SHIP is the Sluis Haven Information Point in IJmuiden, Velsen, Netherlands and the largest sea lock in the world, here they show you how construction is being tackled and how far it has progressed, there are permanent exhibitions and it is a fascinating visit for young and old. You enjoy a guided tour and there are various packages available with films, excursions and lectures, there is even a restaurant and roof terrace. SHIP is an entire lock complex replicated to scale, come view the fine examples of Dutch hydraulic engineering, turn the buttons yourself and be a lock keeper, they are even wheelchair accessible, the welcome groups and companies for an educational and amazing day out, they can also cater to meetings for product presentations or workshops in VIP and cinema rooms with lunch, tour guides, catering and facilitators, it's all here, a must experience attraction.READ MORE

The Forteiland IJmuiden on the North Sea is the largest fort in the Defense line of Amsterdam, and they are a versatile location for companies, customer days out, staff parties and meetings in historical surrounds. Modern facilities in authentic rooms ensure a wonderful visit and there are 18 meeting rooms, it's the perfect atmosphere for business indoors and out, they also offer spectacular RIB boating over the open waters at high speed for relaxation, adventure and fun, it's an island with unlimited possibiliites. The Forteiland IJmuiden also offers excellent team building activities and adventures, basejump without a parachute, walk across a balance beam, there's rifle shooting, archery and much more with ultimate team building challenges, the fort is also a place of discovery with fascinating tours, and they are open year round.READ MORE

At Westenwind Marine Antiques in IJmuiden, you will find treasures that have been uniquely sourced. Many nautical artifacts are one off and these rare finds are generally hard to come by. Although it is not the primary business of Westenwind Marine, nautical antiques are in high demand and the company decided to enhance their business by starting an antique nautical collection. Some artifacts can be found but mainly large, brassed items are available. Owing to Westenwind Marine staff working in the industry, their extensive knowledge has impacted on ensuring accurate, original information is provided for the antiques and artifacts on the floor. Providing most of Holland, Westenwind Marine Antiques is a must visit for the serious nautical aficionado.READ MORE

Dutch Pedelec Tours welcomes you come experience their amazing e-bike tours with their luxurious flyer e-bike rentals in the Netherlands, enjoy cycling holidays and tours for young and old. They provide pedelecs in the Amsterdam beach region including cycling along the IJmuiden locks in IJmuiden aan Zee, and taking a water taxi to the other side to visit museums along the route, the boathouse of the KNRM in Wijk aan Zee and enjoy a wonderful meal and rest at a restaurant. Dutch Pedelec Tours invite you to come discover the Netherlands the Dutch away, and enjoy amazing cycling holidays in North Holland, they will even deliver an E-bike to your hotel, and self guided bike tours are available, enjoy a picnic, the surrounding areas and these easy to use e-bikes can reach up to 16 miles per hour with no training needed, book today and let the adventures begin.READ MORE

Grand Cafe Kruiten in IJmuiden aan Zee, Velsen, Netherlands is located at the site where the train station used to be, so the wonderful atmosphere is based on history, and they are open for lunch and dinner. Come enjoy traditional Dutch snacks and small dishes from all over the world in homely surrounds surrounded by old posters and photographs and hand made ships, and the kitchen is open every day until 9:30pm. Grand Cafe Kruiten features a large terrace with lovely loungers, and they have various rooms for celebrations and events in groups, they cater to anything from buffet meals to high tea, high wine, high beer, receptions, meetings and special occasions and will adapt a menu to your needs, the various buffet choices include an Oriental buffet, a chef's burger buffet, healthy buffet, tapas buffet, deluxe buffet and mini dessert bar, there are also reception and meeting packages available.READ MORE

Parrilla Grande in IJmuiden, Velsen, Netherlands offers a unique concept of Argentinian cuisine with sublime meat dishes from there, and it comes fresh in special refrigerated containers, so no freezing. Come for the best Argentinian meat dishes prepared on an open charcoal fire served rare, medium or well done with French fries or a baked potato and salad bar, and there are mouthwatering choices of sirloin, tenderloin and ribeye as well as combos with sauces of your choices. Parrilla Grande also offer a complete meat assortment served on your own table grill, there are spare ribs too and they have a children's menu, plus the serve wines, coffee, cocktails and siblime desserts for the perfect ending to a wonderful meal, come to meat lovers heaven done the Argentinian way with pure Black Angus Argentianian steaks.READ MORE

Bar Brasserie Het Zandhuis in IJmuiden, Velsen, Netherlands home of the tower has been delighting guests for years with their delicious hamburgers, Jack Daniel's spare ribs, stone oven pizzas and tapas by reservation only, and all dishes are perfect for take away. They have indoor and outdoor dining options and the Beachhouse here sells everything under the sun that has to do with the beach, including kites, inflatables, toys, bodyboards and skimboards, wind games and flip flops, name it the probably have it. Bar Brasserie Het Zandhuis is the perfect location for private events, parties, celebrations and meetings, and choices include buffets, tapas and other menu options, come for a wonderful dining experience with spectacular views over the boats and water.READ MORE

The Augusta Hotel and Restaurant in IJmuiden aan Zee, Velsen, Netherlands is located in a beautiful polished redbrick building dating back to 1907, and recently decorated in Art Deco style is equipped with all the modern comforts. There are 25 hotel rooms with different choices available and a free breakfast, they are fully equipped for longer stays and there are also facilities for business meetings, and they will organise yours exclusively, plus there are different conference packages. The Augusta Hotel and Restaurant has a beautiful and stylish, elegantly decorated restaurant serving exquisite French cuisine with a modern touch and wonderful selection of wines, they are open for lunch and dinner, there are also exclusive dining halls available for private events with rental equipment, come for an unforgettable stay and event, they look forward to being of excellent service.READ MORE

DFDS Seaways offers ferries to Holland and France with four routes from the UK, and have one many awards as the leading ferry operator in Europe and the world, they also offer mini cruises, short breaks, ferry crossings, holiday cruises and more. They offers a daily, overnight ferry to IJmuiden which sails from Newcastle, you get to spend a comfortable night in a private en-suite cabin and facilities and amenities onboard this modern cruise ship include a cinema, bars and restaurants and more. DFDS Seaways welcomes you to catch the newest blockbusters and latests movies in their onboard cinemas, and there are a number of bars on board where guests can drinks and relax, some even provide live music and entertainment, and they outdoor Sky Bar is up on deck, staff even organise wine, beer and whiskey tastings, and for delicious dining there's a buffet restaurant, an a la carte restaurant and a cafe, also a children's play area, welcome aboard.READ MORE

The Bunker Museum in IJmuiden aan Zee, Velsen, Netherlands welcomes you to a fascinating and informative visit in the men's bunker of the Heerenduin battery, and they celebrate special events like Bunker Day and the Historical weekend. Listed as a national monument, and from November to March you can enjoy museum tours on the first Sunday of every month available for 15 people, so advanced booking is a must for these winter tours during their winter closure. The Bunker Museum is open every first and third Sunday in the months of April to October, come learn about the fascinating life of the 18 soldiers who stayed here during the Second world war, this open air museum also features outside collection pieces of beach barriers, and the rooms inside have ben converted into a diorama with reconstructions of a bedroom from then and more, they also have an underground Seehund pavilion which shows the wreck of a 12 metre long mini boat, it's all here for a fascinating visit.READ MORE