Newcastle to Amsterdam Cruise SHOCKED Me! This is What to Expect…

[@adrian29459]

Did this last year but got single journeys, stopping in Amsterdam for a few nights, the 4 hours just isn't long enough. The food & service on the boat, like you say is fantastic. In Amsterdam I recommend the Body Worlds exhibition for some fascinating human body dissections. I do wish they'd bring back the Norway service like they had in the 90s

[@Trond_travels]

I took this trip from Amsterdam to Newcastle in 2018. A lovely journey and a wonderful ferry. I miss the old ferry service between Newcastle and Bergen, had that trip and few times back in 90s. That service may return in 2026. Anyway, nice to see a bit different video 😊

[@user-kf1he2pk3l]

Great video. I've sailed this route many times over the years, including the current ships a few times each. It's my favourite crossing to the Netherlands, even though I live in the Midlands 😂. When you consider the current ships are heading towards 40 years old, it shows just how well DFDS has looked after them and invested in them.

[@PodOfHeat]

Totally agree, the ships are immaculate and maintained to the highest standard

[@daverutherford6401]

Hi Eddie, nice vid, when i lived in Hull we did the P&O mini cruise to Brugge and yeah it was spot on, when we boarded i went and seen the purser and upgraded our cabin to a commodore class for £50 extra it was well worth it, food was VERY good aswell and we had a canny time on board, i figured 4 hours wasn't enough in Brugge so extended our stay to 3 days with a rather nice and helpful hotel right in the centre, as an ex squaddie i knew Ypres was only a short train ride away so took the opportunity to visit and stay for the Last Post which was very moving. Personally i think these mini cruises are brilliant and was looking at sailing from the Tyne to Amsterdam myself , this video has confirmed i will be booking :) cheers Eddie.

[@TynesideLife]

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[@ianrobson5645]

The bar was more like a nightclub when I visited! It's great to do but you need longer than a few hours in Amsterdam! Great video & yes Filipinos are lovely people 😀

[@MarkDTravels]

Done this journey a few times would always recommend getting the ferry over flying the atmosphere on board is amazing can also get off at Percy main metro and walk from there 😊

[@davidhenton8364]

Great video. Been thinking of doing that trip for years. Will look into it again. Look forward to the video of a few nights in Amsterdam as 4hrs would be a pain.

[@garywilkinson5161]

Really enjoyed the video Eddie. Really professionally done too. Well done.

[@TynesideLife]

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[@cj4996]

Great video, as usual. I’m headed to Amsterdam for 4 nights next year, so a video from your trip would be awesome! All the best

[@misimiki]

We took the ferry last year as a family of four. It was great and the food is fantastic as you say. I was surprised by the number of oil rigs we passed after dark with all their lights across the sea.

[@1RayP]

Aye, when a clocked ye in that gilet a said to meself mind wor Eddy's eating too many Sunday scrans! 😂

[@TynesideLife]

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[@dkj6946]

I took this in 2017, while traveling to Newcastle from Singapore to attend a match (NUFC Fan) I was the only Asian on the cruise with the staff 😊 Good to know the cruise is still so clean after so many years

[@CarlF88]

Good video Eddie, originally watched for your NUFC videos then Newcastle City videos but would be good to see you do more like this, went to Amsterdam 2008 but was all a blur, definitely got me thinking of the ferry for a more chilled out trip there in future

[@TynesideLife]

Cheers Carl, I’m deliberately pivoting towards more videos on exploring and travel but still lots of local history and culture content. 👊🏻👍🏻

[@SupraSteve]

We've done DFDS once or twice a year for a long long time now and I genuinely don't have a single complaint about any of the trips. Fantastic value for money for the price of a night out

[@JorgelinaVega]

Loving the video so far, I alway love seeing the King and the Princess leave the Tyne and always wonder what is is like for those on board 😄 Thanks for this video! 👍

[@tonyclark7588]

Hello Eddie, great video! Ijmuiden is pronounced aye-mouw-den by the way

[@wallsendwandera2999]

I travelled on that ferry in the summer when I took my motorcycle to Europe; the ferry was first class and you’re right about the food… brilliant. Love the Vlogs keep up the good work mate

[@TynesideLife]

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[@timtaylor953]

Cracking video Eddy. Me and some mates were thinking of doing this, so thanks for all of the information, it's very imformative.

