HARRY! by WestCord #16 (EN)

BY WESTCORD #16

WILFRED GENEE

about ‘his’ SC Cambuur

THE BEST CYCLING ROUTES in the Netherlands

Interview with speed skating king

KJELD NUIS RICO VERHOEVEN’S nutrition plan

ORANGE LIONESSES

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The Tropenmuseum’s huge Lichthal atrium

Collection of the Tropenmuseum in the lobby of Hotel Jakarta Amsterdam

two worlds Hotel Jakarta Amsterdam and the tropenmuseum are mission partners. their objectives and values are perfectly aligned. the hotel displays art objects from the tropenmuseum, and iconic photographs from the collection hang in every room.

This year, the hotel is showing a selection of the famous Yogya Silver, and the wonderful selection of photographs in the hotel rooms underline the old ties between the Netherlands and Indonesia.

The Tropenmuseum is a museum of world cultures housed in one of the most beautiful purpose-built museums in the Netherlands, located in trendy Amsterdam East. The Tropenmuseum has objects from all over the world, each of which has its own story. Its exhibitions explore current issues and arouse visitors’ curiosity about the huge cultural diversity that enriches the world and the Netherlands. Visitors leave with an awareness that, aside from the differences, we are all the same.

connected The Tropenmuseum aims to inspire people to take an open-minded look at the world, and to contribute to world citizenship. Besides the permanent Indonesia collection, this summer the museum also has exhibitions on the universally popular culture of Japan and a unique inside look at the annual pilgrimage to Mecca.

Tropenmuseum | naTional museum of world cultures Linnaeusstraat 2, Amsterdam Open Tuesday to Sunday from 10:00 to 17:00 (also on Mondays during school holidays) Admission costs €16 for adults, € 10 for students, € 8 for children.

Admission is free with the Museumkaart museum pass, I Amsterdam City Card or Holland Pass.

for more information and current exhibitions, visit tropenmuseum.nl

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Interview with speed skating king Kjeld Nuis 10

BY WESTCORD

Column Wilfred Genee about ‘his’ SC Cambuur

Recipe: perfect athlete’s meal

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Orange Lionesses want to win!

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Lifestyle 10

Interview with speed skating king Kjeld Nuis

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Must haves

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Wilfred Genee about ‘his’ SC Cambuur

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Orange lionesses want to win!

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Circuit Zandvoort: more than seventy years of racing history

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Eva Heukensfeldt Jansen on The European Beach Volleyball Championship

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8x the best Dutch athlete accounts

WestCord 30

News: WestCord Times

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Our own top athletes and cover models: Déjan Boersma and Sarah Lozano y Salas

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Time to celebrate!

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The WestCord Sports Calendar

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Construction update: The Market Hotel Groningen

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Kids & teens

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WestCord @ social media

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Hotel stories by Bert Kommerij

Fashion 50

Sporty Spice

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Work it!

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Let’s save the world: one cocktail at a time

Beauty 58

Perfect products before (or after) your workout

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Super fresh throughout the summer

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2019 sports trends

Travel

WestCord favorites

The WestCord Sports Calendar 38

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On an adventure with your steel steed

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SAIL Amsterdam

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Top athletes in Hotel New York

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Reader offer: horse riding on Vlieland

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From jazz in Delft to surfing on Ameland: the best outing tips

Man The nutrition plan of Rico Verhoeven Photography Jurjen Drenth

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Sports cars throughout the years

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Fully in shape at WestCord Hotels

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Golf is addictive!

Food & beverage The best cycling routes 68

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Healthy food trends

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Say yes to wine, no to alcohol

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Recipe: perfect athlete’s meal

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The perfect wine of Domaine Le Pive

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Puzzle and win!

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SITTING IS THE NEW SMOKING When you type this sobering one-liner into Google, this statement turns out to be supported by well-known organisations, medical professionals, and professors. Some even claim that the Netherlands are the European Champion of Sitting! About one in three Dutch people sit over seven and a half hours per day. Many even manage to sit between eight and eleven hours. European Champion of Sitting, that’s not exactly a sport you want to win at. Luckily, the solution is simple: get moving! An easy way to do it is to take the stairs instead of the elevator at work sometimes, taking the kids to school on your bicycle, and taking a post-dinner walk through the neighbourhood. And exerPhotography Amy van Leiden

cise! Despite being ‘sitting’ champions, our country does offer a lot of exercise opportunities. Indoor, outdoor, solo, in a team, strength and cardio. A lack of time isn’t a valid excuse; make time, and it will be worth it. Naturally, we can’t all be top athletes like the ones featured in this new ‘HARRY!’. Their almost superhuman performance is something we can enjoy watching and be inspired by. They are excellent role models for our children.

The new ‘HARRY!’ with its ‘sports’ theme has interviews with and articles on a selection of our country’s sports heroes: Kjeld Nuis, Rico Verhoeven, our football women, Mathieu van der Poel, top beach volleyball players, and much more. We’re so proud of them! An article about Circuit Zandvoort; wouldn’t it be wonderful to welcome F1 back to the Netherlands? And read Wilfred Genee’s column. Like us, he’s a supporter of the most fun football club in the Netherlands, Cambuur Leeuwarden.

This ‘HARRY!‘ will also introduce you to the latest sports trends. And we made a list of inspiring and challenging sports events in and near our hotels in 2019. Getting out of your comfort zone and enjoy your own athletic prowess in new surroundings. That’s not just good for your body, but for your soul as well. After all, in addition to helping you relax, exercise is also the magic word when it comes to living happily and healthily.

We’ll also get you updated on what is happening in our hotels. The cover features Déjan and Sarah. Both compete at the top in their respective sports. Read their story on page 34. And don’t miss Bert Kommerij’s column. He is the host at Hotel Jakarta. He writes about his experiences with our guests at Hotel Jakarta in his very apt way. He’s definitely worth following on Hotel Jakarta Amsterdam’s Facebook page.

Will you be joining us for a weekend cycling trip on one of the Wadden islands or a walk in the city? We hope to welcome you again soon!

Warm regards, Harry and Jennifer Westers

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The 2019 sports summer

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LIFESTYLE

Speed skating king

KJELD Totally dedicated!

SPEED SKATER KJELD NUIS IS A PERSON WHO DEFIES CATEGORISATION. HE’S AN ATHLETE WHO’S INTO SNOWBOARDING, BREAKDANCING, AND INLINE SKATING. HOWEVER, HIS MAIN FOCUS IS ON THE 1,000-METRE AND 1,500-METRE MEN’S SPEED SKATING EVENTS. SINCE THE PYEONGCHANG WINTER OLYMPICS, KJELD NUIS IS OFTEN REFERRED TO AS ‘SPEED SKATING KING KJELD’. THE MULTIPLE WORLD CHAMPION, OLYMPIC CHAMPION AND SPORTSMAN OF THE YEAR 2018 HAD HIS BEST PERFORMANCE SO FAR AT THE 2018 WINTER OLYMPICS, WINNING THE GOLD MEDAL TWICE; AT THE 1,000-METRE AND 1,500-METRE MEN’S SPEED SKATING EVENTS.

PEOPLE KNOW YOU FROM THOSE

I enjoyed skating, but snowboarding and break-

devils. Last year in Insel my buddy Douwe de Vries

WONDERFUL MOMENTS WHEN YOU

dancing too, for instance. Because I’m totally de-

climbed a rock and then jumped off it into a river. I

CLAIMED THE OLYMPIC TITLE IN GANG-

dicated and come from a different background, I

climbed after him, but about halfway up I got really

NEUNG. EVERY TIME YOU’RE COMPETI-

was used to exercising all the time from a young

scared and thought about what might happen. I

TIVE AND AFTER THE 1,500-METRE EVENT,

age. Sometimes my father (physical education

have a fear of heights, so I’m not doing that again.’

YOU WERE ALSO THE FASTEST IN THE

teacher – Ed.) and I talk about how today’s youth

1,000-METRE EVENT BY BEATING HAVARD

gets a lot less exercise and goes outside far less

BECOMING A CHAMPION IS IMPRESSIVE,

LORENTZEN IN A VERY EXCITING RACE.

often. I think that my carefree childhood eventually

BUT STAYING CHAMPION IS MORE

HOW DO YOU SET YOURSELF APART

showed me that anything is possible.’

DIFFICULT. HOW DO YOU MANAGE TO

FROM YOUR OPPONENTS?

PERFORM UNDER PRESSURE?

‘I’m probably a bit more exuberant than most

MANY INTERVIEWS WITH YOU TALK ABOUT

‘You have to deliver every time. You’re only as

speed skaters. I like a lot of things besides speed

HOW YOU LIKE TO TEST YOUR LIMITS,

good as your last medal. When I was eighteen

skating, and I think that wide range of interests is

AND ALSO SET A SPEED RECORD AT

and had my first win, that was a real rush and I

part of my strength. In addition to skating, I did

YOUR SPONSOR RED BULL.

was finally part of the top. After that, expectations

many sports. For instance, my mates and me and

‘I used to be completely fearless, but now that I’m

were high and I had to show I belonged. Then I got

my skateboard visited all the skate parks in the

getting older, I won’t just jump of anything. Don’t

sick and didn’t make the Olympics. Mentally that

Netherlands during the holidays when I was a kid.

forget that my team at Red Bull consists of dare-

was quite a blow. My ex helped me with that and

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‘YOU HAVE TO DELIVER EVERY TIME. YOU’RE ONLY AS GOOD AS YOUR LAST MEDAL’

got me in touch with professionals about hand-

WE KNOW YOU AS A PROFESSIONAL

the odds every time. She has been diagnosed with

ling the mental pressure. And that involves sim-

SPEED SKATER, BUT WHO ARE YOU AT

cancer so often and always beat it, I don’t know

ple exercises like focusing on my breathing and

HOME?

anyone with so much character and strength. I

not thinking about what is happening around me.

‘The same, I’m the same guy at work and at home.

have a lot of respect for her as an athlete and a

It’s those three minutes before the race when

People say, “You become what you do.” Maybe

person. Examples like them give me strength.’

I get really calm and focused. That’s when I get

I used to be a little more chill. These days my

into the zone. I like structure too, so I have a cer-

life is all about the sport. I try to stay in touch with

IF YOU HADN’T BECOME A TOP ATHLETE,

tain routine before a race that I follow exactly to

people as much as possible, and I like having

WHAT WOULD HAVE BEEN A GOOD ROLE

be as focused as possible. But people can still

fun with others, but my sport comes first. Some-

FOR YOU?

talk to me, being a little psyched before a race is

times I do miss it, but then I think that I can make

‘In the Red Bull team we have an Athletes Mana-

a good thing. But I don’t let any emotions in, I’m

up for it when I’m forty. I only hang out with other

ger who arranges everything for the athletes in the

very focused.’

athletes who are all like that, so this is my normal.

team. That person manages all the events for the

I’m free three weeks every year, and I like to go

guys and girls who do beach volleyball, motoX,

AND AFTER ALL THOSE YEARS OF ‘TRAIN,

to concerts or go snowboarding and just enjoy

triathlon, hockey, speed skating, skateboarding,

EAT, SLEEP, REPEAT’; WHAT STILL GIVES

myself. I want to completely focus on this for ano-

Formula 1, and snowboarding. That seems like

YOU THE BIGGEST KICK?

ther five years, but that’s not a challenge for me;

a really cool job. During brainstorming sessions,

‘Winning. When I win, I literally feel invincible and

it’s a privilege.’

we come up with amazing ideas to improve the

euphoric. It’s such a release; all the pieces of the

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record for speed skating, and currently we’re wor-

puzzle come together. Everything I fought and

WHO INSPIRES YOU MOST, AND WHERE

king on something very cool in Salt Lake City. But

trained so hard for the past years, that I was ob-

DO YOU GET YOUR STRENGTH FROM?

the athletes manager also brings all the athletes in

sessed with, comes together because I won. It’s

‘That has to be Sven Kramer. Looking at how he’s

touch with each other, so they can learn from each

an emotional release and I can see everything

been at the top for so many years, and how he

other’s expertise, knowledge, training methods,

down to the smallest detail as if I were watching

handles the pressure; I greatly respect him. And

and disciplines. Athletes are very driven and that’s

a movie.’

Bibiane Mentel is an incredible woman who beats

what I’m passionate about.’

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WILFRED GENEE ABOUT ‘HIS’

SC Cambuur Desire is what drives us. A desire for happiness, love, success, and special moments. For a football fan like yours truly, such special moments include successes by the Dutch national team, Dutch clubs in Europe, but mostly it’s the special achievements of your own favourite club. Mine is Leeuwarden’s Cambuur. A club that often leaves desires unfulfilled. As you might know, Cambuur doesn’t win much. But the bond you have with your club is unbreakable. It’s primal. As a boy, my father, sister, and I would visit every home match our club played. Always knowing we would probably lose. When it seemed that we might win, it always went wrong at the last second. Promotion to the premier division seemed within reach many times, but bad luck, lack of skill, and simple fate thwarted that much longed for success every time. Only after I had left Leeuwarden and started my television career, did they make it to the highest level. Usually not for long, but it confirmed my deep conviction that you can achieve (almost) anything in life if you truly believe in it. Provided the goals are realistic. I’m not going to get a talk show on the BBC. Let alone some feel-good show.

You have to know your strengths and especially your weaknesses. The same is true for Cambuur.

Becoming national champions is not in the cards, unless some sheik with a sunstroke or some Russian with Korsakov syndrome decided to invest millions in the club. Let’s face it, that’s not going to happen. That means dealing with the limitations of being a Cambuur fan. That’s true for many football fans in general.

‘You’re not Feyenoord supporter because it’s fun’ as Gerard Cox once famously put it. That dates back to before the time when Giovanni van Bronckhorst collected five cups in four years, including the national championship. By Feyenoord standards, its supporters have had some very good years recently, despite the disappointing last season. But if you’re really honest, with the exception of the very best clubs, there are few clubs who you would support because it’s fun. With clubs like AZ, Vitesse, FC Utrecht, or SC Heerenveen, there might be occasional unexpected successes, but usually it’s the top teams that get the important prizes. Ajax and PSV in particular have been at the very top for years. Still, that desire never goes away and it makes you – usually against your better judgement – hope that something magical will happen. Winning the national cup or turning heads in Europe. That desire is at the very core of our being. Buddhism teaches that it’s about the journey and not the destination. That makes Cambuur supporters excellent buddhists because they rarely get anywhere. But next season Leeuwarden will make another attempt to get back in the premier division with trainer Henk de Jong. Another year of hope and desire. I love it.

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‘BUDDHISM TEACHES THAT IT’S ABOUT THE JOURNEY AND NOT THE DESTINATION. THAT MAKES CAMBUUR SUPPORTERS EXCELLENT BUDDHISTS BECAUSE THEY RARELY GET ANYWHERE’

Photography Otto van den Toorn

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ORANGE LIONESSES

want to win!

WOMEN’S FOOTBALL IS VERY POPULAR IN THE NETHERLANDS AT THE MOMENT. THE ORANGE LIONESSES CROWNED A FANTASTIC TOURNAMENT IN THE NETHERLANDS WITH THE FIRST EUROPEAN TITLE IN THE HISTORY OF DUTCH WOMEN’S FOOTBALL AND QUALIFIED FOR THE 2019 WORLD CUP IN FRANCE. THE NATIONAL TEAM’S SUCCESS ALSO HAS AN EFFECT ON LOCAL CLUBS. THE KNVB PROUDLY ANNOUNCED A 2.79-PERCENT INCREASE IN THE NUMBER OF FEMALE MEMBERS.

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Football is the fastest growing sport among girls and women. And we get why! Six reasons to sign up your daughter or yourself at a football club today.

1. Fit, fitter, fittest One hour of working out in a gym is torture for many people, but 90 minutes outside on the field will just be a fun game. That you want to win! Better stamina and a healthy body just come with the fun.

OKAY, OUR MEN ARE GOOD TOO, BUT THE WOMEN ARE THE BEST! NOT ONLY DID THEY JUST WIN THE WEURO 2017, THEY ALSO PUT AN END TO ALL THE PREJUDICE AND TABOOS. TOP-LEVEL GIRL POWER AND EMPOWERMENT

2. Being together If you see each other two or three times a week, working toward a nice goal (becoming champions), you’ll quickly form a bond. Team sports can result in very close friendships.

3. It’s the best game in the world Sure, there are more important things than a game of football, but it’s the best possible way to relax. With lots of laughs as well as blood, sweat, and tears. As sports presenter Kees Jansma once said, ‘Football is the most important side issue in life.’ Plus, you’ll be able to contribute in conversations about offside, transfers, VAR, Virgil van Dijk’s defensive technique and other football matters.

4. It strengthens you mentally If you can stand your own on the field, it’ll give you a lot of confidence of the pitch as well.

5. The Dutch Women’s team is doing well Okay, our men are good too, but the women are the best! Not only did they just win the Weuro 2017, they also put an end to all the prejudice and taboos.

