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Italy travel diary | 4 day Friend visit in Rome

23/07/2025 | Reageer

Hi everyone! Earlier this month, I went on a spontaneous trip to Rome with my dear friend Aline. We met back in 2022 during my second trip to Mexico — a deeply emotional journey that turned out to be one of the most transformative experiences of my life. Meeting Aline at such a meaningful moment instantly created a deep bond between us. Ever since, we’ve stayed incredibly close. Even though she’s originally from Brazil, I honestly see her more often than some of my friends in the Netherlands. We’ve reunited in Mexico twice this year, I visited her in Florianópolis, and now… in Rome.
Hi allemaal! Eerder deze maand ben ik last-minute met mijn vriendin Aline naar Rome geweest. Aline is iemand die ik in 2022 heb leren kennen tijdens mijn tweede reis naar Mexico — een van de meest emotionele, maar ook mooiste reizen van mijn leven. We ontmoetten elkaar daar op een moment van diepe transformatie, en dat zorgde meteen voor een bijzondere band. Sindsdien zijn we onafscheidelijk. Ondanks dat ze oorspronkelijk uit Brazilië komt, zie ik Aline soms zelfs vaker dan vriendinnen in Nederland. We zoeken elkaar overal op. In Mexico, in Florianópolis — haar thuis — en nu dus in Rome.

Day 1 – Amsterdam & Rome – 16-7-2025

This trip happened last-minute because Aline had to sort out some paperwork — she holds both Brazilian and Italian nationalities — and we turned it into the perfect excuse to catch up.

My journey started at Schiphol Airport. At the gate, they announced the flight was overbooked and might need volunteers for the next one — not what you want to hear before a trip. But I never give up hope. And it paid off: at the very last moment, one crew seat became available… in the cockpit! The flight turned out to be so much fun — the crew was lovely, and it already felt like the trip had begun before even landing.

Once in Rome, I took the train from the airport to the main station, and then hopped on the metro to meet Aline at our apartment near the Vatican. Our Airbnb was even more beautiful than in the photos — stylish, warm, and with that lovely local touch I adore. I honestly prefer it over a hotel; it feels like having your own little home in the city.

That first night was all about catching up, changing outfits, and of course — indulging in some good Italian food. We hadn’t seen each other in a while, so we kept it simple, went out for dinner, and made our plans for the next day.

Deze reis was een spontane beslissing. Aline moest plots iets regelen vanwege haar dubbele nationaliteit: ze is namelijk zowel Braziliaans als Italiaans. Dat werd hét excuus voor ons om weer even samen te zijn.

Mijn avontuur begon al op Schiphol. Eenmaal bij de gate werd omgeroepen dat de vlucht overboekt was en er mogelijk vrijwilligers gezocht zouden worden om later te vertrekken. Toch bleef ik positief. En jawel: op het allerlaatste moment kwam er één stoel vrij… in de cockpit! Het werd een supergezellige vlucht met de crew, en het voelde alsof het zo moest zijn.

Na de landing nam ik de trein vanaf de luchthaven naar het bekendste station van Rome, en stapte daarna over op de metro richting ons appartement bij het Vaticaan. Onze Airbnb was nóg mooier dan op de foto’s — stijlvol, sfeervol en met dat heerlijke lokale gevoel dat ik zo waardeer. Geen hotelvibe, maar echt even alsof je een eigen stekje in de stad hebt. Ik leef daarvan op.

Die eerste avond draaide vooral om bijkletsen, omkleden en eten natuurlijk. We hadden elkaar al een tijdje niet gezien, dus we besloten het rustig aan te doen, lekker uit eten te gaan en plannen te maken voor de volgende dag.

Day 2 – Rome & Vatican city- 17-7-2025

The next morning, we woke up early — this was going to be our active sightseeing day. After a few delays with public transport and some wrong turns, we finally arrived at the Colosseum around 9:30 a.m. It was already quite packed, and the lines were long. Aline had been inside before, and since it was my first time, I debated going in. But with the heat and crowds, I decided to admire it from the outside — and honestly, it still felt magical.

This was actually my fourth world wonder! I’ve now seen the Colosseum, Petra in Jordan, Christ the Redeemer in Rio, and Chichén Itzá in Mexico. I don’t take it for granted. I often pause to remind myself how lucky I am to be able to experience these places with my own eyes.

