Experience little Venice of the North | Giethoorn

GUIDE | Hotel Restaurant De Lindenhof & The Water villa | by a Two Michelin star chef

Let Bearleader in Food, two Michelin-starred chef Martin Kruithof, guide you through his picturesque hometown. De Lindenhof is housed in an elegant farmhouse in Giethoorn, also known as ‘Little Venice of the North.’ Renting the water villa and enjoying Martin's cuisine is an authentic experience for lovers of nature, gastronomy, and watersports.

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Neapolitan life near the Amalfi Coast | Naples

GUIDE | Grand Hotel Parker’s*****L by a Hotelier and a Head Concierge | Check out festive Naples & Hosted Experiences!

This seaside city has everything: magnificent views, baroque excess, rich culture, and a unique culinary tradition. Giovanni Torres Avallone, Chief Experience Officer & Marco Giuliano, Head Concierge, born and raised in the authentic city of Naples, lead you to the best of the city. 

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Where to eat, drink & stay | Marbella

GUIDE | Anantara Villa Padierna Palace Resort | By a Hotelier | The festive days have arrived!

Located on the southern coast of Spain, Marbella has a long history of being a center of the international jet set. With a fantastic climate, a historical old town, high-end golf courses, an azure blue sea, and fresh seafood, it is a must-visit. Be guided to the best of Marbella by insider Jorge Manzur, General Manager of the Anantara Villa Padierna resort.

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Classical Beauty on the Italian Seafront | Alassio

GUIDE | Grand Hotel Alassio | Italian Riviera of Flowers | Check out the Festive offers now!

Plan your trip to the Italian Riviera now. Alassio promises La Dolce Vita. Let Grand Hotel Alassio's General Manager, Gianluca Borgna, and Head Concierge, Alex Cancel, take you to this paradise.

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The Insider Restaurant Guide | Paris

EXPERIENCE | By The Bearleaders

Paris is the city of love, and we all know the way to our hearts is through our stomach. So let the Bearleaders guide you through the streets of Paris on your search for the best places to eat.

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Design refuge in Downtown | Oslo

GUIDE | The Thief Oslo | Holiday packages available!

Be guided to all Oslo has to offer by Bearleader in Hospitality Robert Holan, who manages five-star Hotel The Thief and knows the ins and outs of Oslo food and culture. Stay at The Thief and discover the city through the eyes of an insider.

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Beach, spa & city vibes | Valencia

GUIDE | By a Hotelier | The Festive Holidays have arrived

Hotelier and local Carlos Boga, General Manager of five-star Hotel Balneario Las Arenas, guides you to his favourite places to eat & drink and what to do in Valencia. This is a great location to experience the best of the city in winter or summer.

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Inside the Historical Heart | Florence

GUIDE | Sina Villa Medici | Florence | by a Hotelier

Fernando Pane, General Manager of the iconic hotel Sina Villa Medici, will show you around Florence, including his favourite places to eat, drink, and do. You can also check out his favourite shopping addresses. Stay at the five-star Sina Villa Medici, and you are in the middle of it all.

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Fine Dining on Thailand's Largest Island | Phuket

GUIDE | By a Two Michelin Star Chef

Erik van Loo, legendary Two Michelin Star chef of restaurant Parkheuvel in Rotterdam shares his favourite restaurants worthwhile exploring in Phuket, Thailand.

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Glamour on the French Riviera | Cannes

GUIDE | By Two Hoteliers

With its long-stretched boulevard, majestic yacht harbour, and wealth of luxurious palace hotels, Cannes has long been a meeting spot for the rich and famous worldwide. Hoteliers and Bearleaders in Hospitality, Roberto Payer, and Yaron Liberman visit the city regularly and give you their best finds.

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Great Food on the Slopes | South Tyrol

GUIDE | By a Two Michelin Star Chef & a Jeweller

Discover the best restaurants and bars in South Tyrol - on and off piste. Two Michelin star chef Martin Kruithof visits Sella Ronda every year and shares his favourite spots around Selva / Wolkenstein with Jeweller Alon Ben Joseph, who found some hidden culinary gems hiding between the mountains.

