Back on the ship, we take time to lounge around and savour the final moments of our stunning surrounds before we traverse the North Sea, to end our cruise in Amsterdam!
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The best is left to last!!
The MS Rotterdam sails north overnight to Norway’s longest and deepest fjord. Nicknamed the King of the Fjords. Yes, the best fjord was definitely kept to last!! We awaken to find ourselves in paradise at the enchanting village of Skjolden, the highlight of our cruise!!
Stavanger
Along Norway’s dramatic North Sea coastline lies historic Stavanger, our next port of call.
Yes, it must be Wednesday because the ship lift mats are never wrong! I’m hiding amongst the mirrors there somewhere?
Next stop, Kristiansand
We all cram into tender boats for the short five-minute ride to Kristiansand where our coach is ready for us.
Adventures in Antwerp
Our wonderful friends, Jacqueline and Peter live in Goes, in Zeeland, Netherlands, and Bruce drives us there!!!
Well, of course we did! The boat is about to depart so grab your cameras (phone) and enjoy the quintessential views of Amsterdam with us.
800+ ships, 10,000+ vessels, 24 countries, 2.3 million visitors, 5 days
Europe’s largest maritime festival is on again. It’s every five years, except the last one was cancelled during corona/covid. A massive fleet of tall ships, sailing boats and vessels of all shapes and sizes. This year is the 10th edition and coincides with Amsterdams 750th birthday! Comprising a sail-in parade, 5 days of activities and a sail-out parade.
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Next Stop, Amsterdam
A two hour drive northwest and we are at Camperpark Amsterdam. Grabbing overnight bags we take the train (the metro station is close by) and we make our way to the Westcord Art Hotel where our next reunion takes place!
2025 European adventure begins!!
Welcome everyone to our 2025 Aussie Bruce blog! This year our adventures will once again include many beautiful destinations. Relax with a cuppa and join us on our European experience.
Homeward bound!
Yes, it’s time to take the ferry back to UK!
We drive through the attractive Morlaix port on our way to Roscoff !
