Reunion in Amsterdam

Marja and Michel came up with the good idea to have the Ithaka crew (+partners) meet up again in Amsterdam. So we did.
Last wednesday we all met up at M&M's temp. place and went for a trip through the canals in an original 'sloep' (or Sloop).
We all brought things to eat and drink (including the tradionatl Raw Herring and onion (from our favorite place 'Stubbe's).

It was lovely to see each other again in such a special setting and also to meet (another) Sonja and Wil (wives of Bas and Anton).
We sailed all along the canals of Amsterdam, through the Red Light district (all proper now) and further down the Amstel where I saw the most beautifully designed house boats. What a great place to live in. Ah well, dream on Son.
Here are some pictures.

Michel at the helm, while the others are unpacking food and drinks.

bicycles everywhere in Amsterdam

Another sloop passed us and Marja recognized the 'captain' from her sailing time in the Med., way back.

Beautiful scenery with the sun having come out.

We decided to moor alongside Café Restaurant 'De Jaren' for some proper, hot coffee and whipped cream (of course) to have with Wil's scrumptious, home made apple pie.