Top-level girl power and empowerment.

6. And if you’re at the club anyway...

You can cheer on those handsome guys, from the men’s team.

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DURING THE PAST TEN YEARS, THE NUMBER OF FEMALE KNVB MEMBERS GREW FROM 100,000 TO 150,000, MAKING WOMEN’S FOOTBALL THE FASTEST GROWING SPORT IN THE NETHERLANDS

The facts are impressive: Lieke Martens plays

organised in 1896. The British Ladies Football

focus on football full time. The semi-final against

for Barcelona, Vivianne Miedema and Dominique

Club were going to play a number of Sparta ladies

England was the first time women’s football was

Janssen for Arsenal, Manon Melis for Malmö in

recruited in Rotterdam, but this was forbidden by

broadcast live by the Dutch public broadcasting

Sweden, and Stephanie van der Gragt plays for

the Dutch Football association. Despite a number

organisation. Over 1,750,000 people saw the

Ajax. All highly respected names, with Lieke as

of attempts to get women’s football of the ground

Netherlands lose in extra time.

winner of the Women’s Ballon d’Or, together with

– in 1955 a Dutch Women’s Football Association

the living legend Ronaldo. Miedema has recent-

was founded – the KNVB didn’t lift the general ban

From the twenty-three players in the national

ly been named Player of the Year in the Premier

until 1971.

team, twelve are pros at European top clubs such

League. And to think that women’s football wasn’t

as Arsenal, FC Barcelona, Bayern Munich, and

taken very seriously for a long time. Training in

TOP SPORT STATUS

Liverpool. In a wider sense women’s football has

men’s hand-me-downs and trainers who did it ‘on

Ten years later Bert van Lingen became the first

also been increasing in popularity. During the past

the side’ were common.

full time national coach of the Orange Liones-

ten years, the number of female KNVB members

ses. His wife Vera Pauw was the driving force

grew from 100,000 to 150,000, making women’s

Luckily there now are professional facilities,

behind the Dutch Women’s Premier Division that

football the fastest growing sport in the Nether-

stadiums, and matches are broadcast live. Has

started in 2007 with clubs like ADO The Hague,

lands.

women’s football finally achieved the respect it

SC Heerenveen, and FC Twente. From that mo-

deserves? Or is there still a long way to go?

ment, the women got an expense account and

Defender Merel van Dongen, player at Real

officially became semi-pros.

Betis, in an interview at Ajax: ‘As a little girl, I didn’t

STORMY RISE

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have a heroine to look up to, and there weren’t

Women’s football is developing rapidly. For over

The 2009 Women’s Euro in Finland was crucial for

any women’s teams to go see play. I dreamt of

75 years women and football were a combina-

further development. With Pauw as their coach,

playing for Ajax, but they didn’t have a women’s

tion that was taboo at the Dutch football asso-

the Orange Lionesses debuted at a final tourna-

team yet. Now I sometimes realise that my team

ciation KNVB, where the belief was ‘Football is

ment and made it to the semi-finals. With that, the

mates and me are now the heroes of young girls

only a women’s sport if they’re in the audience.’

players achieved ‘top sport status’, which came

who want to play football or reach the top. I think

The first women’s match in the Netherlands was

with funding from the NOC*NSF, allowing them to

that’s wonderful.’

Money honey!

It’s clear that women’s football doesn’t involve as much money as men’s football. Orange player Lieke Martens had a dream transfer to Barcelona and did very well financially. But how does that compare to other female players? This is the top ten of the highest earning women footballers (2018): 10. Laure Boulleau: plays for PSG in her own country. There she makes 51,000 euros.

9. Jonelle Filigno: plays for Sky Blue FC. The Canadian makes 51,000 euros there.

8. American goalkeeper Hope Solo: plays at Seattle Reign. There she makes 56,000 euros.

7. The Swedish Nilla Fischer: plays for VfL Wolfsburg. She makes 58,000 euros there.

6. Amandaline Henry: plays for Portland. The French midfielder earns 60,000 euros there.

5. Nicole Banecki: plays for FC Freiburg in her own country. There she makes 77,000 euros.

4. Sydney Leroux: plays for Kansas City in her own country. This clubs pays her 79,000 euros.

3. LIEKE MARTENS: plays for Barcelona, where she’s rumoured to get 200,000 euros.

2. American Alex Morgan: plays at Olympique Lyon. The striker makes 386,000 euros there.

1. The Brazilian Marta Vieira da Silva. She plays for Orlando Pride where she makes 429,000 euros.

The figures come from the Spanish Sports newspaper AS and refer to the previous football season. Sponsor income not included

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LET’S RACE! IN 1939 CAR RACES WERE HELD ON A STREET CIRCUIT IN

ZANDVOORT. THE SUCCESS OF THIS CONVINCED THE MAYOR THAT A PERMANENT CIRCUIT WOULD BE AN ASSET TO ZANDVOORT. THE FIRST GRAND PRIX OF THE NETHERLANDS TOOK PLACE IN ZANDVOORT, AND TOOK PLACE HERE FOR MANY, MANY YEARS AFTER. LEGENDS SUCH AS LEWIS HAMILTON AND AYRTON SENNA HAVE DRIVEN HUNDREDS OF LAPS HERE AND THERE HAVE BEEN MANY OTHER VERY EXCITING RACES. ALSO, THERE WILL BE A LOT OF GOOD THINGS FOR THE FUTURE.

After the circuit opened in 1948, the dune track was host to multiple Formula 1 Grand Prix races.

The construction of the circuit was delayed significantly by the start of World War Two. Van Alphen managed to convince the occupying forces that this ribbon of asphalt was useful, because they could use it as a parade street when they won the war. When the war ended, construction of the track continued. The first race was held there on 7 August 1948. The winner was Prince Bira of Siam. A year later, another event was organised under the name ‘Grand Prix of Zandvoort’. Luigi Villoresi won it in his Ferrari.

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The ‘Tarzan bend’ is the best-known bend of Circuit Zandvoort. The official explanation for the name ‘Tarzan bend’ is as follows: where the circuit nowadays is, there used to be allotment gardens. They had to make place for the circuit, but one owner of a garden did not want to give up his place. The owner, who was a big guy and was named Tarzan in the village, decided to only give up his spot if the bend were named after him. According to some, this is a made-up story and the bend would owe its name to the movie ‘Tarzan of the apes’ that was very popular shortly after the Second World War. What we certainly know is that this bend is known for the many exciting actions that have taken place.

AND THAT HAS NOT GONE UNNOTICED, WITH THIS YEAR’S RENEWED STRONG RUMOURS THAT OUR SMALL NATION COULD POSSIBLY HOST A FORMULA 1 GRAND PRIX AGAIN SOON. FIVE-TIME FORMULA 1 WORLD CHAMPION LEWIS HAMILTON HAS EXPRESSED HIS ENTHUSIASM ABOUT A POSSIBLE DUTCH GRAND PRIX AT CIRCUIT ZANDVOORT

In the ’50s, the circuit was renamed the ‘Dutch Grand Prix’.

fans and the residents of Zandvoort were treated to a special

Starting in 1952, it was made part of the official world champi-

anniversary parade in the city centre. The race programme was

onship. Louis Rosier, Alberto Ascari, Juan Manuel Fangio, Stirling

very spectacular, as was the programme flyer with a brief histo-

Moss, and Joachim Bonnier all won at least one race in Zandvoort.

rical overview of the most important events at Circuit Zandvoort.

In 2012 the big moment came: The first edition of the Historic

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The sixtieth anniversary was celebrated with anniversary races

Grand Prix Zandvoort, with Formula 1 and Grand Prix cars from

in 2008. In addition to a packed race programme with a mix of

Zandvoort’s racing history. In part to the extra noise allowance

historical racing classes and Dutch Power Pack series, race

days, Zandvoort became increasingly popular.

And that has not gone unnoticed, with this year’s renewed strong

is welcome and for true racing enthusiasts: you can even get your racing

rumours that our small nation could possibly host a Formula 1 Grand

licence at Circuit Zandvoort! The licence exam consists of two parts. The

Prix again soon. Five-time Formula 1 world champion Lewis Hamilton has

theoretical part that tests the rules that apply in motorsport. And the prac-

expressed his enthusiasm about a possible Dutch Grand Prix at Circuit

tical exam that gives future racing drivers a chance to show how fast and

Zandvoort. The Brit has fond memories of the track. He won the Masters

focused they can handle a race car. You can sign up for a racing seminar

of Formula 3 there in 2005.

prior to the KNAF exam. These seminars usually take place on Circuit Zandvoort in winter.

RACING DRIVER FOR A DAY! Bleekemolen’s Race Planet helps every man’s dream come true with a Race Experience. Where else do you get to drive a Ferrari 488 GTB, an Aston Martin Vantage, a Lamborghini Huracan, and a Porsche 911 in a single day? And let’s not forget impressive sports cars such as the Mercedes-AMG GT and McLaren 540C. At Bleekemolen’s Race Planet, anyone with a B driving licence can drive all these and many more spectacular vehicles at Circuit Zandvoort. No instructor in the passenger seat and no speed cameras, just step on the gas and go! There are several other ways to drive on Zandvoort’s circuit yourself. Even your own car or motorcycle

IN 2012 THE BIG MOMENT CAME: THE FIRST EDITION OF THE HISTORIC GRAND PRIX ZANDVOORT, WITH FORMULA 1 AND GRAND PRIX CARS FROM ZANDVOORT’S RACING HISTORY. IN PART TO THE EXTRA NOISE ALLOWANCE DAYS, ZANDVOORT BECAME INCREASINGLY POPULAR #25

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SAND BETWEEN YOUR TOES!

European champions Sanne Keizer and Madelein Meppelink

EVA HEUKENSFELDT JANSEN WORKS AS A PROJECT MANAGER AT TIG SPORTS. IN 2018, TIG SPORTS IN PARTNERSHIP WITH NEVOBO ORGANISED THE DELA EUROPEAN BEACH VOLLEYBALL CHAMPIONSHIP IN APELDOORN, UTRECHT, THE HAGUE, AND ROTTERDAM. SS ROTTERDAM WAS THE MOST SPECIAL LOCATION WHERE THE EVENT TOOK PLACE. EVA TALKS TO US ABOUT WHAT ORGANISING SUCH A LARGE EVENT ENTAILS.

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YOU WORK AT TIG SPORTS AS A

whole bid process, we already spoke to munici-

they would have to take a transfer from and to the

PROJECT MANAGER. CAN YOU TELL

pal governments. We wrote this bid together with

hotel. Now they only had to walk out of their hotel

US MORE ABOUT TIG SPORTS AND

NEVOBO; The Dutch Volleyball Association.

rooms. We had a wonderfully hot summer, so it

YOUR JOB?

We work together very closely. When the bid is

was blue skies every day. Many tourists tried to

‘TIG Sports is a sports marketing agency spe-

granted, you start the actual organisation of the

get seats on the aft deck of ss Rotterdam, hoping

cialised in creating, renewing, and organising

event. Sales has to get to work to ensure they get

to catch a glimpse of a game. That was a great

large-scale, international sports events in the

enough sponsors. Logistics starts drawing up

combination.’

Netherlands. In my current role as project ma-

plans and thinking about how to make it work.’

WHAT DO YOU REMEMBER MOST ABOUT

nager, I’m responsible for the overall progress of the project. Our team consists of different depart-

HOW DOES THE PROCESS CONTINUE?

THE DELA EUROPEAN CHAMPIONSHIP?

ments: sales – they find sponsors and make the

‘You’re there from the moment they start building.

‘The best part was the women’s team that was

deals. Accounting – they manage sponsor con-

A court has to be built, and that involves a lot of

playing there, Sanne Keizer and Madelein Mep-

tracts and are the point of contact for partners.

sand as you might imagine! Around that we need

pelink. They became European champions. I also

Communication – that includes design and arran-

a stadium that also takes at least a week. When

thought it was nice to see what ss Rotterdam

ging everything related to communication before

everything’s ready, you’re the person all the other

did for the Dutch players. They really got special

and during the event, from branding to social me-

parties can turn to. NEVOBO takes care of the

treatment! They won their final game, so they knew

dia. And we have an operations department; they

actual competition aspects. All the group pha-

they had to go to The Hague for the semi-finals.

are responsible for the event’s delivery.’

ses are divided over the four cities, so when you

They didn’t want to go there yet and asked if they

start, you’re mainly ensuring that everything goes

could spend another night on the ship. I really liked

WHAT RESPONSIBILITIES DO YOU HAVE?

smoothly and that any issues are resolved. And

how everything was so well taken care of on ss

‘During the European Championship, I was res-

when the final whistle has sounded, we start ta-

Rotterdam.’

ponsible for operations. I made arrangements with

king everything down.’

the government, venue owners, and took care of the material we needed to organise and manage

THE DELA EUROPEAN BEACH VOLLEYBALL

the event. The entire event is organised under the

CHAMPIONSHIP 2018 WAS HELD AT SS

supervision of the leadership team. Operations

ROTTERDAM.

also decides what can and cannot be promised,

‘That was wonderful in terms of visuals. The play-

so we won’t promise things we can’t deliver a

ers were also very impressed, because they could

hundred percent. We look at things from a com-

just step onto their court in their slippers. Normally

mercial perspective and possibilities. In the end, we make sure the event is ready on time and on budget.’

YOU CONTRIBUTED A LOT TO THE ORGANISATION OF THE 2018 DELA EUROPEAN BEACH VOLLEYBALL CHAMPIONSHIP. THAT HAD A LOT ASPECTS. WHERE DO YOU START? ‘Going back to the actual beginning, it started with submitting a “bid”. A bid is a kind of pitch, in this case to the European Volleyball Association, as it was about a European Championship. In a bid you explain why you want to organise an event, why you think the Netherlands should host it, and you talk about how you would do it. You even include a budget already, which is a bit difficult because you don’t have any sponsors yet. But luckily you

Eva Heukensfeldt Jansen

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FOLLOW ON INSTAGRAM

8x Dutch athletes

INSTAGRAM IS FULL OF AMAZING PHOTOS, AND IT’S ALSO A PERFECT PLATFORM TO GET SOME EXERCISE INSPIRATION. CHECK OUT THE INSTAGRAM ACCOUNTS OF SOME OF THE NETHERLANDS’S TOP ATHLETES!

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ELLEN HOOG

ANOUK HOOGENDIJK

JUTTA LEERDAM

KOEN VERWEIJ

@ellen_hoog

@anoukhoogendijk

@juttaleerdam

@koenverweij

This former field hockey pro

Former football star Anouk

This list would not be complete

Koen is both world skating

now shares cute pictures of her

Hoogendijk took part in

without her; world skating

champion and Olympic skating

sweet daughter Bowie Mae on

‘Expeditie Robinson’ in 2017

champion Jutta! She and Koen

champion! He has a private

her account, as well as delicious

and shows her toughness on her

Verweij are a couple and travel

account, but take it from us,

(healthy) recipes.

Instagram as well. Cool photos,

the globe together. Believe us,

Koen is definitely worth

but also with a feminine and sexy

you don’t want to miss these

following!

touch!

photos.

NADINE VISSER

MATHIEU VAN DER POEL

FATIMA MOREIRA DE MELO

SOUFIANE TOUZANI

@nadine_visser

@mathieuvanderpoel

@fatimademelo

@touzanitv

Another champion; Nadine is

Mathieu van der Poel was the

Former field hockey star, model, and

Touzani is the world famous

the indoor European hurdling

youngest cyclocross world

poker professional Fatima shares

freestyle soccer pioneer. In

champion of 2019. In addition to

champion ever, exclaimed in

a mix of all these interests on her

addition, he is globally seen

that feat, she’s very beautiful and

2015 in Tábor, Czech Republic.

account. With a sense of humour.

as the ‘King of Nutmegs’.

shares behind-the-scenes details

Now, during the Amstel Gold

Guaranteed to make you laugh!

Aubameyang, Aguero, Balotelli,

about her preparation for her

Race 2019, Mathieu let the

Henry, Ronaldinho and many

competitions.

Netherlands explode out of joy

more are amazed at this world-

with his victory.

class street soccer icon.

Photography Joachim de Ruijter

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WestCord Times IN THE NEWS Will you join our team? · Surprise! · Step into the Dutch Golden Age · How tasteful can a book presentation be

THE FINER POINTS OF HOSPITALITY

With fifteen hotels and over a thousand employees, our people are learning, training, and perfecting every day. In order to make sure this all goes according to plan, Joan Hoekstra recently started as Hospitality Trainer within the

WestCord Hotels. She can’t wait to share her experience in the hospitality industry with (new) colleagues and offer a range of training courses. Welcome Joan and best of luck to you!

DARKNESS FOR A BETTER WORLD 30 March, darkness, one hour...

