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Where to stay in Amsterdam – a neighbourhood by neighbourhood guide
Amsterdam is a fairly small city but it has a lot of very unique areas that feel completely different from one another. If you’re visiting
Where is the Amsterdam sign?
Many people go looking for the famous Amsterdam sign, hoping to snap a perfect picture of this Amsterdam icon ready to upload on Instagram and
New Year’s Resolutions in Amsterdam– must do’s in 2020.
With Christmas and New Year out of the way, we’ve been considering our new year’s resolutions here at Starboard Boats! And we thought we’d share
Where and when to see Tulips in Amsterdam
Why are there so many Tulips in Amsterdam? Tulips have been associated closely with the Netherlands and Holland in particular, since the 16th century. The
What to do for Xmas and NYE in Amsterdam?
The Dutch really do know how to make the best of the festive season and if you’re in Europe over the Christmas break, then we
What is the Amsterdam climate like?
The Amsterdam climate is, like much of north-western Europe, pretty mixed. The summers tend to be fairly dry and warm and the winters long, wet and a bit cold. Although the weather
What to see in Amsterdam – alternative sights away from the tourist track
Amsterdam has a fair few sights that are considered must-see by most tourists visiting the city. Images of the Red-Light District, Rijksmuseum and Dam Square
Do you tip in Amsterdam? Etiquette, norms and social customs in the Netherlands
Whether you’re visiting friends in the Netherlands, on business in Amsterdam or just traveling for a holiday, getting to grips with Dutch social norms and
Weekends in Paradise – What to do in Amsterdam in 3 days
Amsterdam may be a relatively small city in comparison with other major European capitals but you couldn’t experience everything this city has to offer in