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Love for the

Java island Green, greener

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Hotel Jakarta Amsterdam

Giovanni van Bronckhorst

“Feyenoord feels like close family – that’s also because of my Indonesian roots” TA K E M E H O M E !

Proud partner of Hotel Jakarta Amsterdam in the development of the subtropical indoor garden The botanic garden of Amsterdam is open daily from 10 am - 5 pm Plantage Middenlaan 2a in Amsterdam T 020-625 9021 www.dehortus.nl

The Hortus Botanicus Amsterdam is one of the oldest botanic gardens in the world. The garden was founded in 1638 as a medicinal herb garden, and in four centuries developed into an unique botanic garden with a blooming collection. Nowadays, the garden is an oasis of tranquility in the midst of the bustling citylife of Amsterdam. De garden offers a beautiful setting to stroll through, outdoors and indoors. From waving palm trees to dry deserts, a visit to the Hortus is like a small trip around the world.

De Hortus is open every day from 10 am to 5 pm.

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Having fun at a great height in the Malabar 86

BY WESTCORD

Bert Kommerij and his love for the Java island 56

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Nico Evers General Manager Hotel Jakarta Amsterdam Raphaëlla Luhulima E-commerce WestCord Hotels

Photo Bastiaan van Musscher

‘Mister Jakarta’ Nico Evers 82

Photo Bastiaan van Musscher

On the cover

Lifestyle 10

Hotel Jakarta Amsterdam’s Interior

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Column by Anna Chaplin Opstelten

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Must haves

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Interview with Giovanni van Bronckhorst

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10x the most beautiful Indonesian Instagram accounts

WestCord 22

Building updates on Hotel Jakarta Amsterdam

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News: WestCord Times

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Employee Pieter Lewis

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The sustainable construction of Hotel Jakarta Amsterdam

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Kids & Teens: Out in Amsterdam

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WestCord @ social media

Fashion 38

Fashion by RINSMA MODEPLEIN

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The fashionable work outfits of Hotel Jakarta Amsterdam

Travel

Beauty

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Bert Kommerij and his love for the Java island

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The best natural beauty products

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Travel story Jakarta, Indonesia

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Wellness at Hotel Jakarta Amsterdam

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Outing tips at all WestCord Hotels

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Interview with Drs. Mindset Kelly Weekers

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The works of the Tropenmuseum

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The new conference location in WTC Leeuwarden

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Leeuwarden, European Capital of Culture 2018

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What to do in North Amsterdam?

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Reader’s offer: a city trip to Amsterdam

WestCord Favourites

The greenest hotel of The Netherlands

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Photo Team Peter Stigter

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The fashionable work outfits of Hotel Jakarta Amsterdam 42

The works of the the Tropenmuseum 64

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Formula 1 star Max Verstappen

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Cars: the new Audi RS 5 Coupe

Food & beverage 80

Interview with culinary ambassador William Wongso

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Nico Evers on Hotel Jakarta Amsterdam

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Recipe for Indonesian sate

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The perfect wine from Wijnimport J. Bart

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Malabar: the skybar in Hotel Jakarta Amsterdam

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Puzzle and win!

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EDITORIAL

EDITORIAL It’s really getting on now. Our new Hotel Jakarta on Java island in Amsterdam.

It all started eight years ago, when we were in talks with the council of Amsterdam regarding the license for building a new hotel on this beautiful location – Java island. That lasted a few years, until the Amsterdam city council announced that they would license the construction via a tendering procedure. That was in 2014. The requirements were strict and the council had high sustainability goals in mind for this hotel development plan.

Photo Amy van Leiden

We sent in our concept plan together with architect Bjarne Mastenbroek of SeARCH and Jacco Paauw of engineering company DGMR. We finished in the top three in the first round and moved on to the next. We energetically and ambitiously detailed our plans even more. The final result was a beautiful transparent building with two hundred rooms with a balcony, a subtropical indoor garden in the atrium, and all desired facilities such as a restaurant, skybar, swimming pool, wellness centre, meeting rooms, bakery, coffee bar and parking garage. With the solar panels, heat and cold storage, triple glazing, extra balcony panels and many other energy saving doodads, we surpassed the council’s stringent sustainability requirements. Additionally, we sought out collaborations with professional partners such as the Hortus Botanicus and the Tropenmuseum. And we won! It was really great. During the various meetings that we had with the residents of Java island, we learned that they were happy with a Dutch family company like WestCord Hotels winning the contest. We were welcomed with open arms from day one.

