Authentic Chica
Affordable Luxury Spa Hotel Alsace - France
A trip to the Alsace region of East-France, with a stay at this affordable luxury Spa hotel, is a perfect comb of exploration & relaxation!
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Authentic Chica
Aug 256 min
Iceland Cruise - 7-day small-scale luxury & gastronomy adventure
A small-scale Iceland Cruise makes it possible to explore lesser-known spots in a short time, in comfort & luxury with top-notch gastronomy!
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Aug 84 min
Royal castle hotel stay Northern Germany
Northern Germany is known for its beautiful landscapes & some of the country's most stunning castles. I stayed at a very unique one!
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Aug 79 min
15 Unique Hotels & Restaurants Småland - South Sweden road trip
Since we saw & did so much in Småland I wanted to dedicate a full blog to all the unique hotels & delicious restaurants we experienced here!
Authentic Chica
Jul 176 min
Affordable luxury summer holiday Fethiye - Turkey
For a relaxing summer holiday, affordable, yet luxurious, with good weather and delicious food Fethiye on the Turkish Riviera is perfect!
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Jul 411 min
Ultimate Bonaire Travel Guide - Hidden Gem of South Caribbean
Although lesser-known a true hidden gem in the Southern Caribbean, 1 of the ABC islands, turned out to be Bonaire. Read why in this blog!
Authentic Chica
Jun 38 min
Rhodes, Greece island guide - ultimate comb of history, class & heritage
Discover the ultimate combination of history, class & heritage of this unique island in Greece via my Rhodes island guide with many pics.
Authentic Chica
Jun 25 min
Top luxury hotels & resorts of Mauritius
Mauritius is renowned for its top notch hotels. I'll tell you about my stay at the most trendy luxury resorts on the island, incl.many pics!
Authentic Chica
May 196 min
Mauritius Authentic Chic - VIP trip to paradise
If you’re traveling to an island like Mauritius, a honeymooners and luxury seekers paradise, why not do it authentic chic, like a real VIP?
Authentic Chica
Mar 49 min
48 Hours Singapore - Ultimate Sightseeing Itinerary
Are you planning a trip to Asia, Australia, or New Zealand and looking for the perfect stopover to recharge and enjoy? Then Singapore is it!
Authentic Chica
Feb 246 min
Madeira Culinary Adventure - 9 Unique Hotels & Restaurants
Madeira is not only perfect for nature enthusiasts, but also for authentic chic food and hotel lovers. Find 9 of my favourites in this blog.
Authentic Chica
Jan 316 min
Exploring Luxembourg Country - 9 Enchanting Castles
Luxembourg's charm lies in its variation of castles & diversity in a compact space. Explore enchanting castles, culture, nature, all nearby.
Authentic Chica
Dec 28, 20239 min
Curaçao Travel Guide: Top 12 Activities & Unique Stays
Curaçao is a vibrant Caribbean island for which I'm happy to share all my tips in this Curaçao Travel Guide w/ my top 12 activities & stays.
Authentic Chica
Dec 3, 20237 min
Luxury Meets Sustainability: Aruba's Top Eco-Friendly Accommodations
Discovering the ABC islands in the Southern Caribbean is an experience beyond luxurious hotels, tropical sun-kissed beaches and vibrant...
Authentic Chica
Oct 2, 20239 min
8 unique hotels South Sweden - Småland & Halland’s accommodations
We tested 8 unique accommodations in Småland & Halland - South Sweden. From eco-friendly cabins, manors to wellness resorts amidst nature.
Authentic Chica
Jul 13, 20235 min
Boho Club Marbella: a stylish luxury resort & restaurant in southern Spain
Boho Club Marbella is the ultimate small-scale luxury resort for your holiday to the south of Spain & stay in the Costa del Sol in style.
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Jul 2, 20235 min
Explore the Costa del Sol - Spain in affordable luxury
Find out where to stay on the Costa del Sol - Spain. Sunny & warm year round, with beautiful beaches, cute towns & affordable luxury hotels.
