Brugge and Amsterdam | Western Europe Vlog Ep. 5 | Seabourn Cruises
Discover iconic European cites with Belgian waffles and chocolate, canals, flower market, and the Rijksmuseum.
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Welcome to Episode 5 of our Western Europe Vlog series.
In this episode, we visit Brugge and Amsterdam, taking the train from Blankenberge to charming Brugge. We wander the picturesque town square, savor delicious Belgian waffles, and sample famous Belgian chocolate. In Amsterdam, we explore the vibrant flower market, enjoy a hop-on hop-off canal boat tour, and admire masterpieces at the Rijksmuseum. Join us as we soak in the culture, sights, and flavors of these iconic European cities.
In this series (an 11-nt cruise from Portugal to Amsterdam, with pre-cruise exploration of Madrid and Sintra, and post-cruise tour of Amsterdam), we visit:
Madrid & Sintra
We enjoyed our pre-stay exploring Madrid’s Royal Palace and the Botanical Garden, ending with churros con chocolate at the iconic Chocolatería San Ginés. From Lisbon, we visited the stunning National Palace of Pena in Sintra—an unforgettable start before our cruise.
Porto
We spend a day in Porto, savoring flavorful tapas and being captivated by the soulful rhythms of traditional fado music.
Bilbao
We spend a day in Bilbao with a scenic trip to coastal Castro Urdiales and admiring the stunning Gothic architecture of the Church of Santa María de la Asunción.
St Malo
We spend a day in St. Malo visiting the iconic Mont Saint-Michel, marveling at its medieval architecture rising dramatically from the tidal waters.
Cherbourg
We spend a day in Cherbourg, strolling the grounds of Revaltes Castle and exploring the Maritime Museum, discovering the region’s rich history and stunning coastal heritage.
Rouen
While in Rouen, we take a trip to the Palace of Versailles, marveling at its opulent halls, grand gardens, and the timeless elegance of this iconic royal residence.
Bruge
We spend a day in Bruges wandering on our own, savoring delicious waffles and exploring a quaint chocolate shop, soaking in the city’s charming canals and medieval streets.
Amsterdam
We spend a couple of days in Amsterdam, strolling the vibrant flower market and exploring the Rijksmuseum, immersing ourselves in the city’s art, culture, and colorful charm.
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00:00 Start
01:27 Zeebrugge to Brugge train
04:05 Chez Albert Belgin Waffles
06:50 Amsterdam Arrival
08:08 Amsterdam Flower Market
08:50 Amsterdam Hop On Hop Off Boat
12:25 Rijksmuseum
6 Comments
Another great video, Bob and Holly. We haven’t been to Bruges for a long time and never been to Zeebrugge so the first part was particularly useful. We are on a Christmas Markets cruise on Queen Anne in December, calling at Zeebrugge, Rotterdam and Hamburg so it’s likely to look a bit different! Waffles with melted chocolate will definitely be on our menu. We had some last time we were there and I ended up wearing most of mine!😂
Beautiful shots of Bruges and Amsterdam, the canals make them all the more stunning. The museum had some fantastic pieces and portraits, well worth a visit, will try it next time. Love the music you used in the vlog, if it’s not cheeky, where do you get your music from? We currently use the free YouTube library but struggle to find nice music.
Another nice video of your travels. If I can make one suggestion. The description is sometimes hard to read, depending on the background. Michel and Judy, Toronto
Another great watch 😊Lovely to see Brugges other than the 'chocolate box' shots you always see. Enjoyed the boat ride too in Amsterdam
Another fantastic chapter in your Western Europe series 🌍❤ Beautiful cities, great food, and wonderful storytelling — can’t wait for the next episode!
Enjoyed…….. and hyped. 😉