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12 of the best hotels in Brussels for a city trip
If you are using Brussels Those who know Brussels a little less well might have a somewhat stiff image, with its stately parliament buildings and wide streets. Personally, I find the neighborhoods and streets just outside the city center the most enjoyable to wander around. These include the up-and-coming districts of Matogne, Ixelles, and Saint-Gilles. Don't miss Rue Antoine Dansaert and Chaussée de Flandre! You'll find many great hotspots close together there, and you can easily spend an entire afternoon wandering around. Looking for a nice hotel in Brussels? Then we know exactly where you'll want to stay. Enjoy!
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HELLO long weekend!
With Ascension Day turning today into a little Friday kind of day ;-), this is the moment to gather your friends and do something fun.
And trust me: there is a lot happening in Amsterdam!
From Rollende Keukens taking over Westerpark to Aardbewoners Festival at @artis_amsterdam, Proef Pampus on Forteiland Pampus, CABINET Curated Curiosa & Design Market at the Centrale Markthal, Museum Market on Museumplein, Royal Palace audio tours for all ages, and Pure Markt in the Amsterdamse Bos.
Also fun to check out: you can get SALVO Miso Caramel Tiramisu Lattes at a Bike Thru in Amsterdam-Noord!
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What's your vibe this long weekend? You can find me in ARTIS and at Rollende Keukens!
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LOOKING FORWARD TO SUMMER! Are you also longing for warmer weather and secretly itching to book a weekend getaway on the Dutch coast ☀️? I certainly am! That’s why today I have a tip for 24 LOVELY BEACH HOTELS AND HOMES BY THE BETWEEN.
Save this post, or comment STRANDHOTEL and you will receive the complete list of all the gems directly via DM. Enjoy the weekend!
#beachhotels #housebythesea #netherlands #northhollandzeeland
𝟭𝟲 𝗽𝗹𝗮𝗰𝗲𝘀 𝗶𝗻 𝗔𝗺𝘀𝘁𝗲𝗿𝗱𝗮𝗺 𝘄𝗵𝗲𝗿𝗲 𝘆𝗼𝘂'𝗹𝗹 𝗲𝗮𝘁 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗯𝗲𝘀𝘁 𝘁𝗮𝗰𝗼𝘀 🌮
Are you going classic with carne asada & salsa verde, or do you prefer something a little different, like birria for dipping or tempura mushroom with salsa negra!?
In this guide, you'll find my favorite taco hotspots in Amsterdam, including a must-try tip for every spot 🍴
📍 @masmais.taqueria (West)
🌮 Favorite: tuna tostada & sea bass ceviche
Perfect if you love Mexican food with a focus on seafood, great cocktails, and a laid-back cantina vibe. It feels like being in Mexico for a moment, right in Amsterdam West.
📍 @tacos.lasinaloense (Ten Katemarkt & Albert Cuypmarkt)
🌮 Favorite: create your own taco & go all in on salsa
Street-style tacos the way they're meant to be: handmade tortillas, slow-cooked steaks, and choosing your own spice level.
📍 @madre.amsterdam (Jordaan)
🌮 Favorite: birria quesatacos & tempura mushroom tacos
A plant-based Mexican restaurant that proves just how flavorful vegetarian food can be. Comfort food with a twist, and perfect for sharing.
📍 @bacalar.amsterdam (North)
🌮 Favorite: octopus taco
Still one of my favorites in Noord, with a great terrace too. Raw setting, huge on flavor. Weekend lunch here is my favorite! Definitely ask for the specials.
On 𝗬𝗼𝘂𝗿𝗹𝗶𝘁𝘁𝗹𝗲𝗯𝗹𝗮𝗰𝗸𝗯𝗼𝗼𝗸.𝗺𝗲 you'll find the complete guide with the 16 best taco spots in Amsterdam.
Do you have a taco spot I really need to try?
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𝗔𝗺𝘀𝘁𝗲𝗿𝗱𝗮𝗺 𝗪𝗲𝗲𝗸𝗲𝗻𝗱 𝗚𝘂𝗶𝗱𝗲: 𝗠𝗮𝘆 𝟴, 𝟵 & 𝟭𝟬
This weekend is packed with markets, food events and lots of good excuses to spend the entire weekend out and about in Amsterdam.
From the free @oatly Matcha Strawberry Signature Drink and limited edition bag charm launch at @binibakery to Het Hapjesfestijn in Noord and the Creative Lab Summer Pop-Up at Klaproos & Café Soleil.
Plus, there are lots of fun Mother's Day ideas in this new guide, from brunches to the @ladress summer sale and 50% discount tickets for a concert at @concertgebouw.
Also very in the mood for the North Seafood BBQ at @nikotin.restobar
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What's your vibe this weekend… markets, matcha, a long lunch or trying a new hotspot?
