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For the little ones, a trip to Plopsaland Indoor Hasselt is a dream come true. Why not make this visit even more memorable by booking an overnight stay in Hasselt? There's plenty to do in this big city for us too. It's "only" a few hours' drive, and you'll instantly find yourself in a completely different world. Beautiful churches, amazing street art, countless terraces, and of course, the best hotels in Hasselt to fill your days and nights. Visiting around the holidays? Then you won't miss the cozy and especially illuminated Christmas markets. Mark your calendars!
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𝗔𝗺𝘀𝘁𝗲𝗿𝗱𝗮𝗺 𝗪𝗲𝗲𝗸𝗲𝗻𝗱 𝗚𝘂𝗶𝗱𝗲: 𝗔𝗽𝗿𝗶𝗹 𝟵, 𝟭𝟬, 𝟭𝟭 & 𝟭𝟮
This is one of those weekends that's packed with cool events!
Catch the last cherry blossoms, hunt for vintage treasures or feast on oysters.
💬 Comment 𝗪𝗘𝗘𝗞𝗘𝗡𝗗 and I'll send you the full Amsterdam Weekend Guide with 71 tips straight to your DMs.
What's your vibe this weekend… vintage, culture, markets or a new hotspot?
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𝗔 𝗯𝗿𝗼𝘄𝗻 𝗰𝗮𝗳𝗲́ 𝗯𝘂𝘁 𝘄𝗶𝘁𝗵 𝗴𝗿𝗲𝗮𝘁 𝗳𝗼𝗼𝗱 𝗶𝗻 𝗔𝗺𝘀𝘁𝗲𝗿𝗱𝗮𝗺 𝗖𝗶𝘁𝘆?
@eetcafe_de_reiger is the spot to remember.
Cozy, casual, and a seasonal menu. This one was on my list to share for a year and finally it's (almost) asparagus season again! 🤤
Another plus? Prices are very reasonable here!
📍 Eetcafé de Reiger
Jordaan, Amsterdam City Centre
Save this spot for when you're craving warm Dutch traditional dishes in the heart of Amsterdam.
And did you hear the same team took over Eetcafé van Beeren? I can't wait to go there too!
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A cookbook from Grandma. Three Michelin stars. And a beautiful 70s villa in a quiet neighborhood in Bangkok, where you are welcomed as if you were at the chefs' home.
The Sühring brothers do not cook based on trends; they cook from memories. Of their grandmother's farm, of the flavors of their youth in Germany, and of techniques passed down through generations.
@relaischateaux invited me to experience Sühring during a solo lunch, and this is truly my ultimate definition of culinary self-care.
This was a surprising afternoon in Bangkok, where I ate the best German food I have ever tasted. And that in a city where I normally avoid European restaurants. Well, for @restaurant_suhring, you really want to make that exception.
Signature dishes that I still think back to regularly?
🍴 Labskaus with caviar
🍴 Enleta waffle with Pfalz vinegar
🍴 Game pie
🍴 Dry aged Duck
TIP: If you go to Sühring, reserve the seats at the kitchen bar so you have a view of the chefs at work!
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#prinvited #bangkok #michelin #relaischateaux
In this reels I take you along for fine dining in Bangkok at the three Michelin starred restaurant Sühring.
This is one of the nicest free outings in the spring! Did you know that you can gather (or pick, for the connoisseurs 😉) oysters yourself in various places in the Netherlands? I’m in Zeeland for a bit this weekend, and if we can, we’ll go again.
📍In this video, I show where you can fill your bucket.
Comment oester for the comprehensive guide with all details about all 8 locations + handy tips and rules.
Important to know:
– Max. 10 kilos per person (≈ 1 bucket)
– For personal use only
– Do not scoop or scrape the soil
– Go at low tide
Handy to take with you:
Bucket, screwdriver, boots, work gloves, tea towel, clean clothes and garbage bags (for the oysters and dirty clothes).
And of course: also bring an oyster knife, lemon and champagne 🍋🥂Because you want to taste something right away!
