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Mexico travel diary (extra long) | One month back to Tulum part 1

24/01/2026 | Reageer

Hi everyone! Welcome to a new travel diary ✨This was already my 9th time in Mexico, and honestly… it’s starting to feel like coming home. My days here have slowly become more like “daily life,” which makes this place even more special to me. [Lees meer…]

Categorie: Mexico, Middle & South-America, Solo Travel, Travel Tags: collabs, mexico, playa del carmen, tulum solo trip

Mexico travel diary | 5th (Partial) Solo trip to Tulum & Playa del Carmen – part 1

09/06/2024 | Reageer

At the end of April, I traveled to Mexico for the fifth time in two years. Yes, you read that right—five times! Mexico has become my ultimate destination, the place I constantly want to return to. The combination of fantastic hospitality, the internationally beloved cuisine (also my favorite!), stunning oceans, lively parties, expats, solo travelers, and the many friends I’ve made here, makes this country incredibly special to me. In Mexico, you can find everything: from the most delicious tacos and margaritas to breathtaking views and a vibrant atmosphere that you won’t find anywhere else. Each trip to Mexico is different and brings new adventures and collaborations. That’s why I keep a diary of every trip to share all these experiences and new tips with you. [Lees meer…]

Categorie: Mexico, Middle & South-America, Solo Travel, Travel Tags: mexico, playa del carmen, solo travel, solo trip, tulum

Mexico travel diary (Extra long) | Friend reunion in Tulum & Playa del Carmen – part 1

27/02/2024 | Reageer

Hi everyone! Welcome back to another travel diary. I’ve been catching up a lot with my blogging because I didn’t want to be too far behind with my travels and uploads. In this travel post, I am going to share all my experiences from last trip. I would like to say that this trip was the best of all 4 trips to Mexico. That’s why I can’t wait to share my tips and experiences with you. Mexico has become my favorite travel destination after visiting 20 countries. What used to be Japan is now Mexico – and years ago I really didn’t expect that I could love a country almost more than Japan. Mexico is an amazing country for solo travel, delicious food, beautiful nature, meeting international people, working remote and a rich culture. No day of my trip is the same! When I first came to Mexico in May 2022 without expectations, I did not expect that I would be there at least 4 times in just over 1.5 years! Are you reading this story along? First of all, I would like to say that due to personal reasons, I have kept certain things personal and have not written them in my travel diary. Some memories are only for the heart, too personal or too emotional to share online with the world  ♥ [Lees meer…]

Categorie: Mexico, Middle & South-America, Travel Tags: mexico, mexico travel, playa del carmen, tulum

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POV: You spent your 20s in beauty competitions.

People see the gowns, the crowns, the photos and the stage.

What they don’t see are the early mornings, the self-doubt, the courage it takes to keep showing up, and the growth that happens long after the spotlight fades.

My twenties taught me that beauty competitions were never really about beauty.

They were about finding my voice.
About learning confidence.
About standing on a stage when I was terrified.
About representing causes I care about.
About inspiring others to embrace who they are.

I had the honor of competing in:

✨ Miss World
✨ Miss Universe
✨ Miss Grand International
✨ Miss Cosmo
✨ Miss International (selected to represent the Netherlands internationally, later cancelled due to COVID)

The titles were never the biggest reward.

The friendships, lessons, resilience, opportunities, and the woman I became along the way will always mean more than any crown ever could.

To the younger version of me who dreamed of standing on those stages: we did it. 💫

#PersonalGrowth
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POV: You spent your 20s in beauty competitions. People see the gowns, the crowns, the photos and the stage. What they don’t see are the early mornings, the self-doubt, the courage it takes to keep showing up, and the growth that happens long after the spotlight fades. My twenties taught me that beauty competitions were never really about beauty. They were about finding my voice. About learning confidence. About standing on a stage when I was terrified. About representing causes I care about. About inspiring others to embrace who they are. I had the honor of competing in: ✨ Miss World ✨ Miss Universe ✨ Miss Grand International ✨ Miss Cosmo ✨ Miss International (selected to represent the Netherlands internationally, later cancelled due to COVID) The titles were never the biggest reward. The friendships, lessons, resilience, opportunities, and the woman I became along the way will always mean more than any crown ever could. To the younger version of me who dreamed of standing on those stages: we did it. 💫 #PersonalGrowth #ConfidenceJourney #WomenWhoInspire #DreamBig #EmbraceAuthenticity
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Throwback to Marrakech 3 years ago - a special invitation 🌅 Never posted a lot of pictures of this destination on my feed - but swipe to see this cinematic picture diary 🎞️

