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RE: Travel - Netherlands - Amsterdam to London - Hoek van Holland!

in #cityscapephotography6 years ago (edited)

Howick, I guess that should be Harwich.
Typos happen don't they.
No big deal.

I've taken this route many times.
It is one of the better connections between the Netherlands & the UK.

Back in the days when oil was cheap, there was this catamaran doing the
crossing in just 4 hours.
It was the Stena Discovery.

I never forget trying to close the door of this ferry, while it was travelling at about 80km/ hour.
It took way more effort to close than most other doors.
Imagine opening the door of a car travelling at 80km/ hour and you'll get an idea.

The newest ferries (Stena Hollandia & Stena Britannica) do the same trip in about 8 hours.
While having a drink on of these crossings, as one does,
someone told me that these ferries are slower,
but have very big stabilizers so they can operate at rough seas.

Cheers

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Thanks, yes Harwich. I've changed it. ;)

Thanks for the additional info. I think both options were there when traveled 10 years ago, we simply chose the cheapest given our limited budget. ;)

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