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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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𝟭𝟲 𝗽𝗹𝗮𝗰𝗲𝘀 𝗶𝗻 𝗔𝗺𝘀𝘁𝗲𝗿𝗱𝗮𝗺 𝘄𝗵𝗲𝗿𝗲 𝘆𝗼𝘂'𝗹𝗹 𝗲𝗮𝘁 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗯𝗲𝘀𝘁 𝘁𝗮𝗰𝗼𝘀 🌮
Are you going classic with carne asada & salsa verde, or do you prefer something a little different, like birria for dipping or tempura mushroom with salsa negra!?
In this guide, you'll find my favorite taco hotspots in Amsterdam, including a must-try tip for every spot 🍴
📍 @masmais.taqueria (West)
🌮 Favorite: tuna tostada & sea bass ceviche
Perfect if you love Mexican food with a focus on seafood, great cocktails, and a laid-back cantina vibe. It feels like being in Mexico for a moment, right in Amsterdam West.
📍 @tacos.lasinaloense (Ten Katemarkt & Albert Cuypmarkt)
🌮 Favorite: create your own taco & go all in on salsa
Street-style tacos the way they're meant to be: handmade tortillas, slow-cooked steaks, and choosing your own spice level.
📍 @madre.amsterdam (Jordaan)
🌮 Favorite: birria quesatacos & tempura mushroom tacos
A plant-based Mexican restaurant that proves just how flavorful vegetarian food can be. Comfort food with a twist, and perfect for sharing.
📍 @bacalar.amsterdam (North)
🌮 Favorite: octopus taco
Still one of my favorites in Noord, with a great terrace too. Raw setting, huge on flavor. Weekend lunch here is my favorite! Definitely ask for the specials.
On 𝗬𝗼𝘂𝗿𝗹𝗶𝘁𝘁𝗹𝗲𝗯𝗹𝗮𝗰𝗸𝗯𝗼𝗼𝗸.𝗺𝗲 you'll find the complete guide with the 16 best taco spots in Amsterdam.
Do you have a taco spot I really need to try?
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𝗔𝗺𝘀𝘁𝗲𝗿𝗱𝗮𝗺 𝗪𝗲𝗲𝗸𝗲𝗻𝗱 𝗚𝘂𝗶𝗱𝗲: 𝗠𝗮𝘆 𝟴, 𝟵 & 𝟭𝟬
This weekend is packed with markets, food events and lots of good excuses to spend the entire weekend out and about in Amsterdam.
From the free @oatly Matcha Strawberry Signature Drink and limited edition bag charm launch at @binibakery to Het Hapjesfestijn in Noord and the Creative Lab Summer Pop-Up at Klaproos & Café Soleil.
Plus, there are lots of fun Mother's Day ideas in this new guide, from brunches to the @ladress summer sale and 50% discount tickets for a concert at @concertgebouw.
Also very in the mood for the North Seafood BBQ at @nikotin.restobar
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What's your vibe this weekend… markets, matcha, a long lunch or trying a new hotspot?
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Come with me to get breakfast in Taipei 🥢
Straight from the airport to this little place to taste soup dumplings and so much more! That's what I call a soft landing 😉 <3
In Taipei, you go to a Soy Milk Shop for breakfast. Warm soy milk to eat in a bowl, and steam baskets with the tastiest dumplings and baozi. You can really wake me up for this kind of breakfast. These local breakfast spots come in all shapes and sizes, from Michelin-recommended spots to hole-in-the-wall stalls.
Most soy milk shops open early (and sometimes even 24 hours a day), and these are the dishes you want to try:
🥄 Warm soy milk
🥢 Soup dumplings (you can often choose between pork and veggies)
🥢 Pork baozi
🥢 Youtiao (油條 - a kind of fried donut stick)
🥢 Youtiao (油條) w/ pork floss & rice
🥢 Turnip cake
🥢 Chives pancake
🥢 Scallion pancake
TIP: Sharing is a good idea to taste as much as possible, because the portions are (often) large.
You'll want to remember these soy milk shops for your future trip to Taipei:
📍Fuhang Soy Milk
📍Soy Milk Shop
📍Yong He Soya Milk King (Da'an)
📍Sihai Soy Milk
I am currently touring Taiwan, and you can also find all the tips in my Stories Highlight.
Have you ever been to Taiwan? I'm curious if you thought it was *that* amazing!
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#taipeifood #taipeitravel #TaiwanWavesOfWonder #ExperienceTaiwan @taiwantoerisme #presstrip
{ In this Taiwan Travel Guide video, I share my favorite breakfast spots in Taipei for an authentic Taiwanese breakfast }
𝗔𝗺𝘀𝘁𝗲𝗿𝗱𝗮𝗺 𝗪𝗲𝗲𝗸𝗲𝗻𝗱 𝗚𝘂𝗶𝗱𝗲: 𝗔𝗽𝗿𝗶𝗹 𝟯𝟬 + 𝗠𝗮𝘆 𝟭, 𝟮 & 𝟯
HELLO first weekend of May!
