And after the holidays? How to enjoy Amsterdam at its finest

When the city is bathed in winter twilight, a boat trip through the Amsterdam canals is the bright spot after the dark days. On a classic saloon boat you leave the hustle and bustle behind and enjoy Amsterdam at its most beautiful.

What remains after the voyage is not the name of the ship, but the connection between the people on board and the memory of the experience. That is what Amsterdam-Boats.com is all about: together on board, in a cozy bubble of conviviality and wonder.

“We are a new generation of ship owners and maintain these beautiful, classic ships with care for the future”

Peter van Gilst, together with partners Tim Hofdijk and Esli Bijker, are the men behind the wheel. With the team, they provide special boat trips on the Amsterdam canals. For Peter, sailing is a magical experience: “I discovered this during my years at sea, when we sailed to distant destinations with classic Dutch windjammers. These impressive ships, steeped in history, taught me how sailing connects. In organizations and groups, everything revolves around the connection between people. When walls fall away, people come closer together and something starts moving. That is the mission: the ship as an inspiring platform for real encounters. We are a new generation of shipowners and maintain these beautiful, classic ships with care for the future. Preservation through use.”

Dutch craftsmanship

“Preservation through use” is the philosophy behind these floating heirlooms. By actively using them, they remain part of the Amsterdam cityscape and of countless memories. Each ship in the fleet has been restored with an eye for detail. Authentic elements have been retained, while sustainable innovations have been subtly integrated. This makes every cruise not only a luxurious experience, but also an ode to Dutch craftsmanship.

The hospitable team of Amsterdam-Boats.com offers boat trips for both small and large groups. Whether it is an intimate gathering, a festive drink or a special occasion, everything is taken care of down to the last detail. What remains afterwards is not only the memory of the boating itself, but especially the moments of connection that arose on board. More information or book a boat trip? Visit here is the website of Amsterdam-Boats.com of Boothurenamsterdam.com.

This article was created in collaboration with Amsterdam-Boats.com.