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Where Michelin Star Chefs Eat & Drink | Bonaire

GUIDE | By two Michelin Star Chefs

Let Michelin Star chefs André Gerrits and Erik van Loo guide you through the best restaurants and bars in Bonaire.

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Discover the bustling city centre | Amsterdam

GUIDE | The Festive Season is here!

On the edge of the Dam Square lies the Anantara Grand Hotel Krasnapolsky: brimming with life yet relaxing and charming. The hotel is ready to accommodate you during the Festive Season, whether you book a stay or visit the hotel for exclusive brunches, lunches, dinners and drinks.

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The Best Hotels with Michelin-starred restaurants | Europe

EXPERIENCE | By The Bearleaders

From iconic 5-star city hotels to small luxury hotels in the countryside, these hotels match the quality and service of their restaurants, with spacious rooms, great spas, and unique experiences.

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A Two Michelin Star Chef's Getaway | Gran Canaria

GUIDE | By a Two Michelin Star Chef

Discover the best restaurants and bars, what to do, and where to stay on the island of Gran Canaria through the eyes of a Michelin-star chef.

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Where sun & shopping lovers go | Dubai

GUIDE | By the Bearleaders

From the best coffee to unique outdoor cooled terraces and fine dining, let Gastronomist Jorane Cuppen, Hotelier Heinz Strobl, Film Producer David Bijker, and Taiko chef Schilo van Coevorden guide you through the majestic city of Dubai.

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The Best 65 Restaurants For Every Occasion | Amsterdam

GUIDE | By The Bearleaders

Enjoy this list of the very best restaurants in Amsterdam for every occasion, selected by tastemakers such as artists, designers, and Michelin star chefs who visit or live there. From guilty pleasures to haute cuisine, from Mediterranean to Asian, Amsterdam has it all.

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The insider guide of the Bavarian Capital | Munich

GUIDE | Bayerischer Hof Munich

Enjoy the best of the world in and around the Bayerischer Hof in Munich through the eyes of The Bearleaders. Two Michelin star chef Anton Gschwendtner and chef de cuisine Philipp Pfisterer of Bayerischer Hof and fashion designers of Talbot Runhof, locals to Munich.

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Colourful Cuisine By The Water | Curaçao

GUIDE | By the Bearleaders

Discover the favourite restaurants, hip cocktail bars, and exciting activities of the Bearleaders. From local cuisine to world-class seafood, from classic beach resorts to hidden gems.

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Aperitivo In Seaside Tuscany | Forte Dei Marmi

GUIDE | By a Designer

Bearleader in Design, Stefan Scholten is sure to have the best recommendations in Forte dei Marmi. He lives in the area with his family in a renovated sixties villa and also works from his design studio for Italian clients like Paola Lenti, Moroso, and Cappellini. Live the life of Stefan Scholten and rent his recently renovated holiday home.

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The Bearleaders List | Ibiza

GUIDE | By The Bearleaders

Ibiza echoes various meanings for different people. Some associate the island with hedonism, others with bohemian serenity. But it is always an alluring getaway. These are the Bearleaders’ hand-picked gems and hotspots that highlight the eclectic culinary vibe of Ibiza.

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Eat & Drink | Rome and Fregene

GUIDE | By the Bearleaders

Find out the best-hidden restaurants where locals eat in Rome and the nearby beach city of Fregene with this food guide, from small boutique delicacy shops to high-end restaurants and beach clubs.

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A Cultural Tour | Paris

GUIDE | By the Bearleaders

Be inspired by the Bearleaders and visit their favourite places in Paris. Take benefit of their inside knowledge and let these tastemakers guide you to the best museums, churches, exhibitions, and parks in the Eiffel city.

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A Gourmet Trip To The Algarve | Portugal

GUIDE | By The Bearleaders

Discover world-class restaurants and bars on Portugal’s southern coast with The Bearleaders. Two Michelin Star Chef Erik van Loo and World Traveller Ferry Loeve, share their best finds.