Get the picture? Many hotels took part in Earth Hour, an international event that asks households and businesses to turn off the lights and other electrical equipment for a single hour. The goal is to do something about climate change! At Hotel Jakarta and the Art Hotel Amsterdam the lights were also turned off for an hour, and what’s more cosy than a candle-light dinner?

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STEP INTO THE DUTCH GOLDEN AGE It’s hard to miss when you visit Hotel Delft or when you drive past it: the Step into the Dutch Golden Age banner.

2019 is the year of the Dutch Golden Age in Delft, and many events have been planned. The Dutch Golden Age was a period of huge economic, artistic, and scientific growth.

Nowhere can you see and feel this better than in Delft! The city played an important part in the foundation of the Dutch East India Company and was one of the six cities with A Chamber of the Dutch East India Company.

Photography ANP

SURPRISE!

Royal visitors on Ameland and Terschelling! On 27 March, King Willem-Alexander paid a surprise visit to see a variety of social projects. On Terschelling the King visited the Royal Netherlands Sea Rescue Institution (KNRM) Terschelling Paal 8 and the Natuurlijk Oosterend Foundation. He was also given a tour of the Terschelling Bunker Museum where over sixty volunteers work together to dig up and restore old bunkers. On Ameland he visited Solar Farm Ameland, Holiday Park Klein Vaarwater, and a beach comber’s shed.

AWARDS IN AMSTERDAM

We are so proud! We already knew that we had created something special with Hotel Jakarta, but since the opening it has been raining awards for the design, our inner garden and our Malabar sky bar.

But of course we didn’t do it alone, there are so many people who have contributed to the hotel. So the following awards are not only for us, but also for all partners!

‘Best Hotel and Leisure – Completed Buildings’ on the World Architecture Festival (WAF) 2018

STEAK, MOVE OVER!

A week of awareness about our meat consumption, that’s the focus of the annual National Week without Meat. Meat-eating Dutch men and women were asked to skip the meatballs, steaks, and sausages from 11 to 17 March. Hotel Jakarta Amsterdam made it a little easier. With a specially designed vegetarian menu in Café Jakarta, guests could take part in the Week without Meat without cooking themselves.

The Architecture MasterPrize (AMP) in the category Architectural Design/Green Architecture Best Hotel Bar Awards 2019 in the category ‘Best New Hotel Bar’ ‘Publiek Gebouw van het Jaar 2018’ ‘Interieurbeplanting van het Jaar 2019’ for Copijn Groenaanleg en Beheer ‘Gouden Amsterdamse Architectuur Prijs 2019’

WILL YOU JOIN OUR TEAM? How is it to work for an all-Dutch family business that’s making great strides?

4 April was the day to find that out during the WestCord Recruitment Day. Over two hundred potential new colleagues came to one of the four locations in Leeuwarden, Amsterdam, and Rotterdam for fun workshops, tours, or just chatting about a career at WestCord. We hope to welcome many of you to our hotels soon!

POPULAR BEDMATE (WHO DOESN’T SNORE)

Sharing the sheets with a Robot; it’s quite common at Hotel Delft, and it has been a great success! In 2017, the hotel was the first to introduce the innovative Somnox Sleep Robot. It helps people to fall asleep more easily and sleep deeper. With it, we at WestCord go beyond offering a nice room with a comfy bed. This high-end technology by Somnox enables us to offer our guests an even better night’s sleep. That is why we purchased five brand-new sleep robots to help you sleep even better at the ss Rotterdam, Hotel Jakarta Amsterdam, City Centre Hotel Amsterdam, and the WTC Hotel Leeuwarden as well!

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BEAUTIFUL WORDS FOR LA GRANDE DAME

During the summer months, Derek Otte, Rotterdam’s 2019 city poet, can often be found on board the ss Rotterdam. Looking out over the city from the Lido Terrace, musing about his poetry. In the role of city poet in 2018, he wrote a poem specifically for the ss Rotterdam.

It was called ‘In volle vaart’ (At Full Steam). As a special thanks to Derek, his poem now adorns the staircase at La Grande Dame’s main entrance.

BRAND-NEW BATHROOMS ON THE WADDEN With a (hopefully) fantastic summer around the corner, the WestCord Hotels on the Netherlands’ own sunny islands have to be in top shape. That meant a lot of demolition, renovation, and completion. On Vlieland, Terschelling, and Ameland, a large number of bathrooms got a big makeover. At Hotel Noordsee on Ameland a lot of work was also put into the new Junior Suites. Bring on that summer!

BRICK PUZZLE

As construction on The Market Hotel Groningen is progressing, work on WestCord’s newest addition is also being done in the South of the country. Verbaan Systems in Weert is producing the facade, the bricks of which will be applied in a complex pattern. Quite a job. Just be patient a little longer and soon this facade will set the tone for the hotel and Groningen’s city centre. We can’t wait!

HOW TASTEFUL CAN A

ÉLEVÉ 2.0 BOOK PRESENTATION BE A fresh new change for the eleventh floor of the WTC Hotel Leeuwarden; fine dining restaurant élevé and le bráss will join forces and continue as Restaurant élevé! Lounge, informal, and with a varied menu offering only the best seasonal and local products; that’s what élevé 2.0 is about. What hasn’t changed? The magnificent view of Leeuwarden and our crew’s excellent service!

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17 March was the date when the book ‘Baru Belanda’ was presented at Café Jakarta Amsterdam, a culinary ode to Indonesian cuisine written by Pascal Jalhay. Different guest chefs, including Jaimie van Heije, Syrco Bakker, and Dennis Huwae came to prepare dishes from the book and talk about their personal connection with Indonesia. It was a great lunch with inspiring dishes.

Our own chef prepared one of the amuse-bouches, Bebek Pelalah; candied duck, black nuts (keluak), and mushroom-and-seaweed bouillon.

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WESTCORD’S BEST NATURALLY, WESTCORD ONLY EMPLOYS THE BEST, BUT THERE ARE ALSO A NUMBER OF TOP ATHLETES AMONG THEM. DESPITE THEIR BUSY CALENDAR, THEY ALWAYS MANAGE TO GET TO WORK IN TIME. WE ASKED COVER MODELS SARAH AND DÉJAN HOW THEY COMBINE TOP-LEVEL SPORTS AND WORK. Photography Bastiaan van Musscher

SARAH LOZANO Y SALAS WHEN DID YOU START DANCING?

ages and levels, and we were in the cate-

Sarah: ‘I started dancing when I was ten

gory for under sixteen. I think it’s impres-

years old, so ten years ago. I already train-

sive to make it that far at that age. I don’t

ed a lot back then. Later they asked me

really know a downside, except perhaps

to teach the children at our dance school,

for having to train no matter what.’

and our team signed up for the Dutch jazz dance championship. For that whole time,

HOW DO YOU COMBINE YOUR

we trained twice a week to be at our best

DANCING AND TRAINING OTHERS

and prepare ourselves as much as pos-

WITH YOUR WORK AT WESTCORD?

sible for the championship. It worked out

‘I also work evening shifts at WestCord, so

well in the end since we didn’t have a lot

my dance school knows about that. There

of trouble making it through the champi-

are always others who can take over my

onship qualifiers.’

classes, so that means the kids can keep dancing.’

DID YOU HAVE TO MAKE A LOT OF SACRIFICES TO BECOME SO

HOW DO YOU LIKE WORKING AT

GOOD?

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‘Sometimes. I train every Monday and

‘I enjoy it a lot, particularly giving guests

Thursday night, so I can’t hang out.

a great experience. I work at the recepti-

Competitions are always on weekends, so

on desk of City Centre Hotel Amsterdam.

I often have to cancel on those days or the

Guests talk to us a lot. You hear every-

nights before. That’s a downside some-

thing; when things are going well, or if so-

times, but I enjoy dancing so much that

meone wasn’t completely satisfied. That

I’m willing to do that.’

helps you to improve things. I learn a lot from that.’

WHAT WERE YOUR BEST AND

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WORST MOMENTS IN THE SPORT?

WHAT ARE YOUR PLANS FOR THE

‘My best moment was the Dutch cham-

FUTURE?

pionship. It was an awesome experience.

‘I’m currently studying aviation services,

We made it to third place eventually, so

and I hope to become a flight attendant.

that’s quite an achievement. A champi-

I would love it if I could also combine that

onship like that has different categories for

with dancing.’

DÉJAN BOERSMA WHEN DID YOU START DOING KARATE? Déjan: ‘I started karate when I was eight. I’m twenty-one now, so it’s been thirteen years ago. I wanted to start when I was six, but there was a minimum age of eight, which meant I had to wait a bit. I was really into Jackie Chan and Bruce Lee films and wanted to do what they did. It started pretty gradually. At some point I got my green belt and that was the moment when I started taking it more seriously and wanted to do more with it. I started doing competitions and by the time I was sixteen, I had my black belt. In karate, the black belt is known for the first dan. That was quite an achievement at sixteen, haha. Last December I completed the exam for the third dan. Currently I’m the youngest Dutchman with that dan grade.’

one who founded the style I practice, that was

ting a job there. The work is a lot of fun. I like

an unforgettable experience. Especially since he

being around people, and that definitely suits my

DID YOU HAVE TO MAKE A LOT OF

died just six months after that. I haven’t had any

work as a waiter. And I also really get along with

SACRIFICES?

real low points, luckily. I once wanted to switch

my colleagues. I have good relationships with

‘Luckily I was always able to combine it. Since the

gyms because I thought that was better for me

both the full-time staff and the other weekend

start of this year, there has been one thing I’ve had to

at the time, but I’m glad I didn’t. I talked with my

workers. We like going out for drinks together

give up because I started teaching younger groups

current trainer, and together we agreed that we

after work!

in my gym. They train every Tuesday and Thursday

needed to put in a little more effort. And that’s

afternoon, and now I can’t hang out with my friends

what we did. I’m sure that I have come a lot

WHAT ARE YOUR PLANS FOR THE

after school on those days. Sure, that’s disappointing,

further than I would have if I had switched gyms.

FUTURE?

but teaching is a lot of fun too and I get a lot out of it.’

It had a very different atmosphere, so I’m quite

‘In addition to my work at De Wadden and my

happy that I stayed at my current gym.’

sport, I’m in school. I want to become an English

WHAT WERE YOUR BEST AND WORST

teacher, so that’s my future. As long as I can still

MOMENTS IN YOUR SPORT?

HOW DO YOU COMBINE YOUR KARATE

combine everything, I hope to continue working

‘My best moments were definitely the international

WITH WORKING AT WESTCORD?

at De Wadden. For karate, I hope to get more

training camps. My first one was in Austria in 2015

‘So far the combination works out well. I work at

training and courses, so I can also instruct

and the second one in Slovakia in 2017. I was the only

Hotel De Wadden during holidays and the week-

adults. That’s something that really appeals to

Dutch person at the one in Slovakia. There I trained

ends. I can indicate my availability, so if I have a

me. In addition, I’m definitely planning to get my

with two hundred people from over twenty countries,

competition during a particular weekend, I just

fourth dan, and I’ve always dreamed about trai-

led by three multiple world champions. That was really

say so and we plan around it. Luckily manage-

ning in Okinawa, Japan. That’s the birthplace of

cool! I trained with people from the national teams of

ment generally always approves, and they’re

karate, so training there under the guidance of a

Austria, Slovakia, Sweden, and others. It was a very

very understanding.’

Japanese grandmaster would be awesome!’

special experience. Another highlight was in 2014.

Within karate there are different styles, and the foun-

HOW DO YOU LIKE WORKING AT

der of the style I practice, Yoshimi Inoue, came to the

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Netherlands for a training camp. I took part in that.

‘I’ve been working at Hotel De Wadden for about

Training under a Japanese grand master like him, the

a year and half now, and I’ve never regretted get-

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TIME TO CELEBRATE!

AFTER CELEBRATING OUR FIFTIETH ANNIVERSARY LAST YEAR, AS WELL AS THE TENTH ANNIVERSARY OF HOTEL DELFT, THREE HOTELS ARE UP THIS YEAR. HOTEL SCHYLGE ON TERSCHELLING CAN BLOW OUT AN IMPRESSIVE 25 CANDLES. THE FASHION HOTEL IN AMSTERDAM AND THE WTC HOTEL IN LEEUWARDEN ARE BOTH TEN YEARS OLD. TIME TO GIVE THEM THE RECOGNITION THEY DESERVE.

SCHYLGE The story of an enthusiastic young, enthusiastic entrepreneur on Vlieland also spread to Terschelling. Harry Westers was approached for a new hotel in a prominent location – by the only natural bay in the Netherlands, with a view of the Wadden Sea. Harry was enthusiastic and Hotel Schylge’s doors opened on 21 May 1994.

During its 25 years, the hotel stole the hearts of many guests. They also recruited top chef Ton van Scheppingen – he has elevated the restaurant to

The Fashion Hotel will be organising an Open Day on 6 July with a fun party to

the next level and retired – there have been countless renovations, a renewed

celebrate the anniversary with everyone. Wijnand Fockink, the famous tasting

bowling alley, a new wellness centre, and a beautiful exhibition of the Wadden

room will be developing a unique gin, especially for the Fashion Hotel. Cheers

World Heritage with all rooms having been decorated with the rich flora and

to that!

fauna this region’s nature has to offer. Schylge is ready for the next 25 years!

Of course we celebrate a party and the guests are also put in the limelight.

FASHION A new district was to be built in Amsterdam-West, just inside the ring. The Andreas Ensemble, with modern flats and a luxury appearance to put this part of Amsterdam on the map. One of the conditions was that it had to have The Emporio Armani fashion show during the opening of the Fashion Hotel

a big hotel to complete the picture. Harry Westers was up for it, but filling 260 rooms just before the recession was not easy. It all worked out and the hotel opened in July of 2009. Many photo shoots and fashion shows followed.

WTC HOTEL The WTC in Leeuwarden was under construction, and it needed a hotel. The management got in touch with Harry and that was the start of their partnership. In 2013 WestCord Hotels took over the exploitation of the Froukje State restaurant and moved it to the eleventh floor and renamed it élevé. We were allowed to take the Michelin star with us! In 2016 we started with the renovation of the meeting rooms, making it possible for us to receive 2,100 guests in beautiful new surroundings. And there’s more big news; élevé is going in a new direction. Less formal with a new look and feel and a new menu. Read more about it in ‘WestCord Times’.

In Leeuwarden there are also fun plans for their tenth anniversary. The now famous WestCord Thursdays in Delft go international! Well, almost, as we’re now starting Thursdays in Leeuwarden too this summer! We’re also presenting a unique anniversary beer during the anniversary celebrations. There will be an open day for neighbours and anyone who is interested in getting a look behind the scenes and other fun activities.

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WESTCORD SPORTS CALENDAR IT’S GOING TO BE A LOVELY SUMMER FOR SPORTS. WILL YOU BE PUTTING YOUR BEST FOOT FORWARD TOO? JOIN ONE OF THE MANY SPORTING EVENTS IN THE NETHERLANDS THIS SUMMER. WE’VE MADE A LIST OF THE BEST ONES.

Photography Joachim de Ruijter

WILL YOU JOIN US?

MAY 31 2019

SHOWS OF STRENGTH ON THE WADDEN SEA The Harlingen-Terschelling Rowing Race requires a lot of elbow grease. The spectacle will begin again in the Harlingen harbour on Friday 31 May. From there, 140 rowboats will make the crossing to Terschelling.

Photography Eize Hoekstra

WWW.SLOEPROEIEN.NL

JUN 21 2019 GO MAARTEN! He’s going to do it again, swim legend Maarten van der Weijden. In order to raise as much money for cancer research as possible, he will once again dive into the Frisian waters for his eleven-city swim tour. Although he was forced to break off his incredibly demanding swim after 163 kilometres (out of 200) last year, the whole country was no less proud of its Maarten. He raised a wonderful five million euros. On 21 June 2019 Maarten will do his second attempt. WWW.11STEDENZWEMTOCHT.NL

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JUN 29-30 2019 BEACH VOLLEYBALL AND FESTIVITIES ON AMELAND A regular item on the Ameland sports calendar is certainly Beach Volleyball Circuit. With over 150 courts and thousands of players from many different nationalities, it’s one of the largest beach volleyball events in the world! In addition to recreational matches on the golden beaches of Ameland, the best Dutch beach volleyball players will be playing actual premier division matches. After the game? Party time at Beachclub The Sunset!