After that, we found the most perfect little spot for coffee — and by pure luck, a table with a direct view of the Colosseum had just become available. We ordered cappuccinos, which were delicious and surprisingly cheaper than back home, even in this touristy area. One of the many reasons I love Italy: the food and the coffee never disappoint. And yes, you can totally order a cappuccino after 11 a.m. — the whole “rule” is such a myth.

Later, we grabbed a quick bite nearby and kept wandering through the city. We saw some beautiful sights, including the Pantheon — which we both really loved. Occasionally we rented a scooter or a bike to escape the blazing heat. Because honestly… early July in Rome is intense. It’s hot, humid, and crowded. I’d definitely recommend visiting in spring or autumn instead.

By late afternoon, the heat got to us, so we went back to our Airbnb to cool down and change. That evening, we had dinner close by at a cozy little restaurant (sadly I forgot the name), where I had the most amazing gnocchi with fresh green pesto. So simple, so good.

Afterwards, we walked to Vatican City — which, fun fact, is actually its own country. So technically, that made it my 27th country. I’ll take it!

De volgende ochtend stonden we vroeg op, want dit zou de dag worden waarop we écht op pad gingen. Na wat OV-gedoe en een paar keer verkeerd lopen, kwamen we rond half tien aan bij het Colosseum. Het was toen al behoorlijk druk, met lange wachtrijen en overal toeristen. Aline was er al eens binnen geweest, en voor mij was het de eerste keer — maar ik besloot het deze keer bij een bezoek van buitenaf te laten. En eerlijk? Voor mij voelde het al voldoende zo.

Met het Colosseum heb ik nu mijn vierde wereldwonder afgevinkt — naast Petra in Jordanië, het Christusbeeld in Rio en natuurlijk Chichén Itzá in Mexico. Dat ik deze plekken met eigen ogen heb mogen zien, voelt als een enorme zegen. Soms sta ik er even bij stil hoe dankbaar ik ben dat ik dit soort reizen kan maken.

Na het Colosseum vonden we een prachtig plekje voor een cappuccino. En wat een geluk: precies op dat moment kwam een tafeltje vrij met uitzicht op het Colosseum. De cappuccino smaakte perfect, en tot mijn verbazing was hij nog goedkoper dan in Nederland — ondanks de toeristische locatie. Italië stelt nooit teleur als het gaat om eten en koffie. En voor wie zich afvraagt of je na 11 uur ’s ochtends nog cappuccino mag bestellen: ja hoor, dat is een fabeltje. 😉

Daarna hebben we nog snel een lichte lunch genomen in de buurt en zijn we verder de stad gaan verkennen. We hebben mooie plekken ontdekt, onder andere het Pantheon — wat echt indruk maakte. Soms huurden we een fiets of een elektrische step om de afstanden wat draaglijker te maken, want eerlijk is eerlijk: begin juli is Rome eigenlijk té heet en té druk. Ik raad echt aan om in de lente of herfst te gaan. Midden op de dag werden we zo duizelig van de hitte dat we besloten even terug te gaan naar ons appartement om om te kleden en af te koelen.

’s Avonds aten we vlakbij, bij een superlekker restaurantje (waarvan ik helaas de naam niet heb opgeschreven). Ik koos voor gnocchi met verse groene pesto — simpel maar zó lekker. Daarna wandelden we nog even richting het Vaticaan, wat officieel gezien een apart land is. En daarmee stond ik ineens in mijn 27ste land. Hoe bijzonder is dat?

Day 3 – Rome – 18-7-2025

We started the day by skipping the Trevi Fountain. We were both worn out — the Roman heat was intense, the walking endless, and for me, all those early work flights before this trip were catching up fast.

Aline had a bit of work to do, so we took the morning slow. Got ready in our lovely Prati apartment, caught up on life, and found a perfect little brunch spot.

Mae Slow Bruncers was just a few minutes away — and what a gem. The cappuccinos were so good we ordered two rounds, paired with eggs benedict and smoked salmon. Add great conversation and slow travel vibes, and you’ve got my version of happiness.

After lunch, I napped, Aline worked, and later we wandered out again without a plan. We found some viewpoints, had pistachio cake and another coffee on a rooftop terrace, and just let the day unfold.

And okay — this might sound spoiled, but it’s true: because we had postponed the Trevi plans and the heat was so extreme, we actually got… kind of bored in Rome. Beautiful as it is, we felt oddly limited. So my tip? For a first-timer’s trip, two nights might be enough — unless you have specific things you want to see or do.