#marrakech #morroco #nobu #nobumarrakech #influencertrip
Throwback to Marrakech 3 years ago - a special invitation 🌅 Never posted a lot of pictures of this destination on my feed - but swipe to see this cinematic picture diary 🎞️

#marrakech #morroco #nobu #nobumarrakech #influencertrip
Throwback to Marrakech 3 years ago - a special invitation 🌅 Never posted a lot of pictures of this destination on my feed - but swipe to see this cinematic picture diary 🎞️

#marrakech #morroco #nobu #nobumarrakech #influencertrip
Throwback to Marrakech 3 years ago - a special invitation 🌅 Never posted a lot of pictures of this destination on my feed - but swipe to see this cinematic picture diary 🎞️

#marrakech #morroco #nobu #nobumarrakech #influencertrip
Throwback to Marrakech 3 years ago - a special invitation 🌅 Never posted a lot of pictures of this destination on my feed - but swipe to see this cinematic picture diary 🎞️

#marrakech #morroco #nobu #nobumarrakech #influencertrip
Throwback to Marrakech 3 years ago - a special invitation 🌅 Never posted a lot of pictures of this destination on my feed - but swipe to see this cinematic picture diary 🎞️

#marrakech #morroco #nobu #nobumarrakech #influencertrip
Throwback to Marrakech 3 years ago - a special invitation 🌅 Never posted a lot of pictures of this destination on my feed - but swipe to see this cinematic picture diary 🎞️

#marrakech #morroco #nobu #nobumarrakech #influencertrip
Throwback to Marrakech 3 years ago - a special invitation 🌅 Never posted a lot of pictures of this destination on my feed - but swipe to see this cinematic picture diary 🎞️

#marrakech #morroco #nobu #nobumarrakech #influencertrip
Throwback to Marrakech 3 years ago - a special invitation 🌅 Never posted a lot of pictures of this destination on my feed - but swipe to see this cinematic picture diary 🎞️

#marrakech #morroco #nobu #nobumarrakech #influencertrip
Throwback to Marrakech 3 years ago - a special invitation 🌅 Never posted a lot of pictures of this destination on my feed - but swipe to see this cinematic picture diary 🎞️

#marrakech #morroco #nobu #nobumarrakech #influencertrip
Throwback to Marrakech 3 years ago - a special invitation 🌅 Never posted a lot of pictures of this destination on my feed - but swipe to see this cinematic picture diary 🎞️

#marrakech #morroco #nobu #nobumarrakech #influencertrip
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Throwback to Marrakech 3 years ago - a special invitation 🌅 Never posted a lot of pictures of this destination on my feed - but swipe to see this cinematic picture diary 🎞️ #marrakech #morroco #nobu #nobumarrakech #influencertrip
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Gone (solo) travelling 😜

One day they’ll look for the version of you that was always there.

The version they took for granted.

And by then, you’ll be gone.

What’s the hardest lesson something taught you without meaning to?

Beautiful villa @villa_hunab_ku 🌴

#selfworth #tulum #growthmindset #feminineenergy #solotravelgirl
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Gone (solo) travelling 😜 One day they’ll look for the version of you that was always there. The version they took for granted. And by then, you’ll be gone. What’s the hardest lesson something taught you without meaning to? Beautiful villa @villa_hunab_ku 🌴 #selfworth #tulum #growthmindset #feminineenergy #solotravelgirl
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One day I realized:

I wasn’t afraid of being and travelling alone.

I was afraid of losing my life while waiting for someone else.

So I booked the flight. ✈️

What’s something you’ve been waiting for?

#Solotravel #travelblogger #solofemaletravel #travelsolo #selfgrowth
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One day I realized: I wasn’t afraid of being and travelling alone. I was afraid of losing my life while waiting for someone else. So I booked the flight. ✈️ What’s something you’ve been waiting for? #Solotravel #travelblogger #solofemaletravel #travelsolo #selfgrowth
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Based on facts 🌴✈️ Can you relate?

