Local Hideaways – Douro Valley
It had been eight years since I was invited to the Douro Valley for an extensive press trip… a great introduction to this beautiful region and I spent several days immersed in en
Local Hideaways, Fez, Marocco
It was obvious from our first emails that Valérie, the owner, and I had a connection. Often, these virtual conversations are a good indication of whether we are like-minded…In
Life is a beach with Local Hideaways
I think I have found the perfect remedy for stress: It’s on Koh Phangan, Thailand. Twelve huts, a gorgeous bay; a great restaurant; a small pool; Thai massage … What’s th
Spanish Local Hideaways delight
Celine and Julien were looking for slow living with their family… a Hideaway under the sun where they felt at home, surrounded by nature but not too far from the city. And so the
A pilgrimage to a magical Local Hideaway in Central Portugal
Everyone in Portugal knows about Fátima, located in central Portugal northeast of Lisbon…. the story goes that in 1917, the Virgin Mary appeared to three shepherd children. Sin
Off the beaten Path – Northern Italy with Local Hideaways
The north of Italy has many well-known lakes, beautiful and very popular with holidaymakers for years… but it’s a well-trodden path. Time for a suitable alternative. Luckily, t
LOCAL HIDEAWAYS IN MECHELEN, BELGIUM
A fantastic Hideaway right in the middle of the bustling city centre of Mechelen. In a modernist building, Nele found her new passion: running a guesthouse. Only 3 rooms … all sl
LOCAL HIDEAWAYS MARCHE
Just outside a picturesque small village, Paul and Fran found their Italian dream home. An old farmhouse with thick ocher-colored sandstone walls, plenty of space, surrounded by fr
LOCAL HIDEAWAYS ESSAOUIRA
LOCAL HIDEAWAYS ESSAOUIRA – Oldest Riad in Morocco The oldest riad in Morocco is situated in the medina – old city centre – of my beloved Essaouira. This place oozes the
PORTUGUESE HIDEAWAY FOR FOODIES
There’s a new kid in town This hideaway is perfect for foodies! Hidden among centuries-old olive trees and cork oaks in the heart of the Alentejo, you’ll find a top restau
A very special Local Hideaway in Spain
Casa Cubista Spain In the 10 years of Local Hideaways, I have seen hundreds of Hideaways pass by. Online at the pre-selection and on location to test sleep and get to know the ofte
LOCAL HIDEAWAYS MEXICO
LIVE LIKE A RANCHERO Admittedly, it takes some effort this Local Hideaway, but it’s definitely worth it: this is off the beaten track Mexico, hardly any tourists. Get in touch wi
Berlin | Local Hideaways
2 NEW FINDS IN BEAUTIFUL HISTORICAL BUILDINGS Always good to be back in Berlin. I love this city so much! This time I am visiting two Hideaways, in different districts of the city.