I’m someone who sometimes wants to dive into everything and plan it all out. Other times, I just want to go slow, soak things in, and move at my own pace. This trip was definitely the slow kind — with lots of cappuccinos and conversations to match.

Deze dag begonnen we met een wijziging: de Trevifontein lieten we voor wat het was. We waren allebei gesloopt van de hitte en het vele lopen, en ik voelde ook dat mijn reeks vroege werkvluchten vóór deze trip me begon in te halen.

Aline moest tussendoor werken, dus we namen de ochtend rustig. We maakten ons op in ons fijne appartement in Prati, kletsten bij en gingen op zoek naar een leuke brunchplek.

En die vonden we: Mae Slow Brunchers— op loopafstand en een heerlijke verrassing. De cappuccino’s waren zó goed dat we er meteen twee bestelden. Samen met eggs benedict met zalm en het gezelschap van Aline was dit zo’n ochtend waarvan ik intens kan genieten. Lang brunchen in het buitenland is voor mij pure luxe.

’s Middags deden we kalm aan. Ik nam een dutje, Aline werkte nog wat, en daarna gingen we zonder plan op pad. We liepen wat rond, ontdekten mooie uitzichtpunten, belandden op een dakterras met pistachetaart en cappuccino.

En nu komt het misschien wat verwend over — maar geloof me: omdat we onze plannen voor de Trevifontein hadden verzet en het zó heet was, begonnen we ons zelfs een beetje te vervelen in Rome. We voelden ons gek genoeg een beetje beperkt door de stad. Ondanks hoe prachtig Rome is, zou ik het je aanraden voor een korter verblijf van zo’n twee nachten bij een eerste bezoek — afhankelijk van hoe je zelf graag reist.

Soms hou ik ervan om meteen in de actie te duiken en alles te plannen. Andere momenten verlang ik juist naar traag leven, rust en spontane momenten. En deze keer was het vooral dat laatste — met een heleboel cappuccino’s erbij.

Day 4 – Rome & Amsterdam- 18-7-2025

Our last day in Rome started early — really early. We woke up at 5 a.m. to beat the crowds at the Trevi Fountain. But here’s the thing: there are always crowds. We arrived at 6:30 a.m., and yep — at least 500 other people had the exact same idea. So no, it wasn’t peaceful. But still… the fountain itself? Breathtaking.

Honestly, one of the most beautiful man-made structures I’ve ever seen. The details, the energy, the history — it truly felt like magic.

After some creative photo attempts, we grabbed a pistachio croissant and cappuccinos just around the corner, and shared one of those deep, honest conversations you only have with someone who really gets you. It was our last morning together, and I just felt incredibly grateful for this friendship. This trip brought Aline and me even closer — and reminded me how important it is to stay loyal to the people with whom you share a rare, real connection.

We hopped on a scooter and a bike afterward, cruising through the still-quiet streets before heading back to the Airbnb to check out (sadly, at 10 a.m.). Then came the suitcase struggle — mine had broken — and we wandered around to find a place to store our bags.

That afternoon, I had a collaboration with Molly’s Garden, a super cute brunch spot in the heart of Rome. Highly recommend! I was drawn to it because of the Tulum-style sign — and funnily enough, Tulum is where Aline and I met. We were served one sweet and one savory dish each, plus a drink. Everything was delicious, the staff was lovely, and the vibe was fun and laid-back. It’s a new-ish place, but already really popular — definitely worth a visit.

We wandered a bit more, took some final photos… and then it was time to say goodbye. Aline was heading to Canada via Milan, and I made my way back to the airport for my flight to Amsterdam.

This time, the flight was smooth — I was given a seat right away. That’s the magic of IPB travel: you never know what you’re going to get, but somehow it often works out.

And to top it all off: my mom and sister surprised me at Schiphol to pick me up. No dragging myself home by train — just warmth and hugs waiting for me.

Onze laatste dag in Rome begon vroeg — héél vroeg. Om vijf uur ’s ochtends stonden we op met één doel: de Trevifontein zien vóór de mensenmassa’s. Spoiler: die mensenmassa’s zijn er eigenlijk altijd. We stonden er om half zeven, en geloof het of niet — er waren al zeker vijfhonderd mensen die precies hetzelfde plan hadden. Dus nee, het was allesbehalve rustig. Maar: de fontein zelf? Adembenemend.

Zonder twijfel een van de mooiste, door mensen gemaakte kunstwerken die ik ooit gezien heb. De sfeer, de architectuur, de geschiedenis… het voelde magisch, ondanks de drukte.

