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Willemstad to Amsterdam, Netherlands - August 22 - August 29, 2013

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August 29th 2013
Published: September 26th 2013
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We left Willemstad and headed west out to the North Sea to make the jump up on the outside to get to Amsterdam. The plan is to visit Amsterdam for a few days and then move on to Lelystad where we will take the boat out of the water for repairs. We had a very pleasure journey out to the North Sea with little traffic and almost no development. Just before heading out to sea you must go through a lo... Read Full Entry



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Bob & Janice Waller
s v Tsamaya
s v Tsamaya
Like so many others we love to travel and we love to sail so cruising makes a lot of sense. Janice has retired from Cornell as a business manager and Bob has retired from South Seneca school district as the high school principal. It's time to sell the house, get rid of whatever doesn't fit on our 40 foot Caliber LRC named Tsamaya (this means Travel Well in Setswana) and set off to see the world. Our reasons for publishing this blog is twofold, first to keep in touch with our friends and family and secondly to share our experiences. If you would like to receive notification when we have added ... full info
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A View from the FerryA View from the Ferry
A View from the Ferry
From the marina it was a quick 15 minute ferry ride to the Amsterdam Central train station – an easy commute.
The Central Amsterdam Railway StationThe Central Amsterdam Railway Station
The Central Amsterdam Railway Station
Some of the details - notice one is a clock & the other is a compass.
Bicycle Parking AreaBicycle Parking Area
Bicycle Parking Area
near the ferry landing .You’ll see many in business clothes riding their bike to work.
One of Your First ViewsOne of Your First Views
One of Your First Views
as you come through the Amsterdam Central Train Station into the City.
Lots of Bike Riders HereLots of Bike Riders Here
Lots of Bike Riders Here
Just a “few” of the bicycles you see while in Amsterdam.
One of Many CanalsOne of Many Canals
One of Many Canals
Limited "head room"Limited "head room"
Limited "head room"
Some canals can only be used by very small watercraft due to the fixed bridges.
Bicycle Rickshaw Anyone?Bicycle Rickshaw Anyone?
Bicycle Rickshaw Anyone?
Notice the Name of the Tram LineNotice the Name of the Tram Line
Notice the Name of the Tram Line
It's Getting ColderIt's Getting Colder
It's Getting Colder
With the wind ear muffs & a scarf were in order - as least Janice thought so!
Water TaxiWater Taxi
Water Taxi
complete with the normal yellow color and the black & white checkered design on the side.
Interesting Use of the Statute of LiberyInteresting Use of the Statute of Libery
Interesting Use of the Statute of Libery
for advertising this restaurant - couldn't figure the connection
Tin can ArtTin can Art
Tin can Art
What to do with old beer cans? - we saw many with lots of great details.
Interesting JuxtapositionInteresting Juxtaposition
Interesting Juxtaposition
of the Natural Health Company next to McDonald's!
River CruisesRiver Cruises
River Cruises
River cruises on boats such as these are very popular here. These are ones that have overnight accommodations.
Want to Sleep on the WaterWant to Sleep on the Water
Want to Sleep on the Water
but afraid of seasickness? Try a Botel such as this one in Amsterdam.
The Ultimate Fast FoodThe Ultimate Fast Food
The Ultimate Fast Food
Vending machines for food are quite popular here with lots to choose from.
Another Interesting SignAnother Interesting Sign
Another Interesting Sign
We didn't go around the corner to find out!
Where Is the Rest of the Car?Where Is the Rest of the Car?
Where Is the Rest of the Car?
These cars are so small we saw that they were even driving onto the free ferries for crossing the river in Amsterdam.
Tulip BulbsTulip Bulbs
Tulip Bulbs
We are in Holland – you of course can buy tulip bulbs here in the flower markets.
A Very Popular Tourist AttractionA Very Popular Tourist Attraction
A Very Popular Tourist Attraction
Everyone said we should go, but with only a few days here we bypassed it for a couple of the museums instead.



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