Skipper 1: My name is Rene, I am living in Amsterdam for 25 years now. I live on the houseboat. I have spent about ten years saving the boat from sinking and am now happily living on the water. About five years ago I have bought the boat which you will be touring on (The Orion). I have replaced the diesel motor by an electric motor to turn the boat in a 100% sustainable canal tour ship. I have places 18 solar panels on top of my houseboat which provides the Orion with its clean energy. I am an absolute lover of Amsterdam and enjoy telling others about the beauty and mystery of the city!