DFDS Cruise to Amsterdam Review

Posted on 4th December 2014

I have just returned from a fantastic DFDS Cruise to Amsterdam. We booked the trip a little while ago as we were keen to visit the Christmas Markets and experience the city during winter.

I have previously stayed in one of the standard cabins, however on this occasion we stayed in the Commodore and Commodore De Luxe Cabins which were absolutely fantastic. Both boasted plenty of room, with a seating area and double bed.

Commodore De Luxe Cabin

The Commodore cabin included a stocked mini bar and the Commodore De Luxe offered access to a private lounge with inclusive snacks, wine and soft drinks.

Whilst on the ship we tried both the Blue Riband and Explorer’s Steakhouse restaurants and I must say the food was fantastic. My personal favourite was the Blue Riband, however, where I sampled seared scallops and sushi for starters, before enjoying a main course of blackened salmon. We then spent the night watching a live band in one of the ship’s many bars.

Blue Riband Restaurant

Once we arrived in Amsterdam we stayed in the Hotel Agora. Although basic, it was in a fantastic location – around a five minute walk from Rembrant Square.

We only stayed in Amsterdam for one night and decided to stay around the Rembrant Square area which was lively and proved to be a good choice. There was a temporary bar set up on the square, which was serving mulled wine and Dissarono (surprisingly good) and there were also lots of stalls offering sweets and small Christmas gifts. After making a trip to the Ice Bar, we then headed into a few of the bars for some cocktails.

Rembrant Square Christmas Market

We left Amsterdam the following day and sailed back to Newcastle. For anyone who is looking for a reasonably priced city break I would definitely recommend the DFDS Amsterdam trip. With prices starting from just £49 per person you really cannot go wrong. I will definitely be making another trip soon! You can find further information about the DFDS Cruises available by clicking here.