Hop-on and Hop-off Amsterdam’s Canals

Amsterdam Canal Tour..

Sightseeing on Amsterdam's waterways is the best way to explore the city: Amsterdam's extensive canal network makes it possible to get around the city by canal and there are many operators offering canal tours. However, Amsterdam's canals and waterways offer more than a means of transportation.  Along the waterways are many magnificent buildings and charming bridges that make up some of the city's long and rich history.  Many of the city's main sightseeing attractions are along the … [Read more...]

Amsterdam sightseeing – Zaanse Schans

Zaanse Schans - Windmills and the traditional Dutch way of life: Windmills, tulips and clogs are some of the archetypical symbols that come to mind when we think of Holland.  So when the opportunity came to see a real life Dutch windmill, I made a trip to Zaanse Schans so that windmills are no longer just images on tins of cookies and chocolate wrappers. Our 15-day river cruise starts from Amsterdam so we had time for some sightseeing before our boat makes its journey to Budapest.  If … [Read more...]