Looking for fun outings? Discover my personal recommendations and handy tips for a successful day out. Whether you’re interested in museums, nature walks, culinary discoveries, or adventurous activities, I’m happy to share my experiences to make your outing a success. Get inspired and enjoy an unforgettable day!
Chinese New Year 2026. On 17 February 2026, the Year of the Horse begins according to the Chinese calendar. The year runs until 7 February 2027. The Horse is the seventh animal in the twelve-year cycle of the Chinese zodiac and stands for energy, optimism and movement. 2026 is the Year of the Fire Horse.
Are you in Innsbruck and looking for a special outing? Then a visit to Swarovski Crystal Worlds is definitely worth it. With the 16 Chambers of Wonder, you step into a world of art, light, and crystal. It’s not a standard museum, but a true immersive experience.
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.
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.
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.
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.
Tanabata Festival in the Japanese Garden of Hasselt. On a sunny day in July, I began my solo trip to Hasselt in Belgium. I boarded the train with the goal of visiting the Tanabata Festival. I had high expectations and was not disappointed. Read further at my blog.