JUL 27 - AUG 09 2019

Photography ThomasVaer.frl-Tom Coehoorn

WWW.BEACHVOLLEY.NL

FRISIAN PRIDE AT ITS BEST Every year the tough and beautiful Skûtsjes take over Friesland. The 2019 SKS Championship will be held on the Frisian lakes from Saturday 27 July to Friday 9 August. In the past skûtsjes were used to transport goods such as potatoes, peat, and fertiliser and supply farms. The long, flat hulls of these ships were necessary to navigate shallow waters. These days you can enjoy Skûtsjes racing each other. A sight to see from both the water and the shore. WWW.SKUTSJESILEN.NL

SEP 08 2019 SWIMMING THE AMSTERDAM CANALS Swim the canals in the Dutch capital for charity; 8 September will mark a new edition of the inspiring as well as challenging Amsterdam City Swim. Almost three thousand swimmers will collect as much money as they can to help fund ongoing research into ALS. There still is no cure for the fatal motor neuron disease. That’s exactly what motivated Nico Evers, General Manager at Hotel Jakarta Amsterdam, to jump into the water last year for the fifth edition in a row. The money is so desperately needed! It’s very likely that Nico will get into the Amsterdam canals again this year. WWW.AMSTERDAMCITYSWIM.NL

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SEP 21-22 2019 THE AMSTERDAM RUN No list of the biggest marathons in the Netherlands would be complete without the Dam tot Damloop in the capital city of Amsterdam. In fact, with 35,000 runners it’s the biggest one of its kind. The 33rd edition of this runners’ valhalla will take place in September with a traditional distance of ten English miles from the centre of Amsterdam to Zaandam. For the youngest runners there’s a special Mini Dam tot Damloop!

OCT 06 2019

Photography Het Nationale Park De Hoge Veluwe

WWW.DAMLOOP.NL

RUNNING IN A UNIQUE PART OF THE NETHERLANDS Running + The Hoge Veluwe = a great day guaranteed! In recent years, the Hoge Veluwe Loop has grown into an annual tradition for young and old. The fifteenth edition will be held on Sunday 6 October. Highly recommended for sports enthusiasts who also love nature! The run starts at the service building of National Park the Hoge Veluwe in Hoenderloo, and you can choose the distance that best suits you. Will you run the 5K, or do you think you’re up for the half marathon? The beautiful surroundings are always included!

WWW.HOGEVELUWE.NL

NOV 02-03 2019

BEAR ON THE RUN! When we say, ‘One of the most beautiful and certainly toughest marathons in the Netherlands,’ you say, ‘Where can I sign up?’ We are talking about the Berenloop on Terschelling – a running spectacle for the toughest runners. Face the wild Terschelling landscape, from the soft sands to the heart of the forests.

Almost everyone on Terschelling is involved in the Berenloop: participating, volunteering, or spectating.

And that shows! The smaller edition, Kleintje Berenloop (5 and 10 kilometres), is scheduled on Saturday 2 November. The full marathon will be held on Sunday. WWW.BERENLOOPTERSCHELLING.NL

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Photography Luka de Kruijf

APR 04-05 2020 THE BEST MARATHON IN THE NETHERLANDS! It’s still a bit of a wait, but the fortieth edition of the NN Marathon Rotterdam is planned for the weekend of 4 and 5 April 2020. The world’s best runners as well as runners from the Netherlands and many other countries experience the extraordinary finish on the famous Coolsingel every year. But do you know what makes the Rotterdam Marathon so beautiful? The over 950,000 spectators along the course! In whatever capacity you’ll be running the Netherlands’ most beautiful marathon, there are suitable classes for everyone. From Kids Run

Foto Wim Haze

to Business Run and from 1 kilometre to the full 42. WWW.NNMARATHONROTTERDAM.NL

APR 2020

VLIELAND AS YOU’VE NEVER SEEN IT The beautiful scenery of Wadden gem Vlieland is perfect for running. Since 2013, running enthusiasts have had the Vuurtorenloop, which includes a race in two distances: five nautical miles (9.5 kilometre) or ten (18.5 kilometres). Take on the forest, village, and of course the Lighthouse dune, quite a climb with 43 metres of elevation. Interested in a truly special tour that will show you Vlieland in a way you’ve never seen it before?

Join one of the evening walking tours. A wonderfully lit route will let you experience the island in unique ways.

Photography Mooi! media & more

WWW.VUURTORENLOOP.NL

2020 ONLY THE TOUGHEST NEED TO APPLY! Fit MTBers can ride to their heart’s content in Salland at the Dutch Masters of MTB. The ultimate challenge?

Ride two hundred kilometres in sixteen hours and discover the most beautiful as well as most brutal routes in Overijssel. Expect the best rated single tracks, the toughest climbs, and as much as one thousand metres of elevation. Sounds like something you’d enjoy? The third edition of Dutch Masters of MTB was held in March.

Keep an eye on their website for the 2020 edition! WWW.DUTCHMASTERSOFMTB.NL

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THE MARKET HOTEL

MID-2020 THE MARKET HOTEL WILL OPEN ON THE MOST PROMINENT SPOT IN GRONINGEN. ADJACENT TO THE MOST FAMOUS SQUARE IN THE NORTH, THE GROTE MARKT. WITH NEIGHBOURS SUCH AS THE DRIE GEZUSTERS, THE MARTINITOREN, AND THE GRONINGER FORUM, WE’RE IN GOOD COMPANY IN WHAT THE LOCALS CALL ‘GRUNN’. THE BUILDERS ARE WORKING HARD, AND THE PROJECT IS PROGRESSING STEADILY. TIME TO GIVE YOU A LITTLE MORE BACKGROUND INFORMATION ABOUT OUR NEW ADDITION.

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Since 1995 there have been debates and

hotel. They kept in close contact with the munici-

meetings about the overall reconstruction of the

pality about who was going to run it. The hotel was

north side and the east side of the Grote Markt

eventually granted to WestCord Hotels.

square. It was going to include an underground car park. The plans were rejected at the first re-

Architect Thomas Müller was responsible for de-

ferendum in 2001. In 2005, green light was finally

signing the facade. It was important that the city’s

given to implement the plans. A large, spectacular

locals got a say in the final design. Müller presen-

building with international allure, that was the goal

ted his sketches during the Let’s Gro event in No-

for the Groninger Forum. The construction of the

vember of 2016. The final design is a combination

‘pyramid with a keyhole’ began in 2011 and will be

of a traditional stepped gable and a modern, sleek

finished and open to the public by the end of 2019.

facade.

On to the Grote Markt. The construction of the

When it came to the final spot on the east side, the

traffic for the Groninger Forum. On Tuesday 19

Groninger Forum means that the east side will

residents of Groningen were given an even bigger

June 2018, alderman Paul de Rook, Harry Wes-

also have to be moved forward, by as much as

say. They were given the opportunity to choose

ters, Marcel Schipper (director of VolkerWessels

17 metres. One of the consequences is that the

between three projects in a public survey. Merckt

Vastgoed) and Wout van Vilsteren (director of

Grote Markt will become slightly smaller and there-

was the clear winner. The first three floors consist

Rottinghuis) raised four flags to signal the start of

fore more intimate. The square will go back to the

of a large food hall with microbreweries. The ones

construction of The Market Hotel.

shape and size it had before World War Two. The

above will feature luxury city apartments and a

demolition of the existing buildings began in 2012.

roof terrace. The plans for the east side are now

It’s quite a challenge to realise an ambitious project

The new Vindicat building was completed in 2014.

complete!

like this in Groningen’s busy city centre. For that

Webcam: April 16th 2019

reason they use as little scaffolding as possible, reThat means there are two projects left. The plans

CONSTRUCTION PROGRESS

ducing the strain on traffic and locals. Construction

for the new east side included a hotel project with

Start of The Market Hotel’s construction would

started with pouring the basement floor. And in or-

a large restaurant. It was clear that construction

have to wait a little longer. That’s because the

der to make the hotel earthquake proof, that meant

company VolkerWessels was going to build the

future site of the hotel was used by construction

pouring a thousand cubic metres of concrete to create a metre thick floor. This meant an actual traffic jam of concrete mixers lorries in the heart of Groningen. A gas connection was not necessary, because it will be an all-electric hotel! After that we could finally make vertical progress. It’s expected that the highest point will be achieved before the national construction workers’ holiday period.

The construction site isn’t the only place where people are working hard. In Oude Pekela, where Harry Westers was born, they are producing the bricks for the hotel’s facade. This completes the cycle. The bricks are than applied in complex, prefab brickwork facade elements. These determine the face of both the hotel and the heart of the city.

When they’re ready, this prefabricated facade is simply placed against the building. By early 2020, we’ll be able to go inside and start finishing it. And by mid-2020, we and Groningen will have another gem to be proud of.

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KIDS & TEENS The sports edition!

THIS EDITION IS ALL ABOUT SPORTS WE CAN ENJOY TOGETHER. SAILING, VISITING A FOOTBALL STADIUM, OR GETTING SOME SUMMER EXERCISE... YOU NAME IT! JOIN US!

FRIESLAND SAILING CAMP

The beautiful Frisian lakes are perfect for sailing. And don’t underestimate it; it’s a real sport that requires a lot of effort and that can teach you a lot. So it’s not surprising that there are plenty of sailing schools in Friesland that can help you master this fine art. Together with other kids your age, you’ll be enjoying a week of sun, sailing, wind, water, and other fun activities. Does this sound really cool to you, but you don’t have any sailing experience yet? In that case you’ll start in an Optimist, a small sailing boat that will make it easy for you to learn the basics of sailing. After that you’ll progress to a Valk, and when you’re really advanced, you’ll be sailing a Laser. At the end of the camp you’ll go home with an actual sailing diploma.

VISIT A FOOTBALL STADIUM

Do you have a football idol? Or are you a big fan of one of the Eredivisie clubs? It’s very likely that you can get a behind-the-scenes tour! Visit the Ajax dressing room, walk through PSV’s player tunnel, and visit the press room at Feyenoord. There’s a good chance the mascot will be around to take a picture with. Who knows, you might even catch a glimpse of one of our football heroes!

FUN SUMMER SPORTS Summer is the time when we all like to be outdoors. There’s always something to do; on a field of grass, on the beaches, or in the water. Isn’t that wonderful?

Tug of war

Badminton

It’s a game you can play anywhere, but

The Waboba is a ball that can bounce

Two rackets and a shuttle, that’s

the beach is definitely the best place

very high and fast on water. Awesome

all you need. Make it even more

for it. Dig yourself in and don’t give

for holidays, but be mindful of the

challenging by trying to break a new

up! Make sure you have a referee who

people near you!

record for the longest rally!

can fairly judge who the winner is.

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#WESTCORD @ social media

WHAT’S GOING ON IN THE WORLD OF WESTCORD HOTELS? CHECK IT OUT ON OUR FACEBOOK AND INSTAGRAM VIA @WESTCORDHOTELS. DO YOU HAVE A GREAT PICTURE OF YOUR STAY AT A WESTCORD HOTEL? PLEASE SHARE IT WITH US AND, WHO KNOWS, YOUR PHOTO MIGHT APPEAR IN THE NEXT MAGAZINE!

Let the party begin! @BADHUYS

Strike a pose @KLARAKASAPOVMANCEVA

Cheers! @SUMATRAGODDESS

They know how to celebrate birthdays at Fashion Hotel Amsterdam Now this is the way to enjoy the Veluwe!

Coffee, what would we do without it?

@WESTCORDHOTELDEVELUWE

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Who wouldn’t love to wake up to this view?

Cake, because it’s always someone’s birthday somewhere!

Cruising along the quay

@REDCZUS

@WESTCORDWTCHOTEL

@CRISTIANONTOUR

@WESTCORDFASHION

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Fashion show? Steal the show together @MOOIJENART

Did you know that from some rooms in Hotel Delft, you can see the Rotterdam skyline? @WESTCORDHOTELS

Royal visitors on Terschelling, that deserves a ride on the rescue boat @THEDUTCHROYALS

Do you know our excellent FAYR bath products yet?

SHARE YOUR EXPERIENCE! WITH US!

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Welcome to the jungle! @HOTELJAKARTA.AMS

The end of a lovely day on Vlieland @PETERAPERSFOTOGRAFIE

Windy day on ‘La Grande Dame’ @DANIELABISSCHOPS

Sleeping underneath a unique work of art? It’s possible at Art Hotel Amsterdam

Wait, we know this magazine

Getting lost in Delft’s beautiful alleyways

@FRANCYDELILLO

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HOTEL STORIES

BY BERT KOMMERIJ forth across the square from left to right and then

It is not clear whether she understands me, but

silent again. The other guests are still sleeping in

she gets the meaning of my words. After five

their rooms, but these people wave their arms

minutes the first step follows, again a few minutes

slowly through the air. As I move on to the third

later the second. And so I shake her hand after ten

planter, I notice that I too slowly started moving

minutes and congratulate her on this victory.

my balance from my left leg to my right leg. The bamboo rustles from the water.

Applause rises from below.

The fourth planter.

Some colleagues put on their pedometer and smart watches at the start of the day and compare It is seven o’clock in the morning and the sun rises

the positions at the end of their service. Otherwise,

just above the ‘Oranje’ locks in fifteen minutes.

you will not realize that you travel about 15 kilome-

On the other side of the water, in the city, there is

ters a day. We are top athletes! Although now, I am

noise, getting louder and louder. The sea lions in

standing still, I hardly move.

the Artis Zoo call for their breakfast, or a partner.

The wind is blowing in the right direction.

One day later. Floortje draws my attention to a girl who intends to cross the glass bridge on the sec-

It is time to water the bamboo outside. For the first

ond floor. She doesn’t dare. Even in the restaurant

time since October. Hot days are coming and they

people look up. She has been standing there for a

need some. As I roll out the garden hose and start

while, with her hands on the hand-rail. She care-

with the first planter, a group of ten Chinese guests

fully puts one foot on the glass. And then back.

gather on the square in front of the hotel. It is a

Floortje has already made an effort, in vain. ‘You

large family in transit. Grandpa, grandma and all

may succeed,’ she says.

grandchildren are present. They are probably waiting for the bus, although none of them carry a bag

When I reach the second floor I see that it is the

or jacket. Then one of the men conjures up a small

youngest of the Tai Chi family. Yesterday, every

box and the group starts their first exercise under

now and then her movements lagged behind the

the guidance of traditional Tai Chi music.

elderly, but she did her best. Not embarrassed.

There is the sun.

Now she is frozen, staring like a doll with a frightened face down where today’s newspapers are,

The sky is full of blue and yellow. The few clouds

the original travel boxes, the ivy, which is doing

that are there are changing from grey to pink.

better and better.

‘Pling plong.’

It is clear that she doesn’t dare. Everything in her calls no, but she wants to.

As I continue to the second planter, the family moves like a small colony of flamingos back and

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‘Don’t look at what you fear,’ I say. ‘Ignore it.’

Bert Kommerij has a background in radio and is fascinated by neighborhood initiatives. The same applies to Java island in Amsterdam, where he has been living for years. Ever since the opening in July, Bert has been a host at Hotel Jakarta Amsterdam. He welcomes our guests and shows them around, leads tours, and takes care of all sorts of matters in front and behind the scenes. He writes about his experiences in the hotel for a weekly (Dutch) column that appears every Sundayon the Facebook page of Hotel Jakarta Amsterdam.

F FASHION Sporty chic

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SPORTY SPICE WHAT’S BETTER THAN WEARING SPORTY OUTFITS? COMFY FABRICS AND STRONG MATERIALS; WE LOVE IT!

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Adidas via Net-a-Porter €80

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Dita €475

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WORK IT! FORGOT TO EXERCISE LAST SEASON AND WANT TO CATCH UP? WE’VE MADE A SELECTION OF THE BEST OUTFITS FOR YOU. ENJOY!

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Balenciaga via MR PORTER €1250

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Lululemon €88

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Balenciaga via MR PORTER €725

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Nike x Undercover via MR PORTER €285

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FASHION

LET’S SAVE THE WORLD One cocktail at a time AWARENESS REGARDING PLASTIC HAS BEEN RISING FOR YEARS. NOT JUST AMONG CONSUMERS, BUT IN THE HOTEL BUSINESS AS WELL. IT IS WITH GOOD REASON THAT THE EU RECENTLY DECIDED TO BAN ALL SINGLE-USE PLASTIC STRAWS, CUTLERY, AND PLATES. BUT WHAT IF YOU, AS ‘FASHION HOTEL’, STILL HAVE A SIGNIFICANT SUPPLY OF STRAWS, WHAT WOULD YOU DO? EXACTLY, YOU GIVE YOUR LEFT-OVER SUPPLY OF STRAWS TO DESIGNERS TO CREATE HAUTE COUTURE DESIGNS! THE RESULT WAS A UNIQUE FASHION SHOW.

Our hotel group greatly values sustainability. In

‘We are Fashion Hotel. How cool would it be to

clothes. We found them and 22 February was the

advance of the ban, all WestCord hotels have

organise a fashion show using our supply of

big day. The designers all came up with wonder-

stopped using plastic straws. Instead we’ve

straws? I know the ladies from IamStrawless, a

ful creations and were ready to show their work

switched to a number of alternatives, such as

campaign to rid Amsterdam of plastic straws as

to 120 invited guests. Those guests then got to

paper straws, bamboo, dissolving, edible, and

soon as possible. Together with Paul de Graaf

vote to decide which creation was the winner.

pasta straws. Mehrsa Ghadiri, F&B Manager at

from BooArt, we went looking for designers who

That honour went to David Cadenas with his

WestCord Fashion Hotel, got to work right away:

were willing to volunteer their time to design these

‘Amsterdam by Night’.