Na een paar creatieve fotomomenten deelden we om de hoek een pistachecroissant, cappuccino’s en — nog mooier — een diep, eerlijk gesprek. Want het was ook onze laatste dag samen. Ik ben zó dankbaar voor mijn vriendschap met Aline. Deze reis bracht ons weer dichter bij elkaar, en herinnerde me aan hoe belangrijk het is om trouw te blijven aan mensen met wie je een zeldzame connectie voelt.

Na het ontbijt pakten we nog de step en de fiets, reden door stille straatjes, en genoten van de vroege ochtendrust. We moesten nog terug naar de Airbnb voor de uitcheck (helaas al om 10.00 uur), en daarna zochten we een plek om onze koffers te stallen. Mijn koffer was ook nog eens stuk — natuurlijk — dus dat werd een avontuur op zich.

’s Middags had ik een samenwerking met Molly’s Garden, een gezellige, hippe brunchplek in het centrum van Rome. Een aanrader! Ze hebben een herkenbare Tulum-vibe, wat me direct opviel — en juist daar leerden Aline en ik elkaar kennen. We kregen allebei een hartig én zoet gerecht en een drankje. De sfeer was top, het personeel supervriendelijk, en de plek is al razend populair. Zeker even langsgaan als je in Rome bent!

Daarna maakten we nog wat laatste foto’s, wandelden door de stad… en toen was het tijd om afscheid te nemen. Aline reisde via Milaan naar Canada, en ik pakte de trein naar het vliegveld voor mijn vlucht naar Amsterdam.

De vlucht was dit keer soepel — ik kreeg meteen een plek toegewezen, en dat is altijd weer het verrassingselement van IPB-reizen: je weet nooit wat je krijgt, maar vaak pakt het magisch uit. En als kers op de taart stonden mijn moeder en zus me op te wachten op Schiphol — een superlieve verrassing.

And just like that, my Roman adventure came to an end. I hope these tips and stories inspired you — and maybe even sparked your own Italian dream.

See you soon ♡

En zo eindigde deze bijzondere reis naar Rome. Ik hoop dat jullie iets gehad hebben aan mijn tips en verhalen — en wie weet inspireert het je voor je eigen Italiaanse avontuur.

Tot snel ♡

Rome travel hacks – summary

🖤 Flying IPB? Stay flexible. Anything can happen — but often turns out magical (like my cockpit seat!).
🖤 Stay in Prati. Chic, local, and calm — but still central.
🖤 Choose a stylish Airbnb over a hotel. More personality and that homey feel.
🖤 Avoid visiting in July. Too hot, too crowded. Go in spring or fall instead.
🖤 Trevi Fountain? Get there early (we arrived at 6:30 a.m.) but expect crowds anyway. Still stunning.
🖤 Brunch favorites:
  – Mae Slow Coffee: Best cappuccinos in Rome.
  – Molly’s Garden: Tulum vibes, tasty food, cozy atmosphere.
🖤 Plan luggage storage. Early checkout + broken suitcase = not fun.
🖤 Keep your stay short. 2 nights is ideal for a first-time visit.
🖤 Leave space to flow. Some days are for structure, others for slow mornings. Both are okay.

 Rome tips & hacks – samenvatting

🖤 Vlieg je IPB? Blijf flexibel. Tot het laatste moment kan alles veranderen — maar het pakt vaak magisch uit (zoals mijn cockpitseat).
🖤 Verblijf in Prati. Stijlvol, rustig en lokaal. Minder chaos, toch alles dichtbij.
🖤 Kies een mooie Airbnb i.p.v. hotel. Meer sfeer, een eigen plek, en dat lokale gevoel.
🖤 Vermijd juli. Veel te heet en druk. Ga liever in de lente of herfst.
🖤 Trevi Fountain? Ga héél vroeg (wij waren er om 06:30), maar verwacht alsnog drukte. Toch magisch.
🖤 Lekker brunchen?
  – Mae Slow Coffee: Beste cappuccino’s van Rome.
  – Molly’s Garden: Tulum-vibes, heerlijk eten, fijne sfeer.
🖤 Plan je kofferstalling. Uitcheck om 10:00 + kapotte koffer = stress. Voorkom het.
🖤 Bezoek Rome kort. 2 nachten is perfect voor een eerste bezoek.
🖤 Laat ruimte voor spontaniteit. Soms plannen, soms slow travel. Alles mag.

