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Hi everyone,

I have somewhat of a dilemma here. I'm in the Netherlands on a studyabroad thing. My classes end next week, and I don't start new classes till the middle of May. My accomodation also runs out next week and thus far I've been unable to find new accomodation. So I've decided to backpack around Europe till my next classes start. BUT, I don't know what to do with my laptop! It seems reckless to bring it to hostels with me. Anyone ever done this? I was thinking that if I do, I might just keep it in my daypack at all times (it's an ibook so it's tiny), but I like to go hiking and stuff and I might get caught out in the rain.

Any advice would be well appreciated. Also, does anyone have experience with cheap places for left-luggage in Europe? I have a huge suitcase that I'm going to need to store as well while I'm gone. I was thinking of leaving it at Amsterdam (Schiphol) airport, but its over 100 euros for a month. eugh. Any other ideas?

thanks!