Winner: David Cardenas

Starry Night, inspired by Vincent van Gogh’s famous painting

Yvon Koopman Ice dress

3rd place:

Marolyne Forster Future awaredress

‘A creation made with recycled

‘My inspiration came from a recent

‘As a designer, I like to take my

plastic cups, which took over 2,500 cups

exhibition. It featured hand-crocheted

inspiration from pregnant women.

and 80 hours of work. Our team cut each

ribbons of christmas wrapping on figurines.

To me, pregnant women are at their

individual sustainable cup and turned

I associated that with wedding dresses.

most beautiful. I used black straws,

them into flowers. Using as special air-

When creating the exhibition, I had already

empty plastic bags, and cling film.

brush technique, the dress was painted and

discovered the technique and its look.

It took me seven weeks in total.’

decorated to invoke the colours

That led to the idea for a plastic design.’

of Van Gogh’s work.’

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2nd place:

All designers 1.

VAN GOGH David Cradenas 2.

ICE DRESS Yvon Koopman 3.

FUTURE AWAREDRESS Marolyne Forster 4.

BRIDAL COUPLE Marlies van Ooijen 5.

BLACK QUEEN Violletta Riedel 6.

AMSTERDAM BY NIGHT David Cradenas 7.

BLACK CROW Violetta Rieden 8.

FASHION PIECE Earta Varseveld 9.

FASHION PIECE Hannan Demnatie 10.

TWO-PIECE OUTFIT WITH BAG + CAPE Lydie Djamba OTHER NAMES: Rose Demonie Molly Winkelmans Patricia Bénard

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B BEAUTY

This is how you stay balanced

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THE PRE- OR POST-EXERCISE PRODUCTS THAT YOU WANT TO HAVE IN YOUR BATHROOM!

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#1 SUN PROTECTION 2.0

#4 NATURAL & LUXURIOUS

A dry, SPF 30 oil enriched with a tan-

The collection is a natural and luxu-

ning booster resulting in a quicker

rious skincare line formulated with

sun-tanned sheen. Apply the pro-

clean ingredients and certified, orga-

duct evenly before going out into the

nic plant extracts that offer extraor-

sun. Reapply it regularly, especially if

dinary results. The cactus fig, the

you’ve been sweating, swimming, or

star ingredient of this collection, has

towelled off. Contains natural oils that

an intensely hydrating effect and is

nourish the skin and protect against

rich in vitamin E (150 percent more

premature ageing as a result of UVA

than argan oil!), unsaturated fats, and

and UVB radiation. A dry oil that’s

contains more anti-oxidants than any

quickly absorbed by the skin and

other plant. The generous, natural

doesn’t feel sticky or greasy. €18.50

formulas have luxurious textures that stimulate the senses, are quickly ab-

#2 AFTER SUN

sorbed by the skin, and offer results

A soft, hydrating lotion that clams

without using harmful ingredients or

and softens the skin after sunning

preservatives. This two-part scrub

and makes your tan last longer. Ap-

will result in ultra-soft and smooth

ply the product generously after ex-

lips. Beautiful lips without lipstick!

posure to the sun. These luxurious,

€49.99

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absorbed quickly by the skin. Your

#5 BYE WATERPROOF MAKE-UP

skin will be hydrated, smooth, and

This mild and skin-friendly formula

supple. With organic white tea and

effectively removes even long-las-

concentrated ginkgo biloba extract,

ting and waterproof make-up. Phi-

a powerful anti-oxidant. €15.50

losophy the Purity has made the best skincare even easier. Now you

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can remove all traces of make-up,

Estée Lauder introduces the new

including stubborn long-lasting and

Violette Oh Naturelle! collection, a li-

waterproof make-up in a mild yet ef-

mited edition make-up collection by

fective way, without having to strain

Global Beauty Director, Violette. With

your eyelashes. Experience a healthy

playful textures and tones that flatter

and fresh skin that feels comfortable

THAT WATERPROOF MASCARA WILL HELP YOU GET

all skin tones, this collection consists

– without traces of make-up or other

THROUGH THE SUMMER IS NOTHING NEW. BUT

of an eye shadow palette, a face

impurities. €25

PERHAPS YOU HAVEN’T HEARD OF SOME OF THESE

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ESPECIALLY FOR SUMMER. WE MADE A SELECTION

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FOR YOU!

mer! Prices start at €34.50

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SIMPLE AND STYLISH, THESE PRODUCTS ALSO OFFER SOLUTIONS FOR MEN’S SKINCARE ROUTINES!

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ideal product for you. It offers a high

A luxurious, nutritive, and organic

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lip balm full of anti-oxidants and vi-

through a combination of UV filters.

tamins. The rich formula keeps your

The spray contains plant-based

lips hydrated and soft. Water melon

oils and aloe vera that nourish and

seed extract is rich in vitamins that

sooth the skin. The ingredients also

protect the cell structures of the lips

ensure that the skin tans easily and

that protect against free radicals.

that the tan lasts longer. The product

Shea helps to hydrate, argan boosts

contains vitamin E and its wonder-

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ful tropical scent will put you in the

and improves the elasticity of the

mood for summer straightaway.

skin. This lip balm lasts a long time

€8.99

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as you only need a small amount per treatment and because of its rugged

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body, so it’s important to protect it

This is a non-greasy hand cream

properly. Kruidvat Solait Face BB

full of hydrating, plant-based ingre-

Cream SPF30 High offers a 3-in-1

dients that sooth dry, rough hands

formula. The product is a day cream,

and cuticles. Can also be used for

foundation, and sunscreen in one.

feet. Cold-pressed orange rind oil

It has been specifically developed

contains powerful anti-oxidants that

for the face, neck, and chest. The

make the skin soft and supple. Rose

product contains added TagraCaps:

petals and chamomile oil improve

pigment that doesn’t show the true

and hydrate the skin. Aloe vera has

colour of the product until its spread

a calming and very soothing effect.

on the skin. €9.49

Even if you have a sunburn. Omega 3 and 6 from berries improves the

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Shake it in the shower! The new

fully soft. In addition to the soothing

Almond Shower Shake is a shower

effect, this stylish bottle will look

gel made with almond oil and al-

great in your decor! It looks just as

mond milk from the Provence. After

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2019 SPORTS TRENDS DID YOU ALSO START THE YEAR FULLY MOTIVATED WITH A NEW GYM MEMBERSHIP TO REALLY HIT THE WEIGHTS AND RUN 10K ON THE TREADMILL? THERE ARE BETTER WAYS NOW. 2019 IS THE PERFECT TIME TO CHANGE UP YOUR EXERCISE ROUTINE. THESE NEW TRENDS WILL HELP YOU EXERCISE THAT ARE DIFFERENT AND A LOT MORE FUN. SEVERAL CELEBRITIES HAVE ALREADY PRECEDED YOU, SUCH AS USAIN BOLT AND CARICE VAN HOUTEN!

#1 HIIT HIIT stands for High Intensity Interval Training.

Luckily you won’t lose any or not nearly as much

reasons people give for not exercising as much as

The idea behind a HIIT workout is – as the name

muscle tissue with HIIT workouts. It’s a win-win!

they would like. That’s not a valid excuse with HIIT;

suggests – alternating high-intensity intervals with short periods of relative rest. You can do

3. IT DOESN’T TAKE MUCH TIME

it with pretty much any sport. For example, al-

A lack of time is one of the most frequently stated

ternate 30-second sprints with two minutes of gentle walking. The duration of the HIIT workout is also important: keep it up for twenty minutes! You don’t have to make it longer to make the workout more intense. Simply shorten the periods of rest a little, making the high-intensity intervals a little longer. That way you can easily adjust your workout to your level and goals.

ADVANTAGES 1. THE AFTERBURN EFFECT At first glance, it might seem strange the HIIT is just as effective as longer cardio workouts. Can you burn as many calories with a few minutes of sprinting as with a full hour of running? The answers is simple; yes, you really can. The reason is that HIIT requires a much more explosive, intense effort. Your body will take longer to fully recover after the workout. During that recovery period, you will continue to burn calories. That makes the total amount of energy used almost as high or even higher than with regular cardio.

That doesn’t have this afterburn effect as much, if at all.

2. NO LOSS OF MUSCLE TISSUE One of the pitfalls of cardio is that it doesn’t just burn fat, but muscle mass as well. During (long) cardio workouts, your body will look for more energy, even taking it from your muscle mass.

That’s not what you want. You don’t spend all that time in the gym to lose those gains running.

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one hour a week is enough for impressive results!

#2 BODYWEIGHT-TRAINING This training focuses on strength and impro-

materials, making it a cheap and very efficient form

your arms. When looking at what is a more efficient

ving coordination. It’s achieved through special

of exercise. Certainly worth a try. The advantage

biceps workout, it’s better to pull yourself up doing

movements without the use of weights. The most

of bodyweight training is that you use a lot of dif-

chin ups than spending days curling dumbbells on

important exercise tool will be your own body

ferent muscles at once. When doing a handstand,

a bench. Just lifting the most weights at your gym

and therefore your own weight. It barely uses any

you use a lot more muscles than just the ones in

doesn’t make you the best!

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INHOUD BEAUTY

#3 YOGA All of us are always so busy these days. Exercising on top of all of that is simply not possible for many people. Yoga is a great solution as it combines exercise with relaxation. That’s why yoga is becoming more and more popular every day.

ADVANTAGES 1. MAKES YOU MORE FLEXIBLE One of the best known advantages of yoga is how good it is for your flexibility. Your body will become more agile and vital. This reduces the chance of injuries, and yoga will also help you to improve your balance.

2. STRENGTHENS YOUR MUSCLES Depending on the type of yoga you choose, it can also help strengthen your muscles. Certain positions have to be held for minutes at a time, giving your muscles quite a workout. Don’t be surprised if you feel sore afterwards! Your body is your temple; take care of it. A strong and flexible body is important to be at your best.

3. IMPROVES YOUR POSTURE Due to our lifestyle, we often have bad posture. We sit a lot and often hunched over. That’s generally really bad for our posture.

Yoga helps to make you more aware of your body, and which postures are best for different situations.

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#4 WORK OUT WITH WEARABLES Wearing fitness trackers, smart watches, heart rate monitors, and GPS devices are all the rage.

All these devices can help you monitor your heart rate, calories burned, and time spent sitting. This gives you more insight into your daily activities and makes you more aware of how long you sit.

That could be quite a shock! Are you already a motivated athlete, or do you find it difficult to get sufficient exercise every day? A wearable can help motivate you if you choose one that tells you when it’s time to exercise. You’ll get a sign from your wrist that it’s time to stand up and stretch your legs.

#5 EMS TRAINING EMS training (Electrical Muscular Stimulation) means resistance training using impulses that are transmitted to the skin via a bodysuit. Our nervous system sends this impulse to the major muscle groups, activating these up to 30 percent more than with regular strength training. The deeper muscles that are usually not triggered by our own bodies, will be reached with EMS training. Using EMS training, the body can produce as much as 150 times more muscle contractions compared to regular strength training. This means a 20-minute EMS session is similar in terms of intensity to a three-hour full-body workout at the gym.

It’s the perfect way to exercise quickly and responsibly if you have a busy and hectic life and still want to get fit and stay fit. Several celebrities already use this technology, such as Usain Bolt and Carice van Houten.

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Where are we going?

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INHOUD TRAVEL

THE NETHERLANDS IS A BICYCLE COUNTRY; DO YOU LOVE CYCLING TOO? THESE ARE THE MOST BEAUTIFUL CYCLING ROUTES THE NETHERLANDS HAS TO OFFER. GET ON A BICYCLE AND ENJOY THE DELIGHTFUL SIGHTS THIS COUNTRY HAS TO OFFER!

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Most of us are familiar with the Dam, the Kalverstraat, and the Red Light District. But those won’t be the places you’ll be visiting on Alternative Amsterdam’s cycling tours. They will show you very different—perhaps even more beautiful—parts of the city. This guided three-hour cycling tour of alternative Amsterdam has been specially designed (and priced) for small groups of up to four people. The best thing about it; the tour is always different! Is the sun out? Then you’ll be taken to spots off the beaten path. Discover live music performances, mini festivals, exhibitions, and outdoor markets.

When the sun is shining, Amsterdam comes to life in unique ways. This bike tour is the perfect way to experience that. But this is the Netherlands, so the sun can be a bit shy. Don’t worry! The perfect time to change things up during the bike tour. Alternative galleries, museums, and street art will be the focus now. No matter the weather, your tour will always be led by an enthusiastic guide who is passionate about the city.

Whether it’s amazing street art or a coffeeshop with a unique story!

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Fotografie Jurjen Drenth

TRAVEL

INTO THE WILD ON THE VELUWE The Veluwe likes to welcome cyclists. That

This route of about 52 kilometres partially

becomes obvious at the entrance of park

follows the old Hesse roads, that were

De Hoge Veluwe. Here you can borrow a

used by German merchants from Hesse

white bicycle free of charge. You can of

in the past.

course bring your own bike. Whatever you choose, it’s the best way to explore the

Elburg has another way to experience

surroundings. Discover the expansive fo-

history. From the city canal, you’ll ride to

rests, sand drifts, heathlands, or cosy sur-

the J.P. Broekhovenstraat via the Oude

rounding villages and cities. Speaking of

Bleekseweg. Be sure to stop there at

those surrounding villages, why not cycle

‘Zandverhalen’; one of the largest sand

the Hanseatic route?

sculpture exhibitions in the world. The website ‘Fietsroutenetwerk Veluwe’, you

It looks like time stood still in the Hanseatic

can download the Hanseatic route and

cities of Elburg and Hattem with their

many more fun routes near the Veluwe.

narrow alleys and national heritage sites.

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IT GIET OAN! Why wait until it’s finally cold enough to skate the famous tour again, if you can also do the ‘Elfstedentocht’ on a bicycle? From 26 to 30 August, the Friesland Beweegt Foundation will be organising the 11-City Five-Day Cycling Event. As the name suggests, it is a five-day cycling tour that will take you through eleven historical cities in Friesland. After an intense day of cycling, you will stay the night in the picturesque Earnewâld, resting up to continue to enjoy all Fryslân has to offer the following day. Prefer to explore this legendary route on your own? That’s also an option of course. But doing the tour in a single day does require some experience, as you’ll be riding a whopping 230 kilometres. Quite a challenge! In order to follow (almost) the same route on two wheels as you would on two skates, you’ll start in Leeuwarden. You will continue via Sneek to IJlst, Sloten, Stavoren, Hindeloopen, and Workum. Check; halfway there! Now quickly on to Bolsward, followed by Harlingen, Franeker, and Dokkum. Now back to the Frisian capital, and you’ll have more than earned the legendary Eleven-Cities Cross.

FAMOUS AND INFAMOUS; MARKERMEER LOOP The Markermeer loop is rightfully considered a legendary trip. Past dyke routes, winding roads in North-Holland. Better hope for a tailwind. The scenery at any stage of the route is picturesque and characterised by unique wetlands, wild reed fields, and expansive polders and farmland.

In addition to typically Dutch landscapes, this route will take you past beautiful places. Take the Historical Hoorn and Enkhuizen for example and let’s not forget Volendam. A great opportunity to take a photo dressed in historical attire and eat a herring. A full Markermeer loop means about 170 kilometres of pedalling. When you start from Amsterdam, you ride toward Lelystad. From there, you’ll continue over the Houtribdijk, in the direction of Enkhuizen. Back around the other side of the Markermeer lake and the loop will be complete. You can be as creative with this route as you want. For instance, make it a multi-day trip or do it on an e-bike!

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‘SAIL IS FREE TO THE PUBLIC AND THEY CAN JOIN IN WITH THEIR OWN BOATS, THAT MAKES IT UNIQUE’

SAIL Our sailing heritage during a unique event

SAIL, WITH ITS DECOR OF INTERNATIONAL TALL SHIPS, IS THE LARGEST PUBLIC EVENT IN THE NETHERLANDS. SINCE 1975, SAIL HAS GROWN INTO THE LARGEST, FREE NAUTICAL EVENT IN EUROPE. EVERY FIVE YEARS, OVER SIX HUNDRED SHIPS TRAVEL THROUGH THE NORTH SEA CANAL TO MOOR IN AND AROUND THE IJ HARBOUR. BUT SAIL IS MORE THAN A FIVE-DAY EVENT THAT HAPPENS ONCE EVERY FIVE YEARS. REINEKE BOOT, THE NEW DIRECTOR SAIL EVENTS PARTNERS, EXPLAINS WHAT MAKES SAIL SUCH A UNIQUE EVENT THAT YOU HAVE TO GO SEE.

