I always wanted to see the Flower festival in Holland and this year I'm planning to visit Keukenhof in May 2012. The parade is in April, but I am trying to avoid it as I'm sure Keukenhof will be jam packed. I'm interested to see the exhibitions in the castle gardens and admire the flowers, maybe take a boat ride and hire a bike to get around. Would anybody be interested to join me ? Can someone who's been at the festival give me some advice ? Thanks in advance, Iolanda