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This year has taught me once again how incredibly much inner strength I have, that I can only be bent, not broken.

I hope my story, and the stories I have shared with the world and media over the years, will keep inspiring people to stand in their own authenticity and follow their dreams. You are stronger than you think. 

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This year has taught me once again how incredibly much inner strength I have, that I can only be bent, not broken.

I hope my story, and the stories I have shared with the world and media over the years, will keep inspiring people to stand in their own authenticity and follow their dreams. You are stronger than you think. 

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After a challenging period last year, that I won’t share the details of openly - I got back on track again since the end of last year ✈️ I am very proud of myself for finding my spark and power back again after overcoming things I never thought would happen to me, things you would only see in movies, stories I could genuinely write a book about. 

This year has taught me once again how incredibly much inner strength I have, that I can only be bent, not broken.

I hope my story, and the stories I have shared with the world and media over the years, will keep inspiring people to stand in their own authenticity and follow their dreams. You are stronger than you think. 

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After a challenging period last year, that I won’t share the details of openly - I got back on track again since the end of last year ✈️ I am very proud of myself for finding my spark and power back again after overcoming things I never thought would happen to me, things you would only see in movies, stories I could genuinely write a book about. 

This year has taught me once again how incredibly much inner strength I have, that I can only be bent, not broken.

I hope my story, and the stories I have shared with the world and media over the years, will keep inspiring people to stand in their own authenticity and follow their dreams. You are stronger than you think. 

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#aviation #flightattendantlife #crew #airline #airlinecrew #stewardess #travelblogger #missworld #pageantry  #transavia #transaviacrew
After a challenging period last year, that I won’t share the details of openly - I got back on track again since the end of last year ✈️ I am very proud of myself for finding my spark and power back again after overcoming things I never thought would happen to me, things you would only see in movies, stories I could genuinely write a book about. 

This year has taught me once again how incredibly much inner strength I have, that I can only be bent, not broken.

I hope my story, and the stories I have shared with the world and media over the years, will keep inspiring people to stand in their own authenticity and follow their dreams. You are stronger than you think. 

Some pictures of happy moments since I am back in the sky again (the first pic is older though)
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#aviation #flightattendantlife #crew #airline #airlinecrew #stewardess #travelblogger #missworld #pageantry  #transavia #transaviacrew
After a challenging period last year, that I won’t share the details of openly - I got back on track again since the end of last year ✈️ I am very proud of myself for finding my spark and power back again after overcoming things I never thought would happen to me, things you would only see in movies, stories I could genuinely write a book about. 

This year has taught me once again how incredibly much inner strength I have, that I can only be bent, not broken.

I hope my story, and the stories I have shared with the world and media over the years, will keep inspiring people to stand in their own authenticity and follow their dreams. You are stronger than you think. 

Some pictures of happy moments since I am back in the sky again (the first pic is older though)
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#aviation #flightattendantlife #crew #airline #airlinecrew #stewardess #travelblogger #missworld #pageantry  #transavia #transaviacrew
After a challenging period last year, that I won’t share the details of openly - I got back on track again since the end of last year ✈️ I am very proud of myself for finding my spark and power back again after overcoming things I never thought would happen to me, things you would only see in movies, stories I could genuinely write a book about. 

This year has taught me once again how incredibly much inner strength I have, that I can only be bent, not broken.

I hope my story, and the stories I have shared with the world and media over the years, will keep inspiring people to stand in their own authenticity and follow their dreams. You are stronger than you think. 

Some pictures of happy moments since I am back in the sky again (the first pic is older though)
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#aviation #flightattendantlife #crew #airline #airlinecrew #stewardess #travelblogger #missworld #pageantry  #transavia #transaviacrew
After a challenging period last year, that I won’t share the details of openly - I got back on track again since the end of last year ✈️ I am very proud of myself for finding my spark and power back again after overcoming things I never thought would happen to me, things you would only see in movies, stories I could genuinely write a book about. 

This year has taught me once again how incredibly much inner strength I have, that I can only be bent, not broken.

I hope my story, and the stories I have shared with the world and media over the years, will keep inspiring people to stand in their own authenticity and follow their dreams. You are stronger than you think. 

Some pictures of happy moments since I am back in the sky again (the first pic is older though)
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#aviation #flightattendantlife #crew #airline #airlinecrew #stewardess #travelblogger #missworld #pageantry  #transavia #transaviacrew
After a challenging period last year, that I won’t share the details of openly - I got back on track again since the end of last year ✈️ I am very proud of myself for finding my spark and power back again after overcoming things I never thought would happen to me, things you would only see in movies, stories I could genuinely write a book about. 

