Houseboat news around the world
Houseboat bedroom with underwater coral reef view
Dubai’s incredible houseboats: 'Floating Seahorses' Dubai is known for crazy, breathtaking projects like the world’s tallest building, indoor ski-slopes and man made islands, to name a few. The story that we are going to share with you is a perfect example of the city’s extravagant ambitions in terms of real estate. The ‘Floating Seahorse’ Project takes place in The World, an artificial archipelago shaped like the Earth’s continents. The first prototype has been unveiled last month. UPDATE: See exclusive pictures of the most exclusive houseboat here Two levels are located above sea level, offering an amazing view and great luxury design. (image: Kleindienst.ae) About 130 partially submerged luxury villas are to be built in a cluster of islands known as ‘the Heart of Europe’ with islands named ‘Germany’ or ‘Switzerland’. Ninety of the villas will be located at heart-shaped ‘St. Petersburg’ island. Behind this project is Kleindienst Group, the real estate developer who owns th
Dutch circular design houseboat project
Dutch houseboat dream may come true in Abu Dhabi Creating floating homes, designed and built in The Netherlands, to introduce a whole new way of living in Abu Dhabi. That is the dream of the Dutch entrepreneur Berend Lens van Rijn, owner of Belevari Marine and a visionary when it comes to new ways of living on the water. Van Rijn: “We’re taking the concept of a houseboat to a whole new level.” This is what Dutch houseboat experience shipped to Abu Dhabi looks like. (Artist impression by Waterlovt) The idea started just over a year ago when it struck Van Rijn (40) that he paid huge amounts of money on renting a traditional apartment while he actually makes his money on the water with Belevari Marine. “I realized that we, as Dutchmen, have a huge experience when it comes to water management. Living on the water is one aspect of it. That was the moment when I started thinking about living on the water, and introducing this to Abu Dhabi”, explains Van Rijn in an interview with "Book a
Ikea chooses a houseboat to promote new store
Ikea’s houseboat cruise along the Thames The Swedish company is celebrating the upcoming opening of the IKEA store in Reading, UK. A houseboat (husbåt in Swedish) has been sailing the Thames River from Friday, 3rd June, and will stop in Oxford and Reading until Thursday, 30th June. IKEA has decided to underline something that Sweden and the Thames Valley have in common: living nearby water. Welcome aboard on the houseboat of Ikea, a great idea! (photo: Bookahouseboat.com/Ikea) Swedish way of life on IKEA’s houseboat To promote its new store, IKEA offers people the possibility to hop on and off the houseboat. The boat has a sundeck area decorated with outdoor furniture and faux grass where visitors can enjoy a live performance of Swedish music. The Swedish retail firm is also known for selling food, so guests can have a taste of Swedish traditional food and drinks such as meatballs or mocktails. Moreover, the staff members organize craft workshops such as flower garland making. The
The houseboat secrets of the south of France
Houseboats in the south of France What comes first to your mind when talking about houseboats in France is probably Paris with its péniches moored on the Seine. But this country has more to offer than the capital, such as the beautiful Southern coastal region where you can find several amazing houseboats. Actually, the South of France is a very touristic area where travelers get to discover a fascinating historical background. One of the major spots of the region: the Canal du Midi, registered as UNESCO world heritage. Built under the reign of Louis XIV, the Canal is 250 kilometers long. It enables you to moor your houseboat in one of its many lovely cities. Discover Canal du Midi from a houseboat Every year, about 50,000 tourists (2016) rent a boat to sail on the Canal and discover the very heart of the region. But you can also discover the region by riding your bike as there is a bikeway that was created especially for tourists. One of the houseboats available on our website is loca
Cardboard houseboat made of recycled cardboard
Houseboat made of recycled materials on the River Thames Recently, a new marvel of creative thinking has come forward. It is a cardboard houseboat that is primarily made of cardboard and starts its first journey over the broad range of the River Thames. This was an extraordinary effort, and oddly, it didn't sink and made its way to a beautiful spectacle. With every passing day, we see a new achievement and successful scientific experiments in the world of houseboating. There is simply no limit to the new adventures and experiments with floating homes. The crew and camera team driving the cardboard houseboat, completely made of recycled materials, on the River Thames. Waste floats the boat This different kind of boat, known to be classified as the makeshift boat and considered to be the first of its kind, was originally designed by Harry Dwyer and Charlie Waller. The concept of this boat was to build it using recycled material that is of no use. The boat, named This Way Up, was used
Meet the Transformer Houseboat
The ultimate houseboat for relaxing as you explore When it comes to unique accommodations, this 2.4m expandable houseboat is like a pop-up caravan that you can take on the water. And this is news that we really wanted to share with our houseboat community - we don't see such a great innovation every day! Although it might seem like the ultimate dream for adventuring travelers, when the owner of this Sunshine Coast travel company finished off her first trip to Australia, she wanted to make a new vehicle for exploring Australia's coast. Between her and her husband, it took them three months to design and research the craft and over a year to build it. When expanded, the sliding walls of this houseboat offer about 1.5 meters extra width. (photo: Transformis.com.au) True transformer houseboat The project has been seven years in the making and since that time the “transformer houseboat" has gained a lot of attention. While on the outside it looks like a typical pontoon boat, the full-si
