While Amsterdam’s popularity is well-deserved, travelers who fail to venture farther afield are missing out on some of Europe’s picture-perfect villages. Merely minutes from Amsterdam, the countryside is awash with lush green pastures, flower-adorned cottages, and quaint postcard-perfect villages where time seems to have stood still. The three towns of Volendam, Edam and Marken—all distinct yet easy to visit within one day—make for the perfect day trip from Amsterdam.   VILLAGE DAY TRIP FROM AMSTERDAM Amsterdam’s phenomenal biking and public transportation infrastructure makes it one of my favorite day trip…