The oyster season runs from September to about April / early May, so now that the water isn't so cold, this is the perfect outing.
In the full guide, I share exactly where you can easily find them without much effort. Leave a comment and I'll send it to you right away!
Who do you want to go oyster collecting with soon?
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Happy weekend in Amsterdam! I made a list with 79 (!) fun 𝗔𝗽𝗿𝗶𝗹 𝟯, 𝟰, 𝟱 & 𝟲. This week's guide is packed because of Easter weekend and I saved the best tips for you in the guide on 𝗬𝗼𝘂𝗿𝗹𝗶𝘁𝘁𝗹𝗲𝗯𝗹𝗮𝗰𝗸𝗯𝗼𝗼𝗸.𝗺𝗲.
💬 Comment 𝗪𝗘𝗘𝗞𝗘𝗡𝗗 and I'll send you the full Amsterdam Weekend Guide with all 79 tips straight to your DMs.
What's your vibe this weekend? Markets, Easter lunches, or a festival?
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This is the time to make plans for Easter in Amsterdam 👀🐣🐰
Are you team lunch or dinner?
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Ps: More tips for Easter in Amsterdam, from restaurants to markets, on WWW.YOURLITTLEBLACKBOOK.ME
Anti-Guide, going around to God that a good thing is!
So close and perfect to go by train, with endless great places to visit.
Think: delicious food, nice hotels, coffee shops for your matcha ;-) and wine bars you actually don't want to leave. During our last trip, we added a few new favorites to the Antwerp Little Black Book once again.
Save this guide for your next city trip to Antwerp. Have fun!
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⦁ @osakaantwerp
⦁ @mea.antwerp
⦁ @glouglouborgerhout
⦁ @le_pristine_antwerp
⦁ @hertog_jan_at_botanic
**Illegible**
⦁ @hotelfranq
⦁ @viaantwerp
⦁ @hoteldewittelelie
𝗗𝗥𝗜𝗡𝗞𝗦
⦁ @millesime.antwerp
⦁ @dogmacocktails
⦁ @cafe.bobby
⦁ @cafezeezicht
⦁ @billiesbierkafetaria
𝗖𝗢𝗙𝗙𝗘𝗘 & 𝗦𝗪𝗘𝗘𝗧𝗦
⦁ @bakkerijfunk
⦁ @polly.antwerp
⦁ @cafe.betty
⦁ @tinsel_antwerp
⦁ @caffenation_coffee
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⦁ Roof farm @paktantwerpen
⦁ For thrift store finds: Antwaarpe Goeiemorgen
⦁ Shop at @frnchparisofficiel
⦁ For all fashion lovers @momuantwerp
⦁ Must-visit museum @rubenshuisantwerpen
💌What is your favorite hotspot in Antwerp that I absolutely have to visit next time?
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𝗛𝗲𝗿𝗲'𝘀 𝘄𝗵𝗲𝗿𝗲 𝘁𝗼 𝘀𝗽𝗼𝘁 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗺𝗼𝘀𝘁 𝗯𝗲𝗮𝘂𝘁𝗶𝗳𝘂𝗹 𝗯𝗹𝗼𝘀𝘀𝗼𝗺 𝗶𝗻 𝗔𝗺𝘀𝘁𝗲𝗿𝗱𝗮𝗺
These are those few magical weeks each year when the city suddenly feels different. Everything is in bloom and all you want to do is be outside. Coffee to-go in hand, and just head out as soon as the sun shows up.
𝗕𝗹𝗼𝘀𝘀𝗼𝗺 𝘀𝗽𝗼𝘁𝘀 𝗶𝗻 𝗔𝗺𝘀𝘁𝗲𝗿𝗱𝗮𝗺
📍 Bloesempark – Amsterdamse Bos (the classic, yes it gets busy, but totally worth it)
📍 Rijksmuseum
📍 Fruittuin van West
📍 Westerpark
📍 Jozef Israëlskade
📍 WG grounds
📍 Nelson Mandela Park
📍 Bos en Lommerplantsoen
📍Amstelpark
By mid-April most of the sakura will already be gone, so if you want to catch it: this is your moment.