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An Italian Hotelier's Favourite Spots on the Amalfi Coast | Italy

GUIDE | By a Hotelier

Bearleader in Hospitality, Italian born Gianluca Borgna, is a regular visitor of the Amalfi Coast. Whether you're seeking relaxation on pristine beaches, exploration of ancient ruins, or a taste of authentic Italian hospitality, this short list will provide you with his hidden gems.

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The List of Best Restaurants & Bars | New York

GUIDE | By The Bearleaders

Be guided by insider tips by Bearleader in Gastronomy, and Gastronomist Jorane Cuppen on the best New York Food, from fine dining to takeout pizza slices.

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Food & Drink spots | Mallorca

GUIDE | By the Bearleaders

Discover the best fine-dining restaurants and splash into the Spanish sunshine as the Bearleaders, well-traveled tastemakers, take us on a gastronomic adventure in Mallorca.

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The Best 20 Beach Clubs | The Netherlands

GUIDE | By the Bearleaders

From Noordwijk to Terschelling. Here, you can find the top 20 favourite beach clubs of well-travelled tastemakers such as designers, Michelin-starred chefs, designers, and artists.

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Where to Eat and What to do in Italy’s floating city | Venice

EXPERIENCE | By The Bearleaders

Venice is, without a doubt, the most romantic getaway destination in Europe. This city is built on more than 100 small islands in a lagoon in the Adriatic Sea and surprises with elegant Renaissance palazzi that rise out of the water. Find the best restaurants and bars.

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The Bearleaders Guide on where to eat, drink and what to do on Formentera | Spain

GUIDE | By an Artist

In this guide, you’ll find Micky Hoogendijk’s favourite restaurants, the most beautiful sights, and where to get a good massage. Micky has been coming here since 1971, so you can surely get the best tips!

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Scenic Polynesia | Moorea

EXPERIENCE | By a Bearleader in Design

Be guided by interior designer Rini Scherpenisse who visits Moorea regularly since his daughter Luna lives and works there.

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Gastronomic Experiences | Maastricht

GUIDE | By The Bearleaders

Explore all the fine dining treasures this Burgundian gem in the south of The Netherlands offers. The Bearleaders: share their top tips for restaurants and bars. This guide has something for everyone, from high-end restaurants to casual cafés on the Vrijthof.

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Where to Eat & Drink | London

EXPERIENCE | By the Bearleaders

London never stops to amaze with its variety, and on any given day you could enjoy a meal from pretty much anywhere on the globe, have an amazing cocktail, see a show or concert and visit an exhibition. Fortunately, you can be guided by the Bearleaders’ tips for London.

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The Bearleaders List to Copenhagen | Denmark

GUIDE | By a Gastronomist, a Photographer, and an Interior Architect

Frequent travellers, Gastronomist Jorane Cuppen, Interior Architect Judith van Mourik, and Photographer Nine Ijff are no strangers to the city and love to guide you to all the best restaurants, bars and things to do in Copenhagen.

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Relaxation & Indonesian Flavours | Bali

GUIDE | By a Gastronomist & a Designer

Welcome to the enchanting island paradise of Bali. Bearleader in Gastronomy Jorane Cuppen and Bearleader in Design Stefan Scholten guide you through the island and discover the best restaurants, bars, and places to stay on the tropical island of Bali in Indonesia. Read more…

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Alpine Heritage Meets Luxury Design | Lech

GUIDE | By Almhof Schneider*****S

In this guide, you’ll discover the best food and drink places in and around Hotel Almhof Schneider*****S in Lech Austria, as experienced by insiders. Discover the cultural and artistic side of this wonderful historic Alpine village. New this season: you can rent an beautifully restored house ‘Sonnenhof’ with 6 bedrooms and a sauna.

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A Guide to Caribbean Glamour | St. Barths

GUIDE | by a Hotelier

Be guided by Jorge Manzur to the exotic island of St. Barths. Jorge, a well-travelled five-star hotel manager, visited St. Barths as a humble cabin boy in the 80s and hasn’t been able to escape its grasp ever since.

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Italian Cuisine By the Mont Blanc | Courmayeur

GUIDE | By a Hotelier

Discover the best restaurants and bars in Courmayeur in Italy. This beautiful skiing paradise boasts a varied and compact network of slopes, all with magnificent views of Mont Blanc.