Authentic Chica
Jun 23, 20236 min
Best of Andalusia with Villa Pureza - Adventurous Wellness & Fitness Retreats in Spain
Are you looking for a holiday in sunny Spain, combined with wellness and fitness in a beautiful setting, and ever thought about an...
Authentic Chica
Jun 11, 20237 min
Experience Zakynthos Authentic Chic: 8 Best Luxury Hotels & Activities in Greece's hidden gem
Get ready to experience Zakynthos authentic chic, with 2 luxury hotels & 6 unique activities to enjoy this hidden gem in Greece like a VIP.
Authentic Chica
Nov 27, 20227 min
The Gambia - unique affordable luxury winter sun holiday Africa
Gambia the smallest country in Africa, surrounded by Senegal & the Atlantic Ocean, perfect for a unique affordable luxury holiday in winter.
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Nov 4, 20225 min
Ultimate 5 star nature glamping - Belgium
Imagine a luxurious camping experience, an oasis in the heart of Belgium, amidst nature, with lots of comfort and glamour, aka glamping!
Authentic Chica
Oct 3, 20228 min
Aruba - 4 unique accommodations - affordable luxury & workation friendly
If you love tropical islands, unique accommodations, affordable luxury hotels & private pool villas as much as I do, and are looking for...
Authentic Chica
Jul 20, 20226 min
Bodrum – Turkey guide – Top 6 activities & photo spots
Bodrum is the most classy city of the Turkish Riviera, a.k.a. St.Tropez of Turkey.
Explore this city & its photogenic peninsula with me!
Authentic Chica
Jun 8, 20226 min
Turkey Authentic Chic - 5 star Turkish Riviera hotels & restaurants
Last month I explored the Turkish Riviera with Corendon, stayed at 2 fab 5 star resorts & sampled 3 unique restaurants near Side & Kemer.
Authentic Chica
Mar 27, 20224 min
Zanzibar Authentic Chic - 5 star business class experience
Do you like white beaches, blue seas, sea food, boattrips, tropical landscapes, & friendly locals too? Then Zanzibar is the island for you!
Authentic Chica
Oct 14, 20217 min
Exploring Aruba like a local - road trips, pool villa stay & top 11 beaches
This blog is for you if you like road trips, beautiful beaches, easy to reach by car & want to stay on Aruba in a pool villa, like a local!
Authentic Chica
Sep 22, 20218 min
Aruba - best barefoot restaurants & local (foodie) hotspots
I fell in love with Aruba because of its natural beauty, but also for its offering of 250 unique & barefoot restaurants and foodie hotspots!
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Aug 23, 20216 min
Classy castle hotel in nature near Amsterdam - The Netherlands
This castle hotel is the definition of affordable luxury. Perfect comb of hospitality, history, class, nature & gastronomy near Amsterdam!
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Jul 8, 20216 min
Ultimate Northern Italy-Como Nature Boutique Hotel Combo
Dandelion Como: the ultimate authentic boutique hotel outside Como. A 15th century Lombard villa in 10,000 acres of nature and tranquility.
Authentic Chica
Dec 16, 20206 min
Affordable Luxury Workation-Staycation & Relaxation at Hof van Saksen Drenthe-The Netherlands
Hof van Saksen Resort in Drenthe-the Netherlands is the perfect example of affordable luxury, combining nature, comfort, service & privacy!
Authentic Chica
Sep 3, 20206 min
Dutch affordable luxury stay on the Veluwe at Bilderberg Hotels-The Netherlands
Read all about our visit to the beautiful Dutch nature area 'de Veluwe', with stays at 4 affordable luxury Bilderberg Hotels in Gelderland.
Authentic Chica
Aug 9, 20207 min
Ultimate Gastronomy & Wellness Holiday at Hotel Plunhof South Tyrol-Italy
A visit to the Dolomites should be on everyone's bucketlist and Hotel Plunhof is perfect to combine Spa & gastronomy in South Tyrol as well.
Authentic Chica
Jul 26, 20207 min
Affordable luxury city hopping staycation with Carlton Hotels - The Netherlands
The City Hopping package of Carlton Hotels is perfect to explore 3 of classiest cities of NL, while sleeping in comfort & style!