The name Hotel Jakarta Amsterdam was chosen specifically as an ode to the special history of this location. In the olden days, this exact location was home to one of the offices of the Stoomvaart Maatschappij Nederland (Dutch Steam Shipping Company). From 1910 to 1970, ships would depart from here to head for the Dutch East Indies. Throughout those years they had transported millions of tons of goods and hundreds of thousands of passengers. Do you see the similarities to Hotel New York in Rotterdam? There, people headed ‘West’ and from the Java island people headed ‘East’.

If you’re building a Hotel Jakarta, you have to have visited the city at the very least. That’s why we travelled to Jakarta in June of 2015. A beautiful and busy metropolis, with many faces. Over the course of our journey, we met very special people and visited beautiful places. It was unforgettable, finding an oasis of Dutch colonial heritage, in the middle of the hustle and bustle of Jakarta. Very disconcerting to see that in a city on the other side of the world. The governor’s house, the Kunstkring, and Café Batavia, where you can get ordinary traditional Dutch food! It was a wonderful trip. And now we’re here, at the opening of Hotel Jakarta. An energy neutral hotel where we aim for high(er) levels of sustainability in other ways. Just think of work uniforms by By Rockland | Hacked by made from clothes and fabrics that are recycled, beds made of natural fibres only, rental bikes upcycled from bikes found in Amsterdam’s canals and the sustainable Comfort Zone cosmetics in the wellness

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THE INTERIOR OF Hotel Jakarta Amsterdam

WESTCORD’S INTERIOR DESIGNER ETHIEN DUY PHAM HAS RECENTLY BECOME RESPONSIBLE FOR THE OVERALL DESIGN OF WESTCORD HOTELS. HIS STYLE? HE CALLS IT ‘MINIMAL CHIC WITH ASIAN INFLUENCES’ AND THAT SUITS THE NEW ENERGY NEUTRAL HOTEL JAKARTA, LOCATED ON THE JAVA ISLAND IN AMSTERDAM. THE CONSTRUCTION OF WOOD, STEEL AND ALUMINIUM IS SUPPOSED TO GIVE THE HOTEL A SUSTAINABLE-INDUSTRIAL CHARACTER. ADDITIONALLY THERE’S A LOT OF GLASS, ENSURING A LOT OF TRANSPARENCY, LIGHT AND VIEWS.

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“MY WORK IS MY PASSION AND WE WANT TO MAKE TO MAKE A VERY BEAUTIFUL HOTEL, THAT REALLY WOWS THE HOTEL GUESTS!”

Ethien says: “The rooms at Hotel Jakarta Amsterdam will be modern with a timeless character. The chosen furniture are made of wood with an industrial style and they give the hotel its contemporary look.

The public area will be beautiful, of course, with a lot of light and a subtropical garden in the middle of the hotel. I’m responsible for the overall design of all WestCord Hotels. That means in this case that I work on the designing and the concept of all rooms, but also the public areas and the furniture in the hotel. Using visualisation, we can make Hotel Jakarta very accessible and with the combination of light and the subtropical garden, we can offer hotel guests a unique experience. It’s an opportunity for me to be involved in the design from the very beginning, that way I can shape everything according to my vision. From design sketches to the custom furniture and the room styling – everything fits together. It doesn’t end there either. I’m also a part of the communication between suppliers, the architect, the installers, the contractors and the hotel managers.

I guard the budget, and I am responsible for quality and checking the furniture. My biggest challenge is to make a design that will be stylish and timeless ten years from now, and I want to give the building a soul, of course. The furniture has to fit with the hotel’s image and its style has to match the architecture and transparency of the building. It’s an interesting challenge, and it’s a lot of fun to me.

I do everything in terms of design and styling together with Harry and Jennifer Westers. My work is my passion and we want to make a very beautiful hotel, that really wows the hotel guests!”

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COLUMN Anna Chaplin Opstelten

In 2006, I stood with my eldest son on the Kop of the Java island

I learned that wharfs have to be be accessible to the public, all

in the IJ in Amsterdam. We had the book ‘Oranje - Een Koninklijk

around the world.

