Seek and find
Imagine… staying in the heart of the dune valleys of the Schoorlse Duinen. Within walking distance of the beach and direct access to a maze of hiking trails and beautiful cycling routes. This fall, we stayed at Logis Strandhotel Camperduin during a weekend getaway with the little one. This hotel is a perfect base for exploring the Schoorl and Bergen area. Villages I've driven through so often, but never really gotten to know. Of course, this area is fantastic in the summer. But since I'm not a huge sun worshipper, I personally find these kinds of destinations, where you combine beaches and forests, particularly pleasant in spring and autumn. A nice bonus: it's much less crowded then, allowing you to peacefully stroll through the villages. Bergen, for example, is also a great place to shop! In this guide, I share all the family-friendly and kid-friendly tips for the Schoorl and Bergen (aan Zee) area. You can also drive some beautiful routes around Bergen and Schoorl if the weather isn't great during your stay.
Wake up with a view of the dunes
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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.
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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.
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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
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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.
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Curious… where are you going this weekend? ☀️
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Schoorl & Bergen Travel Guide
Logis Strandhotel Camperduin: This small-scale hotel is a true family hotel, where three generations passionately work together to run the hotel and its beach pavilion. It's perfect for families because it's affordable (should you need multiple rooms for your family) and within walking distance of the beach with its cool play ship. After a day in the woods or on the beach, you can relax in your room and enjoy a delicious meal and drink at the honesty bar. You write down your own food and drink and pay for it at the end of your stay. For breakfast, they work with local suppliers for the milk and cheese, and even the oranges for the fresh juice are purchased from a Dutch farmer in Spain. The restaurant has a play area for the kids with Lego so you can eat in peace. Tip: ask to reserve a table in that area.
Good to know: there are also two parking spaces for electric cars at the hotel (handy, because we're switching to electric driving in the E-2008 in a month!). They also have a Green Key label for sustainability. Our room had a direct view of the dunes, which was incredibly peaceful and fun for the little ones while they played in front of the large window. And can I give you a sneak peek? Almost all the rooms at Logis Strandhotel Camperduin have recently been renovated! So, keep that in mind.
Restaurant of Strandhotel Camperduin
Play corner for the kids
Camperduin Play Ship: Easily one of the most fun play ships you'll find along the Dutch coast. Run back and forth, slide down the slide and climb back up, take the helm, and above all, involve Mom and Dad (in our case) in the exciting pirate story on this "huuu ...
Play ship at Camperduin
Beach pavilion Struin: Within walking distance of the beach hotel and overlooking the beach and the sea, Struin is a wonderful place for lunch or dinner. It's child-friendly and offers several children's dishes. Sharing your parents' plate is also possible, of course. In the summer, Strandpaviljoen Struin has a large terrace where you can relax behind glass screens, sheltering you from the wind. The menu is diverse, and in the evening, I recommend choosing the changing menu featuring seasonal dishes. View the menu here >>
Pavilion Struin
On the road with a nature guide: One of the most fun things we did this fall was the mushroom trail through the Schoorlse Dunes with a nature guide from the Dutch Forestry Commission. The trail starts at the Schoorlse Duinen Outdoor Centre. If you prefer to go without a guide, you can buy a route map here for a mushroom trail you can walk yourself. The gnome trail is also recommended for younger children. But... let's be honest, with a guide, you hear so many stories about the plants and animals in the Schoorlse Dunes that it's really worth it. The walk is not stroller- or pram-friendly. Respect to my lover who carried Manuel on his neck all the way up the dunes up the 250 steps. So, for his birthday, I immediately booked the MiniMeis carrier (conceived by dads in Sweden who wanted to hike with their young children). During the mushroom hike, we saw the most beautiful mushrooms, including the red ones with white spots. Whether or not there are many mushrooms depends on the weather. Has it rained a lot? Then you might be in luck! And did you know that the Staatsbosbeheer nature centers also have a wonderful gift shop? With nature-themed gifts, many of which are sustainably made. I already bought some small gifts for Manuel's Christmas Advent calendar. Want to know what activities are organized? Then you can search by location on the Staatsbosbeheer website >>
MORE HIKING? Did you know you can find tons of great hiking tips on Your Little Black Book? View all tips here >>
Mushroom tour in Schoorl
The Bear Pits in Schoorl: Going for a walk through the Schoorl woods? Plan your route so that you pass De Berenkuil. A cozy lodge where you'll feel like you're in the movie "The Holiday." A pleasant stop for a bite to eat and a drink while hiking or cycling. It's also easily accessible with a stroller or pram.