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Fine Dining By The Atlantic on the Canary Islands | Lanzarote

GUIDE | By Two Michelin Star Chefs

Discover the best restaurants and bars in Lanzarote as Michelin star chefs Servais Tielman (Beluga Loves You) and Egon van Hoof (MOS Amsterdam) share their favourite spots.

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Culinary Delights & Hip Bars | Antwerp

GUIDE | By the Bearleaders

On a hospitality and culinary level, Antwerp has so many things to offer, from high-end restaurants to cool bars and excellent lunch spots. Be inspired by tastemakers.

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Tel Aviv-Style Dining in the Dutch Capital | Amsterdam

EXPERIENCE | By a Jeweller

Bearleader Alon Ben Joseph loves Tel Aviv. So much so, that he tries to experience a little slice of it in his hometown of Amsterdam. He’s always on the lookout for restaurants, streetfood, and bars that bring the Tel Aviv spirit.

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A Sommeliers' Culinary Guide | South Africa

GUIDE | By a Sommelier

Be guided by an award-winning Sommelier and discover fine dining and wining in South Africa. From hip urban hotspots buzzing with life in Johannesburg and Cape Town to serene dining with stunning views of the Atlantic on the West Cape.

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Where Chefs Eat and Drink | Barcelona

EXPERIENCE | By Three Michelin Star Chefs

Where to eat when in Barcelona? These three Michelin Star Chefs are frequent travellers and give you some of their favourite restaurants, from the Ramblas to the Gothic Quarter.

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Lucchese wining & dining by an insider | Lucca

GUIDE | By a Hotelier

Discover the best restaurants, trattorias, and bars in Lucca in Italy. Well-traveled Italian Roberto Payer, the Luxury consultant for EMEA Hilton Hotels, who ran Waldorf Astoria in Amsterdam for many years, shows us around the town where he lives part-time.

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Experience True Italian Island Life | Capri

GUIDE | By a Head Concierge

Be guided by Marco Guiliano, head concierge of Grand Hotel Parker’s in Naples. As a hospitality insider, this connoisseur shows you how to experience Capri in the best way possible.

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Where To Sleep, Travel & What To Do | Sri Lanka

GUIDE | By a Film Producer & a Founder

Be guided by Bearleaders Shiran Gort-Jankie and David Bijker, and get their updated short list of where to sleep, eat, and what to do on Sri Lanka. They both travel regularly for work to this exotic island. They also support the children on Sri Lanka by sponsoring children’s homes.

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Where to Eat, Drink and What to Do | Geneva

GUIDE | By a Jeweller

Visit Geneva like an insider. Jeweller and watch enthusiast Alon Ben Joseph often travels to the Swiss capital for business and pleasure. Find out what his best finds are.

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A Food Guide to the Renaissance City | Florence

GUIDE | By The Bearleaders

Find out the best restaurants for fine dining in Florence through this guide by tastemakers like chefs, designers and gastronomists.

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Bohemian Flavours of Erez Rozen | Tel Aviv

GUIDE | By a Perfumer

Discover the favorite places and sources of inspiration for Erez Rozen, founder and creator of the artisanal perfumery brand Zielinski & Rozen. Born in Tel Aviv, the city constantly inspires Erez, his wife, and business partner Lea.

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Luxury Grocery Shopping | Amsterdam

GUIDE | Grocery shopping in Amsterdam

Sr. Hair Colourist and food lover Ferry Loeve, guides you to the best spots for luxury grocery shopping in Amsterdam. In this list you’ll find the top spots for fresh produce of good quality and luxurious local and import products.

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The Best Cultural Insider Tips in the White City | Tel Aviv

GUIDE | by a Hotelier

Famous for the architectural wonders of its ‘White City’, international atmosphere, and thriving nightlife, Tel Aviv is a true refuge for the world’s trendsetters. Be guided to this enchanting city by Hotelier and insider of Tel Aviv Yaron Liberman.