"What do you like to do for fun?"

Leave the country.

New places, new people, new stories.
Every single time.

At what point does it stop being a hobby and become a personality trait? 😂

Mini cut from last weekend in Marbella

#travel #travelblogger #solotravel #marbella #spain
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Based on facts 🌴✈️ Can you relate? "What do you like to do for fun?" Leave the country. New places, new people, new stories. Every single time. At what point does it stop being a hobby and become a personality trait? 😂 Mini cut from last weekend in Marbella #travel #travelblogger #solotravel #marbella #spain
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#marbella #malaga #spain #andalucia #dutchgirl
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Guatemala, one of the most heartwarming places I’ve experienced so far. A destination that still crosses my mind almost daily. And now in my top 5 favorites.

After being lucky enough to solo travel to so many beautiful places around the world, Guatemala instantly became one of the places that touched me the most.

The people, the atmosphere, the volcanoes, Lake Atitlán, the coffee, the food, UNESCO Antigua… this country has a soul that is difficult to describe unless you’ve experienced it yourself.

I met beautiful humans I still speak to from time to time, and I’m grateful to now call some incredible Guatemalans my friends.

I travelled here with my new camera, and I’m so thankful I was able to capture parts of this beautiful country through my own eyes, while also collaborating with amazing companies along the way.

I remember my eyes being teary while being on a boat at Lake Atitlan, and the moment I saw the Volcano erupt during the hike - one of the most challenging things I have ever done. 

Some places impress you.
Others stay with you.
Guatemala did both. 🌋🇬🇹

Pictures by me using my Sony Alpha A6100 + portrait lens, and @luzd_23 📸

Gracias @freecerveza for the awesome stay! & @lavatrails.gt for the AMAZING hike!

#solotravel #guatemala #solofemaletravel #lakeatitlan #unesco
Guatemala, one of the most heartwarming places I’ve experienced so far. A destination that still crosses my mind almost daily. And now in my top 5 favorites.

After being lucky enough to solo travel to so many beautiful places around the world, Guatemala instantly became one of the places that touched me the most.

The people, the atmosphere, the volcanoes, Lake Atitlán, the coffee, the food, UNESCO Antigua… this country has a soul that is difficult to describe unless you’ve experienced it yourself.

I met beautiful humans I still speak to from time to time, and I’m grateful to now call some incredible Guatemalans my friends.

I travelled here with my new camera, and I’m so thankful I was able to capture parts of this beautiful country through my own eyes, while also collaborating with amazing companies along the way.

I remember my eyes being teary while being on a boat at Lake Atitlan, and the moment I saw the Volcano erupt during the hike - one of the most challenging things I have ever done. 

Some places impress you.
Others stay with you.
Guatemala did both. 🌋🇬🇹

Pictures by me using my Sony Alpha A6100 + portrait lens, and @luzd_23 📸

Gracias @freecerveza for the awesome stay! & @lavatrails.gt for the AMAZING hike!

#solotravel #guatemala #solofemaletravel #lakeatitlan #unesco
Guatemala, one of the most heartwarming places I’ve experienced so far. A destination that still crosses my mind almost daily. And now in my top 5 favorites. After being lucky enough to solo travel to so many beautiful places around the world, Guatemala instantly became one of the places that touched me the most. The people, the atmosphere, the volcanoes, Lake Atitlán, the coffee, the food, UNESCO Antigua… this country has a soul that is difficult to describe unless you’ve experienced it yourself. I met beautiful humans I still speak to from time to time, and I’m grateful to now call some incredible Guatemalans my friends. I travelled here with my new camera, and I’m so thankful I was able to capture parts of this beautiful country through my own eyes, while also collaborating with amazing companies along the way. I remember my eyes being teary while being on a boat at Lake Atitlan, and the moment I saw the Volcano erupt during the hike - one of the most challenging things I have ever done. Some places impress you. Others stay with you. Guatemala did both. 🌋🇬🇹 Pictures by me using my Sony Alpha A6100 + portrait lens, and @luzd_23 📸 Gracias @freecerveza for the awesome stay! & @lavatrails.gt for the AMAZING hike! #solotravel #guatemala #solofemaletravel #lakeatitlan #unesco
Guatemala, one of the most heartwarming places I’ve experienced so far. A destination that still crosses my mind almost daily. And now in my top 5 favorites.

