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Mexico travel diary (extra long) | One month back to Tulum part 2

24/01/2026 | Reageer

Welcome to the next chapter of my month-long journey through Mexico and Guatemala. Chronologically, this is the continuation after Guatemala – Lake Atitlán. [Lees meer…]

Categorie: Mexico, Middle & South-America, Solo Travel, Travel Tags: friends trip, mexico, solo trip, tulum

Guatemala Travel Diary | Solo trip to Guatemala (Lake Atitlan)

07/01/2026 | 1 Reactie

Hi everyone! Welcome to my latest Guatemala post. In this blog post, I’ll tell you about my four-day stay at Lake Atitlan. Subtle foreshadowing: one of my favorite destinations ever! I had a partnership with the Free Cerveza hostel in Santa Cruz. A small disclaimer: 80% of the photos in this blog post are from my own (and recently brand-new) camera or phone, and 20% were taken by Luz. [Lees meer…]

Categorie: Guatemala, Middle & South-America, Solo Travel, Travel Tags: guatemala, lake atitlan, partial collaboration, solo trip

Hungary travel diary | 3 day solo trip to Budapest

17/09/2025 | Reageer

Welcome back to a new travel post! It’s been a while since my last update, but more are coming soon. I’m traveling a bit less this year, which makes the trips I do take feel even more special. Budapest had been high on my list for ages. I’d heard it’s one of the best solo travel destinations – safe, fun, and full of things to explore – and everyone I knew who’d been there had nothing but good things to say. So when I found a one-way ticket from Eindhoven Airport for just €55, I couldn’t resist. [Lees meer…]

Categorie: Europe, Hungary, Solo Travel, Travel Tags: budapest, hungary diary, solo travel, solo trip

Canada travel diary | 8 day solo & family trip in and around Toronto

30/09/2024 | 2 Reacties

Hi everyone! It’s time for a new travel diary. A few weeks ago, I travelled to Canada – a country high on my wish list. I wanted to visit the beautiful nature, lakes and hiking areas, but the reason for my visit this time was for something else. I have family living in Canada who come to the Netherlands every 2-3 years, and by now a lot of travel friends in and around Toronto and other places in Canada. Enough reasons to visit the country! I only planned a short visit, so I would spend 4 nights with my family, and 4 in Toronto. I will definitely tell more about this adventure in this travel diary. Canada always attracted me very much, because the people I click with the best when travelling, are often the Canadians. [Lees meer…]

Categorie: Canada, North-America, Solo Travel, Travel Tags: canada, family visit, partial solo trip, solo travel, solo trip, toronto

Outfit | Palm

27/06/2024 | Reageer

Hi allemaal! Het is inmiddels precies drie weken geleden dat ik terugkwam van mijn avontuurlijke reis naar Bali. Het is bijna onvoorstelbaar hoe snel de tijd vliegt; het voelt alsof ik er maanden geleden was. Terwijl ik door mijn foto’s blader, word ik weer helemaal teruggevoerd naar die magische momenten.
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Categorie: Fashion, Indonesia, Outfits, Travel Tags: beach club outfit, solo trip, summer outfit, white outfit

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) | one month solo in Mexico part 3

08/03/2023 | Reageer

In this post, I will also tell about my last days in Mexico, Playa del Carmen, Bacalar and the amazing other things and places I got to experience during my last days here. Chitzen-Itza is one of the wonders of the world that I was eager to visit and hadn’t visited last time. Moreover, I hadn’t crossed off a single wonder of the world so far! I thought I really had to do this during my month here. Basically the most touristy thing you can do in this area, but very cool to experience. Besides, it was a good idea for me to leave Tulum today and go out with a friend, after everything from the day before. [Lees meer…]

Categorie: Mexico, Middle & South-America, Solo Travel, Travel Tags: mexico, mexico travel diary, solo trip, solo trip to mexico, world wonder

Mexico travel diary | one month solo in Mexico part 2

03/03/2023 | Reageer

This morning on November 22 started with an extensive brunch with Cyni at Ki’bok coffee in La Veleta – next to Tulum jungle gym, where I went with my rented bike from my hostel. I have to tell you that I reach almost everything here in Mexico within the villages by bicycle. We ate divinely delicious chilaquiles at this place – which I definitely want to come back for! After lunch we would go with Cyni’s friends to Vagalume, where they also allowed me to enter without an entrance fee and without a minimum spend. Via google maps I followed my way on my bike alone through quite remote roads and I have to tell you that I found that the only time I didn’t feel safe – and that during the day! In the end I suffered on the beach with Cyni’s dear friends – Vagalume is a cool high-end beach club that is known for the ‘hands’ that many people take pictures with. It was very nice to have a drink and relax here. [Lees meer…]

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

Mexico travel diary | one month solo in Mexico part 1

24/02/2023 | 1 Reactie

On November 17th, I left for Mexico for the 2nd time in a year. This is the ‘official’ 8th trip of this year. This first part is in Playa del Carmen, Holbox and Tulum – the first part of my journey. The reason why I would go for more than a month is because I wanted to bridge the winter in the Netherlands during my annual leave, I wanted to go back to dear friends who live there, I wanted to travel solo again and because my (now former) long-distance love lived in Tulum and I had met there earlier this year – which was originally my biggest reason to stay this long. In this travel diary I explain to you like a diary what I have done and visited during this trip, together with tips. I don’t make this diary too personal, because this trip went differently than the original plan why I came here. [Lees meer…]

Categorie: Mexico, Middle & South-America, Solo Travel, Travel Tags: central america, mexico, solo trip, solo trip to mexico, south america

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It changed my life.

Not because of the beaches, the sunsets, or the endless tacos.

Mexico taught me that life can be bigger than the version I was settling for.

It was the first place that showed me freedom doesn’t come from having everything figured out, it comes from trusting yourself enough to take the next step.

It gave me lifelong friendships, unforgettable adventures, confidence I didn’t know I had, and the courage to build a life that feels like mine.

I arrived as someone looking for a holiday.

I left with a completely different perspective on what was possible.

And honestly?

A part of me never really came back. 🇲🇽✨

#MexicoTravel #SoloTravel #TravelChangesYou #TulumMexico #WanderlustLife
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It changed my life. Not because of the beaches, the sunsets, or the endless tacos. Mexico taught me that life can be bigger than the version I was settling for. It was the first place that showed me freedom doesn’t come from having everything figured out, it comes from trusting yourself enough to take the next step. It gave me lifelong friendships, unforgettable adventures, confidence I didn’t know I had, and the courage to build a life that feels like mine. I arrived as someone looking for a holiday. I left with a completely different perspective on what was possible. And honestly? A part of me never really came back. 🇲🇽✨ #MexicoTravel #SoloTravel #TravelChangesYou #TulumMexico #WanderlustLife
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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. 💫

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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 🎞️

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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
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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?

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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? Support my projects: buymeacoffee.com/mandyvictoriab #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

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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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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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