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WHAT CAN VISITORS EXPECT, AND HOW CAN THEY BE PART OF IT? ‘The theme of SAIL in 2020 is “SAIL connects the whole world”. At SAIL, we show respect and understanding for other cultures. The programming will represent that. This tenth edition of SAIL will be a celebration for everyone: for all the people of Amsterdam and the Netherlands, and online we’ll be involving the whole world for this anniversary edition.’

AND FOR THE VIEWERS AT HOME; ARE THERE ANY LIVE STREAMING EVENTS? ‘The exact programme and how SAIL will be broadcast online is going to be decided over the next few months. The – technical – developments are happening so fast. We want to use the best and latest.’

IS THIS YOUR FIRST SAIL IN THE ROLE OF DIRECTOR? ‘This is my first SAIL as director of SAIL Event Partners. I was given the opportunity to build on the experience of Mitra van Raalten, director of the SAIL Amsterdam foundation. Mitra was one of the driving forces behind SAIL’s success in 2015. I don’t have specific affinity for nautical events, although I did work for the Volvo Ocean Race for almost five years before this. Organising unique, large-scale events; that’s where my interests lie. The teamwork and the boundless enthusiasm required to organise an event of this scale is wonderful to experience. The commitment of the

Reineke Boot

people you work with – from the organisation itself, FOR THOSE UNFAMILIAR WITH IT, WHAT

Sail is a celebration for everyone; for the Amster-

the partners, the indispensable volunteers, to the

EXACTLY IS SAIL?

dam region, for the Netherlands, for the whole

different municipalities and all the ships’ crews of

Reineke: ‘SAIL is an inspiring, exciting, large-scale

world.’

course – that gives me so much energy. It’s truly a

nautical event that is freely accessible. And it’s

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privilege to get to do this.’

held only once every five years. SAIL was first or-

WHAT ARE THE NICEST AND MOST

ganised in 1975 in honour of the seven hundredth

SPECIAL EVENTS FOR SAIL 2020?

WHAT EXACTLY DOES PREPARING SUCH A

anniversary of Amsterdam. This grand spectacle is

‘SAIL Amsterdam 2020 will mainly be about the

BIG EVENT ENTAIL?

celebrated every five years. SAIL Amsterdam 2020

Tall Ships and our sailing heritage. The Tall Ships

‘It’s an enormous challenge. We meet it with a

links the past and the future of the Netherlands. It

were, are, and will be at the core of the event; its

team of committed professionals that has grown

connects countries and nationalities. During Sail,

origin and soul. Every edition we try to bring the

over time. A mix of experienced ‘old salts’ from

dozens of Tall Ships, hundreds of Dutch ships –

most special, iconic ships to Amsterdam. They

previous editions and new people with a fresh per-

our sailing heritage – cultures, and crews from all

could be classic ships, but innovative newcomers

spective in the team. In order to make SAIL hap-

over the world will come together and inspire us.

as well.’

pen, you need people who show initiative and take

that extra step. SAIL Event Partners was founded

mes, the programming of the different oceans, and

fiftieth anniversary of the city of Amsterdam. The

in April 2014 with the goal to organise the SAIL

above all, to get the most special ships to attend.

atmosphere around SAIL feels similar to that of

events and safeguard their continuity. It is a part-

There will be plenty to do for the ships mooring

King’s Day for me: it’s special, you want to be

nership between Stichting SAIL Amsterdam, ACE

in Amsterdam.’

a part of it, you join the crowds, and you enjoy

Concepts & Events and Havenbedrijf Amsterdam

yourself. Just like all those other visitors. “Jovial” is

NV (Port of Amsterdam). In the past, the event had

WHAT WILL BE THE BEST MOMENT FOR

the word that describes the atmosphere of SAIL,

to be built from the ground up every five years.

YOU?

I think.’

Thanks to this new structure, the expertise we had

‘During the preparation and the event itself, you

in 2015 has been retained, and we can now build

try to ensure that everything runs smoothly for

HOW DO YOU SEE THE FUTURE OF SAIL?

on that. On top of that, it helps with financial and

the visitors, the ships, and everyone involved. The

‘In the future too, SAIL has to continue to be one

organisational security in the long run. The main

SAIL-In, when the IJ-muiden locks open and the

of the most appealing nautical events in the world.

goal for SAIL continues to be that pretty much

ships continue their journey through the North Sea

An event where visitors and crews from all over the

everything is freely accessible for visitors. That

Canal toward Amsterdam is very exciting. Strange

world get inspired and that innovative businesses

makes it unique. And it makes SAIL Amsterdam

as it may sound, I think I’ll enjoy it most when the

want to be associated with. Every five years, spe-

the largest freely accessible event in the Nether-

ships head back out to sea from Amsterdam,

cial ships create the heart of the event. Around

lands. Private individuals can sail into the IJ port,

with us and the entire organisation and everyone

that, SAIL will have to reinvent itself every five

walk the quays for free to look at the ships, get

involved hopefully looking back on a successful

years to continue to draw crowds and the part-

on board those ships for free, and experience a

event. And then it’s on to SAIL 2025. That year

ners it needs. If SAIL can continue to connect with

variety of programme elements for free. But a large

we’ll be celebrating the fiftieth anniversary of SAIL

visitors, with partners, and with all parties, SAIL’s

event like that needs to be financed. That’s why we

Amsterdam, as well as the seven hundred and

future is secure.’

need big sponsors who embrace SAIL and use the event for communication with their customers and other stakeholders. The business packages we sell – which allow business to offer unforgettable experiences to their relations – are essential. This

‘THE ATMOSPHERE AT SAIL FEELS SIMILAR TO THAT OF KING’S DAY FOR ME’

is how all those business help pay for keeping this event and our nautical heritage afloat.’

WHAT WILL BE DIFFERENT THIS YEAR COMPARED TO THE PREVIOUS EDITION? ‘Amsterdam is looking for ways to better spread the visitors. As the organisation behind the event, we do our part in that is well. The event area will spread along the north and south banks of the IJ, in the city districts North, East, West, and Centre.

The different areas, the “oceans”, will be even more thematic than during the previous edition. The goal of that is to make and keep the event appealing for a varied target audience. The themes of sustainability, inclusiveness, and talent development will be concretely and relevantly addressed by and during SAIL. Themes that concern many people and play a role for many organisations. We are ambitious regarding our plans to present these the-

SAIL Amsterdam 2020 will take place from 12-16 August 2020.

For more information and official SAIL packages, please visit sail.nl or their Facebook page.

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TOP ATHLETES IN HOTEL NEW YORK

THERE ARE A FEW CITIES AROUND THE WORLD

Rotterdam Topsport focuses on recruiting and organising these high-level sports events,

WHERE SPORT IS SIMPLY PART OF THE LOCAL

but also on supporting sports associations, having sports venues and talent centres built,

DNA. ROTTERDAM IS ONE OF THEM. AN IMPRESSI-

and creating the best possible conditions for talents to perform. Well organised events and

VE TRACK RECORD OF EVENTS WITH INTERNATIO-

Rotterdam sporting excellence increase the sense of pride Rotterdammers feel for their city.

NAL APPEAL, SUCH AS THE START OF THE TOUR

They make the city more appealing to visitors, businesses, and new residents, generating

DE FRANCE, THE ITU WORLD TRIATHLON GRAND

an economic impulse. Hotel New York has been a supporter of Rotterdam Topsport since

FINAL, THE NN MARATHON ROTTERDAM, THE ABN

2017. The link is clear, after all, the hospitality business is an elite sport as well. A regular

AMRO WORLD TENNIS TOURNAMENT, AND THE

working day involves a lot of walking and carrying of things, not to mention a hot day with

CHIO ROTTERDAM. EVERY YEAR, ROTTERDAM

full terraces. Both organisations help to make Rotterdam more appealing. As an icon, Hotel

MANAGES TO GARNER INTERNATIONAL ATTEN-

New York draws many thousands of visitors and serves as a tourist attraction. Rotterdam

TION WITH A RANGE OF SPORTS ACTIVITIES AND

Topsport ensures that the city is attractive to the many large events and tournaments that

EVENTS. WHERE DO TOP VOLLEYBALL PLAYERS

are held in Rotterdam. The more events the city gets, the more interesting it will be for people

MARET BALKESTEIN-GROTHUES AND NIMIR ABDE-

to visit Rotterdam. All those visitors also need food, drinks, and often a place to stay. And

LAZIZ LIKE TO STAY WHEN THEY HAVE A TOURNA-

there are the organisers, sponsors, and participants. They also need a place to stay. That’s

MENT IN ROTTERDAM? READ IT HERE!

something Hotel New York is eager to provide.

Photography FIVB

Maret Balkestein-Grothues Captain of the Dutch women’s volleyball team,

WHAT WAS YOUR FIRST REACTION WHEN

care off. It’s particularly important that we can re-

Maret Balkestein-Grothues, and her team stayed

YOU WERE SELECTED FOR THE

cover well in our hotel. The beds were good and

in Hotel New York in 2017. Every night around

PROFESSIONAL WOMEN’S TEAM?

the food perfect, enabling us to get proper rest.

ten, she and her roommate would order a cup of

‘I couldn’t believe it! The national coach called me

Proper nutrition helps you to recover. I remember

tea from the reception desk. When room service

and told me I could come train with them. That got

that when we had no games for a day, we would

brought up the tea, they usually included six or se-

the ball rolling, and I’ve been active in it ever since.

sit outside on the terrace or ride bikes. It’s such a

ven cookies. Maret tells us about how her passion

I can still remember how happy I was, but pretty

beautiful location! We went on the water taxi, that

became her profession, her exciting week during

nervous as well. So much so in fact that I couldn’t

was a lot of fun as well. You could get on right in

the World Championship Qualifier Tournament,

sleep the day before.’

front of the hotel, so that was really great.’

WHAT MAKES YOU A GOOD OUTSIDE

DID YOU HAVE ANY TIME TO RELAX

HITTER?

DURING THE TOURNAMENT?

HOW DID YOU MANAGE TO TURN

‘Outside hitters have to be able to pass and

‘We always tried to relax and sit outside. We spent

VOLLEYBALL FROM YOUR PASSION INTO

attack, and I think I’m pretty good at both. I’m

a lot of time on Hotel New York’s terrace or went

A PROFESSION?

left-handed, which is quite rare in volleyball. When

across the bridge to visit one of the places there.

‘I did gymnastics when I was in elementary school,

you do see it, they’re usually positioned as right-

Just relax and have a cup of coffee somewhere.’

from when I was six until I was eight. At some point

side hitters, while I’m on the left. I consider myself

all my classmates started doing volleyball. I didn’t

an exclusive player who’s primarily tactically and

THERE’S A LOT OF PRESSURE WITH BIG

want to get left behind, so I joined in. At first I just

technically strong. I think that’s my strength.’

TOURNAMENTS LIKE THE 2017 WORLD

and how she relaxed and was pampered in Hotel New York.

CHAMPIONSHIP QUALIFIER TOURNAMENT.

did it because it was fun, but I soon noticed that I was getting invitations for national teams and to do

IN 2017 YOU TOOK PART IN THE WORLD

HOW DO YOU HANDLE THAT?

extra training on Sundays with other local talents.

CHAMPIONSHIP QUALIFIER TOURNAMENT.

‘I live one moment at a time and look at things one

That’s how I discovered that I had a knack for the

HOW WAS THAT PERIOD FOR YOU?

game at a time. For the 2017 qualifier, we soon

game, and I really wanted to go for it. I wanted to

‘Good! That was our last chance to qualify, and

realised that while our opponents were strong, we

see how far I would get. When I was just thirteen,

that tournament had been brought to the Nether-

were quite a lot better. That meant that we were

my dream already was to play internationally for

lands by the Dutch volleyball federation. We were

soon on a roll and didn’t have to worry too much

the Dutch team. I played on many teams and was

told that we were the only team that got to stay

about the future. We looked at the situation day by

promoted from the junior national team to the nati-

at Hotel New York. It’s the perfect location; we

day and focused solely on that day’s game. That

onal team. By the time I was fifteen, I was already

even got a separate breakfast hall. We had eve-

went perfectly.’

playing in the highest division in the Netherlands.’

rything we needed, and it was all excellently taken

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‘I HAVE A WINNER’S MENTALITY AND A LOT OF PERSEVERANCE. THAT WILL GET YOU FAR’

Nimir Abdelaziz He is also called the best Dutch volleyball player;

WHAT ARE YOUR STRONGEST QUALITIES

AUGUST – YOU AND YOUR TEAM WILL BE

the 2.01-metre tall Nimir Abdelaziz. The 27-year-

AS A TOP ATHLETE?

STAYING IN HOTEL NEW YORK. A VERY

old attacker recently signed a contract with the

‘I have a winner’s mentality and a lot of perseve-

IMPORTANT TOURNAMENT. HOW WILL

Italian Revivre Milano for the 2018-2019 season.

rance. That will get you far.’

YOU PREPARE FOR IT? ‘It is a very important tournament, but we prepare

In August he’ll be representing the Netherlands during the Olympic Qualifying Tournament – during

WHAT’S THE FIRST THING YOU DO AFTER

for it like any other. Starting on 1 May, we and the

this exciting volleyball event, he and his team will

A WIN?

team get together and train hard every day to get

be staying at Hotel New York.

‘The first thing I usually do after a match is visit

in the best possible form for the tournament.’

physiotherapy. Because we often have to play HOW DID YOU MANAGE TO TURN

again within two or three days, a quick recovery

HOW IMPORTANT IS IT TO HAVE GOOD

VOLLEYBALL FROM YOUR PASSION INTO

is important!’

ACCOMMODATIONS LIKE HOTEL NEW

YOUR PROFESSION?

YORK DURING A TOURNAMENT?

‘That sort of just happened. It just started as the

YOU DECIDED TO GO AND PLAY FOR

‘Very important! After all, it’s our home away from

sport I was doing as a child, but every year I got

REVIVRE MILANO IN ITALY AND SIGNED A

home during the days of the tournament. A tour-

better and trained more. When I was sixteen, I was

CONTRACT FOR THE 2018-2019 SEASON.

nament means a lot of excitement and a lot of

offered my first contract.’

WHAT MAKES THIS CLUB SO SPECIAL TO

nerves. When you get back to your hotel, you want

PLAY FOR?

to get some rest.’

YOU MADE THE SWITCH – A RELATIVELY

‘They gave me the chance to return to Italy as op-

UNUSUAL ONE IN VOLLEYBALL – FROM

posite hitter. And from day one I felt truly at home

WHAT ARE YOU MOST LOOKING FORWARD

SETTER TO ATTACKER, WHY?

there. I have a great relationships with the team

TO WITH REGARD TO YOUR UPCOMING

’I secretly always liked being an attacker better.

president and coach. Two years ago, we as a club

STAY AT HOTEL NEW YORK AND OF

But because I was doing well as setter, I never se-

started a project to be among the top teams in

COURSE THE TOURNAMENT?

riously considered switching. Until I started playing

Italy in a few years, and it feels good to be a part

‘To give our fans here everything we can together

in France and we lost four attackers to injuries in a

of that project.’

with the hotels excellent service and try to qualify

single season, and I was forced to play as attacker.

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for the Olympics.’

That went so well that the coach asked me to stay

DURING THE UPCOMING OLYMPIC

on as attacker at the end of the season.’

QUALIFYING TOURNAMENT – 9 TO 11

Photography Nevobo

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TRAVEL

HOLD YOUR HORSES HORSES HAVE BEEN USED FOR CENTURIES. UNTIL THE INVENTION OF THE

Equestrian sports have been around since Roman times. Everyone knows the movie scenes with chariot races in a large stadium. Later it even became an Olympic event!

CAR, HORSES WERE PEOPLE’S PRIMARY MODE OF TRANSPORT. IN ALL THOSE

Things are a lot more peaceful today. Although horse races can still get quite rough. But dressage is

CENTURIES, HORSES HAVE BEEN IN-

all about technique. First a rider has to create an excellent bond with their horse. Then it becomes

CREDIBLY IMPORTANT FOR MANKIND;

a matter of practice, practice, and more practice. Something Anky van Grunsven and her horses

WORKING THE LAND AND CROSSING

excelled at!

GREAT DISTANCES. IN THE 16TH CENTURY, HORSE RIDING WAS EVEN MADE INTO

But true equestrian sports are not easy and not for everyone. Luckily there’s such a thing as recreatio-

AN ART FORM. KINGS AND EARLS MADE

nal horse riding. It’s particularly popular among girls, but fun for everyone. Even if you’ve never sat on

THEMSELVES LOOK REGAL BY RIDING

a horse, you’ll be able to ride. With the right supervision of course. And the great thing is that you can

HORSES. SINCE THEN, HORSES HAVE

do it pretty much everywhere, as long as there’s a forest nearby. Examples of great riding locations

BEEN SEEN AS NOBLE ANIMALS.

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are the Veluwe, the hills in Limburg, and of course the Wadden island beaches.

