Unique Hotels & Accommodations

Everything you need to know, incl. hotels, many sightseeing & practical tips for an affordable luxury trip to Zanzibar & Tanzania - Africa.

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!

A small-scale Iceland Cruise makes it possible to explore lesser-known spots in a short time, in comfort & luxury with top-notch gastronomy!

Northern Germany is known for its beautiful landscapes & some of the country's most stunning castles. I stayed at a very unique one!

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!

For a relaxing summer holiday, affordable, yet luxurious, with good weather and delicious food Fethiye on the Turkish Riviera is perfect!

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!

Discover the ultimate combination of history, class & heritage of this unique island in Greece via my Rhodes island guide with many pics.

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!

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?

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!

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.

Luxembourg's charm lies in its variation of castles & diversity in a compact space. Explore enchanting castles, culture, nature, all nearby.

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.

Discovering the ABC islands in the Southern Caribbean is an experience beyond luxurious hotels, tropical sun-kissed beaches and vibrant...

We tested 8 unique accommodations in Småland & Halland - South Sweden. From eco-friendly cabins, manors to wellness resorts amidst nature.

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.

Find out where to stay on the Costa del Sol - Spain. Sunny & warm year round, with beautiful beaches, cute towns & affordable luxury hotels.

Are you looking for a holiday in sunny Spain, combined with wellness and fitness in a beautiful setting, and ever thought about an...

Get ready to experience Zakynthos authentic chic, with 2 luxury hotels & 6 unique activities to enjoy this hidden gem in Greece like a VIP.

Gambia the smallest country in Africa, surrounded by Senegal & the Atlantic Ocean, perfect for a unique affordable luxury holiday in winter.

Imagine a luxurious camping experience, an oasis in the heart of Belgium, amidst nature, with lots of comfort and glamour, aka glamping!

If you love tropical islands , unique accommodations, affordable luxury hotels & private pool villas as much as I do, and are looking...

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!

Last month I explored the Turkish Riviera with Corendon, stayed at 2 fab 5 star resorts & sampled 3 unique restaurants near Side & Kemer.

Do you like white beaches, blue seas, sea food, boattrips, tropical landscapes, & friendly locals too? Then Zanzibar is the island for you!

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!

I fell in love with Aruba because of its natural beauty, but also for its offering of 250 unique & barefoot restaurants and foodie hotspots!

This castle hotel is the definition of affordable luxury. Perfect comb of hospitality, history, class, nature & gastronomy near Amsterdam!

Dandelion Como: the ultimate authentic boutique hotel outside Como. A 15th century Lombard villa in 10,000 acres of nature and tranquility.

Hof van Saksen Resort in Drenthe-the Netherlands is the perfect example of affordable luxury, combining nature, comfort, service & privacy!

Read all about our visit to the beautiful Dutch nature area 'de Veluwe', with stays at 4 affordable luxury Bilderberg Hotels in Gelderland.

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.

The City Hopping package of Carlton Hotels is perfect to explore 3 of classiest cities of NL, while sleeping in comfort & style!

Recently I explored my own backyard on a unique trip to Wassenaar, with a royal castle stay, combined with a classy hotelstay in Noordwijk!

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.

Leiden is one of the most authentic, yet buzzing cities in the Netherlands. Filled with cute alleys, cobble-stoned streets, canals & history

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.

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...

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...

Road trip Peugeot Northwest France ✓Normandy, Brittany, Étretat, St Malo, Mont-Saint-Michel ✓Chalk cliffs, coastline, countryside & heritage

During our Skåne trip we stayed in unique hotels & tasted high quality food in good restaurants & foodie hotspots. These are my 11 faves!

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.

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.

I love France because of its history , authenticity, classy character , diversity, many castles and unique regions and cities like Paris...

Are you ready for some serious hotel inspiration? From a Medieval castle, a 5 star Renaissance hotel, to royal châteaus and Provencal...

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...

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...

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...

Have you ever been to Bali? If so you might have noticed that this magical island holds so much beauty, in nature, culture, heritage,...