Zanzibar, Tansania | Local Hideaways
ZANZIBAR OFF THE BEATEN TRACK This past summer we could finally travel outside Europe again. I grabbed this opportunity and left with my family for over 2 weeks to tropical Zanziba
LOCAL HIDEAWAYS – BEAT THE WINTER BLUES
Michi & Jochen asked me to take you guys to sunny places at the start of 2023 … places where it doesn’t matter at all that it’s January and where your mood im
Local Hideaways Italy – Salento, Puglia
Contemporary Palazzo in ‘off the beaten path’ Puglia, Italy Salento is the southernmost part of Puglia where it’s as though time has stood still in the sixties. The area is r
CITY TRIPPING ROTTERDAM
CHARMING AND TRENDSETTING ‘GREEN’ CITY HIDEAWAY Centrally located in the ‘Kop van Zuid’, a vibrant and trendy new area in Rotterdam, and with a spectacular view of the rive
Brand new Local Hideaways destination: The Azores
Brand new Local Hideaways destination: The Azores It had been on my travel wish list for some time, and now it is actually in the Local Hideaways collection: the Azores! This Portu
DUTCH LOCAL HIDEAWAYS PERFECT FOR AUTUMN BREAKS
Ideally, I would like to hold on to summer, for as long as possible. After all, I am a real summer person. Yet having seasons is something special. The same weather every day, year
LOCAL HIDEAWAYS SPAIN – Empordà
A ROYAL HIDEAWAY Let’s start summer with a brand new member of the Local Hideaway. A Hideaway with an enormous wow factor, situated in a beautiful and still not very well known c
LOCAL HIDEAWAYS GERMANY
Local Hideaways Germany – Design Deluxe Okay, there’s special and then there’s very special. This hideaway in the heart of Cologne falls into the latter category. I often tal
Mallorca: Finca Deluxe | Local Hideaways
This beautiful century old finca is surrounded by a 100.000 m2 estate and is situated on the east side of Mallorca. With its contemporary view on agroturismo, this Hideaway certain
GREECE – OFF THE BEATEN TRACK | LOCAL HIDEAWAYS
A dream location in Greece with fantastic rooms, apartments and a lovely winebar! Stunning beaches, rugged mountains, century old fortresses, Byzantine treasures, overwhelming natu
LOCAL HIDEAWAYS: ESTHER’S FAVOURITE GERMAN HIDEAWAY
For me this Hideaway is the embodiment of Berlin: a creative, social, alternative and modern melting pot. Not a standard hotel but rather the result of a group of friends and soul
LOCAL HIDEAWAYS TRAVEL DREAMS – PANAMA
THE HIGHEST ECOLODGE IN PANAMA No, believe me, you won’t be able to get to us using your own transportation, owner Jeffrey warned me beforehand in one of his emails. And how true
ANDALUSIA, SPAIN – LOCAL HIDEAWAYS
EXCEPTIONAL FINCA RETREAT Psst… don’t spread the word! That’s my motto, and it applies to all my Local Hideaways. After all, they are all selected and inspected carefully. Bu
LOCAL HIDEAWAYS ENDLESS SUMMER – IBIZA
Picture this: a lovely terrace with ditto drink, pleasant company and in the background the relaxed tones of a DJ. Time to start enjoying the phenomenal spectacle of the air consta
LOCAL HIDEAWAYS TRAVEL DREAMS – ANTWERP
This month I would like to take you on a citytrip to Antwerp! Start planning now… it won’t be long till you are able to travel again to this lovely Belgium city and, as is with
LOCAL HIDEAWAYS TRAVEL DREAMS – ITALY, BASILICATA
Unique cave experience I have already seen quite a lot of the world, but never before had I slept in a cave. Well, there’s a first time for everything! I am headed for Basilicata
Reisen durch die ehemalige DDR (Teil 6) von Holger Raschke
In Thale bestätigt sich das, was wir zuvor bereits an der Rappbodetalsperre, in Wernigerode oder in Schierke bemerkt haben. Der Harz ist voll. Voller Familien, Urlauber, Ausflügl
LOCAL HIDEAWAYS TRAVEL DREAMS – CAMBODIA
CAMBODIA – SIEM REAP Let me take you to Cambodia because I fell head over heals for this country. At this Hideaway everything is just right, from the overwhelmingly friendly serv
LOCAL HIDEAWAYS TRAVEL DREAMS – FRANCE, NORMANDY
SLOWLIFE HIDEAWAY IN FRANCE In a picture perfect Normandy hamlet Margaux and David created their Hideaway. A place where they could realize their ideals: as much self-sufficient as
Reisen durch die ehemalige DDR (Teil 5) von Holger Raschke
Dem Harz habe ich mich bisher nur von Norden genähert… …denn meine Eltern lernten sich auf einer kirchlichen Jugendreise im Ilsetal im Nordharz kennen, sodass sie trad
Reisen durch die ehemalige DDR (Teil 4) von Holger Raschke
Eine neue Reise steht an Auf unserer Reise durch de ehemalige DDR soll es diesmal in den Harz gehen, das Mittelgebirge, das sich so erhaben aus der norddeutschen Tiefebene erhebt.
