A Long Weekend in Amsterdam: An Unscripted Itinerary for the Slow Traveller

A Long Weekend in Amsterdam: An Itinerary for the Slow Traveller

Welcome back to The Velvet Runway and our guide to A Long Weekend in Amsterdam: An Itinerary for the Slow Traveller. There is a particular kind of city that reveals itself only to those willing to slow down. Amsterdam is one of them. Beneath the surface of its famous landmarks and well-trodden tourist trails lies a city of …

The Dylan Amsterdam: An Unscripted Summer in the Canal District

The Dylan Amsterdam: An Unscripted Summer in the Canal District

For travellers seeking a more intimate and slower way to experience Amsterdam, The Dylan Amsterdam offers something elegantly, beautifully unscripted. Unscripted Summer reframes time in the city, not as a checklist to complete but as something to settle into. At The Dylan Amsterdam, the city unfolds gradually, shaped by movement, pause, and the freedom to …

A Festive Guide to the Maastricht Christmas Market

A Festive Guide to the Maastricht Christmas Market

When the holiday season comes around, few places capture the magic of Christmas quite like Maastricht. Nestled in the southern part of the Netherlands, Maastricht transforms into a winter wonderland every December, drawing in locals and visitors alike to experience its iconic Christmas market. If you’re planning a holiday trip or are looking for a …

5 reasons to visit Vienna

5 reasons to visit Vienna – Culture, Christmas Markets, Carnavals, Coffee and Cake!

Vienna, renowned for its breathtaking beauty, stunning architecture, delicious cakes (try the ‘sacher-torte‘ – you’ll thank me later!) and rich cultural legacy, is an ideal European travel destination, and here are my top 5 reasons to visit Vienna. Due to its central location in Europe, Vienna is a very popular destination for visitors from all over the …