A private boat tour in Amsterdam is always a great way to see the city. It’s safe, convenient, and affordable. Now, it has become even more of a must-try as we prepare for the new normal after COVID-19.  

Of course, you can discover the city any way you like. However, if you don’t go for the private boat tour, you are essentially putting yourself at risk. You are also missing out on an amazing opportunity.

Here, I’ll tell you why Amsterdam should be at the top of your post-COVID travel list, and how a private boat tour is the best way to explore it.

The Effects of COVID-19 on Amsterdam

Just like anywhere else, the COVID-19 pandemic brought both positive and negative effects on the city. For one thing, it brought the city’s world-famous red-light district to its knees. It closed on March 15 when the city went into lockdown in order to prevent the spread of the pandemic. On the other hand, the pandemic gave locals the chance to rediscover the city without the burden of overtourism.

Amsterdam Enters the New Normal

Before the pandemic, the city was choking with tourists. Now, locals feel that they have reclaimed their home. Katje Brokke from CNN writes about how a simple bicycle ride through Amsterdam’s centre brought so many positive emotions:

“I had tears in my eyes. A kind of deep emotion I hadn’t felt for a long time: the love for my city. The beauty of it touched me, as it had in my youth – the 1980s and ’90s – when the city was still mine.”

Amsterdam&partners’ Corporate Communications Coordinator Heleen Jansen tells DW that limiting the number of tourists will become the new normal.

“The aim is to create a visitor economy that doesn’t harm the liveability of our city, and that takes into account the needs of residents and locals.”

When you visit Amsterdam now, you will get to see it the same way that the locals do. That’s why Amsterdam should be at the top of your travel wish list after COVID-19

Explore Amsterdam Through Private Boat Tours

For the safest trip possible, it would be best to go on an Amsterdam private boat tour. This is perfect especially if you’re travelling with friends and family. On an Amsterdam private boat tour, your chances of catching COVID-19 are practically nil. You can also relax as you sail past the city’s best sights.

If you’re a meticulous traveller, a private tour becomes even more of a good idea. There are various tours that are tailor-made for different preferences. For example, there are boat tours that can cater to dietary requirements as well as tours that are specifically for foodies. If you’re on a tight budget and schedule, you can choose the boat tour that best fits your needs. 

Travelling after the COVID-19 pandemic can be worrisome. As I mentioned earlier, we should be smarter when it comes to choosing our next travel destination. With a friendlier atmosphere, fascinating attractions, and excellent private canal boat tours, Amsterdam is the best new normal destination.