Schip’ (Oranje - A Royal Ship) by Wim Grund with us. While I started with my ancestry research in the seventies, I only discovered then

My daily walk often passes by the Java island and I’d noticed that

that I stepped onto Dutch soil for the first time right here – at two

– aside from the ‘Zeeman op de uitkijk’ war monument – nothing

years old.

reminded me of the SMN that sailed to the Dutch East Indies, or rather Indonesia, half a century ago anymore. Whereas the KNSM

On 16 October 1953, the ms. Oranje, flagship of the Stoomvaart

portion of the island had been maintained, same for the Koninklijke

Maatschappij Nederland (SMN), departed from Jakarta via

Hollandsche Lloyd on the other side. Considering the richness of

Singapore, Belawan, Colombo, Suez, Port Said, Naples, and

this piece of history, it was a shame. I realised that I would meet

Southampton to Amsterdam. In Belawan, the port of my birth city of

people from the SMN on the National Remembrance of the Dead

Medan, my mother boarded the ship with my younger sister and me.

day on the Java island. When it turned out that they felt the same

On 6 November, the Oranje arrived on the Javakade. Sadly I don’t

way I did, I decide to advocate for historical visibility here.

have any conscious memories of any of this.

In the meanwhile, WestCord Hotels had been announced as a Twenty years later I’d go live in Amsterdam, in the Rivierenbuurt,

winner of the contest with a design by the SeARCH architect agency

where my children would also be born. Then we moved to

for Hotel Jakarta Amsterdam. The website said there will be a (sub-)

Maastricht, where I would stay due to a divorce. My children had

tropical indoor garden made in collaboration with Hortus, and

already moved back to the capital by then. However, when my work

together with the Tropenmuseum, artefacts from Indonesia will be

of figuring out the past in various aspects appeared to be finished in

displayed as well. What was missing, however, was the information

2013, it seemed to be confirmed by the universe, as I suddenly had

that shows people how special the unique location of the new hotel

the opportunity to return after eight years. To a home on the fourth

is. I sent a letter with a photo of how it used to be.

and fifth floor with a view on the IJ and within walking distance of the Java island. It really connected to my imagination that I’m back to

In July of this year – over three years since the first letter – I was

where I arrived so very long ago.

invited for a meeting and I heard that Hotel Jakarta is going to bring back this important part of local, but also national, history into the

It was such a disappointment to me when I discovered that there

public eye. This was the intention from the beginning. Many people,

was a contest for the best hotel concept for the precise location

myself included, are grateful to Hotel Jakarta for this!

where the Oranje landed in Amsterdam; I wouldn’t be able to walk there anymore! But during a lecture about waterfront development,

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© Anna Chaplin Opstelten

The family just before leaving for the Javakade, in Medan in October 1953

An older photo of Anna with the Javanese help Rusmie

Anna in 2017

On the left you can see Anna’s mother together with Anna and on their right her aunt with Anna’s younger sister, upon arrival on the Javakade on 6 November 1953. In the The Ms. Oranje en route

foreground you can see their big suitcase.

Anna Chaplin Opstelten (65) moved from Indonesia to the Netherlands at the age of 2. At the time she arrived on the Javakade in Amsterdam and she lives on almost exactly the same place today.

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GIOVANNI VAN BRONCKHORST

“I always give everything I’ve got” THE ROTTERDAM NATIVE AND HEAD COACH OF FOOTBALL CLUB FEYENOORD NOT ONLY HAS A STATUE IN THE CITY MUSEUM OF ROTTERDAM FOR THE 2017 CHAMPIONSHIP WITH FEYENOORD – HE HAS SO MANY MORE PRIZES AND AWARDS TO HIS NAME. GIOVANNI VAN BRONCKHORST (42) IS RANKED AT NUMBER SIX IN A SPECIAL LIST OF COACHES WHO MANAGED TO WIN AT LEAST THREE NATIONAL AWARDS AND STARRED AS FOOTBALL PLAYER AT CLUBS LIKE THE GLASGOW RANGERS, ARSENAL, BARCELONA AND WIN PRIZES IN THE CHAMPIONS LEAGUE, SUPERCOPA AND FA CUP. THIS ALL MAKES FOR A VERY IMPRESSIVE RESUME. DESPITE ALL THIS, GIO IS A NORMAL GUY WHO GIVES EVERYTHING HE’S GOT EVERY SINGLE DAY AND GOES FORWARD WITH HIS EYES ON THE PRIZE WITH HIS TEAM. AND HE HAS THE SAME WORKING ETHIC WHEN IT COMES TO HIS OWN FOUNDATION: TOGETHER WITH HIS WIFE, MARIEKE, HE WORKS ON HIS GIOVANNI VAN BRONCKHORST FOUNDATION TO GIVE YOUNG CHILDREN A BETTER FUTURE. “MAKING PEOPLE HAPPY AND SHARING SUCCESSES, THAT’S THE BEST THING IN THE WORLD,” – SAYS VAN BRONCKHORST. THAT’S NOT ALL, BECAUSE THE ROTTERDAM NATIVE AND WESTCORD HOTELS ARE NO STRANGERS TO EACH OTHER. THE TRAINER AND HIS TEAM HAD A CHRISTMAS DINNER IN NY BASEMENT AND THEY CELEBRATED THEIR CHAMPIONSHIP ON THE SS ROTTERDAM. GIOVANNI AND ROTTERDAM SEEM INSEPARABLE AND BECAUSE OF THAT, WE WERE CURIOUS IF HE DARED TO BE INTERVIEWED FOR A MAGAZINE THAT IS COMPLETELY MARKED BY THE NEW HOTEL JAKARTA IN AMSTERDAM. THE ANSWER IS YES. YOU READ IT HERE!