Houseboating fits in new adventure trend
Travelling Dutch are seeking adventure again The Dutch have always loved travelling. But after discovering the world and sailing the world's seas in the Golden Ages they seemed to have forgotten about their adventurous past. But, those days are back again, says trend watcher Tessa aan de Stegge during the Dutch Holiday Fare ‘Vakantiebeurs’ in Utrecht. Forget the traditional hotel rooms and rent a houseboat! “The most striking difference with travelling ‘old school’ is that the Dutch think that having a new experience is increasingly more important then luxury. The travellers from the lowlands are visiting more unknown destinations and like to go on holiday without a very strict plan”, says Aan de Stegge. She also sees an increase in short trips. Visit great cities by houseboat Short and exciting trips. This fits well in the holiday vision of websites like our own. As Bookahouseboat.com offers adventurous accommodations on the water all over the world. The Dutchmen, who always ha
Houseboat meets RV
Hit the open water with an open road vehicle Hey houseboat fans! What is better than a houseboat, after renting one? Owning a houseboat that doubles as an RV. The Cool Amphibious Manufacturing International company has turned science fiction into reality. Creating the first RV that can also stay afloat on the water, they just upped the best adventure ever. If you have a family that can’t seem to agree on what to do on vacation, this may be the perfect solution. Take it for a ride around the nation, seeing all the sights imaginable, but settle occasionally on amazing waterways to sleep it off. Putting a new spin on a yacht and combining it with the ability to travel to the most far-reaching places of the world, who would have believed it was possible? One moment you're driving on the road, the next you're crossing a green field - and shortly after you're out in the open water! (photo: Camillc.com) Houseboat meets RV This luxury floating RV has all the room you can imagine with mode
Experience Amsterdam from a warm cozy houseboat this Christmas
Amsterdam during Christmas: the city of lights and houseboats If the holiday stress is getting too much, you should consider escaping for Christmas this year. The good news is that it is not too late to set out on an amazing adventure on the water, especially in Amsterdam. And we have some great last minute deals for you! Houseboats offer the most spectacular holiday experience to build memories with those you love. With events happening around the country, the right holiday trip is just search engine away. Actually you don't even to need to search yourself. Check the these houseboats on the Amsterdam canals which would be a great choice for your Christmas holiday. A houseboat in Amsterdam is really the perfect place to stay and enjoy the Amsterdam Light Festival during the cold winter season. This amazing houseboat in the Amsterdam Canals, in 'Oud West', a great stay for Christmas. Rent or be a spectator Escape for a night or set out for a getaway, there are many great things
Houseboat review: the Australian CaraBoat
Imagine having a caravan and a boat. In one… Looking for an amazing way to spend your free time, on both the road and on water? Check out the CaraBoat. This combination of a high-end caravan and a luxury houseboat enables you to go cruising on the water while the country's landscape passes by. Cruise to a campsite and just relax with your family and friends. For the true houseboat fan this is as good as it gets! Can you picture yourself driving the ultimate houseboat with your friends and family? (photo: CaraBoat) Speed up to 17 knots! Instead of having a stationary vacation home, the 7,5 meter long CaraBoat allows you to travel to various places either over land or water with all with the modern conveniences 'on board'. Rated as one of the best makers of mobile- and boat homes in the world, there are no expenses spared. Once the CaraBoat is put on the trailer the total length is 9,2 meter. You can drive it around just as easy as any other caravan. Once this beauty is released
How to stay adrift...
Dried up Rio Negro leaves houseboats on the bottom Nobody knows for sure what the exact reason is, but one thing is very clear: hundreds of houseboats are laying helpless on the bottom of the Rio Negro in Brazil. This is just one of the devastating results of one of the world's most important rivers drying up. The social, logistical, and economical consequences are gigantic, not to mention the impact on the food supply of millions of people living in the Amazon. By Bookahouseboat.com. Click here to see amazing photos of houseboats on the bottom of the dried up Rio Negro. Termed one of the biggest environmental disasters the world has ever known, the houseboats of Manaus are so much more than just boats grounded, destroyed, and sitting idly on land. A popular vacation area, the Manaus houseboat tour is one of the most adventurous tours along the Amazon River. It is visited by millions around the world. What they are witnessing today, however, is like nothing that has ever been seen be
Unforgettable houseboat trip
Two brothers, one houseboat, one destination One of the coolest things about a houseboat is that no two are ever alike. Not like spec homes in a cookie-cutter neighborhood, each houseboat is unique. One such unique houseboat was envisioned and built by two brothers who just wanted to spend some time enjoying the wide water and bonding. This is the story of a road trip over water from Alabama to Oklahoma. The Blue Creek Belle is the brainstorm creation of two guys who created their “man cave” out in the open air. Complete with all the modern conveniences of home and beyond, it makes a fishing trip something spectacular. The houseboat is ready for take-off, with all amenities aboard that suit a modern house. (photo: Cornelius Brothers / River Trip 2015) What novels are made of… Using a pontoon boat, the Cornelius Brothers handmade their own roving home. Taking off for adventures, they designed it to leave the stress and mundaneness of life in the wake of the water that travels behind