Are You Ready To Sail To Pride Amsterdam?

The countdown is on! It’s time to start planning and fine tuning all those little details that will make our OUTbound cruise along the Danube River from Nuremburg to Amsterdam even more exciting! Below are a few things to help you make the most of your vacation with us. As always, if you have any questions that we haven’t covered, or have a special request, hit us up… either by phone at 916.683.1000 or email us at info@iamOUTbound.com.

Let’s get started!

Flights

Flight Ideas

Since our Amsterdam Pride cruise sails from Nuremberg and we end in Amsterdam, many OUTbounders are booking a ‘Multi-City’ ticket when looking for flights. The ‘Multi-City’ option can be found on most airline’s websites where you would choose between a one-way or round trip flight or under the ‘Advanced Search’ link. With the ‘Multi-City’ option, you’ll be able to enter your departure airport, arrival in either Nuremberg (NUE) or Munich (MUC), and then a departure from Amsterdam (AMS) back to your original airport. The multi-city option will often be cheaper than purchasing two one-way tickets separately.

Another option our OUTbounders are considering is booking a round trip ticket to Amsterdam, and then a one-way ticket from Amsterdam to either Nuremberg or Munich. KLM has several daily non-stop flights into Nuremberg, and both KLM and Lufthansa have several daily non-stop flights from Amsterdam to Munich.

KLM

KLM is based in Amsterdam and part of the SkyTeam alliance. KLM has several daily one-way flights from Amsterdam (AMS) to both Nuremberg (NUE) and Munich (MUC). You can click here for the direct link to book KLM.

Lufthansa

Lufthansa is based in Germany and part of the Star Alliance. Lufthansa has several daily one-way flights from Amsterdam (AMS) to Munich (MUC). You can click here for the direct link to book Lufthansa.

Select ‘Book a Flight’, then ‘One Way’. Enter your ‘from’ as Amsterdam (AMS) and your ‘to’ as either Nuremberg (NUE) or Munich (MUC), then enter your ‘when’ date of travel. Our cruise begins in Nuremberg, Germany on Friday, July 26, 2024.

The airline you choose is completely up to you. While flights are not included, we’re always happy to help narrow down the best flight options for you. Simply give us a call or send us an email, letting us know where you’ll be flying from, if you have a preferred airline (based on frequent flyer miles or credit card points), and what class of service you typically like to book.

And of course the standard disclaimer, you are always welcome to book any flight or airline you wish and OUTbound does not guarantee or endorse any airline or flight.

Boarding Our Ship

Getting to the Ship

Getting to our ship at the River Cruise Dock Nuremberg from Nuremberg International Airport (NUE) normally takes about 25 to 30 minutes by car, depending on traffic.

River Cruise Dock Nuremberg Address: Europakai, 90451 Nürnberg, Germany

By Taxi: Rates for taxis can often range from €35 to €45 depending on the time of day, and are readily available as you exit the Nuremberg airport on the arrivals (ground) level.

By Rideshare: Uber is available all over Germany. Uber fares from the Nuremberg airport to our ship docked at the River Cruise Dock Nuremberg will often run anywhere from €35 to €50, depending on the time of day and traffic.

Boarding

Boarding officially begins at 4:00pm local time on Friday, July 26th, but you are free to arrive at our ship at any time after 2:00pm. In the event your stateroom is not ready prior to 4:00pm, feel free to drop your bags at the reception desk, grab a drink from the bar and relax in the panoramic lounge or head up top to the sun deck to recover from your long travel day.

Tipping

Tipping Our Hosts

Tipping is the ONLY thing not included with your OUTbound vacation. We never want to dictate anyone’s generosity or decide how much you think YOUR experience with a crew member, waitstaff or tour guide was worth. How much to tip depends on the type of service you receive and your personal experience.

During our trip together, you’ll come into contact with many different servers and hosts. At the end of each day’s guided tour, you’ll have the chance to tip our guide and driver whatever you feel your experience was worth.

Onboard our ship, you’ll receive an envelope in your stateroom on the last night of our cruise before disembarking the next morning in Amsterdam. It’s here where you will have the opportunity to leave a tip that will be split among the crew… waitstaff, bartenders, room stewards and the entertainment staff.

A general rule of thumb for tipping the ship’s staff is €10 per day, per person.

However, if your experience warrants something more, then by all means feel free to be as generous as you would like. If you feel that any individual in particular has gone above and beyond in making your experience something extra special, then we encourage you to reach out to them directly and let them know how much you appreciated their service during our time together.

Currency

What Money Should You Bring?

Germany & Netherlands

Both Germany and Netherlands are members of the European Union and one of 20 countries that use the Euro (abbreviated €) as their national currency.

You can also use your credit or debit card as well throughout our trip, as credit cards are widely accepted everywhere in the countries we are visiting. However, remember that there will be additional bank charges upon usage and even a foreign transaction fee in some cases, depending on your bank.

Power Outlets

What Power Converters Will I Need?

For your visit to the European Union, you’ll need a Type C adapter for use on our ship as it has the standard EU power outlets. This will be the same adapter you’ll need for any hotels you’ll be staying in if you are extending your trip to Europe.

The Type C is the plug which has two round pins, like this…

You can also find a ton of options on Amazon or other retailers that will include USB ports for charging your phone, tablet and other devices all at the same time.

Keep in mind that the United Kingdom (UK) uses different power outlets than the EU, so the Type C adapter will not work if you are visiting England, Scotland, Wales, or Northern Ireland during your trip.

Travel Insurance

If we’ve learned anything over these last couple of years, it’s that the world can be an uncertain place at times. While you’re never required to buy travel insurance, it’s a good idea and we recommend all OUTbounders consider protecting your hard-earned vacation money. The price of your coverage will depend on a few factors, including the cost of the trip, what state you live in, how long before the trip departs, and if you have any pre-existing or underlying health conditions, to name a few.

Some reasons why you might buy travel insurance include:

Cancel for Any Reason
Unexpected Work Requirements
Personal or Family Illness

OUTbound does not provide travel insurance. However, we always recommend using a third-party insurance carrier to provide your coverage.

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