Reisen durch die ehemalige DDR (Teil 3) von Holger Raschke
Neben uns plätschert die Schwarze Elster gemächlich dahin, als wir auf unserer Reise durch die ehemalige DDR in Hoyerswerda einfahren. An einer Kreuzung im Stadtzentrum dann die
LOCAL HIDEAWAYS TRAVEL DREAMS – TURKEY
BOHEMIAN HIDEAWAY IN TURKEY Special warning…. I have discovered a hidden Bay in Turkey with an enchanting Hideaway. Before you continue reading, promise me you will tell absolute
Reisen durch die ehemalige DDR (Teil 2) von Holger Raschke
Nach dem ersten Teil unserer Reise durch die ehemalige DDR führt uns die Bundesstraße mitten ins Herz des Erzgebirges, vorbei an so klangvollen Namen wie Schneeberg, Schlema, Aue
LOCAL HIDEAWAYS TRAVEL DREAMS – GREECE
Esther van Onna von Local Hideaways stellt auf Reisen Reisen monatlich echte place-to-stay-Geheimtipps vor. Dieses Mal in Griechenland: Kythira
Reisen durch die ehemalige DDR (Teil 1) von Holger Raschke
Holger Raschke, Gründer von BERLINS TAIGA, nimmt uns mit auf die Spuren seines untergangenen Geburtslandes – die DDR (Teil 1)
Manhattan unter Segeln von Petrina Engelke
„Kannst du das Boot mit mir nach Manhattan bringen?“ Wenn ich eins in New York gelernt habe, dann ist es, schnell zu entscheiden. Ich hätte nachdenken, abwägen, planen könne
LOCAL HIDEAWAYS TRAVEL DREAMS – MAURITIUS
Let’s end this bizarre year with a bang and hopefully we can fulfill our travel dreams in the new year to come! With this I hope that people will be a bit more consious about whe
LOCAL HIDEAWAYS – TRAVEL DREAMS EPISODE 2: MOROCCO
ROCK THE KASBAH IN MOROCCO! Is it possible to fall instantly in love with a hotel and its surroundings? It turns out it is! Even though I’m a spoiled traveller and have visited s
LOCAL HIDEAWAYS – TRAVEL DREAMS EPISODE 1: MEXICO
Esther van Onna von Local Hideaways stellt auf Reisen Reisen monatlich echte place-to-stay-Geheimtipps vor. Dieses Mal in Mexico!
TUSCANY, ITALY
Tuscany from a completely different perspective! Did you know there are several mountains in Tuscany? I didn’t! I associated Tuscany with sloping green hills covered with cypress
EASTERN ALGARVE, PORTUGAL – LOCAL HIDEAWAYS
Having viewed 150 houses, Frank and Véronique had all but given up hope… … but going to back to their former banking life was a definite no-go. A place under the sun w
ESTHER VAN ONNA – LOCAL HIDEAWAYS
Constant wanderlust | Idealist | Venturous | Dutch In 2013, when influencers and bloggers were still something of a rarity, I decided to take the plunge. Combining my Marcom knowle
Reisen. Zuhause. Von Melanie Raabe
Melanie Raabe. Kölner Autorin und Journalistin. Melanie Raabe wurde 1981 in Jena geboren. Ihre Jugend hat sie mit Büchern, Theater und Tanz in einer Kleinstadt in NRW verbracht u
Buch-Spezial: P – Trauriges Reisen
Buch-Spezial: P – Trauriges Reisen. Ist man auf Reisen immer glücklich? Nein. Warum scheint es dann immer so? Auf Fotos, in Social Media oder den Erzählungen anderer? Einer
