Sunday, June 10, 2012

Stad Amsterdam

Clipper Stad Amsterdam, IMO 9185554, port of LivornoThe “Stad Amsterdam” (City of Amsterdam) is a three-masted clipper designed by Gerard Dijkstra, who modelled her after a mid-19th century frigate by the same name. The 76-meter sailing ship was built in 2000 at the Damen Oranjewerf, using a combination of modern techniques with the best qualities of clippers of the past.Clipper Stad Amsterdam, IMO 9185554, port of LivornoWith a classic “look and feel” and 29 sails the “Stad Amsterdam” can reach 17 knots.Clipper Stad Amsterdam, IMO 9185554, port of LivornoUsed for training and as a charter-ship, this elegant sailing yacht has 14 cabins for 28 guests, a small library and a spacious long room. She won the 2001 Cutty Sark Tall Ships' Race.

External links: Clipper - Stad Amsterdam (Wikipedia) - Stad Amsterdam (Official Site)

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17 comments:

  1. RandyJune 10, 2012 at 2:34 AM

    What a beautiful looking ship.

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  2. JackJune 10, 2012 at 4:06 AM

    What a beauty! Why don't you and I charter it for a CDP party, VP?

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  3. Traveling HawkJune 10, 2012 at 9:34 AM

    It's a beautiful ship indeed, reminding me of tropical lands and battles with the pirates:)

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  4. Vaty ♪June 10, 2012 at 10:23 AM

    Lovely pics! Would love to visit this place:)

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  5. Babzy.BJune 10, 2012 at 10:37 AM

    great three-masted :)

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  6. UnknownJune 10, 2012 at 12:38 PM

    What a beauty! Love the top composition.

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  7. brattcatJune 10, 2012 at 2:17 PM

    oh, she is so fine.

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  8. cieldequimperJune 10, 2012 at 5:01 PM

    Can I join the party? :-)

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  9. Rob SiemannJune 10, 2012 at 7:41 PM

    Gosh, you get some very fancy visitors!!! She's beautiful!

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  10. Cezar and LéiaJune 10, 2012 at 9:25 PM

    Bonjour VP!
    It's an impressive ship, your first picture is awesome I love the detail and the colors!
    I would love to visit this ship and learn more about it's history.Thanks for sharing, you did a fabulous article here!
    Have a nice week!
    Léia

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  11. VirginiaJune 10, 2012 at 11:02 PM

    I like Jack's idea. Party on the Stad sounds fun. She's a beauty. Thanks for the great shots.
    V

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  12. DinaJune 11, 2012 at 12:18 AM

    Jack is right. Invite 29 bloggers and each one can hoist a sail.

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  13. GunnJune 11, 2012 at 12:57 AM

    She looks beautiful!
    Great images and with nice details.

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  14. VPJune 11, 2012 at 12:46 PM

    Charter in winter season is 102,500 USD per week...

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  15. PerthDailyPhotoJune 11, 2012 at 3:53 PM

    Oh be still my heart, that is the most gorgeous ship I've seen in a very long time, i can just picture her in full sail. Look at those rusty old anchors in the top shot, fabulous. Postcard perfect last image here VP.

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  16. AriannaJune 11, 2012 at 7:03 PM

    Velieriiiii! Che belli!! Arianna

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  17. Stefan JanssonJune 15, 2012 at 12:54 AM

    That really is a beautiful ship.

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