SAIL 2025 in Amsterdam: A Maritime Spectacle Like No Other SAIL Amsterdam, one of the world's largest and most spectacular maritime events, is set to return to Amsterdam in 2025, promising to be an unforgettable experience for all who attend. Held every five years, this iconic event transforms Amsterdam's waterfront into a vibrant celebration of nautical heritage, bringing together historic tall ships, modern vessels, and maritime enthusiasts from around the globe. SAIL 2025 will be a celebration of history, culture, and the spirit of adventure, making it a must-visit event for anyone with a love for the sea. The History and Significance of SAIL Amsterdam SAIL Amsterdam has a rich history that dates back to 1975 when it was first organized to celebrate the 700th anniversary of Amsterdam. The event was such a success that it became a quinquennial (5-yearly) tradition, attracting millions of visitors each time it is held. The event is more than just a parade of ships; it is a living tes
Amsterdam has existed for 750 years, a journey through time Welcome to Amsterdam, the enchanting capital that will celebrate its special 750th anniversary in 2025. With a history steeped in trade, culture and unique architecture, this city on the banks of the Amstel invites you to discover its rich heritage. Amsterdam, with its picturesque canals, historic buildings and vibrant atmosphere, is a vivid testament to age-old stories that have unfolded in its streets, alleys and canals. Let yourself be carried away by the charm of this beautiful metropolis and enter the special world of countless museums and monuments. Discover what makes this city a true treasure of history and culture. Amsterdam, an extraordinary place where past and present come together seamlessly, invites you on a journey through time in honor of its 750th anniversary. How Amsterdam came into being In 2025, Amsterdam will proudly celebrate its 750th anniversary, an iconic city steeped in fascinating events spanning dif
Tips when buying a houseboat The Dream of Living on the Water Living on a houseboat offers a unique lifestyle, whether you choose the tranquility of the water or the dynamics of the city. But before you dive into this adventure, it is important to consider several aspects. Different Types of Floating Homes There are various types of floating homes: Houseboats : Traditionally these were converted ships that were adapted for habitation. They often retain their characteristic ship appearance and can sometimes still sail. Houseboats : These resemble houseboats but are often larger and more luxurious. They are intended for permanent residence and are usually no longer seaworthy. Houseboats : These are floating houses without their own propulsion, built on a floating pontoon made of concrete or steel. They are usually spacious and modern, with all the comforts of a traditional home. Schark : A mostly metal ship, often a disused inland vessel or barge, on which a wooden, stone or plastic supe
Navigating Luxury on Water: An Odyssey of Art, Architecture, and Innovation A Vision Blossoming on Water In a world burgeoning with terrestrial architectural marvels, the venture of Luxus Na Vodě elegantly sails into the realm of aquatic living. Nestled in the serene embrace of nature, these houseboats are a testament to a dream that burgeoned in the heart of Martin Šturma, who longed for a secluded yet luxurious getaway with his wife. This unique project transcends conventional living, offering a blend of freedom, technological perfection, and self-sufficient houseboats that echo with the whispers of luxury and uncharted creativity. Architectural Excellence Meets Individuality At the heart of this venture lies a collaboration of esteemed minds. Architect Anna Šlapetová, a name synonymous with innovative design and architectural brilliance, lends her expertise to tailor a houseboat that resonates with the personality of its owner. Her architectural journey, enriched by an odyssey from
Introducing HolidayHack: Your Ultimate Way to Choose your Holiday Accommodation! When it comes to planning group holidays, we all know the drill. Endless chats and emails, sharing links to various accommodations, and trying to consolidate everyone's preferences can be a daunting task. But what if I told you that there's a new web app on the block that promises to make this process not only streamlined but also fun? Enter HolidayHack! What is HolidayHack? HolidayHack is an innovative web application designed to make the process of choosing holiday accommodation for groups a breeze. Gone are the days of lost emails and confusing chat threads. With HolidayHack, all your options are neatly organized in one place, making decision-making efficient and democratic. Try HolidayHack.com How Does It Work? The process is as simple as 1, 2, 3! Create Your List: Start by creating a list. This will be the place where all the magic happens. Add Listings: Once your list is created, you can begin
Bed and Breakfast Guide and History Amsterdam Let's start with the basics. What is a bed and breakfast? A bed and breakfast is a small, intimate accommodation that offers overnight stays and sometimes breakfast, but no other meals to its guests. The B&B is most often in the same house or apartment as where the people who run it live. Now let's go back in time: "What is the origin of the bed and breakfast"? The concept of a bed and breakfast, often abbreviated as B&B, has been around for centuries. Originating from the early European custom of opening one's house to travelers, B&Bs have evolved over time but have always held at their core the notion of hospitality. Medieval Europe and Monastic Lodgings Historically, monasteries and inns throughout Europe would offer lodging to travelers on religious pilgrimages during the medieval period. These establishments provided a bed for the night along with a meal in the morning before the travelers continued on their journey, very similar to