[@michaelboys2602]

What a crackin video, Ed. Loved it. I did this trip about 20 years ago and blimey!!! A lot has changed since I was last on those ships. They look absolutely amazing. Think I might be taking my wife on one of those trips. Keep up the good work, marra!

[@TynesideLife]

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[@-fells-]

Cracking video Eddie. It would be interesting to explore old trade links from Newcastle to mainland Europe. Seeing as you like travelling, it could be a good excuse to visit similar cities and cultures! I think there used to be a ferry to Göteborg, Sweden or maybe it was just a trade route, anyway, at least I few people I've met from there noted an affinity with Newcastle...

[@TynesideLife]

Great ideas cheers 👊🏻👍🏻

[@WheelieGoodTV]

This is such a great video. Thanks for making it. I watch your vids as a fellow Geordie who moved to Ireland 23 years ago. I found your channel a few months ago and am hooked as I love seeing the Toon again and your accent is brilliant mate. Great work Keep it up. 👍 Cheers

[@TynesideLife]

Cheers bud ☝️👊🏻👍🏻

[@kevinhughes2440]

Can't believe I haven't done this trip. Everything looks canny. Decent price. Must take wor lass sometime. Great video.

[@TynesideLife]

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[@woggathachristie]

hope you managed to sleep on the ferry ok eddie, i didnt when the wife and i went a few years back, due to the couple next door shagging most of the night!! it was really busy on the trip going out when i went too, with most people there for the overnight trip, with a few hours in the city, but we stayed in amsterdam for 2 nights and thoroughly enjoyed it! the boat was a lot quieter coming back too, as the party goers had already come back the previous night!

[@ChristopherCroft-mg5kv]

New subscriber and just wanted to say that I really enjoyed that. All the best for you, your family and the channel for the future.

[@TynesideLife]

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[@mythai9593]

Nice 👍. Worked in Holland 25yrs-30yrs and loved doing the ferry but its been a long time, this has made me want to do it again 😊.

[@steveberry1826]

Thanks for taking me along, enjoy your pints.

[@Aphhalliday89]

Did the ferry for the first time myself last year to see a Dutch progressive heavy metal band in Tilburg. Its an incredible, relaxing, easy experience. I'm autistic myself and sometimes travel can be a big stresser for me personally but wow I loved the time over there in the Netherlands, everyone's so friendly so much so I've got two trips planned next year to see bands again over there.

[@TynesideLife]

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[@jimmyd12001]

I'm really surprised at how posh it is on board. I didn't expect that. And yeah please do a vlog when you go back with your lass 👍

[@OrijinaruBTC]

There's a ferry port here in Plymouth that regularly sails to France and Spain that has mini cruises similar to the one you went on that I've always been tempted to try so maybe I will after watching how much fun you had on your video.

[@MONTYMAGPIE2K15]

Brave man getting off at meadow well metro, its rough round there m8. Another cracking upload 👌🏻

[@jonodunn2592]

lol it’s really not

[@michaelpurves5496]

What about the cabin itself? Would you rate it as comfy, did you have a good sleep and what were the noise levels like from the engines on Deck 8?

[@TynesideLife]

I did a quick tour of the cabin in the video . I found it comfy and wherever you are on the ship you’ll hear the low rumble of the engines. Comfortable is very subjective though 👍🏻

[@ScottMurray-ce6iw]

I did that run with a mate on motorbikes in 2013. Wow, it has improved a whole lot. i remember the evening meal being massively expensive, so we 'tanked up' in the Brewers Fayre right next to the port. The breakfast before we docked in Imjuden was AWFUL, but I can't function without brekky. On the return leg we stopped at a greasy spoon on the A69 and got a FANTASTIC breakfast. You got a far better package than we did. For the Jockanese, it's a better run than hours and hours on motorways. Great video, would have loved to have seen those moves on the dance floor.