From a brand-new rooftop beach in Oost to vintage treasure hunting at IJ-Hallen, Italian market mornings, new restaurants and lots of May holiday plans for families.
Also on my radar this weekend:
📍 East Beach
📍 Café Pigalle
📍 Sassy's
📍 HORTA
📍 Bar Copa
📍 Amour Amer
📍 Café Felix
📍 Chez Chloé
And yes, market season is fully back. Sunday Market, IJ-Hallen, NoordOogst and Zi Camì Market… where to start?
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What's your vibe this weekend… markets, terraces, new hotspots or something fun with the kids?
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Just back from Catalonia and I thought: I'll share some tips right away.
During our road trip, we stayed two nights in the Ebro Delta. An incredibly fun stop for families and foodies, where there is plenty to do.
• A boat trip to the Musclarium is a must! Here you eat oysters and mussels straight from the farm, in the middle of the sea.
· Admire the flamingos and black ibises that can be found here all year round.
· Rice is grown in the Ebro Delta all year round. For paella, but Kensho also makes sake and miso from it! You can visit them during a tasting.
Cycling along the rice fields, canoeing on the Ebro River, and visiting various beaches. It was still a bit too cold right now, but there is plenty to do.
• The towns are very low-key and not that exciting, but you can find fantastic local food there. From the Michelin-awarded Les Moles* to local eateries like Vermuteria Bonmarisc and Lo Tinglado. We ate a lot of fish, but also anemone fritters (a first!).
Now back to work, and I’m going to create an extensive travel guide of this road trip through Catalonia, but you’ll want to save these tips for a future adventure.
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{ In this post, I share tips for the Ebro Delta in Spain (Delta de l'Ebre). More tips for Catalonia can be found at www.yourlittleblackbook.me }
HELLO WEEKEND!
A short note, but a very packed Amsterdam Weekend Guide online with 76 tips for Kingsday, Kingsnight, new restaurants, kidsproof May holiday activities and everything in between.
Comment WEEKEND and I'll send you the full guide in your DM.
Cheers from Spain, where I will celebrate with orange wine from Priorat ✌🏼🧡.
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The most important things to do are done by the community through this Nederland and in Amsterdam?
The May holidays have begun, and that means: quality time with the kids. From creative workshops and fun playgrounds to new museums, kid-friendly festivals, and adventures in nature.
On 𝗬𝗼𝘂𝗿𝗟𝗶𝘁𝘁𝗹𝗲𝗕𝗹𝗮𝗰𝗸𝗕𝗼𝗼𝗸.𝗺𝗲, you will find two comprehensive guides with more than 50 tips! Believe me, you won't be bored anymore ;-).
Take all tips via the line in my bio. Have fun!
I'm curious: what do you have planned for this holiday?
PS: We are doing a road trip from Barcelona to Valencia this year and you can travel along via stories.
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𝗔𝗺𝘀𝘁𝗲𝗿𝗱𝗮𝗺 𝗪𝗲𝗲𝗸𝗲𝗻𝗱 𝗚𝘂𝗶𝗱𝗲: 𝗔𝗽𝗿𝗶𝗹 𝟭𝟲, 𝟭𝟳, 𝟭𝟴 & 𝟭𝟵
Your Amsterdam weekend, sorted. 🖤
Baby lambs, spring markets, new restaurant openings and more events not to miss, this week's Amsterdam Weekend Guide is packed.
💬 Comment 𝗪𝗘𝗘𝗞𝗘𝗡𝗗 and I'll send you the full Amsterdam Weekend Guide with 81 tips straight to your DMs.
Have fun making plans!
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| PS: 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.
PUUR YONNIE, an ode to Jonnie Boer.
Today I had the honor of being at @delibrijezwolle for the book launch of @jonnie_en_therese.
I spent the whole evening reading and flipping through the pages.
WHAT A BOOK.
What stories.
WHAT AN ODE.
Love, Nature, Pioneer, Fatherhood, Music, Jonnie's Foundation, Friendship, Suppliers, Local products, Relaxation, Entrepreneurship, Humor & The pure human being.
Everything passes by, beautifully written by @joel.broekaert.
With contributions from, among others, @nelsontanate, @rekkebus, @ronblaauwtje, @jorisbijdendijk, @sidney_schutte & @hvw043.
Thanks for the lovely afternoon @jonnie_en_therese 💚
PURE JONNIE,
From 14 April
at your local bookstore
(and online)
🖊️ @anne_de_buck
This is your ticket to Japan without taking a plane 🥢
@tewatashi.ams in De Pijp serves an authentic Edo-Mae Sushi Experience and is super consistent in their quality.
It's the place we keep going back to when we have something to celebrate <3.
In this video I'm sharing the 2 hour experience in 60 seconds.
Still dreaming about the buttery ika nigiri. 🤤
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{ one of the best authentic Japanese restaurants in Amsterdam serving premium sushi omakase in De Pijp }
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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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.
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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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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