This year has taught me once again how incredibly much inner strength I have, that I can only be bent, not broken.

I hope my story, and the stories I have shared with the world and media over the years, will keep inspiring people to stand in their own authenticity and follow their dreams. You are stronger than you think. 

Some pictures of happy moments since I am back in the sky again (the first pic is older though)
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#aviation #flightattendantlife #crew #airline #airlinecrew #stewardess #travelblogger #missworld #pageantry  #transavia #transaviacrew
After a challenging period last year, that I won’t share the details of openly - I got back on track again since the end of last year ✈️ I am very proud of myself for finding my spark and power back again after overcoming things I never thought would happen to me, things you would only see in movies, stories I could genuinely write a book about. 

This year has taught me once again how incredibly much inner strength I have, that I can only be bent, not broken.

I hope my story, and the stories I have shared with the world and media over the years, will keep inspiring people to stand in their own authenticity and follow their dreams. You are stronger than you think. 

Some pictures of happy moments since I am back in the sky again (the first pic is older though)
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#aviation #flightattendantlife #crew #airline #airlinecrew #stewardess #travelblogger #missworld #pageantry  #transavia #transaviacrew
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After a challenging period last year, that I won’t share the details of openly - I got back on track again since the end of last year ✈️ I am very proud of myself for finding my spark and power back again after overcoming things I never thought would happen to me, things you would only see in movies, stories I could genuinely write a book about. This year has taught me once again how incredibly much inner strength I have, that I can only be bent, not broken. I hope my story, and the stories I have shared with the world and media over the years, will keep inspiring people to stand in their own authenticity and follow their dreams. You are stronger than you think. Some pictures of happy moments since I am back in the sky again (the first pic is older though) . . . . #aviation #flightattendantlife #crew #airline #airlinecrew #stewardess #travelblogger #missworld #pageantry #transavia #transaviacrew
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I’m turning 29 soon, and I’m not scared to admit the things we’re often told to hide.
Not everything in my life looks like a highlight. Not everything feels “on track.”
At this age, I thought I’d be married. With a dream job. A home. Maybe even a baby on the way. 

But life had other plans and I embrace my life for what it is, without shame for who I am. 

✨ I’m still chasing my dreams — even when they feel far.
🌍 I hope to grow my career online so I can live and work freely.
💔 I wonder if real love still exists in this generation, or if we’re all just scared. I believe love is real from myself to a man.
💸 I’d rather make nothing than sell my body for attention and some easy money.
📉 My weight keeps fluctuating, no matter how healthy I try to live.
🏡 I still live with my parents — and I never thought I’d say that at 28. 
☕ I drink too much coffee. I overthink. I overfeel.
But I also hope. I try. I create.

And I’m learning:
You don’t have to be “on time” to be whole.
You don’t have to be perfect to be powerful.
You don’t have to have it all figured out to be proud of how far you’ve come.

So no, I’m not scared of turning 29.
I’m scared of pretending I’m someone I’m not.

This is my version. This is real.
And maybe that’s exactly what someone out there needed to hear today.

The power of vulnerability and never ashamed of who I am. There is nothing I hide of myself.

#ThisIsMe #28AndNotScaredToAdmit #PowerInTruth #SoftButStrong .
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I’m turning 29 soon, and I’m not scared to admit the things we’re often told to hide. Not everything in my life looks like a highlight. Not everything feels “on track.” At this age, I thought I’d be married. With a dream job. A home. Maybe even a baby on the way. But life had other plans and I embrace my life for what it is, without shame for who I am. ✨ I’m still chasing my dreams — even when they feel far. 🌍 I hope to grow my career online so I can live and work freely. 💔 I wonder if real love still exists in this generation, or if we’re all just scared. I believe love is real from myself to a man. 💸 I’d rather make nothing than sell my body for attention and some easy money. 📉 My weight keeps fluctuating, no matter how healthy I try to live. 🏡 I still live with my parents — and I never thought I’d say that at 28. ☕ I drink too much coffee. I overthink. I overfeel. But I also hope. I try. I create. And I’m learning: You don’t have to be “on time” to be whole. You don’t have to be perfect to be powerful. You don’t have to have it all figured out to be proud of how far you’ve come. So no, I’m not scared of turning 29. I’m scared of pretending I’m someone I’m not. This is my version. This is real. And maybe that’s exactly what someone out there needed to hear today. The power of vulnerability and never ashamed of who I am. There is nothing I hide of myself. #ThisIsMe #28AndNotScaredToAdmit #PowerInTruth #SoftButStrong . . #elegant #mexico #cenote #tulumpueblo #beautypageant #femaletravel #solofemaletravel #missgrandnetherlands #missgrandinternational #missgrand #sisterhood #tulummiamor #tulum #tulummodel #model #vulnerability
1 week ago
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A casual walk through 80 AD 🇮🇹🏛️