HARRY! READER TRIP BY WESTCORD | HORSE RIDING ON VLIELAND Reader offer: 2 nights starting at €181 per person

Horse riding with the Wadden Sea in the background... The ultimate feeling of freedom! It’s every rider’s dream; a beautiful outdoor ride over the dunes, through the forest, and along the beach. That last part at full gallop! Unforgettable.

Riding School de Seeruyter is located next to Strandhotel Seeduyn, right by the dunes. The riding school was completely renovated in 2016, resulting in a beautiful, modern space for the Vlieland horses. The horse stables are completely hidden in the dunes for instance, making them part of the landscape. From the riding school, you and your horse will be over the dunes and onto the beach in no time, or you can go for a forest ride.

All rides are guided in groups of similar riding ability, without a minimum number of people. Even if you’re alone, you can still go for an outdoor ride. If you have very little or no experience, they organise

This package consists of: • 2 x hotel stays in a comfortable room • 2 x full breakfast buffet • Welcome drink • Outdoor horse ride at Riding School de Seeruyter (1 x 2-hour ride for advanced riders or 2 x 1-hour rides for beginners) • Luggage service from and to the ferry • Bus transport on the island Price Two nights starting at €181 p.p.

Booking and more information Stay is possible until 31 October 2019, depending on availability. Price is based on two people per room and does not include tourist tax. For fees and conditions, see website.

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beginners’ rides walking or trotting through the forest.

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TRAVEL

Outing tips

Photography Evert Buitendijk

THE SUMMER IS AROUND THE CORNER AND THAT DOESN’T

JUST MEAN SITTING ON TERRACES, BECAUSE THERE’S A LOT MORE TO DO THAN ENJOYING DRINKS IN THE SUN THIS SUMMER! WE’VE MADE A LIST OF THE BEST ACTIVITIES!

DANCING AND DINING

Culinary highlights from renowned local restaurants, as well as great performances by well-known artists: Starting on 29 August, the beach by the Zevenhuizerplas in Rotterdam will be all about CuliNESSE for three days. The ninth edition of this festival will have plenty of flavour with over ten food stands. There is also plenty of choice in terms of music. An impressive line-up is ready to get CuliNESSE moving for all three days, from Guus Meeuwis to BLØF!

TERSCHELLING AS ONE BIG STAGE Every year in June, the island of

TAKE IT EASY ON AMELAND

Terschelling transforms into one large

This surfing, skating, and music festival is all about relaxation. Although MadNes has really established

stage for theatre, dance, street theatre,

itself on Ameland’s beach since it started ten years ago, it has managed to maintain its cosy and fun

visual arts, and music for ten days.

atmosphere. During the day, you’ll learn to surf and watch spectacular skate shows. When the sun

Oerol has everything you need to kick

sinks into the sea, dozens of eager bands will be ready to play their best music. Highly recommended

off your festival summer. The first sum-

5, 6 and 7 July on Ameland!

mer sun, a beautiful island, an original theatre programme full of national

excellent music to relax or dance to

JAZZ FANS TAKE NOTE

on the festival grounds between the

The fourth weekend of August is when the

theatre shows.

centre of Delft is traditionally all about the

and international theatre groups, and

Delft Jazz Festival. A wide variety of artists will be performing at all kinds of venues, from squares to cafés. Visitors can enjoy classic jazz as well as modern varieties and Photography Nichon Glerum

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influences from other musical styles.

Photography Maarten Boersema

CHEESE FROM OUR OWN BUNKER At Vlieland’s highest point, near the lighthouse, an old bunker is located deep below ground. It was built in WWII as part of the Atlantikwall. Cheesemaker Nils Koster discovered that the conditions in this old bunker were perfect for cheese ripening. Today the Vlielander Kaasbunker is known all over the island, for instance for its own Seaweed Cheese. And the great thing is that you can even attend a cheesemaking workshop!

LJOUWERT: TOTALLY WORTH A VISIT In 2018 Leeuwarden was the Cultural Capital of Europe, but this pride of Friesland is also certainly worth a visit this year. Discover all the historical highlights Leeuwarden has to offer? Join the Highlights Tour. An expert Leeuwarden local will guide you through the city. The guide will

VALHALLA FOR PERFORMING ARTS

tell interesting stories such as the one about the Oldehoeve and the Frisian stadtholders at the Princessehof. Curious about this walking tour? It’s organised multiple days a week.

The Holland Festival in Amsterdam is a unique mix of performing arts, such as theatre, opera, and music, mixed with both western and nonwestern forms of art. It’s a spectacle you have to experience for yourself! This will already be the 72nd edition of this leading international festival in Amsterdam. From 29 May to 23 June, you can see unique performances at various locations throughout the city.

THE VELUWE IN STYLE The Hoge Veluwe doesn’t really require an introduction. This unique piece of the Netherlands has long been considered our most beautiful national park. But how will you explore it? You can put on your hiking boots or get on a bike, but there are other ways as well! There now is a fantastic route that you can drive in a Renault Twizy, a fully electric vehicle. No roaring engine, just quietly enjoying the Veluwe’s natural beauty.

Sounds good? TwizyTour.nl will arrange everything!

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FASTER THAN THE SPEED OF SOUND… Sports cars throughout the years SPORTS CARS AND ADRENALINE: MANY MEN’S HEARTS SKIP A BEAT WHEN THEY SEE A NICE SPORTS CAR, AND AN INCREASING NUMBER OF WOMEN ENJOY DRIVING FAST CARS AS WELL. WHY DOES THE SOUND OF A SPORTS CAR HAVE SUCH AN EFFECT ON US, AND IN WHAT CAR WILL THE NETHERLANDS’ OWN MAX VERSTAPPEN BE WINNING RACES THIS YEAR?

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of the first streamlined cars and was designed for

ful, and faster. As new developments followed in

an important Grand Prix race, the highest echelon

the early automotive industry, a small number of

of motor racing.

designers and drivers drove cars to the limits on race tracks to test the possibilities against other

KICK

manufacturers. Safety was usually just a matter of

Back in time. What fascinates us so much about

common sense. The focus was mostly on making

sports cars? Is it the sleek lines, the powerful

these monsters even faster. After World War Two,

high-RPM engines, or is it the roaring noise of the

a new type of sports car emerged. The very ex-

The first horseless carriage was built by Karl Benz

exhausts that excite us so? Or that wonderful rush

pensive and rare racing cars evolved into a more

in 1885; the first car that used a combustion engine

when you step on the gas?

accessible vehicle with excellent drivability. Even

to power it. There were also a few experiments

more important, it was more affordable to aver-

with steam-powered vehicles, but they turned out

First of all, cars are status symbols. That might not

age car owners. Now (almost) anyone can feel like

to be too heavy and too expensive. After 1885

be true for everyone, but a sports car does have

Ayrton Senna.

other people also started building cars with inter-

a certain appeal. The car will make you feel more

nal combustion engines. It was the start of a true

confident, and an expensive ride is way of showing

Even people who claim sports cars are impractical

automotive industry that built increasingly better

others you’re successful. And driving is just a lot

or unnecessary, can’t help but crane their necks

cars, raising the number of cars on the road.

of fun, even giving you a kind of adrenaline rush.

when a sports car shoots past. And let’s be ho-

The daily traffic jams are of course not exactly in-

nest; who doesn’t dream of cruising the French

In 1937 the first car rolled of an assembly line. The

spiring drives, but a nice Sunday afternoon in a

Mediterranean coast in a sports car or drive down

Beetle, designed by Ferdinand Porsche on Hitler’s

flashy car is a very different story. We like driving

to the beach on a sunny day? Sports cars are

order. After the war, the German Adam Opel’s first

fast, because living on the edge is a kick that many

associated with feeling free, young (midlife crisis,

fast car was introduced. Its driver was Jorns. He

people enjoy.

anyone?), and enjoying life. It expresses who you

broke the speed record with 180 kph and star-

are (or want to be), and it doesn’t even have to be

ted racing with it. There was no turning back and

FASCINATION

very expensive, since many people appreciate ol-

races and rallies were organised in which all car

Ever since motorised vehicles were developed, a

der sports cars. Or just rent a red Ferrari for a day.

manufacturers could have their best models com-

small, select group of people has always had the

It might not be cheap, but you’ll certainly feel like

pete with each other. The Bugatti type 29 was one

fascination to make the cars bigger, more power-

the king of the road for a day.

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WHAT FASCINATES US SO MUCH ABOUT SPORTS CARS? IS IT THE SLEEK LINES, THE POWERFUL HIGH-RPM ENGINES, OR IS IT THE ROARING NOISE OF THE EXHAUSTS THAT EXCITE US SO? OR THAT WONDERFUL RUSH WHEN YOU STEP ON THE GAS?

When it comes to sports cars, the sky truly is the limit. Some of them cost more than a mansion. We’ve listed the world’s most expensive sports cars for you:

Zenvo

Ferrari

Pagani

Aston Martin

Koenigsegg

Mansory Vivere

Lamborghini

Koenigsegg

ST1

LaFerrari

Huayra

One-77

One:1

Bugatti Veyron

Veneno

CCXR Trevita

€1,045.000

€1,219.000

€1,219.000

€1,219.000

€1,740.000

€2,591.000

€3,916.000

€4,178.000

The RB15

Yellow camera

Last season Max and Red Bull announced that they

Traditionally a two-man F1 team consists of a number one and

were ending their partnership with engine supplier Renault.

a number two driver. Numero uno gets priority if there are new

One of the reasons for this were the many times Max and his team

upgrades, and the second driver can serve as guinea pig if there

mate had to retire, resulting in too many ‘DNFs’ (did not finish)

are doubts about reliability. Also, the camera on top of the F1 car is

behind their names.

usually black for the number one driver and yellow for the number two driver.

With Aston Martin as sponsor and Honda as their engine supplier, the Red Bull team hopes to have resolved this issue

In 2019 after the move of Daniel Ricciardo, Max Verstappen, who

and be competitive in the championship. The RB15 is the first

always had a yellow camera, will no longer be the second driver in

Honda-powered Red Bull car. Every F1 team has two drivers

the team – even though Red Bull Racing always says they treat their

and during a race they look pretty much identical. You have to be

drives as equals. Unofficially, the less experienced Pierre Gasly will

quick to spot the driver number at 300 kph. So how to recognise

now be the team’s number two driver. Max won’t change the colour

Max Verstappen’s car in 2019? And which driver number

of his camera though, so you can still recognise him from the yellow

will Max Verstappen be using this season?

one. Plus he’ll use his driver number 33 in 2019 as well and his own unique helmet design.

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THE SPORTS SUMMER OF GUY VAN DER REIJDEN SPORTS AND EXERCISE ARE VERY IMPORTANT TO US AT WESTCORD HOTELS. THAT’S WHY ALMOST EVERY HOTEL OFFERS FITNESS FACILITIES GUESTS CAN USE FOR FREE. NO MATTER HOW NICE A GOOD BED AND GOOD FOOD ARE, IN ORDER TO MAKE PEOPLE FEEL AT HOME, WE WANT TO OFFER THEM THE OPPORTUNITY TO EXERCISE. WHETHER IT’S A BUSINESS GUEST WHO WANTS TO RUN FIVE KILOMETRES EVERY DAY TO FORGET ABOUT WORK OR A GUEST WHO COMES TO RELAX AND DOES THAT THROUGH EXERCISE; EVERYONE IS WELCOME! WE ASKED PERSONAL TRAINER GUY VAN DER REIJDEN OF 3SIXTY5 ABOUT HIS SPORTS SUMMER.

WHAT’S YOUR CONNECTION TO

little time to exercise. Many people think that I’m

DO YOU EVER VISIT THE SAUNA?

WESTCORD HOTELS?

Mister Fit, but I really need to schedule time at one

‘I’m not really a fan of saunas. I feel too hot pretty

Guy: ‘Long ago I recorded my first real TV

of my personal trainers of 3SIXTY5, or I won’t get

quickly, and a sauna makes me feel like I’m going

programme in and around the WestCord Strand-

enough exercise. When I’m on holiday, I like to

to explode. So it’s not very relaxing for me. I prefer

hotel Seeduyn on Vlieland. It was called “Your True

exercise in the morning. The kids are still busy, so

a good massage.’

Age”. It was fun to spend two weeks there. I came

I have an hour to myself.’

ANY TIPS FOR READERS WHO WANT TO STAY

back to Vlieland many times after that. It’s a great WHAT IS YOUR FAVOURITE HOLIDAY

ACTIVE WHEN THEY’RE ON HOLIDAY?

DESTINATION?

‘No complaining, just get some exercise. Holi-

WHAT ARE YOU WORKING ON AT THE

‘Ibiza and California. Ibiza, because it’s a

days are when you have more time for yourself,

MOMENT?

lovely island with lots of nature, beautiful bays, and

so use it! Mornings especially have a lot of wasted

‘We’re working hard to expand our boutique fit-

fun people. Not so much for the nightlife, although

hours that can easily be spent exercising without

ness concept PLTS. My wife Renée and I saw this

I do enjoy the high level of hospitality and wide

“ignoring” your family. And it couldn’t hurt to

concept in California three years ago and brought

range of bars and restaurants. That’s one of the

reward yourself, in moderation ;).’

it to the Netherlands. We now operate two studios

effects of its rich nightlife. We don’t exactly go out

in Amsterdam, have plans for a third, and will then

to party, but we do really enjoy sitting in a restau-

be looking at The Hague and Rotterdam.’

rant until it closes or having lunch until seven in

island!’

the evening.’

WHAT WILL THE SUMMER OF 2019 LOOK LIKE FOR YOU?

WHAT’S IMPORTANT TO YOU ABOUT A

‘This year we’ll be going on a lot of holidays, and

HOTEL GYM?

Renée and I have quite few business trips to make

‘Hotel gyms are often too crowded with big equip-

to the US and other places. The best thing about

ment. Often there isn’t room for doing ordinary

working with your wife is that you also make time

push-ups, but there are three colossal treadmills

for each other on business trips. I also really love

side by side. My recommendation is to create

the summer.’

more space and add less equipment!’

DO YOU ALSO EXERCISE WHEN YOU’RE

WHAT ARE YOUR FAVOURITE EXERCISE

ON HOLIDAY?

MACHINES?

In Hotel Jakarta Amsterdam

‘When I’m on holiday, I usually have more time to

‘None! Just give me a pair of dumbbells, a re-

you can exercise with a view

exercise than when I’m working! I sort of beca-

sistance band, a barbell with a few weights.’

me like my clients; many days at the office and

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of the IJ river.

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GOLF IS ADDICTIVE! THE KLM OPEN IS COMING UP. PREPARATIONS FOR THE HUNDREDTH EDITION HAVE BEGUN. THE INTERNATIONAL GOLF COURSE IN AMSTERDAM IS BEING READIED FOR ONE OF THE OLDEST TOURNAMENTS OF THE EUROPEAN TOUR. BY CHOOSING THE INTERNATIONAL, A COURSE SO CLOSE TO SCHIPHOL AIRPORT, THE 100-YEAR HISTORY OF BOTH THE DUTCH OPEN AND KLM ARE UNITED. FROM 12 TO 15 SEPTEMBER, SOME OF THE BEST GOLFERS OF THE WORLD WILL BE HERE FOR THE 100TH EDITION OF THE KLM OPEN, FORMERLY CALLED THE DUTCH OPEN. The first edition of what is now the KLM Open

greenskeeper at the International. ‘In addition

course was designed by top golfer Ian Woosnam

was held at the Haagsche Golf & Country Club

we installed 2,000 metres of new drainage.’

together with the Belgian golf course architect

in 1912. Since then the tournament has taken

A completely new tee was constructed at hole

Bruno Steensels of Mastergolf. What sets The

place 99 times and has been won by popular gol-

13 for the successful Beat the Pro concept, in

International apart are the height differences up to

fers such as Seve Ballesteros, Bernhard Langer,

which amateurs can take on the pros during the

fourteen metres and several island greens.

Colin Montgomerie, José Maria Olazábal, Lee

tournament.

AMELAND GOLF COURSE

Westwood, Payne Stewart, Paul Casey, Martin

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Kaymer, Thomas Pieters, and of course the Dutch-

THE INTERNATIONAL

Feel like picking up the clubs yourself? Ameland

men Maarten Lafeber (2003) and Joost Luiten

In 2019 the KLM Open will be played at The Inter-

offers a wonderful golfing experience thanks to the

(2013, 2016). The KLM Open isn’t just one of the

national for the first time, not far from where KLM’s

quality and speed of the greens. People play on

oldest tournaments of the European Tour, it’s also

planes take off and land. It was known that the

the summer greens almost throughout the year.

the oldest international sports tournament of the

KLM Open was going to move again after three

And there’s another big plus: Golf Course Ameland

Netherlands.

years on The Dutch (2016-2018), and title sponsor

achieves a balance between that holiday feeling

KLM has good reason to choose The Internatio-

and the fold experience on the nine-hole links golf

HOLES 12 AND 13 CHANGED

nal as the venue for its 100th edition. By choosing

course in Ameland nature. Dunes, (nesting) birds,

In order to get The International’s course ready

The International, a course so close to Schiphol

beautiful vegetation, a lightly undulating land-

for the extraordinary qualities of European tour

airport, the 100-year history of both the Dutch

scape, water hazards, and of course the varying

players, a number of changes have been imple-

Open and KLM come together. The course of The

weather conditions offer new challenges every

mented. ‘The back tee of hole 12 has been re-

International, which opened in 2012, is located

day. The deer, rabbits, and raptors are often the

constructed,’ explains Tom Maddison, head

on land owned by Schiphol. The championship

only spectators of an unforgettable visit.