[@paulfromnewcastle9522]

Great video 👍 Worked in Holland 🇳🇱 22 years ago and used ferry ⛴️ a lot. Next to the train station in Holland, you have VVV is the tourist information. The train system is very good 👍

[@andyrobinson6864]

Cracking video Eddie, been wanting to do this for years but always remember it as a dirty booze cruise!

[@dawncunningham1214]

I completely agree the food is amazing, the staff are amazing too! I love everything about this cruise and for the price 😱 we do it about 3-4 time a year. Can’t fault it ❤ thanks for posting eddie

[@TynesideLife]

Think I’ll make it a regular too Dawn 👍🏻

[@dawncunningham1214]

@ we are doing Xmas for the first time…looking forward to a festive ship! Hope it’s not too rough!! We have never had a bad crossing so have been lucky at any time of year

[@TynesideLife]

@@dawncunningham1214 aye, we’ll be there in December too but flying on this occasion

[@dawncunningham1214]

@@TynesideLife forgot to mention, if u are looking for things to do then I would really recommend the Ajax stadium tour…we loved it! Just a few metro stops from central station so so easy to get to

[@TynesideLife]

@@dawncunningham1214 great idea! I can do a video about it too 👍🏻

[@chrisdixon9697]

Me 'n wor Lass is gannin' nixt munth... Thank you for this excellent video, very helpful. We are looking forward to it even more now. (From an 'expat' who misses the 'craic)😊'

[@TynesideLife]

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[@christophercoxon2801]

As per all comments below Eddie, class video and a glad you enjoyed it. I have frequented this trip many times and always find something else to do and visit. The Zoo is a personal favourite. The Commodore class cabins are amazing if you're wanting to treat your missus, also, food in Amsterdam, i would highly recommend Cafe De Klos if you like your meat and steaks..

[@TynesideLife]

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[@biggypsy75]

I was looking for an adventure for me my missies n boy,SOLD looks great going to book,great video mate enjoyed the lot.

[@TynesideLife]

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[@steve-marsh]

Fantastic video mate!

[@TynesideLife]

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[@grahamritchie7755]

Great video Eddy I love Amsterdam great city hope you enjoyed the trip

[@ChrisGallighan]

Ave done the ferry to the dam twice now best going in roughly march time can get it for 40pp couldn’t even do a nite out on that let alone be in a diff country wouldn’t recommend it tho for people going for first time as you really don’t get that long but when u have been loads of times and know what coffee shops to go too then it’s ideal for a wee get away a will deffo do it again at some point

[@kevinjewitt1689]

Fantastic video Eddie. I have personally done that trip on ferry quite a fee times over the years and your experience mirrors mine, great experience! A lad called Steve Marsh (Scottish lad) has his own channel thats really popular and he did the same trip. Loved his video experience too if you haven't already seen it would highly recommend.

[@TynesideLife]

Cheers Kev 👊🏻👍🏻

[@stephenbilclough759]

Another great video Eddy Thanks very much 👍

[@markillingworth1972]

Mint video as usual , love Amsterdam might try this trip one day but I prefer flying there and spending a few days in Amsterdam .

[@Karen.L.771]

great video I would love to try this journey, maybe you could show some lovely hotels to stay in next time you go, I've always wanted to visit the tulip fields,

[@jonstuart4991]

slickest free upgrade knock-back ever 😀

[@TynesideLife]

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[@TheRaceSpace]

Great video, I've done this trip a couple of times albeit over 15 years ago. A great tip for anyone who may suffer with sea sickness is to eat a green apple. The acid from the apple settles the stomach. It works trust me.

[@Valhalla764]

I did this trip on the 18th of October this year booked it through Wowcher it was £89 I have to agree with what you said about the trip what a great experience 10 out of 10 for me 👍

[@No.1shopkeeper]

Ofter thought about going, but I was always under the impression that it was a bit trashy on the ferry. This shows that it's clearly not, so I'm definitely going to go. Thanks Eddie 👍

[@TynesideLife]

I did too, which is why I was a bit shocked 👍🏻

[@alexthorpe2522]

Went with the family last year. They had a deal on and it was £55 per person for the same trip. We asked for a sea view and our cabin was facing forwards and just underneath the bridge. We had great views for the entire voyage. I worried it might be a bit rough but everything was great.