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Come with me to get breakfast in Taipei 🥢
Straight from the airport to this little place to taste soup dumplings and so much more! That's what I call a soft landing 😉 <3
In Taipei, you go to a Soy Milk Shop for breakfast. Warm soy milk to eat in a bowl, and steam baskets with the tastiest dumplings and baozi. You can really wake me up for this kind of breakfast. These local breakfast spots come in all shapes and sizes, from Michelin-recommended spots to hole-in-the-wall stalls.
Most soy milk shops open early (and sometimes even 24 hours a day), and these are the dishes you want to try:
🥄 Warm soy milk
🥢 Soup dumplings (you can often choose between pork and veggies)
🥢 Pork baozi
🥢 Youtiao (油條 - a kind of fried donut stick)
🥢 Youtiao (油條) w/ pork floss & rice
🥢 Turnip cake
🥢 Chives pancake
🥢 Scallion pancake
TIP: Sharing is a good idea to taste as much as possible, because the portions are (often) large.
You'll want to remember these soy milk shops for your future trip to Taipei:
📍Fuhang Soy Milk
📍Soy Milk Shop
📍Yong He Soya Milk King (Da'an)
📍Sihai Soy Milk
I am currently touring Taiwan, and you can also find all the tips in my Stories Highlight.
Have you ever been to Taiwan? I'm curious if you thought it was *that* amazing!
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#taipeifood #taipeitravel #TaiwanWavesOfWonder #ExperienceTaiwan @taiwantoerisme #presstrip
{ In this Taiwan Travel Guide video, I share my favorite breakfast spots in Taipei for an authentic Taiwanese breakfast }
𝗔𝗺𝘀𝘁𝗲𝗿𝗱𝗮𝗺 𝗪𝗲𝗲𝗸𝗲𝗻𝗱 𝗚𝘂𝗶𝗱𝗲: 𝗔𝗽𝗿𝗶𝗹 𝟯𝟬 + 𝗠𝗮𝘆 𝟭, 𝟮 & 𝟯
HELLO first weekend of May!
From a brand-new rooftop beach in Oost to vintage treasure hunting at IJ-Hallen, Italian market mornings, new restaurants and lots of May holiday plans for families.
Also on my radar this weekend:
📍 East Beach
📍 Café Pigalle
📍 Sassy's
📍 HORTA
📍 Bar Copa
📍 Amour Amer
📍 Café Felix
📍 Chez Chloé
And yes, market season is fully back. Sunday Market, IJ-Hallen, NoordOogst and Zi Camì Market… where to start?
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What's your vibe this weekend… markets, terraces, new hotspots or something fun with the kids?
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Just back from Catalonia and I thought: I'll share some tips right away.
During our road trip, we stayed two nights in the Ebro Delta. An incredibly fun stop for families and foodies, where there is plenty to do.
• A boat trip to the Musclarium is a must! Here you eat oysters and mussels straight from the farm, in the middle of the sea.
· Admire the flamingos and black ibises that can be found here all year round.
· Rice is grown in the Ebro Delta all year round. For paella, but Kensho also makes sake and miso from it! You can visit them during a tasting.
Cycling along the rice fields, canoeing on the Ebro River, and visiting various beaches. It was still a bit too cold right now, but there is plenty to do.
• The towns are very low-key and not that exciting, but you can find fantastic local food there. From the Michelin-awarded Les Moles* to local eateries like Vermuteria Bonmarisc and Lo Tinglado. We ate a lot of fish, but also anemone fritters (a first!).
Now back to work, and I’m going to create an extensive travel guide of this road trip through Catalonia, but you’ll want to save these tips for a future adventure.
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{ In this post, I share tips for the Ebro Delta in Spain (Delta de l'Ebre). More tips for Catalonia can be found at www.yourlittleblackbook.me }
HELLO WEEKEND!
A short note, but a very packed Amsterdam Weekend Guide online with 76 tips for Kingsday, Kingsnight, new restaurants, kidsproof May holiday activities and everything in between.
Comment WEEKEND and I'll send you the full guide in your DM.
Cheers from Spain, where I will celebrate with orange wine from Priorat ✌🏼🧡.
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@anne_de_buck
The most important things to do are done by the community through this Nederland and in Amsterdam?
The May holidays have begun, and that means: quality time with the kids. From creative workshops and fun playgrounds to new museums, kid-friendly festivals, and adventures in nature.
On 𝗬𝗼𝘂𝗿𝗟𝗶𝘁𝘁𝗹𝗲𝗕𝗹𝗮𝗰𝗸𝗕𝗼𝗼𝗸.𝗺𝗲, you will find two comprehensive guides with more than 50 tips! Believe me, you won't be bored anymore ;-).
