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Skiing in Canada is high on my bucket list! Are you, like me, a winter sports enthusiast? Then chances are, after reading this article, you'll immediately want to book a ticket to Edmonton for a trip to a winter wonderland. Winter sports in Canada can be so much more than just skiing or snowboarding. Combine a few days in Edmonton with a week on the slopes of Jasper National Park, and you've created a trip you'll never forget. In this new winter sports guide, I share my research and tips to help you get started planning your trip right away. luxury winter sports trip to Edmonton and Jasper in Alberta. Have fun with the anticipation!
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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.
💬 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 📓!
🖊️ @anne_de_buck
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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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River Valley view, Edmonton
27 Travel Tips for Winter Sports in Jasper and Edmonton, Canada
With KLM to Edmonton
Winter sports in Canada may sound far away, but with KLM, you can fly in complete comfort from Amsterdam to Edmonton on a direct flight departing on Tuesdays, Thursdays, and Sundays. Bring your noise-canceling headphones, roll out your blanket, and relax. A few wintery feel-good movies or a Netflix series later, and you'll be ready to depart. Edmonton International AirportThe airport is only 30 kilometers from the city, and with your rental car, you can reach your hotel in Edmonton in just 40 minutes. Keep an eye on the KLM website for current flight times and tickets >>
| TIP: Your return flight will likely depart in the evening, so it's recommended to do some shopping at the Premium Outlet Collection Edmonton International Airport.
Edmonton
discover edmonton's highlights
As the capital of Alberta, Edmonton offers plenty to do. It's therefore highly recommended to spend the first or last few days of your winter trip to Canada in this vibrant city. Which highlights shouldn't you miss? Here's a list:
- Must-see museums: The Royal Alberta Museum tells the story of Alberta's culture and landscape. It's great, as it gives you a good overview of the province where you'll be enjoying winter sports. The museum is located in the heart of the Arts District, where you'll also find the Art Gallery of Alberta. find. Here you can view more than 6000 Modern and historical art objects. Both museums combine well! Traveling with kids? Then the TELUS World of Science a kid-friendly spot not to be missed for an afternoon of adventure for the whole family.
- 100 Street Fincular: This free glass elevator takes you from downtown Edmonton to the riverbank in less than a minute. Grab a hot chocolate to go and stroll along the boulevard to the lookout for stunning views!
- Old Strathcona & Whyte Avenue: According to locals, this is one of the city's trendiest neighborhoods, with a wonderful bohemian vibe. It's the perfect base for a hotel, allowing you to explore local boutiques, art galleries, and music stores during the day and explore trendy restaurants and cafes on foot in the evening.
- Discover Edmonton's culinary scene: of course, a guide on Your Little Black Book wouldn't be complete without the necessary food tips. So save these addresses for your winter sports trip: The Duchess Bake Shop (for the tastiest pastries), farm-to-table dining at RGE RD, Or join us at Biera, Bundok, or Alchemy Bar. Fancy a drink after dinner? Bar Clementine is the place to go for creative cocktails.Looking for a special evening dining experience? Then head to Pei Pei Chei Ow, where chef Scott Iserhoff serves traditional and modern indigenous dishes.
Edmonton
Fun winter festivals in Edmonton
Did you know that Edmonton is also known as "the festival city"? And luckily, they don't just organize them in the summer, because a little cold doesn't deter them here. So, if possible, plan your winter sports holiday to Edmonton and Jasper around one of these winter festivals:
- All is Bright: This annual festival takes over 124th Street with outdoor concerts, fire pits, street performers, and more in one of Edmonton's coolest neighborhoods.
- Luminary: During this winter festival, the University of Alberta Botanic Gardens are beautifully lit with hundreds of lanterns.
- Zoominescence: Light festivals never get old during the dark months, if you ask me! This festival with illuminated animals takes place, fittingly, at the Edmonton Valley Zoo.
- Deep Freeze: This Byzantine festival celebrates Alberta's melting pot of cultures with a variety of authentic and cultural winter games in honor of the Orthodox New Year.
- Flying Canoe Volant: a French-Canadian festival centered around a canoe race down a ski slope with music, dancing, and folklore.
- Skirtsafire: Edmonton's only festival that focuses on female artists and diversity.
- Silver Skate: During Silver Skate, music, skating, and many other winter sports come together in one of the most popular winter festivals of the year.
- Ice on Whyte: admire the most beautiful ice sculptures you've ever seen.
