Visiting a Canal House in Amsterdam
As you walk or sail along the canals of Amsterdam you’ll see the famous canal houses which give the city’s historic centre its distinctive architectural style. These ‘dancing houses’ (known as such due to the fact that they are now so wonky) were once homes for wealthy merchants but now are mostly offices or hotels. […]
Spring is coming! Here are our pick of the best things to do in Amsterdam in March
‘March comes in like a lion and leaves like a lamb…’ January and February can be pretty miserable months in Amsterdam with the year’s worst weather but as March comes along, the days are becoming longer and brighter already! Spring is one of the best times to be in the city – after a long […]
Looking for the best Arcade Amsterdam has to offer? Here are our favourites….
Feeling in the mood for a bit of nostalgia? Whether you’re wanting to recreate a first date many years ago or looking for an Amsterdam stag do or hen do activity with a difference that will take you straight back to when you were kids, it’s difficult to beat an hour or two at the […]
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 the city but aren’t sure where to stay, read on… Here is our neighbourhood by neighbourhood guide to the city’s districts so you know where to stay in Amsterdam 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 some of them with you – whether you’re a born-or-bred local or just visiting for a weekend, these are some great ways to make the most of Amsterdam in 2020. […]
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 a life time – there is always something going on! In the modern world’s time-pressured and busy way of life, it’s often only possible to get a few days away […]