Take all tips via the line in my bio. Have fun!
I'm curious: what do you have planned for this holiday?
PS: We are doing a road trip from Barcelona to Valencia this year and you can travel along via stories.
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𝗔𝗺𝘀𝘁𝗲𝗿𝗱𝗮𝗺 𝗪𝗲𝗲𝗸𝗲𝗻𝗱 𝗚𝘂𝗶𝗱𝗲: 𝗔𝗽𝗿𝗶𝗹 𝟭𝟲, 𝟭𝟳, 𝟭𝟴 & 𝟭𝟵
Your Amsterdam weekend, sorted. 🖤
Baby lambs, spring markets, new restaurant openings and more events not to miss, this week's Amsterdam Weekend Guide is packed.
💬 Comment 𝗪𝗘𝗘𝗞𝗘𝗡𝗗 and I'll send you the full Amsterdam Weekend Guide with 81 tips straight to your DMs.
Have fun making plans!
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| PS: Follow @yourlbb for the best Amsterdam hotspots, new restaurants, weekend tips and travel inspiration in the Netherlands and beyond. Only Amsterdam tips? Then check out @yourlbb.amsterdam.
PUUR YONNIE, an ode to Jonnie Boer.
Today I had the honor of being at @delibrijezwolle for the book launch of @jonnie_en_therese.
I spent the whole evening reading and flipping through the pages.
WHAT A BOOK.
What stories.
WHAT AN ODE.
Love, Nature, Pioneer, Fatherhood, Music, Jonnie's Foundation, Friendship, Suppliers, Local products, Relaxation, Entrepreneurship, Humor & The pure human being.
Everything passes by, beautifully written by @joel.broekaert.
With contributions from, among others, @nelsontanate, @rekkebus, @ronblaauwtje, @jorisbijdendijk, @sidney_schutte & @hvw043.
Thanks for the lovely afternoon @jonnie_en_therese 💚
PURE JONNIE,
From 14 April
at your local bookstore
(and online)
🖊️ @anne_de_buck
This is your ticket to Japan without taking a plane 🥢
@tewatashi.ams in De Pijp serves an authentic Edo-Mae Sushi Experience and is super consistent in their quality.
It's the place we keep going back to when we have something to celebrate <3.
In this video I'm sharing the 2 hour experience in 60 seconds.
Still dreaming about the buttery ika nigiri. 🤤
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🖊️ @anne_de_buck
{ one of the best authentic Japanese restaurants in Amsterdam serving premium sushi omakase in De Pijp }
12 of the best hotels in Brussels
Hotel Le Berger
Each room in this boutique hotel is uniquely decorated and completely different. My favorite? The room with the floral wallpaper! The vintage-style lobby regularly hosts fun events.
Shepherd's Street 24, Brussels – Booking.com
Le Berger Hotel, Bruges © Booking.com
Drum
This building once housed several artists' studios. Now, these same artists have transformed these studios into unique hotel rooms with an industrial touch. This hotel is located in the heart of the trendy Dansaert neighborhood, with many great places within walking distance.
Hopstraat 63, Brussels – Booking.com
Drumum, Brussels © Booking.com
Happy Guesthouse
At this B&B, you'll be just around the corner from all the hotspots in Brussels city center. The rooms are clean, minimalist, and fully equipped. Perfect for an unforgettable city break.
Gasthuisstraat 27, Brussels – Booking.com
Happy Guesthouse, Brussels © Booking.com
Maison Flagey Brussels
With classic décor, you can't go wrong. Hardwood floors, a freestanding authentic bathtub, and waking up to the aroma of fresh bread rolls. At Maison Flagey Brussels, you're guaranteed a good night's sleep and a delicious breakfast. The hotel is housed in an Art Nouveau building dating back to 1906. Don't be put off by the occasional appearance, as this hotel is an architectural landmark in the city. If you're staying here for a long weekend, don't forget to visit the weekend market at Flagey Square to sample some local delicacies. Looking for a unique view? Then you can choose a room with a lake view at this hotel.
Avenue du Général De Gaulle 39, Brussels – Booking.com
Maison Flagey Brussels ©Booking.com
Pillows City Hotel Brussels Center
If you're traveling to Brussels by train, you won't have to look far for a comfortable place to stay. Just 100 meters from Central Station, you'll find Pillows City Hotel Brussels Centre. This ultra-fancy hotel is all about luxury. Not only the decor but also the service is meticulously arranged. Every morning, you can enjoy a well-prepared breakfast buffet. You can also relax in peace, as despite its central location, this hotel is wonderfully quiet. You can stay overnight in a romantic double room or in a spacious family room. Some even have a walk-in shower.
