Personal & Travel Tips

Affordable Luxury Tips - budgeting hacks & travel predictions

Authentic Chica

Nov 20, 20234 min read

Affordable Luxury Tips - budgeting hacks & travel predictions

In 2024, luxury travel will require more innovation & adaptability. Read my affordable luxury travel & budgeting tips to help you with this!

Best of Andalusia with Villa Pureza - Adventurous Wellness & Fitness Retreats in Spain

Authentic Chica

Jun 23, 20236 min read

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...

15 Social media marketing secrets to build a successful online business

Authentic Chica

Feb 22, 20236 min read

15 Social media marketing secrets to build a successful online business

How to market and brand yourself, how to build an online business, monetize and use social media to your advantage? All valid questions...

The ultimate Aruba guide + practical map

Authentic Chica

Jan 16, 20235 min read

The ultimate Aruba guide + practical map

Easily find 40 of the nicest beaches, photo-, sightseeing spots & activities, 38 unique accommodations & restaurants on Aruba with my guide!

Top 6 authentic travel bucket list destinations 2023

Authentic Chica

Dec 29, 20225 min read

Top 6 authentic travel bucket list destinations 2023

In 2022 travel was almost back to normal again, therefore I'm happy to share my authentic destination top6 for your 2023 travel bucket list!

20 Seasonal photography tips – Spring tulip fields of the Netherlands

Authentic Chica

Apr 20, 20225 min read

20 Seasonal photography tips – Spring tulip fields of the Netherlands

I love nature & photography, that’s why spring is my favourite season, especially in the Netherlands, as my homeland is flower heaven!

The Netherlands - respectful tulip field exploring - tips & top locations

Authentic Chica

Apr 20, 20226 min read

The Netherlands - respectful tulip field exploring - tips & top locations

This is your call to visit the Netherlands, as the tulip fields just started to bloom all around Holland! And even though the daffodills...

FAQs how to run a successful business - 5 year lady boss anniversary

Authentic Chica

Dec 12, 20219 min read

FAQs how to run a successful business - 5 year lady boss anniversary

Exactly 5 years ago I finally took the leap and started my own business as marketeer, consultant / coach & worked with 250 companies so far.

My top 11 Covid-Corona proof holiday destinations Europe-Caribbean

Authentic Chica

Jun 29, 202114 min read

My top 11 Covid-Corona proof holiday destinations Europe-Caribbean

A list with 11 fave countries that have low Covid-19 infections rates, where the corona levels are decreasing, and are open to EU travelers.

Personal tips to get out of Corona/Covid-19 depression aka the coronacoaster

Authentic Chica

Dec 4, 20208 min read

Personal tips to get out of Corona/Covid-19 depression aka the coronacoaster

This 2nd corona-covid-19 lockdown can be depressing, with ups & downs☹ This is called the coronacoaster & here are 15 tips to get out of it!

15 Seasonal Photography Tips & Tricks - Autumn

Authentic Chica

Nov 16, 20203 min read

15 Seasonal Photography Tips & Tricks - Autumn

I love nature, photography & autumn colors. And as seasonal pics work well on Instagram I'll share 15 tips & tricks for fall inspiration.

Corona-Covid-19 travel protection - disposable facemask vs fashion

Authentic Chica

Jun 16, 20205 min read

Corona-Covid-19 travel protection - disposable facemask vs fashion

Mouthmasks are required for travel, therefore I tested the use of a hygienic disposable mask, vs a fabric fashionable/do it yourself mask.

15 Corona proof summer holiday destinations?

Authentic Chica

Jun 1, 202014 min read

15 Corona proof summer holiday destinations?

With Corona infections decreasing in many (European) countries a summer holiday in these 15 countries is becoming more certain every day!

20 Virtual Travel Links - wanderlust from home

Authentic Chica

Apr 11, 20206 min read

20 Virtual Travel Links - wanderlust from home

Unfortunately we still have to stay home, but with these 20 links you can travel & feed your wanderlust, without having to leave the house!

Corona-COVID-19 stay at home challenge-50 tips

Authentic Chica

Mar 18, 20209 min read

Corona-COVID-19 stay at home challenge-50 tips

As a travel blogger I feel it's my responsibility to explain why we should stay home, help contain this Corona virus, and share fun 50 tips!

3 year girl boss anniversary – 15 lessons learnt

Authentic Chica

Jan 12, 20206 min read

3 year girl boss anniversary – 15 lessons learnt

Last month was hectic, cozy, fun and a huge milestone , as it's been already 3 years since I went to the Chamber of Commerce to register...