I'll definitely be doing a few more rounds before it's over.
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🌸 Discover the best places to spot cherry blossom in Amsterdam and enjoy the sakura in full bloom. 🌸
𝗔𝗺𝘀𝘁𝗲𝗿𝗱𝗮𝗺 𝗪𝗲𝗲𝗸𝗲𝗻𝗱 𝗚𝘂𝗶𝗱𝗲: 𝗠𝗮𝗿𝗰𝗵 𝟮𝟲, 𝟮𝟳, 𝟮𝟴 & 𝟮𝟵
This is one of those weekends where your only problem is how you're going to fit everything into this last weekend of March (yes already?!).
From a free event to try new Limited Subs at @ijveramsterdam to slow mornings, a market stroll (or two), maybe finally ticking off that new restaurant that's been on your list for weeks… and ending somewhere with a good glass of wine while telling yourself “just one more” 😉
𝗡𝗲𝘄-𝗶𝘀𝗵 𝗶𝗻 𝗔𝗺𝘀𝘁𝗲𝗿𝗱𝗮𝗺:
📍 @caferestaurant.meyer
📍 @kamer.bar
📍 @rondo.restaurant
📍 @weinlokalstern
📍 @enotecadeolyphant
📍 @tonton.noord
📍 @yusu.coffee (centre)
📍 @eetcafe.vanbeeren
📍 @kidamsterdam
💬 Comment 𝗪𝗘𝗘𝗞𝗘𝗡𝗗 and I'll send you the full Amsterdam Weekend Guide with 47 tips straight to your DMs.
What's your vibe this weekend… markets, cocktails or a new hotspot?
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3 x where the entire grill tip is located
Not too big,
everything within walking distance,
But plenty of nice hotspots!!
These services (and what clothing) are in the Netherlands perfuse for you to tip this line!
I've got massive spring fever, so it's time for a mini-escape: everything is within walking distance, there are lovely coffee shops, boutiques for shopping, and enough gems to discover in 48 hours ✨
Which city is at the top of your list for a spring getaway?
Let me know in the comments & save for your next girls' trip. 🖤
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This is your sign to plan your next weekend brunch with friends in Amsterdam 👀
@ottolenghi_amsterdam is officially open and the new go-to hotspot for flavors of the Levant.
Open from breakfast to dinner and I can't wait to go back for a lazy weekend brunch with a table full of dishes and good conversations.
Save this one to your Amsterdam Little Black Book 📓!
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Ottolenghi Amsterdam is a new all-day restaurant near Museum Square by chef and entrepreneur @ottolenghi in @mo_hotels @conservatoriumhotel.
𝗔𝗺𝘀𝘁𝗲𝗿𝗱𝗮𝗺 𝗪𝗲𝗲𝗸𝗲𝗻𝗱 𝗚𝘂𝗶𝗱𝗲: 𝗠𝗮𝗿𝗰𝗵 𝟭𝟵, 𝟮𝟬, 𝟮𝟭 & 𝟮𝟮
It wouldn't be Amsterdam if the weekend wasn't packed with plans. Spring is in the air and I feel like new hotspots are popping up all over the city. HELLO @ottolenghi & @ottolenghi_amsterdam :-)
And yes, market season is officially back. Think vintage finds, design treasures and sunny terrace stops in between.
Plus, plenty of feel-good plans: from a Korean Sunday brunch @nikotin.restobar to a kid-proof pizza nights.
💬 Comment 𝗪𝗘𝗘𝗞𝗘𝗡𝗗 and I'll send you the full Amsterdam Weekend Guide with 67 tips straight to your DMs.
Curious… where are you going this weekend? ☀️
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16 Best Hotels in Hasselt for a Getaway
Hotel Het Menneke
Right in the center of Hasselt, you'll find Hotel Het Menneke. They offer super-easy self-service, and you can receive your room key with a code. Once in your room (with a balcony), you can relax on a double bed in front of the flatscreen TV. If you choose the family room, you'll have two single beds. It also features a lovely, large bathroom with a bathtub. The hotel also has its own bar, a breakfast room, and a covered terrace.