People have different ways of incorporating more environmentally friendly options in their ways of living. From actions as simple as recycling and composting, to choosing to make the switch to plant-based diets. Such diets can be made up of a flexible menu consisting of sustainable ingredients sourced with a smaller carbon footprint. Choosing to live a zero-waste lifestyle, which involves striving to use as few single-use products as possible and reducing the amount of waste one produces and throws away, is another way of incorporating an environmentally friendly lifestyle. Others may choose to make the shift to more renewable sources of energy through using solar panels or wind turbines, while others may choose to build or move to a more environmentally friendly living space. Some examples of more eco-friendly living options are prefabricated homes, zero-carbon homes that leave no carbon emissions, or earth-sheltered homes that are built into the side of a hill. Another eco-friendly l
AMSTERDAM LIGHT FESTIVAL When you think of Amsterdam, colorful tulips, people sitting along the sunny canals, bikers everywhere, are just some thing that can come to mind. But Amsterdam has so much more to offer than these stereo types. When you hear 'Amsterdam and festivals', you'll probably think of the hundreds of food and music festivals the city hosts every year. This festival is different, the Amsterdam Light Festival is doesn't have any music or DJs nor does it offer food. It does host about 25 incredible works of art that light the city's canals in the evening and night. During the months December and January, the cozy Dutch wintertime, The Light Festival is something unique you should visit. This year at its 8th edition, new artists and amazing installations are now waiting for you to visit! General info Didn't yet have time to plan when to visit Amsterdam? Why not this winter?! You are still on time to enjoy the Light Festival as it starts on November 28, 2019 and
Woodstock couple falls in love with the houseboat life In the summer of 1969 Bobbi and Nick Ercoline were, unknowingly, photographed during the legendary Woodstock festival. This picture became the cover of the iconic album Woodstock: 'Music from the Original Soundtrack and More'. Now, in the winter of 2019 the couple are the guests of honor of ‘Woodstock The Story – 50th Anniversary Tour’. During their stay in Amsterdam, they lived the most bohemian, hippie-esque life possible: on a houseboat. And they fell in love, head over heels, again. Text and photo's: Juul Steyn Bobbi and Nick Ercoline fell in love all over again both with each other and the hippie lifestyle on a houseboat (photo: Juul Steyn / Bookahouseboat.com) A trip down memory lane What a contrary this trip to Amsterdam was compared with their visit to the festival of peace, love and great music 50 years ago. Time for a trip down memory lane. Back then they had not even planned on going, but there was some magic bu
Why you should rent a houseboat in Amsterdam Let’s be honest; we all try to do something different when we travel but mostly, we wind up doing the same thing. It’s true, walking tours and hotel chains always seem to feature on a city break but when do we really venture out to try something new? Now: that’s not to say there is anything wrong with either of the above but there’s only so many times you can do the same thing and expect a different outcome. In other words, travel is supposed to be about new experiences and booking a houseboat in Amsterdam is surely a lot more exciting than another night at the Best Western or any other hotel in the city. In this interview we ask Robert, award winning host of a floating B&B in Amsterdam, why houseboat holidays are so appealing. And we take a quick look at what makes Amsterdam so special. Amsterdam houseboat rentals Reason #1: Get a new perspective on Amsterdam “Amsterdam is quite a contrast to most cities in Europe. As you know, bicycl
Eco friendly houseboat based on container Acquiring good low-cost housing is often quite an endeavor for young people who are looking to buy their dream house. Which preferably is environmental friendly as well. McMurdo – an eco-designer – proved it is possible: he turned a 40ft shipping container into a floating home. By Linh Vo Mc Murdo finished his degree in product design and visualization at Bournemouth University. He worked as car designer for some time in Cologne, Germany, but soon found out German culture is way ahead of Britain in terms of recycling. So back to the UK, chasing his dream – he designed an astonishing eco friendly houseboat along the way. ‘No need for mud and hemp’ Back in his motherland he founded the company Reestore. This is when he explored his designing and manufacturing ideas from waste destined for landfill. Designing environmentally friendly is not easy, especially if you want to make it look good. But McMurdo has upgraded this way of designing to the n
Le Koroc: the ultimate fisherman’s houseboat By Linh Vo If you’re a fisherman, you probably recognize the feeling of just not wanting to get off the water when time tells you to end your fishing trip. Well, from now on you don’t have to anymore. Owners of a ‘Le Koroc’ houseboat can stay on the water 24/7 and still enjoy a home cooked meal and a good night rest. Want to move to a new fishing water? Just hook your floating fishing home up to a medium sized trailer and off you go! The ultimate fishing houseboat enables you to fish, sleep, cook, wash and cruise the waters. Pretty much the fisherman's wet dream. (photo: Daigno.ca) 'Le Koroc' is built by Daigno, a company located in Quebec, Canada. Recently, the company successfully launched this ultimate fishing houseboat. According to the company this driving houseboat is best described as “a unique and refined craft for nature lovers and fishing aficionados.” For those anglers who can’t stop exploring the rest of the world, this dr