Some of the most widely used sayings about boats in Amsterdam are: “Boats are holes in the water, into which you throw money.” “Boats are expensive, I’d rather have friends with boats.” “The happiest day of a boat owner’s life…
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“Twenty years from now, you will be more disappointed by the things you didn’t do than those you did. So throw off the bowlines. Sail away from safe harbour. Catch the wind in your sails. Explore. Dream. Discover.” —…
Mediamatic Eten is the new waterfront bar and restaurant of Mediamatic Biotoop; a place where they explore the possibilities and challenges that new technology offers art, design and society.…
The WakaWaka lamp and charger is a very useful thing to have on your boat. It can help you charge your phone or music boombox, or find stuff in the dark. It is handy to have around as a back up…
Pizzeria San Marco, is the place to drop by if fancy a pizza while cruising around the Amstelkanaal. Placed on an old Watch Tower of the canal bridge, it is a very interesting view to see while you are approaching the…
Today was an exciting day. For the first time in my life, I got the chance to step on board the ARA Libertad Frigate, which arrived past Friday July 8 to the port of Amsterdam. The Argentine Navy Training Tall…
Roest is Amsterdam’s city beach. And it feels a bit like being in Berlin: Young crowd. Hip beauties. A place with vibrant vibes and where pretensions are thrown overboard. Located at an industrial area involving an old steel factory and warehouses…
Hannekes Boom is the first place I ever went with my boat. It stole my heart from day one. One of the most solid places for the summer. Its decor and ambience is nice, with nice lighting and aIt…
Brouwerij ‘t IJ is simply the best, as and when it comes to local brewed beer. Based at the side of the Niewuevaart canal and overviewing the Gooyer windmill. Its one of our favourites. They have a large terrace with long tables outside where you…
Amstelhaven is one of those hidden petit places you don’t want to miss. It sits opposite to the prestigious Amstel hotel, and it has one of the nicest terraces in town. It has a nice interior with a modern touch including chesterfield…