WONDR Experience - new Instagram-mable photo hotspot in Amsterdam

Authentic Chica

Oct 13, 20194 min read

WONDR Experience - new Instagram-mable photo hotspot in Amsterdam

Most Instagram-mable pop-up museum Netherlands ✓WONDR Experience Amsterdam ✓15 colorful rooms and settings ✓Photography & Instagram heaven!

Content creators - freelancers - travelers burnout prevention tips

Authentic Chica

Oct 6, 20198 min read

Content creators - freelancers - travelers burnout prevention tips

Burnout is real, especially when you do what you love as content creator/traveler/freelancer can sneak up on you, prevent it with these tips

Female solo travel - safe, smart & fun travel tips

Authentic Chica

Jul 20, 20196 min read

Female solo travel - safe, smart & fun travel tips

I love traveling solo, as it makes me feel empowered, but it does require more effort. Here are some smart tips to prepare & stay safe!

TRAVEL HACK: No stress, get your flights compensated with EUclaim!

Authentic Chica

May 7, 20193 min read

TRAVEL HACK: No stress, get your flights compensated with EUclaim!

As you would know by now I love to travel and have traveled a lot the past 24 years. When I was younger I traveled several times a year...

My 15 fave phone photography, video & editing apps

Authentic Chica

Mar 3, 20196 min read

My 15 fave phone photography, video & editing apps

Do you love creating content through photography and video as much as I do, and if so, how much time do you spend on selecting and...

9 tips to start your own business - 2 years girlboss

Authentic Chica

Jan 6, 20197 min read

9 tips to start your own business - 2 years girlboss

A few of the most asked questions during my workshops and via my social media accounts last year were: How can I start my own business,...

9 tips for content creation, personal branding & photography for social media

Authentic Chica

Sep 25, 20186 min read

9 tips for content creation, personal branding & photography for social media

Content marketing & personal branding, what is it exactly and why is it important, especially for social media? Questions I get a lot....

My life as a social media addict: the good, bad & the ugly

Authentic Chica

Sep 23, 20175 min read

My life as a social media addict: the good, bad & the ugly

If you love taking pictures, sharing your daily life, unique experiences and travels on social media, especially Instagram, and are...

Authentic Chica

Aug 7, 20173 min read

10 Chic Summer Dresses under €60

If you're following me on social media or read my previous blogs about the Maldives you have seen me wear a lot of dresses already. I...

9 Tips for the perfect Instagram pictures & editing

Authentic Chica

Jul 7, 20175 min read

9 Tips for the perfect Instagram pictures & editing

Who am I to give tips on photography & editing? I am not a professional photographer, I’m not a huge online influencer, but I do love...

10 Favourite affordable summer hats under €30

Authentic Chica

Jun 16, 20173 min read

10 Favourite affordable summer hats under €30

What do you think of hats and do you wear them a lot, or only in summer time? I wear hats all the time and think they are perfect for...

Travel light, comfortable & stylish with KameleonRose – the ultimate travel dress

Authentic Chica

May 11, 20173 min read

Travel light, comfortable & stylish with KameleonRose – the ultimate travel dress

Do you think looking fashionable and stylish can be combined with feeling comfortable, dressing practical and packing light at the same...

Authentic Chica

Oct 12, 20163 min read

Chic travel bags today

Who says looking good while you travel is hard to achieve? From backpacks to suitcases to duffel bags, take a look at my list of some of...

Authentic Chica

May 26, 20163 min read

Top posts & pics – 1 year anniversary Authentic Chica

It’s a small milestone for me, because this week, exactly 1 year ago I started my blog and social media accounts, so that calls for a...

10 Tips how to travel Authentic but Chic

Authentic Chica

Mar 22, 20166 min read

10 Tips how to travel Authentic but Chic

As the name of my website states I am an authentic girl, but also one who loves to travel authentic chic. But what is authenticity really...

Authentic Chica

Nov 23, 20154 min read

Awesome Dutch autumn captures

As I have been living in the Netherlands, also known as Holland, my whole life I am quite used to the rain all year long, windy autumns...

Get to know me through the Liebster Awards

Authentic Chica

Nov 1, 20155 min read

Get to know me through the Liebster Awards

I was nominated for the Liebster Award by Daphne from the Dutch site Food & Flipflops! She thought of 11 awesome and creative questions...

Authentic Chica

May 25, 20151 min read

Yes another travel blog

Another travel blog, why? Because I love to travel, explore the world and look for authenticity in all places I visit. 34 countries...