De eigenaren
Wij zijn Coen & Cristina, hier is een korte introductie over ons, de trotse nieuwe eigenaren van Merlijn.
Een droom die uitkomt, zo voelden we ons toen we in april 2019 begonnen. Na jarenlang te hebben gewerkt als Captains op grote 5-sterren riviercruiseschepen (150 pax) droomden we van iets anders; iets kleinere, meer persoonlijke, gespecialiseerde cruises, het runnen van een eigen bedrijf, de lijst van superlatieven is lang! We zochten en hadden verschillende ideeën tot we toevallig Merlijn tegenkwamen. Dat was het, dat was het schip dat alle lege plekken vulde! We gingen er 100% voor, verkochten ons eerste huis, namen ontslag en verhuisden naar de Merlijn.
Coen Kapitein, Ingenieur, Gastcontact. |
Cristina 2e Kapitein, Gastvrouw, Chef. |
Wat is het verschil tussen "Bike & Barge" en Bike, Barge & Cruise?
Sommige reders noemen het Bike & Barge, maar wij van Merlijn vinden dat die term niet dekt wat een vakantie aan boord van de Merlijn inhoudt!
Want naast fietsen (Bike) en verblijven en dineren aan boord (Barge), varen we ook vaak met onze gasten aan boord. Stel uzelf voor, genietend van het varen tijdens het ontbijt of na een inspannende fietstocht, met of zonder een drankje op een van onze terrassen.
Dat is wat wij bedoelen met "Cruise".
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vrijdag 16 februari 2024
Our ‘workcation’ in Spain
This past January, we took a workcation to the warmth of Spain, a welcome change from the Dutch winter.
Beyond the cruises you see, there's a world of tasks behind the scenes like writing travel guides, answering queries, and arranging excursions. We drove 2250 kilometers to South Spain, Sacha, our faithful dog, in tow, since flying wasn't an option for her.
During our time in Spain, we focused on enhancing the experiences for Merlijn's voyages. Weekends, however, were for exploring; we hiked through Andalusia's mountains, Sacha bravely joined us, albeit needing a little help at times. Our visits to various local spots revealed breathtaking scenes, making us wish Merlijn could cruise throug Spain.
vrijdag 16 februari 2024
Want to cycle with a Merlijn bike this year?
We've heard from one of our partners that they still have rooms available for the coming season (2024)! This is quite unique and is almost always due to people, or even a group, having to unexpectedly cancel their trip. These rooms are now also bookable through our website. Do you think waiting a few months is long enough and are you ready to pack your bags within a few days? Then quickly take a look at our tour page.
woensdag 29 november 2023
Looking back on Merlijn’s Bike, Barge and Cruise Season 2023
As the sun sets on the unforgettable 2023 Bike, Barge, and Cruise season on the Merlijn, we look back on the adventurous bike rides, picturesque towns, and delicious meals that made this trip so special.
We sincerely thank all our guests for joining us and for their pleasure. We love it so much to see how enthusiastically everyone comes on board, only to leave the ship full of memories at the end of the trip, sometimes with a tear! Let's not forget that without you we are nowhere, only through your enthusiasm can we run the Merlijn.Thank you!
Cycling enthusiasts and travelers enjoyed a season full of exploration and fun. Merlijn, our floating home, provided a unique perspective as we paddled through beautiful landscapes and discovered Europe.
From the charming streets of Bruges via former east and west Germany to Vienna in Austria, Merlijn took us on a journey through rich history and culture. Daily excursions brought us in the heart of cities, with Merlijn always on the horizon.
Whether we dined in Merlijn’s cozy restaurant or enjoyed a picnic in a village square, each meal celebrated Europe's diverse culinary treasures.
As we say goodbye to the season 2023 on board Merlijn, we cherish memories of cycling adventures, breathtaking landscapes and new friendships. Until next season 2024, when we set sail again on the Merlijn. We look forward to next season and hope to see you on board!