7 of the best indoor ski halls in the Netherlands for that real winter sports feeling

𝗔𝗺𝘀𝘁𝗲𝗿𝗱𝗮𝗺 𝗪𝗲𝗲𝗸𝗲𝗻𝗱 𝗚𝘂𝗶𝗱𝗲: 𝗠𝗮𝗿𝗰𝗵 𝟱, 𝟲, 𝟳 & 𝟴

The first weekend in Amsterdam that actually feels like spring? I can't wait to spend time on the terrace this weekend and just cycle around town and go to the market for some shopping in the sun :-) 🌞.

YES dears; I'm back from vacation and fully ready for Dutch spring, long lunches and spontaneous dates with my favorite city Amsterdam.

This weekend is packed with fun things to do! From an Italian market in West with @zicami_market, to the @tableware.amsterdam pop-up sale, treasure hunting at the @ijhallen and the @nocknock.art fair. There's something for every day!

And is it just me, or is the wave of new restaurant openings huge this year? In the full weekend guide I keep a weekly updated list of the new places to check out.

The following:
📍 @caferestaurant.meyer
📍 @bouillondamsterdam
📍 @weinlokalstern
📍 @voorwaarts

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Have fun making plans!

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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.

𝗩𝗢𝗢𝗥𝗝𝗔𝗔𝗥𝗦𝗩𝗔𝗞𝗔𝗡𝗧𝗜𝗘 𝗚𝗨𝗜𝗗𝗘: 𝟯𝟬+ 𝗸𝗶𝗱𝘀𝗽𝗿𝗼𝗼𝗳 𝘁𝗶𝗽𝘀

Spring break = sun, rain, hail, and everything in between. But don't stress: I've got a super comprehensive guide ready for you with 30+ tips for fun things to do together in Amsterdam and throughout the Netherlands.

From creative workshops to children's films that you will also like, indoor playgrounds and rainproof museums.

After years of testing hotspots with my own son, I know one thing: good planning and fun things to do together every day makes your holiday so much more enjoyable.

Via my link in bio you will find the direct links to the complete guides on 𝗬𝗢𝗨𝗥𝗟𝗜𝗧𝗧𝗟𝗘𝗕𝗟𝗔𝗖𝗞𝗕𝗢𝗢𝗞.𝗺𝗲 with all the details + many more tips to make every holiday a party.

Have fun!

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🖊️ @anne_de_buck

Follow @yourlbb for tons of tips to make the most of your free time, from restaurants to travel guides, and regular updates on the best kid-friendly tips. And have you spotted @yourlbb.amsterdam yet? The dedicated account for my love of Amsterdam 🫶🏼.

The following: 𝗠𝗲́𝗿𝗶𝗯𝗲𝗹 ❄️
Looking for a stylish winter sports destination in France? Méribel is one of those places where everything is perfect: beautiful ski-in/ski-out hotels, excellent restaurants on and off the slopes, wonderful spas, and, if you're feeling energetic, après-ski.
I was there for a weekend without my little FAM, but I knew straight away: this is also perfect for the whole family thanks to the many green and blue slopes, so we will definitely go back!

Below are the Méribel tips you'll want to save 👇🏼

**Illegible**
⦁ @lecoucoumeribel 📷
⦁ @refugedelatraye
⦁ @lachaudannemeribel
⦁ @lekailameribel

𝗢𝗡 𝗦𝗟𝗢𝗣𝗘 𝗗𝗜𝗡𝗜𝗡𝗚
⦁ @beefbar.meribel
⦁ @leblanchot.vt
⦁ @tipimeribel
⦁ @leclosbernard_
⦁ @maya_altitude
⦁ @le_monchu & their food truck

𝗢𝗙𝗙 𝗦𝗟𝗢𝗣𝗘 𝗗𝗜𝗡𝗜𝗡𝗚
⦁ @fifi.meribel
⦁ Biancaneve in @lecoucoumeribel
⦁ L'Ekrin* in @lekailameribel
⦁ @la_fromagerie_meribel
⦁ @brasseriele80
⦁ @liliebistrotmeribel

𝗔𝗣𝗥𝗘̀𝗦 𝗦𝗞𝗜
A long lunch at La Fruitière and then dancing on the tables at @foliedoucemeribel. Just because we can.

