Not sure where to start, but Lydia was the absolute best host ever. She remembered that we were traveling for our birthdays, and when we walked in, there were flowers, birthday hats and treats, wine and traditional cakes for us.
She is one of the busiest women I've ever met, but she still made time to get us anything we needed.
Our last evening in Amsterdam we got to know Lydia even more and became good friends. I can't say enough great things about her! I just look forward to making an annual trip back there again.
Apart from Lydia, the boat is truly in the center of everything. Walking distance to every sight we wanted to see. It is a very romantic city, and the houseboat has a charm that's unbeatable. Just sitting on the top deck, enjoying a glass of wine, watching everything around you is great. And the people of Amsterdam are so friendly, not once did I feel unsafe.