[@andybrown3508]

Great video eddy . Good insight to travelling on the ferry ⛴️. Yes would love you to do more videos like this one . 👍

[@TynesideLife]

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[@custa73burner]

Me and a few mates do that "cruise" every second year since 2005 (odd years) but we stay in North East Holland for 3 nights having a great time with a few Dutch mates who visit us every other year (even years). The whole service and experience on the ferry is excellent. We've never had any problems in all those years. Only down side was the sharp price increases on board in 2009 when the company decided to increase profits. We've had everything from flat calm crossings, to one particular crossing that was very rough, and quite uncomfortable.

[@davymedd753]

Nice one Eddie, very informative as usual

[@TTRider88]

Great video, Eddy. I love Amsterdam.

[@terrypatterson1481]

Looking forward to seeing the next trip you do Eddie

[@colinveitch9815]

Excellent video as always. It looks great and I'm very surprised by everything you showed us. Definately worth a trip . Take care Eddie.

[@JTP90]

Great video, how do you get the far shots of you in Amsterdam? Is it a tripod? Thanks in advance.

[@TynesideLife]

Cheers. Yeah I had a monopod with tripod legs attached 👍🏻

[@stephens9566]

Food looks great, boat looks nice as well.

[@alasdaircook5673]

A few years ago I did the New Year mini cruise and it was all inclusive with a Gala dinner on New Years Eve whilst on our way back to Newcastle. I can't remember how much it cost but it was good value.

[@ToonArmyNL1892]

What is also interesting to know, is there are dog friendly cabins you can book used if you want to take your dogs with you. I live in Holland, about 15 minutes from the Ferry terminal and bought a working cocker spaniel in Blyth and brought it to Holland once it had all the jabs and was 15 weeks old

[@TynesideLife]

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[@theskylab4623]

Eddie. Thats brilliant. What a great idea.

[@BrianDawsonLM10]

I haven't done that trip yet but often thought about it, and yes Filipinos are great people and so friendly i know as i spent 3 weeks in the Philippines in 2022 great vid cheers.

[@TynesideLife]

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[@seattlegeordie2614]

As always really enjoyed your video! If you do not mind me asking, what service were you in? (I am old Matelot, Royal Navy 1976 - 80, then came to the States)

[@TynesideLife]

Cheers 👍🏻 I was in RAF 83’ - 97’ lucky enough to serve all over the world

[@JohnAM24]

Done the ferry a couple of times, it’s mega expensive now compared to what it used to be. Which is understandable but it’s also pretty pricey onboard . I’m flying over with KLM next year and paid just under 170 (with allocated seating there and back also to mention the very short flight time 55mins - 1 hour. Newcastle- Amsterdam. Managed to get a great price for hotel. Great video mate 👍 *Not sure if they still do it, but they used to do a NYE mini cruise, if you get it for a good price it’s an absolute bargain. Well worth looking into!! Get an extra day in Amsterdam. (Great package, with extra day in Amsterdam, meals included throughout the trip , free bar on nye (cocktails/certain spirits weren’t included, but beers etc were) watch the fireworks onboard on nye, then get off the ferry again on NYD for another day to explore absolute steal for the price.

[@philgray1023]

It has gone up a bit John but back in 2017 we stayed at the Double Tree, Amsterdam for €120 a night. Check their prices now, then compare it to a night on DFDS. Commodore class wins every time.

[@nigelcox1]

Great video Eddy, has inspired me to make this journey 👍

[@TynesideLife]

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[@grahamritchie7755]

Would be very interested in a video of yours and Helen's trip to Amsterdam

[@yvonneallen7227]

Me and my friend went on this trip a couple of weeks ago for our birthdays. It was brill . Only a short time in Amsterdam tho . Boat was well worth the money we paid . Would recommend .😊

[@sarahscraftyallsorts6482]

I went twice last year. Did the same as you in October and in the may we did one night stay in Amsterdam , the food is amazing on the ferry. Looks like you were on the king I’ve been on both the king and princess both amazing enjoy your next trip with Helen

[@livingonthetyne]

Company I work for has an office in Amsterdam and I visited for a client meeting beautiful city, I visited on the ferry about 15 year ago, definitely worth another trip it seems thanks for sharing!