My Roman empire is the real one 🏛️ Share this with somebody you want to visit Rome with. The colosseum in Rome is one of the 7 wonders of the world. I feel blessed to call this my fourth out of seven. 

🌿 Did you know? The Colosseum could hold over 50,000 spectators, and its massive retractable awning system called the velarium, was operated by Roman sailors to protect the audience from the sun. Even back then… they knew how to do luxury in style. 🏛️☀️ 

#rome #romanempire #worldwonder #7wonders #colloseum #europetrip #italytravel #femaletraveller #girltrip .
#stewardess #flightattendant #cabinattendant #modeblog #fashionblogger #modeblogger #fashionblogger_nl #elegant #beautypageant #airhostess #puravida #colloseum #rome #rometravel #solotraveler #solotravel #solofemaletraveler #girlstravellife
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A casual walk through 80 AD 🇮🇹🏛️ My Roman empire is the real one 🏛️ Share this with somebody you want to visit Rome with. The colosseum in Rome is one of the 7 wonders of the world. I feel blessed to call this my fourth out of seven. 🌿 Did you know? The Colosseum could hold over 50,000 spectators, and its massive retractable awning system called the velarium, was operated by Roman sailors to protect the audience from the sun. Even back then… they knew how to do luxury in style. 🏛️☀️ #rome #romanempire #worldwonder #7wonders #colloseum #europetrip #italytravel #femaletraveller #girltrip . #stewardess #flightattendant #cabinattendant #modeblog #fashionblogger #modeblogger #fashionblogger_nl #elegant #beautypageant #airhostess #puravida #colloseum #rome #rometravel #solotraveler #solotravel #solofemaletraveler #girlstravellife
2 weken ago
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4/9
Come with me on a day in Rome - Italy 🇮🇹🏛️ Together with my friend @allineboff - One day vlog in one minute ⛲️ We really enjoyed our brunch at 📍@mollysgarden_roma thank you for the invitation ☕️

This was a last minute trip with Aline - as we did not plan this trip a very long time ago. As Rome is only a two hour flight for me compared to the normal 12-20 hours it takes for us to meet up, I decided to take the opportunity to visit her ✈️

