Amsterdam’s Neon Isn’t for Everyone

I thought wandering Amsterdam at night would feel cinematic—like the city’s glow would fill in whatever was missing. But the truth is, the lights just made me more aware of how far I was from home. Every canal reflection was a reminder that I was still the same person, just in a different place. I stood on a bridge, phone in hand, trying to capture the scene. The photo looked perfect, but I didn’t post it. It felt dishonest. The city was beautiful, but I was just tired—of pretending, of chasing moments that never quite landed. Sometimes, the best lighting can’t fix what’s out of frame. #TravelConfessions #NightWanderer #UnfilteredTravel #Travel