Walking in the forest near Schoorl
Climbing Dune in Schoorl & Honky Tonk: Right in the center of Schoorl, you'll find the climbing dune. It's just as interesting for kids in the winter (when there's snow) as it is in the summer, when the sand is still warm from the sun in the evening. While the kids roll, slide, and run down the dune, you can enjoy a bite to eat and a drink at Honky Tonk.
Climbing dune with Honkey Tonk on the left
Children's Theater: The children's theater regularly performs on Sundays in the Schoorlse Duinen. Enjoy a seasonal theater performance with your kids in nature. After the performance, the kids will receive a craft kit to take home! View all performance dates here >>
The Goat Jump: This cozy and family-friendly restaurant is located in Groet, on the road from Schoorl to Camperduin and within walking distance of Strandhotel Camperduin. It's a great place in the summer, thanks to its lovely, spacious terrace. But this restaurant, housed in a traditional farmhouse, is also highly recommended in autumn and winter. Enjoy delicious food and drinks with the whole family while the fire crackles softly in the background.
Lunch at De Bokkesprong
Bergen Weekend Market: Eating out with the kids is great fun, but sometimes it's just a bit more relaxing to enjoy a drink in your (spacious) hotel room after a day out. The little ones can play and you can have a drink without having to be constantly "on." During weekend getaways, we always pick up the tastiest things at the local market or delicatessen. Add a bottle of wine and you're all set! The Bergen Saturday weekend market is lively, and you'll find everything you need for a drinks evening at home in the hotel.
Center of Bergen
Shopping in Bergen: In the summer I often find Bergen too busy, but now it was so much fun to have a good look around the village. Sissy-Boy shop might just be my favorite Sissy Boy store in the Netherlands. So it's no surprise I left with two full bags. Another store you really shouldn't miss is City Pavilion NorthA concept store where you'd love to buy everything. If you're like me and love beautiful tableware, the china cabinet is a candy store in itself. Want to shop and update your wardrobe? Then go to Tally Ho, where they sell various fashion brands. In Stationsstraat, you'll find even more great shops to explore.
City Pavilion North
Deer Park: If you're in Bergen with the kids, take a stroll to the deer park. It's a small park in the center of the village with deer, chickens, sheep, and emus.
Sea Aquarium Bergen Aan Zee: Unlucky and rainy during your weekend getaway near Bergen and Schoorl? Bergen aan Zee has a Sea Aquarium in the town center. It's not large, but it's fun to wander through a few times with the little ones. You'll find over 300 species of fish and seals. Handy: kids under 3 get in free.
Sea Aquarium Bergen aan Zee
Pavilion North: I previously recommended Stadspaviljoen Noord for shopping in Bergen. This beach pavilion is the seaside sibling. It has a lovely interior, good food, and is open year-round.
The Boys – Bergen aan Zee: A modern yet cozy beach pavilion, where they also offer surfing lessons. In summer, there are sunbeds for a wonderfully relaxing day on the beach. The rest of the year, it's a great place to stop for a bite to eat and a drink after a walk on the beach.
Blow out on the beach of Bergen aan Zee
Without the Kids: Maybe you're lucky enough to have grandma and grandpa staying in the room next door. Or you can book a fun babysitter through Charly Cares so you can enjoy a culinary evening without the kids. In that case, merlet in Schoorl (with one Michelin star), The Bourbon Room of The True Jacob Bergen has some great recommendations. They all vary in style, so it's all about what you're in the mood for for a date night!
Bergen Hotspots: Bergen has no shortage of great places to eat and drink. Fancy a good coffee and something tasty? Then go to At Merel's. Where do you like to sit for lunch or dinner? I personally think Lady Papa, Wonders, Loetje en Julie's Always a pleasant experience. Reservations are recommended (especially during this time) to ensure a table.
Julie's in Bergen
Have fun with the tips if you're going to Schoorl or Bergen (aan Zee) for a weekend soon!
Sunrise at Strandhotel Camperduin
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