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Canal Adventures. Renting a Boat for the Amsterdam Light Festival

Posted by Dana Marin | Dec 16, 2025 | Amsterdam, Lifestyle

…exclusively with electric boats. The company also operates under the name Canal Motorboats, which is part of the same organisation. I like that their boats are electric: you can enjoy the canals without polluting them, and they are quiet, something you especially notice in the smaller boats, when you’re closer to the water. At Eco Boats you can rent various types of boats, depending on what you’re looking for: larger cruise boats with a skipper,…

Things to Do in Utrecht: a Complete Guide to Discovering the City and Its Surroundings

Posted by Dana Marin | Feb 23, 2022 | All Photos, City Guides, The Netherlands

…the canal’s waters, while you enjoy dinner and watch the boats passing by! Canal tour. A boat ride through the canal network is always a great way to discover a Dutch city. Utrecht is no exception to that, and you can explore these scenic canals by boat, pedal boat or even kayak. Climb the Dom Tower and visit the Domkerk (St. Martin’s Cathedral). At 112 m and 32 cm (369 ft) in height, Dom Tower is the tallest church tower in the Netherlands. Climb…

Haarlem Day Trip from Amsterdam: Best Things to Do & See

Posted by Dana Marin | Oct 30, 2017 | All Photos, City Guides, The Netherlands

…em’s buildings are renowned for their unique style and character. ↪ Book a canal tour here: Haarlem Canal Cruise ● Taste local beers at the Jopenkerk This is a former church, transformed into a restaurant and microbrewery. I love how the practical Dutch transform church buildings into something else, when they are no longer used as worshipping places! The brewery itself cannot be visited because the space is too small; however, you can watch the b…

Canal houses

Posted by Dana Marin | Sep 29, 2011 | All Photos, Amsterdam

…merchants, bankers, craftsmen, doctors or artists. A characteristic of all canal houses is that they are very narrow but long, with big windows and dangerously narrow stairs inside; the façades are discretely decorated and have a pulley for transporting large objects to upper floors. The reason for this strange architectural decision is a very practical one: back when they were built, the property was taxed according to the width of the façade… Th…

Pride 2018 Amsterdam: the Canal Parade

Posted by Dana Marin | Aug 15, 2018 | All Photos, Culture and Events

…six-packs and pectorals, street parties, colourful boats sailing down the canal — this was the Canal Parade, the main event of the Pride Amsterdam Festival. It is a crazy day, the day of the parade, but I still love the vibe, I still go to watch the boats. No matter what haters will say, this day is filled with love and joy, and I won’t let anyone tell me otherwise. This is how it looked like in 2018: Stay tuned for more and follow Amsterdamian…

Canal houses — on the inside

Posted by Dana Marin | May 25, 2017 | All Photos, Amsterdam

Since my first visit in Amsterdam I was fascinated by the beauty of the canal houses. It wasn’t only the beautiful façades of Amsterdam houses that attracted me; I was curious to see what’s behind them. Of course, in Amsterdam you can peek through the big, curtain-less windows, and have a glimpse at the living rooms, but that only shows you a part of the house. Living here in the past six years, I had the opportunity to visit some of these houses…

Events in Amsterdam in 2026: Your Month-by-Month Guide

Posted by Dana Marin | Jan 9, 2026 | All Photos, Amsterdam, Culture and Events

…+ issues internationally Events in Amsterdam in August 2026 WorldPride and Canal Parade — Canal Parade on 1 August Amsterdam WorldPride culminates in the Canal Parade, where decorated boats move through the city’s canals. The event celebrates LGBTQ+ visibility and rights and is both festive and political in nature. Kwaku Summer Festival – 11 July – 2 August The Kwaku Summer Festival takes place over several weekends in Amsterdam-Zuidoost. It combi…

Amsterdam Light Festival 2025: A Winter Glow Over the Canals

Posted by Dana Marin | Oct 25, 2025 | All Photos, Amsterdam, Culture and Events

…ing foundation continue its activity, so that’s one thing to keep in mind. Canal Cruise A canal cruise offers an unforgettable experience. I still fondly remember the one from a few years back, in 2018, when we sailed after a stormy day on some unexpectedly calm waters. Imagine gliding under arches of glowing lights, witnessing radiant reflections dance on the gentle ripples, and looking up to see artistry hanging over you. The beauty of the light…

Day Trip to Delft: Things to Do in This Charming Dutch City

Posted by Dana Marin | Apr 10, 2022 | All Photos, City Guides, The Netherlands

…he heart symbolises the centre of the city. It’s a popular photo spot. ● A Canal Boat Trip Booking a canal boat trip in Delft is your ticket to experiencing the city’s historic charm and idyllic beauty from a completely unique perspective. I always love to take a boat trip in any city I visit, because it’s like discovering a new layer of the place. ↪ Plan your trip here: Canal cruise with guided commentary. ● Hortus Botanicus Hortus Botanicus Delf…

Amsterdam by Boat. Relax and Explore with Amsterdam’s cruise boat companies

Posted by Dana Marin | Jun 13, 2022 | All Photos, Amsterdam

…dam by water’ I would place the cruise in second place. That’s because the canal bikes offer the freedom to choose your own pace and route and give far better opportunities to take pictures. That being said, there definitely are some situations when the canal cruise is more suitable; a cold winter’s day for instance. When it’s windy and raining, a cover over your head can decide if you enjoyed the experience or not! If you decide to try a canal cr…