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3 August 2020
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9 of the most beautiful train stations around the world

Have you ever arrived at a station and been amazed by what you saw? Close to home is the station of Antwerp For example, a picture. But there are many more beautiful stations with impressive architectural styles. And while you might generally think of a station only as a transfer point, it's worth taking a good look around here too. Traveling by train is highly recommended for exploring a country, even abroad!

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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 Center 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! ✖️✖️✖️ 🖊️ @anne_de_buck
A grandma's cookbook. 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 don't cook based on trends; they cook based on 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 pâté 🍴 Dry-aged Duck TIP: When you go to Sühring, reserve seats at the kitchen bar so you have a view of the chefs at work! Follow @yourlbb for more tips you can trust. ✖️✖️✖️ 🖊️ @anne_de_buck #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 best free outings in the spring! Did you know that you can gather (or pick, for the connoisseurs 😉) oysters yourself at various locations in the Netherlands? I’m in Zeeland for a bit this weekend, and if we can make it, we’ll go again. 📍In this video, I show you where you can fill your bucket. Comment *oester* for the comprehensive guide with all the 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 seabed – Go at low tide Handy things to bring: Bucket, screwdriver, boots, work gloves, tea towel, clean clothes, and garbage bags (for the oysters *and* dirty clothes). And of course: bring an oyster knife, lemon, and champagne too 🍋🥂 Because you’ll want to taste something right away, won’t you! 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. Comment oyster and I'll send it to you right away! Who do you want to go oyster gathering with soon? ✖️✖️✖️ 🖊️ @anne_de_buck
𝗛𝗲𝗿𝗲'𝘀 𝘄𝗵𝗲𝗿𝗲 𝘁𝗼 𝘀𝗽𝗼𝘁 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗺𝗼𝘀𝘁 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. 📍 Bloesempark – Amsterdamse Bos (the classic, yes it gets busy, but totally worth it) 📍 Rijksmuseum 📍 Fruit Garden of West 📍 Westerpark 📍 Jozef Israëlskade 📍 WG site 📍 Nelson Mandelapark 📍 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. ✖️✖️✖️ 🖊️ @anne_de_buck _______________________________________________ 🌸 Discover the best places to spot cherry blossom in Amsterdam and enjoy the sakura in full bloom. 🌸
3 x home that has the ultimate green space. Not too big, everything within walking distance, but plenty of nice hotspots!! These services (and what clothing) are in the Netherlands 𝗽𝗲𝗿𝗳𝗲𝗰𝘁 𝘃𝗼𝗿 𝘆𝗼𝘂𝗿 𝘁𝗼 𝗴𝗶𝗿𝗹𝘀 𝘁𝗿𝗶𝗽 𝗱𝗲𝘇𝗲 𝗹𝗲𝗻𝘁𝗲! I have 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. 🖤 ✖️✖️✖️ 🖊️ @anne_de_buck
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 📓! 🖊️ @anne_de_buck ____________________________ Ottolenghi Amsterdam is a new all-day restaurant near Museum Square by chef and entrepreneur @ottolenghi in @mo_hotels @conservatoriumhotel.

These are the 9 most beautiful train stations worldwide

Moscow (Russia): Baroque ornaments and mosaic pay tribute to Russian war victims at the yellow Komsomolskaya metro station in Moscow.

Are you staying in Moscow for a few days and want to stay cheaply? The beautiful metro station is located one kilometer away. LogInn Capsule hotelYou can sleep here for just 15 euros a night (!), and it's a truly special experience.

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Toledo (Spain): The Toledo metro station was covered with 50 meters of Bisazza mosaic tiles by architect Oscar Tusquets Blanca and resembles a starry sky.

 

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Antwerp (Belgium): Antwerp Central Station, with its neo-Baroque forms and carved from more than 20 varieties of marble and stone, is dedicated to King Leopard II.

Planning a weekend in Antwerp? Just 500 meters from Antwerp South, you'll find this charming and cozy boutique hotel. Maison Emile.

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London (England): The Western Concourse at London King's Cross features a 52-metre wide steel palm tree.

Fancy taking the train to London yourself? You can book a train ticket for just €40. We've got some great deals on Your Little Black Book. London tips for when you go!

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Naples (Italy): The Afragola station north of Naples consists of a combination of steel ribs, concrete and glass.

Want to explore Naples and its surroundings in more detail? From Naples, you can easily take a boat to places like Capri and Positano. Ready for a unique overnight stay? Hotel Castello di Casapozzano you literally stay in an old Italian castle.

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Liège (Belgium): The Liège-Guellemins station in Belgium resembles a cathedral but at the same time looks very futuristic.

Taking the train to Liège-Guellemins station yourself? Book your train ticket online via NS International.

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Innsbruck (Austria): The black and white design of the Hungerburgbahn station in Innsbruck contrasts beautifully with the surrounding alpine landscape.

 

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Porto (Portugal): Designed by Jorge Colaço, the São Bento railway station in Porto is decorated with 20.000 vintage azulejo tiles.

Staying in Porto? Close to Sao Sento station, right in the city center, you will find The White Box Boutique house with modern, sleek rooms and a great interior.

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Washington (USA): Each octagonal spotlight in the ceiling of this 30-meter-high domed Washington DC Union Station is inlaid with 18-karat gold leaf.

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