A quick spring escape to Paris transformed into something quietly magical for Menno and our 14-year-old daughter, thanks to the calm elegance of the Grand Hôtel du Palais Royal. Read more…
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For a spring weekend full of laughter, food, and a little urban adventure, we set off with a fabulous crew: our dear friend Renate, our teenage daughter, and one of her friends. It’s a girls’ getaway, multigenerational-style—with plenty of soul, style, and serendipity. Our base? The effortlessly cool Sir Savigny Hotel Berlin, tucked into the chic Charlottenburg district. Read more…
Cairo—just the name alone evokes images of ancient pyramids, bustling souks, and the mighty Nile flowing through a city that never seems to sleep. Our four-day stay in this incredible metropolis is a whirlwind of history, adventure, and cultural discoveries, made all the more memorable by our apartment with a stunning view of the Nile. Finding the perfect family-friendly place to stay takes some effort, but the Boho Chic Loft proves to be a great base for exploring the city. Read more…
We recently had the pleasure of staying at the W Hotel in Kuala Lumpur with our two teenagers, and it was an unforgettable experience. If you're looking for a hotel that perfectly balances urban sophistication with family-friendly luxury, W Kuala Lumpur is a top contender. Read more…
If you're looking for a family stay that combines elegance, comfort, and an authentic Malaysian touch, the RuMa Hotel and Residences in Kuala Lumpur is the ultimate choice. Read more…
Nestled in the heart of the historical and vibrant city of Prague, our stay at the Mosaic House Design Hotel Prague's unfolds as an unforgettable journey, harmoniously blending luxury, comfort, and familial warmth. Our choice to stay in their penthouse, as part of the hotel, offers us a realm of stylish design, comfort, and whimsy. Read more…
As autumn's golden hues blanket the city, the Botanic Sanctuary Antwerp emerges as a beacon of luxury and comfort. Our weekend trip to this enchanting city is nothing short of magical, with the Botanica Hotel providing a lavish base from which we explore the rich tapestry of Antwerp's history and contemporary charm. Read more…
Nestled along the mesmerizing Dutch coastline of Noordwijk, the Grand Hotel Huis ter Duin stands tall, a testament to timeless elegance, history, and luxury. For anyone venturing to this part of the Netherlands, the majestic structure is hard to miss. But what lies within its walls and its surroundings is a tale that begs to be told and experienced. Read more…
Upon arriving at the Aparthotel, You and the Sea, the allure is evident. Located near Praia del Sul in the beach town Ericeira, roughly 40-minute drive from Lisbon, the environment feels alive with the rhythmic sound of waves and the cool embrace of the sea breeze. Read more…
We have the pleasure of visiting Hamburg, Germany, for a two-day vacation. As we planned our trip, we decided to stay at the heart: the Sir Nikolai Hotel. Read more…
As the autumn breeze whispers through the charming boulevards of Paris, our family's stay at the Sofitel Arc de Triomphe encapsulates the essence of French sophistication and familial warmth. This exquisite journey, with our teenage daughters in tow, transforms into an enchanting tale of cultural exploration, culinary delights, and beautiful memories. Read more…
Think about the unusual combination of a guy just returned after World War II and a local rancher starting a ski resort. The guy called Pete Seibert, a former member of the 10th Mountain Division returned to Colorado, and rancher Earl Eaton set up ski resort in the Colorado Mountains. Today it is the largest ski mountain in Colorado, known for its hotels, dining, and for the numerous events the city hosts annually. For a few days we join all the happy folk visiting and living in Vail, as we are guests at the magnificent Four Seasons Vail. Read more…
Are you searching for the outstanding and affordable family vacation destination? Look no further than El Pueblo Lodge in Taos, New Mexico. Read more…
Miles before entering the picturesque Swiss town of Gstaad, we already spot our place of destination rising high above the rest. We earlier informed our daughters that our next stop would be a ‘princess castle’. Read more...
We toast with rosé Champagne for us and a Shirly Temple mocktail for our daughters. It is not often that we start a report of a visit to a top hotel with a culinary experience, but our visit to restaurant Izumi at the Four Seasons Hotel des Bergues in Geneva, Switzerland deserves to be mentioned first. Read more…
When we turn into the driveway of Château St. Gerlach we hear a deep sigh from the back seat of the car: “wow, are we going to sleep there?”. Our youngest daughter has brought her girlfriend Vera for this weekend and both are now almost sitting with their noses against the window. The excitement is completely justified. Read more…
From afar we can see the A'dam Tower on the skyline. Look through your eyelashes and it looks more like Manhattan than Amsterdam. However, as soon as we focus our eyes again, we see that we are really in the second largest city in the Netherlands. This weekend our oldest daughter took her friend for a real teenage outing. We arrive by car at the SIR Adam hotel, one of the residents of the building. Read more…
Amsterdam is the perfect city for an active city trip with the family. Especially older children will enjoy this vibrant metropolis with its unique, largely seventeenth-century city centre. And the hotel Andaz Amsterdam where we stay, is ideally located to serve as a base. Read more…
“If we had paddled upstream long enough, we would have come here." Our daughters look amazed as they gaze from us at the fast-flowing river Rhine and back again. However, we certainly do not want to leave as we planned for two nights in one of the best hotels in Switzerland and one of the oldest city hotels in Europe. Founded in 1681 as a gentlemen's inn and rebuilt in 1844, The Grand Hôtel Les Trois Rois covers half a block and majestically overlooks the Rhine. Read more…
Wow, this is a cool room! That is how it sounds from the room next to us. We have the pleasure to be guests at the breathtaking Grand Resort Bad Ragaz for a second time, now in winter. Although it more looks like spring on the day of arrival with 14 degrees Celsius. However, as often in the Alps, the weather changes in a heartbeat and the snowflakes drift down within hours of our arrival. Read more…