A few questions for Daan Slooter, KLM Open tournament director WHAT MAKES THE KLM OPEN A SPECIAL

Tour, and the visitors. Not to mention he’s a very

DO YOU PLAY GOLF YOURSELF, AND

EXPERIENCE FOR GOLF ENTHUSIASTS

nice guy and always willing to help!’

WHAT MAKES GOLF SO GREAT?

WHO’VE NEVER VISITED THE TOURNA-

‘Golf is something you can do anywhere and

MENT?

IF MONEY WASN’T AN OBSTACLE, WHICH

with anyone all your life. It’s the ultimate way

‘Experience is an apt word. Attending the KLM

GOLFER WOULD YOU LIKE TO GET FOR

to challenge yourself and social too. Once my

open is quite an experience. First of all, there

THE KLM OPEN?

handicap was 0, but you should add about ten

are 156 players you can watch playing on Thurs-

‘If you really want to get a certain player, money

strokes to that today.’

day and Friday. And at least seventy of the best

doesn’t have to be in obstacle. But there has

among them will be left during the weekend.

to be room in the player’s schedule. In recent

WHAT WOULD MAKE IT A SUCCESSFUL

There’s also a great “village” that offers plenty

years, it was impossible to get top-ten players

TOURNAMENT FOR YOU?

of experiences. Great food and drink, a free

because we competed with the FedEx Cup in

‘If we get a nice finale with a number of big

golf lesson, shops, activities for all ages, or just

the US. That’s no longer an issue, so we can

names, new talents, and hopefully a Dutch play-

some relaxation. Your ticket is valid for the entire

aim higher for future editions. The entire top ten

er. If the players are satisfied, the sponsors have

day, and you’ll be spending a lot of time outside

would be very welcome by the way. Oh yeah,

nothing to complain about but the temperature

at a great, green location in Amsterdam!’

and Tiger is someone everyone would like to

of a single snack on Friday, and it has been a

see.’

beautiful showcase for Dutch golf, I’ll be happy.’

IT EXTRA FESTIVE THIS YEAR. HOW WILL

AND WHY DID YOU CHOOSE THE

DO YOU HAVE A GOOD MESSAGE

THAT BE CELEBRATED?

INTERNATIONAL THIS YEAR?

TO GET THE READERS TO VISIT THE

‘It’s not the hundredth anniversary, but the hund-

‘The International is an awesome course. They’ve

KLM OPEN?

redth edition, as there were no tournaments for

already hosted multiple Senior Opens and

‘Take a day and come see top athletes and

a number of years during both world wars. The

Ladies Opens. This year was a great fit because

great entertainment at a wonderful location.

focus will be on the hundred previous editions

of KLM’s hundredth anniversary and the location

Once you’ve been, you’ll certainly come back

as well as the future. We will be honouring many

being so near Schiphol.’

again.’

THE HUNDREDTH EDITION WILL MAKE

previous winners and ensure that we have an interesting and strong selection of players and extra festive activities for visitors.’

YOU’VE BEEN BUSY ALL YEAR RECRUITING PLAYERS FOR THE KLM OPEN. WHAT DOES THAT INVOLVE? ‘It’s mainly getting in touch with players and managers. Sometimes it takes years to get a player, sometimes I know for certain that they wouldn’t want to miss the KLM Open. It’s a new puzzle every year. But there are tougher jobs.’

WHAT IS THE ROLE OF YOUR AMBASSADOR JOOST VAN LUIJTEN, AND WHAT DOES HE ADD SPECIFICALLY? ‘Joost is very important for golf in the Netherlands and for the KLM Open. We couldn’t wish for a better person to generate publicity for us.

He’s important to us for the media, players at the

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bidfood.nl

F FOOD & BEVERAGE Healthy food trends

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FOOD & BEVERAGE

FOOD FOR THOUGHT WHAT’S HEALTHY AND WHAT’S NOT? EATING HEALTHY ISN’T ABOUT STRICT DIETING OR STICKING TO NUTRITION PLANS. IT’S ABOUT FINDING THE RIGHT BALANCE. MANY MODELS DIET FOLLOWING THE 80/20 PRINCIPLE. EIGHTY PERCENT OF THE TIME YOU EAT HEALTHY, TWENTY PERCENT OF THE TIME YOU EAT WHAT YOU LIKE. EVEN IF IT’S UNHEALTHY. BUT WHERE DO YOU DRAW THE LINE?

In order to improve your eating habits, it’s always important to eat regularly. To

the other hand, we all have to take responsibility for our diet. We all know the

really optimise it, you could try eating smaller portions. Especially if we work

famous expression, ‘You are what you eat.’ So to help you with your choices

behind a desk a lot or don’t get much exercise in our free time. It seems like

this summer, we’ve made a selection of places where you can go for delicious

every self-proclaimed expert on the internet is convinced they know exactly

and healthy meals.

what’s good for you and what’s bad for you. Every source has a different

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story, and pretty soon you have no idea who to believe. But let’s be honest,

VEGA(N) FOOD

life’s too short to observe all kinds of strict dietary rules. Just enjoy yourself!

2019 is all about vega(n) food. Old classics are being reinvented, with more

Beauty comes from within. When you feel good and enjoy life, it shows. On

respect for animal welfare, more awareness about climate change, and better

care for our health. This new trend is aimed at a

an dish on the beautiful terrace of Hotel Jakarta

younger, engaged target audience with a pas-

in Amsterdam, or enjoy a view of the water from

sion for food. The growing number of vegans

ss Rotterdam while you enjoy a delicious lunch.

shows how popular it is. Many restaurateurs,

This year is also about enjoying yourself in

whether they own large or small restaurants,

healthier ways. We all like tasty treats now and

know that this isn’t just a passing fad. Vegan or

again, but it shouldn’t be too unhealthy. One

vegetarian fast food chains are popping up eve-

way to make it easier to make healthy choices

rywhere. Have you tried the Vegan Junk Food

are the increasing number of food swaps that

Bar in Amsterdam yet? A chicken sandwich,

are available; cauliflower pizza crusts, beetroot

without actual chicken; it’s possible! WestCord

wraps, or seaweed burgers; they taste just as

also offers many different vegetarian dishes on

good. Try a delicious recipe with these ingre-

its menu. Definitely worth a try; enjoy a vegetari-

dients and enjoy!

2019 FOOD TRENDS 1. VEGETABLES CENTRE STAGE More and more people are switching to a (more) plant-based diet. A few years ago, chefs like René Redzepi and Dan Barber took the first steps, but more people are picking it up every day.

2. SUSTAINABILITY Sustainability didn’t use to be a big concern in the food industry, as we all enjoyed eating a lot of meat.

But sustainability is becoming more important; in the kitchen as well. With circular cooking, you’ll be eating more plant-based foods, from head to tail and from root to stem. It also means using seasonal produce.

Products that are left over are conserved, and you take more care about where products come from. This kind of climate-friendly cooking will reduce waste. Win-win!

3. SKILLS Boiling, grilling, and poaching are dated practices. These days it’s more about sous vide, smoking, pickling, and fermenting. Chefs use many more different preparation methods now. This ensures that menus have become a lot more adventurous, making it even more appealing to go out for dinner, or trying something at home. This is also great for vegetables. Because of their variety of textures, colours, flavours, and seasons, vegetables are perfect for different preparation methods.

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FOOD & BEVERAGE

The nutrition plan of...

RICO VERHOEVEN If anyone knows the importance of nutrition for athletic performance, it’s Rico Verhoeven. We asked him all about his nutrition plan, and how we can use it ourselves.

Can you tell us more about your daily nutrition plan?

Rico: ‘A healthy and regular meal plan is one of the sacrifices I had to made. Before a match, I often crave all kinds of things I can’t have, such as fast food. I also love chocolate. If I’m holding a chocolate bar, I have to finish it. And that’s exactly what I’ll do. My breakfast consists of rice, chicken, and vegetables, or a large portion of oatmeal. At the gym I eat some fruit, and when I get home it’s rice again. For snacks I go with yogurt and quark. Because I don’t necessarily need to lose weight, I generally eat a normal dinner with my family.’

Do you have to change your plan just before or after a match?

stamina, flexibility, or a mix of these three, or they can go for se-

‘Yes, not overly so, but I’ll skip anything that might be a bit

parate exercises without a programme. It also offers kickboxing

“unhealthy.” Prior to a match, I follow a strict diet for eight

tutorials for beginners. Plus many delicious recipes. The unique

weeks. Just chicken, vegetables, and rice. If I fry the chicken,

thing about the app is that each workout module is available for

I do so in a bit of coconut oil.’

a one-time price of 2.99 euros in the Google Play Store and the App Store. This year we’ll be adding group lessons to the app.

What’s your favourite food, your true guilty pleasure?

You can sign up and work out at home via a screen.’

‘I love a delicious, big, fat steak! I can easily eat two of those.’

What is your philosophy behind that?

In your The Winners Workout app, you share a lot

‘I embrace a healthy and active lifestyle and want to inspire eve-

about exercise and nutrition. Can you tell us more

ryone and get people exercising in fun ways with the same goals.

about this app?

People asked me many questions about how I stay in shape

‘The application is based on my training methods, but developed

because many of the heavyweights aren’t as in shape as you

for regular people. It’s suitable for both in the gym and beyond.

would expect from top athletes. That’s something people notice.

It shows videos of me in which I demonstrate an exercise, and

The questions came from a wide variety of people – different

it gives precise tips about how to correctly do the exercise,

ages, backgrounds, and genders. I thought, I’m going to offer

without me speaking. These can be exercises on gym equip-

my own workout method, but in a way that works for everyone.

ment or without any equipment – indoor and outdoor. The user

A workout method based on technique, fitness, mental balance,

can choose a fifty-day workout programme based on strength,

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FOOD & BEVERAGE

YOU ENJOY A NICE WINE, BUT DON’T WANT (OR CAN’T) DRINK ALCOHOL. WHAT TO DO?

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Cheers!

Plenty of choice nowadays, when it comes to

non-alcoholic wines. We’ve made a list of some

YOU ENJOY A NICE WINE, BUT DON’T WANT (OR CAN’T) DRINK ALCOHOL. WHAT TO DO? LUCKILY, THERE ARE ALTERNATIVES NOWA-

DAYS. THE WORLD OF NON-ALCOHOLIC WINES, AS WELL AS BEERS,

IS BECOMING INCREASINGLY POPULAR. IT’S A WORLD OF ITS OWN; WHAT’S THE WINEMAKER’S SECRET, AND WHAT ARE THE BEST 0.0% CHOICES?

of our recommendations.

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Barrels & Drums drinking fun without any alcohol. Why not try there Merlot.

It’s soft and fruity with a hint of cherry.

Close your eyes and imagine walking through the finest vineyards in France. Excellent grapes are ripening in the sun all the way to the horizon; soon they will be picked

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and the winemakers will use all of their passion and love to turn them into wine. With alcohol actually, as that is not removed until after the normal winemaking process.

Straight from the famous Spanish winery

This was previously done by heating the wine and letting the alcohol evaporate. Un-

Torres comes a delicious non-alcoholic Syrah from

fortunately this meant that too many important aromas were lost. We don’t want that!

Sangre de Toro. With this lightly sweet wine of excellent quality, being the designated driver

Today there are two primary processes to remove the alcohol. The first is vacuum

won’t be a bother!

distillation. It involves room-temperature wine and creating a vacuum. The low pressure makes the alcohol disappear, while essential minerals, vitamins, sugars, and

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acids are retained. Another technique is membrane filtration. A very thin filter is used to remove the alcohol from the wine. But despite these advanced techniques, it’s

Celebrating? Bubble time! The non-alcoholic

almost impossible to prevent some aromas from being lost. Plus, alcohol adds a

Cava by Freixenet is characterised by

certain body to wine, which means the non-alcoholic variants always have a

the pleasant, dry flavour with hints of

somewhat lighter taste. It’s still a nice alternative for the wine experience, but

vanilla and light acids.

without a drop of alcohol!

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FOOD & BEVERAGE MAN

Henk van Veluw is the head chef at Mme Coco at WestCord Fashion Hotel and grew up in Barneveld. His passion for the kitchen is quite international, it’s not purely French or Dutch; ‘There are all kinds of influences from all over the world that I love.’

Did you know…

• it’s healthy to eat at least 10 grams of protein after

exercise? In addition to being rich in protein,

yogurt is also rich in calcium, phosphorus,

magnesium, and vitamin B!

• cauliflower is very satiating? You don’t always have

Recipe

ROASTED CAULIFLOWER WITH GRILLED CHICKEN FILLET AND YOGURT SAUCE FOR TWO PERSONS

to eat it with potato or pasta. Cauliflower is full of

fibre and contains few calories; 16kcal per 80

grams of boiled cauliflower to be exact. Roasting

cauliflower retains more of its flavour than when

you boil it. That’s good for both taste and nutrition!

PREPARING THE CAULIFLOWER Preheat the oven to 200 degrees. Cut the cauliflower into florets. Mix the cauliflower with olive oil and turmeric in a dish. Add a pinch of salt and pepper. Spread out the cauliflower on a baking tray. Roast the cauliflower in the oven for 15-18 minutes.

CHICKEN FILLET PREPARATION Heat your grill pan on medium heat. Grill your chicken fillets in the pan until you see the grill marks. Add the chicken fillet to the cauliflower in the oven for about 10 minutes.

Make sure the chicken is done at the same time as the cauliflower. Season to taste with salt and pepper when it’s completely cooked.

YOGURT SAUCE PREPARATION Pour the yogurt in a mixing bowl. Finely chop the coriander and add it to your yogurt.

Add a sprinkling of salt and pepper.

Ingredients

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1 cauliflower

PLATE PRESENTATION

½ tbsp. turmeric

Make sure your plate is hot before you start to prepare it – you can put it in the oven

1 tbsp. extra virgin olive oil

for 30 seconds or rinse it with hot water and dry it. Use thongs to pick up the cauliflo-

2 chicken fillets

wer from the baking tray and place it in the middle of the plate. Cut your chicken fillet

300 ml low-fat yogurt

in about 6 to 8 pieces and place the chicken fillet on the cauliflower. Take the yogurt

10 grams coriander

sauce and sprinkle it around the dish using a tablespoon, not over it.

A COLLABORATION BETWEEN PEOPLE, ANIMALS, AND NATURE

IN THIS EDITION’S WESTCORD WINE SELECTION, WE HAVE THE ROSÉ FROM DOMAINE LE PIVE, SITUATED IN A LOVELY NATURE RESERVE IN THE SOUTH OF FRANCE. Domaine Le Pive got its level 3 HEV (High Environmen-

ranean. The domaine is home to an old chapel. The

tal Value) certification earlier this year. It’s the highest

bird on the label is the symbol of the Camargue.

environmental certification for agricultural businesses in France. It’s issued by the French Ministry of

The Le Pive rosé is a blend of the local grape

Agriculture. HEV certification covers four main

varieties cabernet franc, grenache gris and noir,

areas: Maintaining biodiversity, protecting crops,

grenache noir, and merlot. The wine is pale pink

managing the use of fertilisers, and water ma-

like a Provence rosé with a juicy flavour, floral

nagement. One example is that they use sheep in

notes, and fresh fruit aromas including berries,

the vineyard to provide natural fertiliser. They also

citrus, and kiwi.

sow different kinds of flowers to help maintain the bee population. On top of that, Domaine Le Pive has been certified organic since 2011.

A fresh, light wine such as this rosé pairs very well with dishes in which freshness also plays an important role, such as this

The grape vines for this delicious rosé have

dish with low-fat yogurt and coriander. A

been planted in nature reserve Sable de

fresh wine is also the best match for grilled

Camargue, in le Petit Camargue to be pre-

products, such as this chicken and cauli-

cise. The soil here mainly consists of sand

flower. Those delicate, smoky and earthy

(sable), which was brought in by the Rhône

flavours are accentuated nicely by the

river. The sandy soils ensure a lot of fresh-

wine’s berry fruits.

ness and light, fruity notes. The domaine is situated near the village of Montcalm Vau-

A lovely, summer-time combination, great

vert about ten kilometres from the Mediter-

for us and for the environment!

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