'𝗦𝗢𝗨𝗩𝗘𝗡𝗜𝗥' 𝗦𝗛𝗢𝗣𝗣𝗜𝗡𝗚
⦁ No trip to France is complete without a stop at the local Pharmacy for the best beauty brands.
⦁ And have you even been to France if you don't take home some cheese and charcuterie as souvenirs ;-).

𝗗𝗔𝗬 𝗦𝗣𝗔𝗦 𝗬𝗢𝗨'𝗟𝗟 𝗟𝗢𝗩𝗘
⦁ Spa day @lecoucoumeribel (can also be booked outside the season for non-hotel guests!).
⦁ Nuxe Spa @lekailameribel

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⦁ Take a walk through the Lac de Tuéda nature reserve and have lunch at @la_buvette_de_tueda.
⦁ A must: book the First Track and be the first on the slopes at sunrise (incl. breakfast).

𝗛𝗢𝗪 𝗧𝗢 𝗚𝗘𝗧 𝗧𝗛𝗘𝗥𝗘
Taking the train to your ski holiday? I say go for it! Door-to-door via Paris (Eurostar + TGV + bus) to Méribel in just over 10 hours. I found it very relaxing!

And of course it would be even more fun to add a night in Paris to it next time.

Save these tips if you're a winter sports lover like me 🫶🏼.

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🖊️ @anne_de_buck

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#presstrip #invited by @meribel3vallees

𝗔𝗺𝘀𝘁𝗲𝗿𝗱𝗮𝗺 𝗪𝗲𝗲𝗸𝗲𝗻𝗱 𝗚𝘂𝗶𝗱𝗲: 𝗙𝗲𝗯 𝟭𝟵, 𝟮𝟬, 𝟮𝟭 & 𝟮𝟮

While I'm currently hopping from hotel to hotel and neighborhood to neighborhood in Bangkok (all in the name of “research” and new food hotspots for the new LITTLE BLACK BOOK 😉). Back home, Amsterdam is serving peak weekend vibes.

Think: Dim Sum Sunday in Noord, vibrant Chinese New Year celebrations across the city and a Vietnamese Tết feast at @yen.diningbar. Add market gems like the @le.temps.perdu.brocante pop-up in Oud-West and @themakermarket at De Hallen, and your weekend basically plans itself.

And yes, make time for ARTIS: there are now two elephant calves and they're too cute. 🐘🐘 Instant serotonin incoming, I promise!

💬 Comment 𝗪𝗘𝗘𝗞𝗘𝗡𝗗 to get the full Weekend Guide with 71 things to do in Amsterdam in your DMs.

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PS: Follow @yourlbb for the best food hotspots, travel inspiration and things to do in The Netherlands and beyond. And for all Amsterdam tips, don't forget @yourlbb.amsterdam.

Happy Lunar New Year from Bangkok!

🥹 yellow lion in the third frame 🫶🏼❤️

#liondance #lunarnewyear #centralworld #bangkok #chinesenewyear lion dance performance at central world bangkok for lunar new year 2026

My small tiny Thai wedding 🥰

Krabi 27-12-23 / Amsterdam 14-12-24

Still so glad we had a rather spontaneous elopement wedding in Thailand with just the three of us during the Christmas holidays instead of staying engaged forever ❤️. I would do it again in a heartbeat!

Happy V-day 😘

𝗟𝘂𝗻𝗮𝗿 𝗡𝗲𝘄 𝗬𝗲𝗮𝗿 𝗴𝘂𝗶𝗱𝗲 🧧
The new lunar year begins on February 17th, and in the Netherlands, Chinese New Year (as you might know it) is becoming increasingly celebrated.

