Netherlands – Page 3

— By Helm and CrewNovember 3, 2015

Meet the Verwers

Apologies we are so far behind, but we are making progress – albeit slowly. Meeting We left our tale with a tap on the wheelhouse window. As we stepped out of the wheelhouse onto the aft deck we could see Trien Verwer draping a large blue banner…

— By Helm and CrewSeptember 25, 2015

The Great Quest

My favourite restaurant dish Those who have dined with me (Ian), since the 1970s, will be aware that my evaluation of a restaurant menu ceases as soon as I hit the word “Duck”. I’ve even been known to encourage others to pick the duck item,…

— By Helm and CrewSeptember 17, 2015

The Centenary Cruise Begins

Around Zaandam The marina where we were staying was very close to the centre of the older part of Zaandam, a short walk to the restaurants, shopping, train station and other conveniences. As we mentioned earlier, at one time, this area was perhaps the most…

— By Helm and CrewSeptember 7, 2015

The Guests get a break

Map Yes, this one again, but the only track is the last (lilac – 08/08) one. As you can see, we covered almost as much distance in that one day as we had over the rest of the trip. However, it won G & G…