National Tulip Day 2026. On Saturday, January 17, 2026, it was finally here: the 14th edition of the National Tulip Day in Amsterdam. Since 2012, this day has been celebrated every year on the third Saturday of January and marks the start of the (cut) tulip season.
In this blog, I take you along to National Tulip Day and share my experience of this colorful and joyful day on Museumplein.
Do you love winter as much as I do? Are the winter months your favorite time of the year? Then a visit to Innsbruck in winter is highly recommended.
In less than two hours by plane from Schiphol Airport in Amsterdam, you find yourself in Innsbruck. A city that is beautiful in both summer and winter, but in winter it has just that little bit extra. Let me take you along in this blog.
Art Circle in Bloemendaal. On a beautiful summer day in Bloemendaal, I participated in the Art Circle, a creative session organized by Roos, the founder of Mandala Monday. This afternoon was not only an opportunity to unleash my creativity, but also to connect deeply with nature and with myself. Read more in my blog about my experiences with the Art Circle.
Grand Hotel Amrâth Kurhaus. If you’ve ever been to Scheveningen, chances are you’ve seen the majestic Grand Hotel Amrâth Kurhaus on the boulevard. This iconic building exudes an allure, that makes you curious about what it would be like to stay there. For a long time, it was on my list to visit this hotel. The time has finally come, and in this blog I share my experiences with you.
Sustainable Fashion Summer Pop-Up. Throughout the month of August, the Sustainable Fashion Collective (SF/Collective), together with the brands el.résidu, The Launch and the bikini brand Via Di Gioia, is organizing a unique Summer Pop-Up at Haarlemmerstraat 72 in Amsterdam. I had the pleasure of attending the soft opening. In this blog, you can read everything you need to know about this special event.
Castlefest 2024. It was a sunny Sunday in August, when I first stepped onto the magical grounds of Castlefest. An event that literally takes you back in time. In the wooded landscape of Keukenhof Castle in Lisse, it felt as if I had stepped into the Middle Ages. Read more in my blog about my experiences of Castlefest.
‘Meal salads. Tasty Salads in 4 Seasons’ by Emily Ezekiel. When summer is in full bloom, there is no better way to enjoy the sunshine than with a refreshing meal salad. Here, I share my experience with this inspiring cookbook. Read further at my blog.
Asian events in august 2024. We have reached August. It is now summer and we are in the high season. Vacation time for many people. Yet, there are also fun Asian events that are worth a visit. I have put together my TOP 10 Asian events for this month. Grab your calendar and make a note of which Asian events you want to visit.
A solo day trip to Brussels. Brussels, the capital of Belgium, offers an abundance of history, culture, and adventure. For the solo traveler, there is no shortage of experiences and sights to explore in just one day. If you’re spending a day alone in this beautiful city, here are ten must-see attractions you shouldn’t miss.
Italian pasta making workshop at Macchè Pasta Workshop in Voorburg. Italy is renowned for its rich culinary traditions, and pasta is one of the most beloved dishes worldwide. Although making pasta might seem complicated, I discovered during a workshop at Macchè Pasta Workshop, that creating fresh pasta is not only achievable, but also incredibly fun and satisfying. Here is my experience.