MAARTEN

I met Maarten during the Amsterdam-Dakar Challenge 3 years ago and he has been a friend ever since. Last year he started his own business called TripGems. TripGems is a very handy website where people can leave their travel tips and find those 'hidden gems' left by others.

There is so much travel wisdom among travellers about what is hot and what is not, we believe we can unlock this value by providing a platform that works fast and is easily accessible everywhere.

 Check out TripGems and check out my travel tips there if you like!

FOOD FOR THOUGHT

I'm currently working on setting up a cultural food blog with a friend. This means I'm learning tons when it comes to food photography. We are scheduled to launch in early april and I'm so excited. Stay tuned!

PS. You can find the recipe for the delicious beet soup pictured below here.

A FAMILY TRADITION

For the last 14 years we have gone on a holiday to the snow with my family. Though the family consistency has changed over the years (we kids dated around for a bit) and the destination changes frequently, the week is always filled with warmth, games, cheese platters, wine and laughter. This years trip took us to Les Menuires, Les 3 Vallees in France. May there be many more editions of this lovely family tradition!