy played on his guitar and sang to it for hours.
I understand your opinion about the Red Light District, can't understand the hype for it...
Greetings and write on! :)