From lion and dragon dances in The Hague and on @dezeedijk in Amsterdam to full-on Oriental dinners at @rongastrobar. Looking for something creative? Check out the weekend full of workshops and a fun photo booth at the Wereldmuseum in Amsterdam and Rotterdam.

Check out all the tips for Lunar New Year in Amsterdam, Rotterdam and The Hague in this guide!

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🖊️ @anne_de_buck

PS: I'll be in Bangkok for Lunar New Year! Want to follow my Thailand trip? Tune in via @yourlbb 🖤 And have you spotted @yourlbb.amsterdam yet, the dedicated account for my love of Amsterdam 🫶🏼?

#lunarnewyear2026 #chinesenewyear #yourlittleblackbook #chinatown

@nomansart @amstelhotel @hoitin1975 @wereldmuseum.amsterdam @cafewu.ams @anantarakrasnapolsky @wereldmuseum.rotterdam @rotterdamchinesenewyear

𝗔𝗺𝘀𝘁𝗲𝗿𝗱𝗮𝗺 𝗪𝗲𝗲𝗸𝗲𝗻𝗱 𝗚𝘂𝗶𝗱𝗲: 𝗙𝗲𝗯 𝟭𝟮, 𝟭𝟯, 𝟭𝟰 & 𝟭𝟱

Valentine's Day falling on a weekend? We'll take it!

Amsterdam is buzzing this weekend with plenty of reasons to head out: from markets and Lunar New Year brunches to pop-up cinemas and, as always, a wave of new hotspots worth checking out.

Looking for restaurant inspiration for you and your lover (or your best friend)? Head over to my other post on @yourlbb for my Valentine's shortlist. 🖤

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#yourlittleblackbook #amsterdamweekendguide #weekendinamsterdam #amsterdamhotspots #whattodoamsterdam

@nemosciencemuseum @copainamsterdam @ijhallen @bonburgerbar @candlelight.concerts @thevinylcountdownamsterdam @carmen.amsterdam @salut_a_amsterdam @anantarakrasnapolsky @sun.dayrunclub

Wow, what a list! @gaultmillaunederland announced the awards and points for 2026 today. So many great new names and climbers, proud of the Dutch culinary scene, and enough inspiration to dine out all year long ✌🏼

👀Which restaurant are you very curious about?

GAULT & MILLAU AWARDS

Bistronome of the year
Madeleine | Utrecht @madeleine_utrecht

Mediterranean restaurant of the year
Elea | The Hague @restaurantelea

Asian restaurant of the year
Kaa Lun Palace | The Hague @kaalun_palace

Terrace of the year
The Coach House | Bennekom @hetkoetshuisbennekom

Vegetable restaurant of the year
Tryptique | Wateringen @restauranttriptyque

Craftsman of the Year
Dick Middelweerd
Restaurant De Treeswijkhoeve | Waalre @restaurant.de.treeswijkhoeve

New Chef on the Block
Koen van Weer
De Cuijt | Mierlo @restaurantdecuijt

Prize-Fun of the Year
Aragosta | Leeuwarden @bistro.aragosta

Discovery of the year
Shun | Medemblik @restaurant_shun

Cocktail bar of the year
Fitz's Bar | Amsterdam @fitzsbaramsterdam

Wine list of the year
Azurite | Delft @restaurant.azurite

Sommelier of the Year
Antonello Nicastri @antonellonic_somm
Flore | Amsterdam @restaurant.flore

Notable Newcomer of the Year
Wild Studio | Hoog Soeren @wildatelier.nl

Best Dutch Chef Abroad
Marcel Koolen
7132 Silver | Counterfeit | Switzerland @mmmarcel.koolen

Lifetime Achievement Award
Cees Helder

Host of the year
Bjorn van Aalst | SAAM | Amstelveen @saamrestaurant

Young Chef of the Year
Sofiane Bons @bonssofiane
Yulia | Rotterdam @restaurantjoelia

Chef of the year
Hans van Wolde @hvw043
Brut172 | Reijmerstok @brut_172

CONGRATULATIONS!! 🍴