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Jul 19, 20207 min
Exploring the lesser-known beaches of the Netherlands
Recently I explored my own backyard on a unique trip to Wassenaar, with a royal castle stay, combined with a classy hotelstay in Noordwijk!
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Jul 3, 20204 min
Nature glamping staycation Overijssel – The Netherlands
Do you like to sleep in nature, but also in style and comfort? Then a glamping could be perfect for you as well! Huttopia has it all & more.
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Jun 24, 20206 min
Ultimate Leiden citytrip – authentic chic staycation in the Netherlands
Leiden is one of the most authentic, yet buzzing cities in the Netherlands. Filled with cute alleys, cobble-stoned streets, canals & history
Authentic Chica
Apr 26, 20208 min
Dominican Republic - 4 unique accommodations revealed – mid to high range
While I stayed in 300 hotels, I was surprised by the unique accommodations in the Dominican Republic. I'm happy to share 4 of my favourites.
Authentic Chica
Dec 30, 20196 min
9 Authentic Algarve foodie activities & fave restaurants in South Portugal
In my fore last blog you’ve already read about my 7th visit to Portugal and my 4th stay in the Algarve, the most Southern region, for 3,5...
Authentic Chica
Nov 23, 20197 min
4 Authentic Chic hotels in Nantes & Vendée Valley – France
In my previous 2 France blogs you could have read everything about our 10 day road trip to 3 of the most authentic regions of NorthWest...
Authentic Chica
Oct 25, 20198 min
Road trip to Normandy & Brittany – Highlights of Northwest France
Road trip Peugeot Northwest France ✓Normandy, Brittany, Étretat, St Malo, Mont-Saint-Michel ✓Chalk cliffs, coastline, countryside & heritage
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Sep 23, 20195 min
Top 11 hotels, restaurants & foodie hotspots Skane – South Sweden
During our Skåne trip we stayed in unique hotels & tasted high quality food in good restaurants & foodie hotspots. These are my 11 faves!
Authentic Chica
May 27, 20197 min
Exploring Northern Ireland in style - the ultimate road trip
For my 4th visit to Ireland in 2 years I had my mind set on a Northern Ireland road trip to explore more of the rugged northern coastlines.
Authentic Chica
Apr 25, 20195 min
7 days in Paradise - Dominican Republic roundtrip
For me the Dominican Republic is the definition of paradise and on this island you don’t have to choose! See for yourself in this blog.
Authentic Chica
Dec 23, 20188 min
Romantic road trip France – castles & Paris pre-Christmas shopping
I love France because of its history, authenticity, classy character, diversity, many castles and unique regions and cities like Paris....
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Jul 8, 20187 min
Top 6 authentic luxury hotels France - most unique accommodations of Drôme & Provence
Are you ready for some serious hotel inspiration? From a Medieval castle, a 5 star Renaissance hotel, to royal châteaus and Provencal...
Authentic Chica
Apr 22, 20185 min
Royal The Hague city trip stay at La Paulowna Boutique Hotel
As you might know I love playing tourist in my own country and even city, and adore unique boutique hotels, about which you can read more...
Authentic Chica
Feb 27, 20186 min
Top 7 things to do in South Tyrol – ultimate winter sports & wellness combo
Do you like to be active in the snow, go hiking, skiing or snowboarding? I used to, but haven’t done this since 11 years because I also...
Authentic Chica
Jan 16, 20186 min
Bali’s most unique accommodations revealed – mid to high range
If you read my previous blog you have experienced 5 of the most luxurious private pool villas on Bali with me already. But during the...
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Dec 29, 20178 min
Top 5 unique private pool villas around Bali
Have you ever been to Bali? If so you might have noticed that this magical island holds so much beauty, in nature, culture, heritage,...
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Dec 10, 20176 min
Ultimate city trip - boutique hotel stay on Madeira, the chique Portuguese island
Attention all island-, city trip, nature, hiking, road trip, heritage and architecture lovers, I found the perfect destination that...
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