After being lucky enough to solo travel to so many beautiful places around the world, Guatemala instantly became one of the places that touched me the most.

The people, the atmosphere, the volcanoes, Lake Atitlán, the coffee, the food, UNESCO Antigua… this country has a soul that is difficult to describe unless you’ve experienced it yourself.

I met beautiful humans I still speak to from time to time, and I’m grateful to now call some incredible Guatemalans my friends.

I travelled here with my new camera, and I’m so thankful I was able to capture parts of this beautiful country through my own eyes, while also collaborating with amazing companies along the way.

I remember my eyes being teary while being on a boat at Lake Atitlan, and the moment I saw the Volcano erupt during the hike - one of the most challenging things I have ever done. 

Some places impress you.
Others stay with you.
Guatemala did both. 🌋🇬🇹

Pictures by me using my Sony Alpha A6100 + portrait lens, and @luzd_23 📸

Gracias @freecerveza for the awesome stay! & @lavatrails.gt for the AMAZING hike!

#solotravel #guatemala #solofemaletravel #lakeatitlan #unesco
Guatemala, one of the most heartwarming places I’ve experienced so far. A destination that still crosses my mind almost daily. And now in my top 5 favorites. After being lucky enough to solo travel to so many beautiful places around the world, Guatemala instantly became one of the places that touched me the most. The people, the atmosphere, the volcanoes, Lake Atitlán, the coffee, the food, UNESCO Antigua… this country has a soul that is difficult to describe unless you’ve experienced it yourself. I met beautiful humans I still speak to from time to time, and I’m grateful to now call some incredible Guatemalans my friends. I travelled here with my new camera, and I’m so thankful I was able to capture parts of this beautiful country through my own eyes, while also collaborating with amazing companies along the way. I remember my eyes being teary while being on a boat at Lake Atitlan, and the moment I saw the Volcano erupt during the hike - one of the most challenging things I have ever done. Some places impress you. Others stay with you. Guatemala did both. 🌋🇬🇹 Pictures by me using my Sony Alpha A6100 + portrait lens, and @luzd_23 📸 Gracias @freecerveza for the awesome stay! & @lavatrails.gt for the AMAZING hike! #solotravel #guatemala #solofemaletravel #lakeatitlan #unesco
Guatemala, one of the most heartwarming places I’ve experienced so far. A destination that still crosses my mind almost daily. And now in my top 5 favorites. After being lucky enough to solo travel to so many beautiful places around the world, Guatemala instantly became one of the places that touched me the most. The people, the atmosphere, the volcanoes, Lake Atitlán, the coffee, the food, UNESCO Antigua… this country has a soul that is difficult to describe unless you’ve experienced it yourself. I met beautiful humans I still speak to from time to time, and I’m grateful to now call some incredible Guatemalans my friends. I travelled here with my new camera, and I’m so thankful I was able to capture parts of this beautiful country through my own eyes, while also collaborating with amazing companies along the way. I remember my eyes being teary while being on a boat at Lake Atitlan, and the moment I saw the Volcano erupt during the hike - one of the most challenging things I have ever done. Some places impress you. Others stay with you. Guatemala did both. 🌋🇬🇹 Pictures by me using my Sony Alpha A6100 + portrait lens, and @luzd_23 📸 Gracias @freecerveza for the awesome stay! & @lavatrails.gt for the AMAZING hike! #solotravel #guatemala #solofemaletravel #lakeatitlan #unesco
Guatemala, one of the most heartwarming places I’ve experienced so far. A destination that still crosses my mind almost daily. And now in my top 5 favorites.

After being lucky enough to solo travel to so many beautiful places around the world, Guatemala instantly became one of the places that touched me the most.

The people, the atmosphere, the volcanoes, Lake Atitlán, the coffee, the food, UNESCO Antigua… this country has a soul that is difficult to describe unless you’ve experienced it yourself.

I met beautiful humans I still speak to from time to time, and I’m grateful to now call some incredible Guatemalans my friends.

I travelled here with my new camera, and I’m so thankful I was able to capture parts of this beautiful country through my own eyes, while also collaborating with amazing companies along the way.

I remember my eyes being teary while being on a boat at Lake Atitlan, and the moment I saw the Volcano erupt during the hike - one of the most challenging things I have ever done. 

