S02E02 - Gouda, Netherlands – A Taste of Classic Dutch Life

In this episode of the TSJ CruisePod – Your journey beyond the waves, the Metropolis Tour 2026 reaches its first port of call in the Netherlands.Although the MSC Poesia docks in Rotterdam, one of Europe’s most modern and architecturally bold port cities, this episode takes you beyond the harbor and into the heart of traditional Dutch culture. After a short panoramic drive through Rotterdam, the journey continues to Gouda, a charming historic city best known for its cheese, canals, and relaxed atmosphere.Join Thomas Sebastian Jensen as he shares impressions from a guided walk through Gouda’s old town, visits to the famous cheese weighing house, tastings of surprisingly diverse Gouda cheeses, and a stop at the impressive Sint Janskerk with its world-renowned stained-glass windows. The episode also includes small personal moments, from discovering fresh stroopwafels to unexpected finds in a local Lego shop.In addition, this episode provides an overview of alternative shore excursions available from Rotterdam, including city tours, day trips to Amsterdam, and visits to The Hague – highlighting the wide range of experiences this port has to offer.A perfect blend of modern city life and timeless Dutch traditions, this episode captures the spirit of the Metropolis Tour and sets the tone for the journey ahead.🎧 Sit back, listen in, and continue your journey beyond the waves.