Maastrichterstraat 48, Hasselt
Hotel Het Menneke © Booking.com
B&B Maison Mairie Hasselt
Don't mind driving or even cycling to Hasselt's city center to spend the night surrounded by nature? Then B&B Maison Mairie Hasselt is the perfect place for you. Especially recommended during sunny weather, because of that pool and that garden! SAY NO MORE! This authentic and modern mansion boasts a large sun terrace, luxurious bathrooms, and an overall relaxed atmosphere.
Luikersteenweg 741, Hasselt
B&B Maison Mairie Hasselt ©Booking.com
Apartment Het Demerhuisje
Have you seen the movie "The Holiday"? Apartment Het Demerhuisje gives you that same cozy and romantic feeling. This gem is tucked away in Hasselt's most famous shopping street. Inside, it's very rustic, with a private kitchen and bathroom. Outside, there's a lovely, lush balcony where you can enjoy a cup of tea. Everything is within walking distance—shops, restaurants, and parking—yet your apartment is wonderfully quiet. Hasselt's Grote Markt is less than 300 meters away.
Demerstraat 42, Hasselt
Apartment Het Demerhuisje ©Booking.com
B&B Villa des Roses
Within walking distance of the city center and with parking right outside, B&B Villa des Roses is one of the best hotels in Hasselt. Housed in a Belle Époque mansion, this bed and breakfast is run by a friendly hostess who's always up for a chat. The rooms feature a luxurious bathroom and a balcony. Wake up in the morning with a relaxed breakfast served in your room.
Luikersteenweg 66, Hasselt
B&B Villa des Roses © Booking.com
best hotels in Hasselt for a getaway
Charming hotel Villa Saporis
Charming Hotel Villa Saporis—the name says it all. This hotel exudes charm. Most rooms, as well as the common areas, are decorated in Art Deco style. Enjoy the breakfast buffet and freshly baked waffles or a coffee on the sun terrace overlooking the pond. The hotel is a 15-minute walk from the town center, and restaurants and cafés are within walking distance. Ideal for an evening of drinks.
Kuringersteenweg 124, Hasselt
Charming hotel Villa Saporis© Booking.com
Hotel Restaurant Vous le Vous
For every occasion, there's a perfect room at Hotel Restaurant Vous lé Vous. With a choice of romantic rooms, rooms with a private terrace, family rooms, and a superb restaurant (with plenty of wine), this is one of the best hotels in Hasselt. It's located outside the city center, but easily accessible by car. This small-scale hotel has eight rooms, a swimming pool, a sauna, and is the perfect starting point for a bike ride.
Wimmertingenstraat 76, Hasselt
Hotel Restaurant Vous lé Vous ©Booking.com
best hotels in Hasselt for a getaway
YUP Hotel
You can't miss the YUP Hotel when you're in Hasselt. This boutique hotel, complete with its own bar, boasts a completely black exterior and a dark and fantastic 80s interior. The hotel is known for its small, ultra-efficient rooms, resembling cubicles. All rooms have open bathrooms, and in the common areas, you can DJ or play the piano. The train station is just around the corner, and the shopping streets are also within walking distance.
Thonissenlaan 52, Hasselt
YUP Hotel © Booking.com
Maison Stout
Chandeliers, wooden floors, and a loving appreciation for the building's historic charm make Maison Stout one of Hasselt's finest hotels. This authentic, stylishly decorated hotel is located just outside the city center and boasts a delightful garden. In summer, you can enjoy breakfast outside. This peaceful adults-only hotel offers rooms with a seating area, some even with a bathtub. The Japanese garden, the largest in Europe, is just 1,5 kilometers from the hotel.