[@TynesideLife]

You should definitely do it 👍🏻

[@grahamritchie7755]

Very impressed with the food and service spot on

[@telford2008]

Sounds like you had a great experience travelling to Amsterdam by ferry! I'm really looking forward to hearing about your next trip there with Helen. I did something similar when visiting Amsterdam myself a couple of years ago, albeit taking a different sea route (Harwich-Hoek van Holland). Really blown away by the experience and the crew were also predominantly Filipino!

[@TynesideLife]

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[@ThomasHawes-q7f]

Eddie hope you enjoy your trip done the same trip about 30years ago and stopped for three days loved it 😊😊😊

[@martingreen5489]

love the dfds boat to Ijmuiden from Newcastle. Been the last two years on my motorcycle trips to Europe.The overnight cabin is brilliant. Great service and the food is amazing. Missed the boat due to a puncture but traveled to the Euro-tunnel and in to Belgium from Calais. Got the boat on the way back. The bar on the top of the boat sells cans of lager cheap as chips.

[@TynesideLife]

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[@richardjames3356]

Never went to Amsterdam, but went to Hamburg years ago from Newcastle. That was a nice trip - its about 4 hours down the River Elbe once you reach the German coast, so the last bit of the ferry is like a sightseeing trip. Yes, some Amsterdam mooching would be appreciated! Hope you have a good trip next time you go.

[@kenharrison4246]

Great vid eddie👍👍👍 cheers for what u do

[@jamiefender6909]

Thanks Eddy, I live in Shields but have never done the trip yet. One question, do they accept cash on board?

[@TynesideLife]

Yes mate 👍🏻

[@russellipson7782]

I would like to see more of Amsterdam when you return again.

[@mineshaft5604]

Great video Eddy, hope you had a great time! Looks fab! Great stuff.

[@skeptical2798]

Did this trip about 20 years ago. Booked the meal but was seasick all the way there and didn't eat a thing. My appetite came back for the return trip though after spending some time in Amsterdams cafes.😵‍💫

[@Realtalk43]

Loved the vid! I travelled on this a few years ago and I don’t remember it being anywhere near as great as this looked Eddie. I think it was a rough crossing home too which probably has clouded the memory. Might give it another whirl after seeing your experience.

[@TynesideLife]

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[@safctilidie]

Nice vid, I do love the ferry to Amsterdam. I'm very much in possession of a pair of sea legs, never an ounce of bother with having my head over the side! I do love a nana nap too, though 7pm is a bit of a late one I'd probably wind up sleeping through 😴

[@TynesideLife]

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[@duckbizniz663]

Appreciate the video. I did not know there was a cruise from Newcastle upon Tyne to Amsterdam. I want to visit the UK and Amsterdam. Maybe I can do UK and Holland together.

[@TynesideLife]

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[@markmcnamara6743]

Defo do an Amsterdam video. I do 3 mini cruises a year, with my wife. We love them, lots of stories we've accumulated 😅 🔥

[@philgray1023]

This is how we go to Australia. Ferry to Ijmuiden, bus to Amsterdam, train to Schipol. The upgrade can be well worth it, except that you have to empty the mini bar and breakfast is worth the price of the upgrade. Great video. So well filmed and put together!

[@TynesideLife]

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[@claremaidofthewave251]

Hi, sorry to butt into your comment, my sister lives in Australia so I’m just wondering why you don’t fly from Newcastle airport rather than do it this way? Cheers.

[@TynesideLife]

@ hi Clare. There are a few reasons. Sometimes it’s cheaper but also, travelling isn’t always about getting to a destination. It’s about the journey too 👍🏻

[@claremaidofthewave251]

@ Hi Phil , thank you for your reply, yes all about the journey 👍🏻👌🏻

[@TynesideLife]

@ it’s Eddy 😅

[@glenclough3279]

Problem with the ferry is at £200 return it's just not worth it, you can literally fly Easyjet or KLM direct from Newcastle and if you book far enough in advance it's much cheaper and you're in Amsterdam in about 1 hour. Edit: I checked prices for a flight next week....£88 return with Easyjet.