Do you dream of going to Rome or have you been there? Let me know in the comments ✨ 
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Come with me on a day in Rome - Italy 🇮🇹🏛️ Together with my friend @allineboff - One day vlog in one minute ⛲️ We really enjoyed our brunch at 📍@mollysgarden_roma thank you for the invitation ☕️ This was a last minute trip with Aline - as we did not plan this trip a very long time ago. As Rome is only a two hour flight for me compared to the normal 12-20 hours it takes for us to meet up, I decided to take the opportunity to visit her ✈️ Do you dream of going to Rome or have you been there? Let me know in the comments ✨ . . . . #travelvlog #italyvlog #italyreel #italytravel #europetrip #europetravel #italia #rometrip #romereel #romevlog #travel #traveller #travelblogger #stewardess #flightattendant #cabinattendant #modeblog #fashionblogger #modeblogger #elegant #airhostess #colloseum #rome #rometravel l #girlstravellife
2 weken ago
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One of the most beautiful man made structures I have ever seen ⛲️🇮🇹🏛️ Woke up at 5 am to see it, 500 people thought the same. #rome #italytravel
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One of the most beautiful man made structures I have ever seen ⛲️🇮🇹🏛️ Woke up at 5 am to see it, 500 people thought the same. #rome #italytravel
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One of the most beautiful man made structures I have ever seen ⛲️🇮🇹🏛️ Woke up at 5 am to see it, 500 people thought the same. #rome #italytravel . . . . . . #stewardess #flightattendant #cabinattendant #modeblog #fashionblogger #modeblogger #fashionblogger_nl #elegant #beautypageant #airhostess #puravida #colloseum #rome #rometravel #solotraveler #solotravel #solofemaletraveler #girlstravellife
One of the most beautiful man made structures I have ever seen ⛲️🇮🇹🏛️ Woke up at 5 am to see it, 500 people thought the same. #rome #italytravel . . . . . . #stewardess #flightattendant #cabinattendant #modeblog #fashionblogger #modeblogger #fashionblogger_nl #elegant #beautypageant #airhostess #puravida #colloseum #rome #rometravel #solotraveler #solotravel #solofemaletraveler #girlstravellife
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One of the most beautiful man made structures I have ever seen ⛲️🇮🇹🏛️ Woke up at 5 am to see it, 500 people thought the same. #rome #italytravel . . . . . . #stewardess #flightattendant #cabinattendant #modeblog #fashionblogger #modeblogger #fashionblogger_nl #elegant #beautypageant #airhostess #puravida #colloseum #rome #rometravel #solotraveler #solotravel #solofemaletraveler #girlstravellife
2 weken ago
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A coffee a day keeps my moods away 🇮🇹🏛️☕️ #rome
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A coffee a day keeps my moods away 🇮🇹🏛️☕️ #rome
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A coffee a day keeps my moods away 🇮🇹🏛️☕️ #rome . . . . . . #stewardess #flightattendant #tulum #tulumpueblo #cabinattendant #modeblog #fashionblogger #modeblogger #fashionblogger_nl #elegant #beautypageant #airhostess #mexico #rome #roma #italy #europetrip #europeansummer #italiansummer #italytrip #solotraveler #solotravel #solofemaletraveler #girlstravellife
2 weken ago
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First time visiting the capital of Italy 🇮🇹 The architecture is beautiful. And I feel very blessed to have an opportunity again to meet with one of my closest friends in the world @allineboff - distance says nothing about the strength of a bond 🏛️

Dress: @divacatwalk 

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First time visiting the capital of Italy 🇮🇹 The architecture is beautiful. And I feel very blessed to have an opportunity again to meet with one of my closest friends in the world @allineboff - distance says nothing about the strength of a bond 🏛️ Dress: @divacatwalk . . . . #stewardess #flightattendant #cabinattendant #modeblog #fashionblogger #modeblogger #fashionblogger_nl #elegant #beautypageant #airhostess #rome #romefashion #solotraveler #solotravel #solofemaletraveler #girlstravellife
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First time visiting the capital of Italy 🇮🇹 The architecture is beautiful. And I feel very blessed to have an opportunity again to meet with one of my closest friends in the world @allineboff - distance says nothing about the strength of a bond 🏛️ Dress: @divacatwalk . . . . #stewardess #flightattendant #cabinattendant #modeblog #fashionblogger #modeblogger #fashionblogger_nl #elegant #beautypageant #airhostess #rome #romefashion #solotraveler #solotravel #solofemaletraveler #girlstravellife
2 weken ago
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Reminding myself that Rome was also not build in one day 🏛️ - World wonder 4/7 ☑️🌎 #rome #travelblogger
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Reminding myself that Rome was also not build in one day 🏛️ - World wonder 4/7 ☑️🌎 #rome #travelblogger
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Reminding myself that Rome was also not build in one day 🏛️ - World wonder 4/7 ☑️🌎 #rome #travelblogger . . . . . #stewardess #flightattendant #cabinattendant #modeblog #fashionblogger #modeblogger #fashionblogger_nl #elegant #beautypageant #airhostess #puravida #colloseum #rome #rometravel #solotraveler #solotravel #solofemaletraveler #girlstravellife
Reminding myself that Rome was also not build in one day 🏛️ - World wonder 4/7 ☑️🌎 #rome #travelblogger . . . . . #stewardess #flightattendant #cabinattendant #modeblog #fashionblogger #modeblogger #fashionblogger_nl #elegant #beautypageant #airhostess #puravida #colloseum #rome #rometravel #solotraveler #solotravel #solofemaletraveler #girlstravellife
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Reminding myself that Rome was also not build in one day 🏛️ - World wonder 4/7 ☑️🌎 #rome #travelblogger . . . . . #stewardess #flightattendant #cabinattendant #modeblog #fashionblogger #modeblogger #fashionblogger_nl #elegant #beautypageant #airhostess #puravida #colloseum #rome #rometravel #solotraveler #solotravel #solofemaletraveler #girlstravellife
2 weken ago
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5 years of blogging mini video 2015-2020

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