For everyone that loves design and especially Danish or Scandinavian design, good news, check out the HAY store in Amsterdam on the Nieuwezijds Voorburgwal 326! It has been open for a while but I love hanging out at this store, especially because there is a coffee corner by the ‘Koffie Salon’. I must say it’s not yet like the HAY house I went to in Copenhagen, but it’s still beautiful on the inside! Continue reading
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Roots & Bulbs | London
Roots & Bulbs have about three locations in London, I love the ones in Marylebone and South Kensington! Their juices are twice cold pressed, a method that retains more nutrients for juices! I had a coconut yoghurt breakfast topped with delicious blueberries and strawberries. It was actually the first time I tried this type of yoghurt, it was delicious! I also had a green juice (you have a lot of choice) filled with spinach, kale and superfoods!Esprit Café
In the historical hart of Amsterdam you will find the Esprit Café. This unique location on the Spui is very charming and lies central! Esprit is known for its delicious menu filled with club sandwiches, pasta’s, burgers and salads! To accompany your coffee, they have home-made carrot cakes and cheesecakes of course! Don’t miss this café on this romantic square! Continue reading
Amsterdam Light Festival (2)
Haven’t been to the Light Festival in Amsterdam yet? Now’s the time to go! You have until the 18th of January, so not rush quite yet… Have a look at what you’re missing if you don’t go! Besides, its so much fun being on the water… Love it!
IJ-Kantine @NDSM Werf
For the first time I headed towards the very cold NDSM werf by pond. It was a great experience! It’s really cool over there! If you are in to art and design, this place is worth visiting! It has a lot of cool old factory’s that are transformed into clubbing areas and cafes! I had a coffee at the IJ-Kantine! A cozy place also for big families!
This is the great view that you have from there!
Munthe in Copenhagen
Need a good shopping place in Copenhagen? This is one of my favorite design and fashion stores in the cute heart of Copenhagen! Munthe plus Simonsen is a fashion store for women, located in the charming old street, Grønnegade. I simply LOVE it! It’s definitely a must see, even if you don’t need anything! Continue reading
Visit Europe on a Budget
Merry Christmas everyone!!! Here are some lovely tips for you to travel around Europe on a budget!! Enjoy this lovely long weekend!
Are you planning a trip to Europe sometime soon? Europe can get very expensive, especially for flights. Luckily, I have some tips to stay on budget. Europe has quite a lot of budget airlines flying to many destinations with flights under 20euro’s! With enough research and my tips, you will be able to make it affordable.
Top Travel Blogs
Looking forward to booking nice new holidays destinations? Here is a list of my favorite travel blogs at the moment that inspire me the most!
Weekend Guide 19/12
Are you as excited as me that it is finally weekend?! I have prepared a weekend guide for my Dutch Amsterdam followers! However, if you are visiting Amsterdam as tourist, you might also like this for any weekend in Amsterdam 😉
This weekend is the last weekend before…. Christmas !!! Therefore, Amsterdam is packed with Christmas markets so that everyone can find their perfect gifts… Have you seen my Christmas gift guide yet? Check it out!
Weekend Guide 5/12
As mentioned in my previous post, it is Sinterklaas in the Netherlands today! What a great way to start the weekend… A day full of presents, surprises and chocolates! YAY!
What is there to do this weekend in Amsterdam? Well tonight, there is an awesome party at the Trouw (you must go there before it closes) of Ostgut Ton and Marcel Dettmann!
After a night of partying you definitely need a perfect breakfast or brunch:
– REIN: for a delicious healthy breakfast and juices
– the Breakfast club (open from 8am till very late)!
– KOKO Coffee & Design in the city center
For my favorite coffee places of the weekend, read more!
What is there to see in museums this weekend?
– Marlene Dumas @Stedelijk Museum
– Vivian Maier @FOAM Museum
– Don’t miss the terrific Light Festival in Amsterdam!!!
Are you curious what hotspots im going to have drinks and dinner at this weekend? Stay updated through my Facebook and Instagram!
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