Curious about more winter festivals? View all winter events in Edmonton here >>
Silver Skate Festival, Edmonton
Snowshoeing
Have you ever been snowshoeing? Snowshoeing is perhaps the most popular winter sports activity after skiing and snowboarding. Go with a guide and take a beautiful hike off the beaten path. There are several places near Edmonton where you can take beautiful snowshoe walks in the winter. For example, go to Elk Island National Park and discover the beautiful nature during a 1- to 2-hour guided hike. You might even spot wildlife, such as bison! Or rent a car at River Adventure Valley Grab yourself a set of snowshoes and head out to explore the beautiful surroundings of Edmonton and the River Valley.
Snowshoe Walks
Winter sports in Jasper at Marmot Basin
About a four-hour drive from Edmonton, you'll find Jasper National Park and the snow-sure ski resort Marmot BasinThe town of Jasper is a great base for your ski adventure in Canada. You can reach the ski area in just 25 minutes! From the parking lot, you can ski right onto the slopes. Here you'll experience the dry powder snow for which the Canadian Rockies are so famous. Something I definitely want to experience again as a ski enthusiast. I can just picture returning to your cozy cabin or lodge hotel after a day on the slopes with a crackling fire and winter comfort food. Locals call it Ski Marmot Basin. Known as a quiet ski area with expansive slopes where it's almost never too crowded. It's wonderful to ski back up after your descent without waiting in line for another round of skiing. Need a break from skiing? There are several restaurants at Marmot Basin: Caribou Chalet (at the foot of the mountain) and halfway up the mountain you will find the huts Paradise Chalet and Eagle Chalet. These two adjacent chalets are home to Paradise Cafeteria, Charlie's Bar, and Eagle's Grill & Lounge. where you can eat and drink something. Because let's face it, every now and then you have to take a good look around and enjoy the beautiful nature and a nice drink.
| TIP: You can also enjoy beautiful snowshoe hikes around Jasper if you'd like to do something different than skiing for a day. And there's plenty more to do in Jasper National Park during the winter, from the Maligne Canyon Icewalk to dog sledding and spotting the Northern Lights. And do you, like me, love good food? You can even take a food tour in Jasper! View all activities here >>
Marmot Basin
Jasper, Jasper National Park
Stay at the Fairmont Jasper Park lodge
It's no secret that I'm a huge hotel lover. For me, a trip idea really starts with the hotel we choose as our base. I've looked at luxury hotels in Jasper so often that I already have my bucket list selection ready for you. From hotels with the most beautiful views to cozy cabins in a luxury hotel, Jasper has no shortage of great places to stay. The Fairmont Jasper Park Lodge is beautifully situated on an elevated spot overlooking the lake. It has a heated outdoor pool and is decorated in authentic (and super cozy) lodge style. There are various types of hotel rooms, but the cabins and suites (with private fireplaces) seem to me the most suitable for winter sports. Another hotel I would book for our winter sports trip to Jasper is Pyramid Lake Resort. This lodge is located right on the lake, about six kilometers from the town. In winter, you can go snowshoeing or take a horse-drawn sleigh ride right from your hotel!
© Fairmont Jasper Park Lodge
Book a complete winter trip
Are you curious about the fully catered trips offered for this bucket list destination? On the website edmonton-jasper.nl You'll find various trips where everything has been taken care of. Good to know: all these trips include the KLM flight, accommodations, local transportation (shuttle service or rental car), a ski pass for Marmot Basin, and the option to bring your own skis or snowboard on the flight for free!
Another great thing about all these trips is that they always combine vibrant Edmonton with the start or end of the Jasper winter sports season. This site also provides an overview of various tour operators who can help you plan a customized winter trip.
When my son is a bit older, this winter sports trip is one of the things I want to do soon! It's not peak season in Canada during our spring break, and I've heard the skiing is really good and uncrowded. But who knows, maybe we'll do some "pre-planning," as we say, just the two of us first ;-). I'm putting this destination at the top of our ski bucket list. That's for sure!
With love,
Anne
Northern Lights in Jasper National Park © Justin Olsvik
Snowshoe Walks
Silver Skate festival © Marc J Chalifoux Photography
Deep Freeze Festival, Edmonton
Bison in Elk Island National Park
Edmonton, Alberta, Canada
© Pyramid Lake Resort
Biera Restaurant, Edmonton
Arts & Crafts at Deep Freeze Festival
Ice on Whyte Festival, Edmonton
Flying Canoe Festival Edmonton
© Fairmont Jasper Park Lodge
© Fairmont Jasper Park Lodge
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