[@TynesideLife]

The video gives an insight as to what to expect on a mini cruise to Amsterdam. The package I opted for is not the only package and there are other ways to travel cheaper on this cruise, as discussed in the video. If my partner travelled too, there would have only been a slight increase in total price as I was occupying a double cabin. One also has the option to stay in Amsterdam for an extended stay using the same process. I’m flying to Amsterdam with my partner next month for a three night stay, which is why I did the quick turnaround (mentioned in the video). I’m flying with EasyJet. Thanks for watching 👍🏻

[@alexmcwhirter6611]

@@TynesideLife One advantage is that travellers save on hotel accommodation in Amsterdam which, if you check the rates, is very expensive nowadays.

[@paulferri3441]

Great video Eddy, been on the cruise a few times but many years ago.

[@micky30335]

Great vid bud,bet you glad you departed earlie it all kicked off later with tel aviv fans,,,,look forward to a more indepth video of the dam when you return 😊

[@TynesideLife]

Aye. I was in amongst them for about an hour and I managed to film a couple of flare ups. I could have made a really good News coverage video of the Israeli fans but it’s just not my genre 🤷🏻‍♂️

[@stephd5047]

Another great video Eddy 🎉

[@antonylaws6554]

I've been on the same boat. The thing I remember is the "Please mind your head" signs above doors that were at least 7' 6" tall. I know the Dutch are tall, but howay! Even Andre the Giant wouldn't have needed to mind his head. Next time you come to The Netherlands try Rotterdam. I think it has a better vibe than Amsterdam.

[@lalisismo]

Interesting, thanks Eddy, I thought of traveling with that ferry but never have.

[@toonpiker]

Eddie take your bike next time and cycle to Edam and Vollendam it's so easy and Holland is the best place man

[@goodbyerawlings]

Is the ferry a venue for hen/stag parties? Instead of an overnight there and back return, is it possible to have in effect two single tickets meaning I could stay for longer?

[@TynesideLife]

At weekends sometimes yes and yes to your second question 👍🏻

[@MrsMagpie]

Great video, I looking forward to seeing your 3 day trip video next.

[@mightay6672]

Wow this takes me back i done the dfds with coupons from the chronicle 50quid per person...but the ferry was no where near as nice as that...yeah about 25 years ago too,also done the Norway can remember it was 20quid for a pizza and 6quid for a becks beer...cheers 🥂

[@arkaywat11]

I did a mini cruise quite a few years ago which sadly they don't seem to do now. It was a night on the ferry, a night in a hotel in Amsterdam and another night on the ferry coming back. Arguably, back then, the nights on the ferry in the night club, casino (at the time) and restaurants were as good as, if not better than the night in Amsterdam.

[@jacquesvandenberg1873]

Nice video, thanks so much!

[@VanessaDouglass]

I’ve been a few times with my partner. We book direct with DFDS when they have the 2 for 1 deals on. The cabins have just been updated and are all you need for a short trip. We always have dinner in the Explorers Kitchen. The meals are fantastic. We skip breakfast and eat in Amsterdam. We visited Ripleys believe it or not museum one time. Very good. We’re going to Rotterdam from Hull on P&O Ferries at the end of the month. You might want to try that? Love watching your videos

[@TynesideLife]

I’ll have a look. Thanks Vanessa

[@edwardlamb]

Great. Would love to do this trip! The Netherlands is one of my favourite places and we visit Northumberland all the time, so need to book it with the family next summer. Would love to see more from your trip to Amsterdam. If you can, please have a think about lessons that Newcastle (and other UK towns/cities) could learn from the Dutch in terms of placemaking and how they've reduced the number of cars in the city. It's been a work in progress since the 1970s, but they are still adding huge areas of cycle parking, reducing car parking spaces in the city, expanding the metro and lots more. Hop on some rental bikes and get out of the city if you have time!

[@TynesideLife]

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[@robinlowerson565]

Excellent vlog Eddy. Look forward to the longer visit....cheers.

[@bv3bv334]

LOVE that ferry. Use it 3 or 4 times a year to travel to Europe, either in my Camper or on my push-bike. So much better than flying. Tasty grub, too 👍

[@TynesideLife]

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