Genkersteenweg 2, Hasselt
Maison Stout ©Booking.com
The Epicurean
To really get into the holiday spirit, an overnight stay (or two, or three...) at De Epicurist is highly recommended. This holiday home, with its lush garden, lovely pool, and rustic décor, transports you straight to the south of France. The beautiful lavender in the garden also contributes to this feeling. The bed and breakfast is located five kilometers from Hasselt's city center, allowing you to perfectly combine city and country life.
Tulpinstraat 39, Hasselt
The Epicurean © Booking.com
best hotels in Hasselt for a getaway
The Villo
On the edge of Groene Boulevard, less than 200 meters from the city center, you'll find one of Hasselt's best hotels—or rather, its best holiday home. De Villo is a guaranteed hit for a long family weekend. It sleeps eight, with a four-person room for children. Recently renovated, the house features a bathroom, separate toilet, and a large kitchen with an adjoining covered terrace.
Sint Truidersteenweg 73, Hasselt
The Villo ©Booking.com
B&B Sasput
One of the best hotels in Hasselt, just a few kilometers outside the city center, is B&B Sasput. A real favorite for cycling enthusiasts. You can cycle straight into town from the hotel or explore the surrounding greenery, and you can easily rent a bike from the property. This B&B offers double rooms and family rooms, a large courtyard, a garden, and a restaurant called De Sasserie. Here you can enjoy breakfast and dinner, as well as high tea and drinks.
Sasput-Voogdijstraat 79, Hasselt
B&B Sasput © Booking.com
best hotels in Hasselt for a getaway
B&B Amuse-Couche
Early in the morning, watch the mist drift across the garden through the high windows while enjoying a delicious cappuccino. Peace and quiet... This is possible during a relaxing stay in a former gin factory that now operates as B&B Amuse-Couche. This hotel offers modern rooms with a bath or shower, where the building's original features can still be admired. Enjoy a fresh breakfast in the dining room and order a packed lunch to take with you. Hasselt city center is about a 10-minute drive away.
Herkenrodebosstraat 86, Hasselt
B&B Amuse-Couche © Booking.com
BareFoodGIULIA
The stylishly renovated rooms at BareFoodGIULIA are definitely among the best hotels in Hasselt. Bold walls, cool prints, and unique decor. This boutique hotel, with only a few rooms, is tucked away in a townhouse in the city center. Each room has a rain shower, and the hotel boasts its own bar and a relaxing garden with a terrace. The hotel serves a comprehensive breakfast, and the owners offer plenty of tips about the city.
Leopoldplein 26, Hasselt
BareFoodGIULIA © Booking.com
Boutique Hotel Huys van Steyns
The former home of renowned shoemaker Louis Steyns now houses Boutique Hotel Huys van Steyns. While the hotel is a half-hour drive from Hasselt, it's the perfect base for exploring the city. The train station is also within walking distance. The hotel offers comfortable rooms with spacious bathrooms, a large garden with a conservatory, and nearby bars and restaurants.
Henisstraat 20, Hasselt
Boutique Hotel Huys van Steyns © Booking.com
best hotels in Hasselt for a getaway
B&B Elzartwinning
One of Hasselt's best hotels is located 10km from the city center. This time, it's more like a village with a watermill in a green setting. B&B Elzartwinning has a place for every group. Whether you're traveling alone or with family, a modern room with a large bathroom is reserved for you. The hotel has a jacuzzi, a beautiful garden, serves a breakfast buffet, and is located across from a cozy brasserie where you can enjoy dinner.
Herkkantstraat, Hasselt
B&B Elzartwinning ©Booking.com
B&B Maris Logies
This last hotel is a real favorite, especially in the summer months. B&B Maris Logies is located on the outskirts of Hasselt. The hotel has a large swimming pool, and on warm days, you can enjoy a meal on the sun terrace. The luxurious rooms each have a different color and a beautiful bathroom with a walk-in/rain shower. The surrounding area is ideal for hiking, cycling, and of course, exploring the city. The owners recommend the Herkenrode Abbey site.
Van Groesbeekstraat 6, Hasselt
B&B Maris Logies ©Booking.com
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