Rue des Paroissiens 15, Brussels – Booking.com
Pillows City Hotel Brussels Center ©Booking.com
The Dominican
The Dominican is located in the heart of Brussels' vibrant city center. It's a boutique hotel with its own bar, where you'll undoubtedly enjoy a few cocktails late into the evening. There's a business center with meeting rooms, a private gym, and a wonderful spa, all free for guests. All these extras, combined with an overnight stay in the Executive Loft or Grand Palace Suite overlooking the Grand Place, make this one of the best hotels in Brussels. Breakfast is available in the Grand Lounge until 10:00 AM, so you don't have to rush out of bed. (On weekends, it's even open until 11:00 AM. Zzzz…
Rue Léopold 9, Brussels – Booking.com
The Dominican ©Booking.com
Nhow Brussels Bloom
A bit groovy, basic, and yet oh so unique. Nhow Brussels Bloom offers cozy designer rooms and is known for its sustainability. The common areas, such as the gym and lounge, are stylishly decorated, but the restaurant with its neon waffle truck takes the cake. You've probably never had such a fun breakfast. Keep an eye on the kids at the candy buffet, and make sure the dog doesn't steal your baguette—because yes, four-legged friends are welcome too. This hotel is located in the Kruidtuin district and is within walking distance of the Toy Museum and a variety of restaurants.
Rue Royale 250, Brussels – Booking.com
Nhow Brussels Bloom ©Booking.com
Rocco Forte Hotel Amigo
From uber-modern, we move on to the historic neighborhood on the edge of the Grand Place. Here you'll find one of Brussels' favorite and best hotels. Many people stay here year after year. Rocco Forte Hotel Amigo is so popular not only for its excellent location and on-site restaurant, but also for its friendly staff. You enter a chic reception area and, via the spiral staircase (or elevator), are directed to one of the classic suites. Each suite has a different color theme and features a luxurious bathroom. Have something to celebrate? Then consider the Grand Place Suite with its private roof terrace.
Rue de l'Amigo 1, Brussels – Booking.com
Rocco Forte Hotel Amigo ©Booking.com
Moxy Brussels City Center
Moxy hotels are and remain highly recommended in many major cities. Moxy Brussels City Center is no exception. Perfect if you're looking for a hotel with plenty to do, but also want to be able to retreat to a quiet room. This hotel boasts a hip, urban design that will leave you speechless. Both the restaurant and the communal (and very cozy) lobby are colorfully decorated. The rooms, on the other hand, are sleek and quiet, allowing you to process all the stimuli of your city break. The hotel also offers a fitness room and affordable parking within walking distance.
Rue de Prince Albert 2, Brussels – Booking.com
Moxy Brussels City Center ©Booking.com
Cocoon Brussels
Looking for a city break you'll cherish for months to come and tell everyone about? Then you should definitely add a night at Cocoon Brussels to your itinerary. It's hard to set up a whole campsite in the city, so Cocoon Brussels was created as an alternative. It's incredibly unique and offers a variety of options. For example, you can sleep in a cozy plywood tiny house or a romantic dome within the hotel. The only thing you'll miss is a starry sky, but the view of the Gildehuizen is also quite nice. P.S. This hotel is adults-only and offers continental breakfast.
Rue de la Colline 24, Brussels – Booking.com
Cocoon Brussels ©Booking.com
Blue Alice Brussels
Blue Alice Brussels is located in a historic neighborhood near the Vrije Universiteit. Think cobblestone streets and intricate balconies—love it! Student life is not far away, but the neighborhood itself is wonderfully peaceful. This small-scale hotel deserves a spot on the list of the best hotels in Brussels. Everything here is meticulously taken care of by host Geraldine. The rooms feature a dining area, a sitting area, and a bathroom with a shower or bathtub. The dining area also features a lovely private coffee corner. Breakfast is available at the hotel, but within 20 minutes you can also be in the center of Brussels for a delicious bakery.
Drève des Weigélias 9, Brussels – Booking.com
Blue Alice Brussels © Booking.com
Hotel Le Dixseptieme
Last but not least, the characteristic Hotel Le Dixseptième. This hotel is the perfect blend of modern and authentic. It even has a modern wing, but even here, the building's original details are clearly visible. The rooms are spaciously furnished, and some have their own patios – perfect for relaxing on a late summer day. There's plenty to do in and around the hotel, including a cozy bar with a fireplace and a courtyard garden. Just outside the hotel walls, you'll quickly find yourself at the Museum of Belgian Brewers, the Mont des Arts, or the Museum of Cocoa and Chocolate. A few tastings here and there wouldn't hurt – it is Brussels, after all!
Magdalenasteenweg 25, Brussels – Booking.com
Hotel Le Dixseptième © Booking.com
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