Some places impress you.
Others stay with you.
Guatemala did both. 🌋🇬🇹

Pictures by me using my Sony Alpha A6100 + portrait lens, and @luzd_23 📸

Gracias @freecerveza for the awesome stay! & @lavatrails.gt for the AMAZING hike!

#solotravel #guatemala #solofemaletravel #lakeatitlan #unesco
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Guatemala, one of the most heartwarming places I’ve experienced so far. A destination that still crosses my mind almost daily. And now in my top 5 favorites. After being lucky enough to solo travel to so many beautiful places around the world, Guatemala instantly became one of the places that touched me the most. The people, the atmosphere, the volcanoes, Lake Atitlán, the coffee, the food, UNESCO Antigua… this country has a soul that is difficult to describe unless you’ve experienced it yourself. I met beautiful humans I still speak to from time to time, and I’m grateful to now call some incredible Guatemalans my friends. I travelled here with my new camera, and I’m so thankful I was able to capture parts of this beautiful country through my own eyes, while also collaborating with amazing companies along the way. I remember my eyes being teary while being on a boat at Lake Atitlan, and the moment I saw the Volcano erupt during the hike - one of the most challenging things I have ever done. Some places impress you. Others stay with you. Guatemala did both. 🌋🇬🇹 Pictures by me using my Sony Alpha A6100 + portrait lens, and @luzd_23 📸 Gracias @freecerveza for the awesome stay! & @lavatrails.gt for the AMAZING hike! #solotravel #guatemala #solofemaletravel #lakeatitlan #unesco
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Wait for the end! ✈️ 
Some women wait for love to start living.
I booked the ticket anyway. 

Some of the most beautiful moments of my life happened because I stopped waiting, for permission, for certainty, for someone to come with me.

Solo travelling taught me that freedom can be lonely sometimes, but also deeply empowering. It gave me sunsets in countries I once only dreamed about, strangers that became memories, confidence I never learned at home, and versions of myself I would’ve never met if I stayed safe.

I may not have everything figured out yet, but I’ve lived. Deeply. Wildly. Internationally.
And honestly? That already makes me rich in life.

I know it’s not a possibility for every woman in the world to do this. Something travel also showed me over and over again.

Follow me for more solo travel content ✈️

#tulum #solotravel #travelblogger #solofemaletraveler #worldtrip
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Wait for the end! ✈️ Some women wait for love to start living. I booked the ticket anyway. Some of the most beautiful moments of my life happened because I stopped waiting, for permission, for certainty, for someone to come with me. Solo travelling taught me that freedom can be lonely sometimes, but also deeply empowering. It gave me sunsets in countries I once only dreamed about, strangers that became memories, confidence I never learned at home, and versions of myself I would’ve never met if I stayed safe. I may not have everything figured out yet, but I’ve lived. Deeply. Wildly. Internationally. And honestly? That already makes me rich in life. I know it’s not a possibility for every woman in the world to do this. Something travel also showed me over and over again. Follow me for more solo travel content ✈️ #tulum #solotravel #travelblogger #solofemaletraveler #worldtrip
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(AI!) The Dutch Miss & Flight Attendant🪽First and only time ever posting a picture made by AI on my feed. This one by chatgpt was too cool not to post. #ai #stewardess #airhostess #cabincrew #flightattendant
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(AI!) The Dutch Miss & Flight Attendant🪽First and only time ever posting a picture made by AI on my feed. This one by chatgpt was too cool not to post. #ai #stewardess #airhostess #cabincrew #flightattendant
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5 years of blogging mini video 2015-2020

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Embracing Authenticity | Defending Truth on my Miss World (Netherlands) journey in 2021, my core values and mission

Dutch version below – Hello everyone, I would like to share my truth, vision, and story with all of you, including the beliefs I stand for. Why I’ve been blogging for 10 years, using Instagram to share my story, and why I decided to participate in beauty pageants like Miss World for my country. The truths and misconceptions about me and my participation in the pageant and standing up for my personal narrative and story. – Celebrate Your Authenticity: My Core Value, Standing up against Bullying, and Self-empowerment. “I signed a contract that does not allow me to be completely open about my experiences with ‘MWNL’. Nevertheless, I want to […]

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