Capri & Ischia

This summer I visited Capri and Ischia, the Italian islands before the coast of Naples. I have been to both islands before. They are similar but also very different! While Capri is mainly car-free, very picturesque, chic and home to the rich and famous, Ischia is bigger, less expensive and has a more diverse landscape.

In Ischia there a several towns: Ischia Ponte, Ischia Porto, Lacco Ameno, Casamicciola, Forio, Serrara Fontana, Barano and Sant'Angelo. I absolutely love arriving in the natural harbour of Ischia Porto! Having lunch or dinner on the "Riva Destra", watching the sailboats and (sometimes very impressive) yachts is simply amazing! The same goes for the view from the Aragonese Castle... it takes your breath away. 

Another gem is Sant'Angelo. This car-free town is nicknamed "Little Capri". And I can totally see why. It has the same vibe as Capri, with beautiful people, fancy restaurants and cute little shops (well maybe not Chanel and Gucci). Il Pellicano and Le Signorine Sant'Angelo are a few of my favorites. For cocktails and appetizers head over to Il Pirata, for dinner go to restaurant Dal Pescatore!

In Lacco Ameno you'll find the luxurious hotel Albergo Della Regina Isabella. The view from the dining room, overlooking the pool and the sea is spectacular! The food and the service are also exquisite. While I was there, the Ischia Jazz festival took place... lucky me. I will definitely go back to Ischia and Capri one day!
Ps. Next on my wishlist is the Mezzatorre Hotel in Forio.

Want to know more about Capri?
Please check out one of my previous blogs:
Favorite Holiday Destinations... Capri 
In Love with Capri

Summer is here

Summer is finally here! I love the colors, flowers and scent of summer. It feels like I'm being reborn. It has been a really busy winter and spring... with lots of work and unfortunately little time to dedicate to my blog. But sometimes you just gotta do what you gotta do (to pay the bills and for a better future.)

Photos taken in The Hague and Lisbon.

Want to see more summer inspiration? Check out one of my previous blogs:
Buon Ferragosto 2022 

Stay chic in the heat 

Kingsday 2025

 

Happy Birthday King Willem-Alexander! Today we celebrate the King's birthday in The Netherlands. I wish you all a wonderful day, with lots of sun and "tompouces" (a Dutch version of Mille-feuilles).

Shown here:
Avalanche roses by florist Au Petit Pont
Orange pastries by Jarreau Patisserie
Orange chocolate by Jarreau Patisserie
Aperol Spritz in Lisbon, Portugal

Happy Easter!

Happy Easter to all my friends and followers! I wish you all a wonderful time with family and friends. In Italy they say: "Natale con i tuoi, Pasqua con chi vuoi"... Christmas with your parents (family) and Easter with whoever you want! On top of good company, I wish you sunny weather and lots of chocolate Easter eggs. And for the world I wish Peace....

Spring pastries by Jarreau Patisserie.

Easter Home Decor at De Bosrand

Easter is only three weeks away, so it's the right time to start decorating the house. I love Easter home decor, it's so cute! After a long winter, I always long for fresh flowers, bright colors and cute baby animals. Garden center De Bosrand in Wassenaar is my absolute favorite for Easter decoration. Their spring bouquets, centrepieces, wreaths and Easter decorations are the best! See for yourself at:

De Bosrand
Rijksstraatweg 361B
2245 AB Wassenaar
The Netherlands
De Bosrand Wassenaar

For more Easter inspiration, please continue here:

Easter photo diary
Easter table inspiration
Easter vintage pop-up sale