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Insider Restaurants & Bars | Rotterdam

GUIDE | By the Bearleaders

Erik van Loo, Rotterdam local and legendary Two Michelin Star chef Parkheuvel, Judith van Mourik, an interior architect both living in Rotterdam, and Gastronomist Jorane Cuppen, share their favourite dinner-, lunch, and bar spots.

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Capturing The Beauty of The Amazon | Suriname

EXPERIENCE | By a Photographer

As an avid wildlife photographer, Suriname born Humberto Tan shares his wildlife photography trip to Suriname. Humberto: “Just one hour flight from Paramaribo you will find the pure experience of the Amazon.” On June 21st his documentary ‘The Hunt for the Jaguar’ will be featured on Videoland.

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Swiss-Mediterranean Lakeside Luxury | Lugano

GUIDE | by the Bearleaders

Located on a beautiful lake, Lugano is the largest city in the Southern, Italian-speaking part of Switzerland. It has become a popular spot for tourists because of its combination of stunning nature, rich culture, and luxurious lifestyle. Streets are filled with museums, boutique stores with all the top brands, and lots of amazing restaurants.

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Picturesque Culinary Driving Tour | Cape Town

GUIDE | By an Interior Designer & a Sommelier

Hire a legendary Anglo-American sports car and embark on a journey to the best wine tastings and fine dining destinations that Cape Town and its surroundings have to offer. Let the Bearleaders - tastemakers like designers, artists, and chefs - guide you to the culinary riches of South Africa.

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A shortlist to culinary Stockholm | Sweden

GUIDE | By a Sr. Hair Colourist & a Gastronomist

Stockholm is known for being one of the most inclusive and welcoming cities in the world. The natural surroundings of the city offer a unique selection of art and culture. From niche galleries and art houses to a vibrant and sustainable gastronomy scene. Find out the best places to eat and drink in the beautiful Swedish capital.

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Fine Dining in the Wine Country | Bordeaux

EXPERIENCE | By two Michelin Star Chefs

Discover the favourite restaurants of Michelin star chefs Servais Tielman and Erik van Loo, including their pictures of the food. Rest assured you will have a top-notch experience worthy of this gastronomical area of France.

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A Connoisseur Guide To Haute Cuisine Paradise | San Sebastián

EXPERIENCE | By a Gastronomist

Let Bearleader in Gastronomy Jorane Cuppen guide you to the best San Sebastián restaurants.

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Persian Gulf experience | Abu Dhabi

EXPERIENCE | By a Film Producer

Visit the impressive Louvre Abu Dhabi complex, which is covered by a dome of metal stars, and consists of no fewer than 55 small buildings with a total of 23 different exhibition spaces.

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Where To Eat, Drink And Sleep | Zurich

EXPERIENCE | By a Jeweller

Experience Zurich through the eyes of Alon Ben Joseph. As a Jeweller, Alon regularly travels to Zürich, so you are sure to get the best tips on where to eat, sleep and drink like a real insider.

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Visit Champagne paradise | Épernay

EXPERIENCE | By a Bearleader in Food

Maison Perrier-Jouët is an iconic champagne house with an exceptional vineyard. Known for the finesse and elegant floral style of its wines, it is crafted by the expertise of only seven Cellar Masters since its foundation in 1811.

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Where to Eat, Drink and What to Do | Milan

EXPERIENCE | By the Bearleaders

Looking for unique and authentic recommendations in Milan? Check out this guide on where to eat, drink, and what to do, through the eyes of an interior designer, a film producer, and a hotelier.

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Relaxed Hotspots in the German Capital | Berlin

EXPERIENCE | By the Bearleaders

Discover the best restaurants and bars in Berlin recommended by the Bearleaders. This beautiful city offers cuisine as varied as its urban landscape.

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A Photographers Guide to the Big Five | Rwanda

EXPERIENCE | By a Photographer

Visit these wild gorillas only live in Rwanda, Uganda, and the Democratic Republic of Congo. Since it is quite a challenge to have this once-in-a-lifetime experience, Bearleader in Photography, Humberto Tan, shows you where to go and where to stay on your search for these illustrious creatures.

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