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YOU HAVE ACHIEVED SOME GREAT

AND HOW DID YOU DISTINGUISH

THE TEAM BONDED IN A REALLY SHORT

THINGS – AS A FOOTBALL PLAYER AND

YOURSELF FROM OTHER FOOTBALL

AMOUNT OF TIME. OUR QUESTION IS:

IN YOUR PERSONAL LIFE. WHAT’S YOUR

PLAYERS AT THE TIME?

HOW?

SECRET POWER?

“You can’t compare yourself to others, because

“As a coach, nothing is better than having a happy

“I think it’s a combination of talent and my

each player has his own unique qualities and

and successful team. We are all working towards

character. As a little boy I showed potential and

talents. I can see similarities with other players

a goal, and that’s the championship. Every day we

talent, but I think my character trait of always going

who made it to the top or play for the national

work on this with utmost focus and we will go to

all out was a decisive factor. I had that as a football

team, and that’s the fact that they always give the

extreme lengths for it. We give nothing less than

player, and I still have that as a coach. I’m nor-

best of themselves. Giving your all – every day,

our very best for every training and every match.

mally calm and I can handle pressure very well; I

every training, every match. That is a condition to

Alongside training, I’m really occupied with the

learned that in my hectic years as a football player.

rise to and stay at the top, I believe this religiously

mental aspect of making the boys as strong as

I’ve also learned how to have a healthy dose of

and I teach my boys in the team the same thing. I

possible and making the club as close as possible,

relativism. I focus on things I find important and let

look for the strength and unique qualities of each

so we’ll give everything for each other and achieve

go of things I can’t change. I don’t get distracted

player and try to bring those forward for the team’s

the best we can. My ambition was to make the

and stay close to home.”

sake.”

team so powerful and aware of their strength, it

Photo’s ©Feyenoord Rotterdam/John de Pater

“WITH THE GIOVANNI VAN BRONCKHORST FOUNDATION WE WENT TO INDONESIA AND I WAS VERY GRATEFUL TO BE THERE, TO INSPIRE THE KIDS”

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would be difficult to beat. And the road to that is a beautiful thing.

I’m the one who has to lead the team and put the boys in their right place. When I see how we’ve grown, how we’ve become so strong together, and made it to that final goal, that’s so amazingly beautiful.

Not only for the players, but for their families, the staff, the fans and

“I AM HAPPIEST WHEN I HAVE MY FAMILY AROUND ME AND WE CAN ENJOY SUCCESSES TOGETHER”

everyone who is involved in Feyenoord.”

YOU SWITCHED FROM BEING A FOOTBALL PLAYER TO BEING A HEAD COACH OF A FAMOUS CLUB; THAT’S A GREAT WAY TO LEARN THE CRAFT IN A SHORT AMOUNT OF TIME! “This is real life – you don’t learn this in school and I gained so much experience in the first two years. Of course, it’s a complex job with a

Feyenoord. The goal is to unite sport and school, boost the kids’

lot of different aspects. Not only do you have to deal with the players

confidence, and prepare them for secondary education. It’s going

and the group dynamic, but you have a responsibility to the staff

well – great even. Those kids are so happy! They feel like they’re a

and have to deal with the sponsors, media, marketing, fans and

part of something, and that feeling is totally new to them.”

so on. You contribute as much as you can to the tactical, mental, physical and technical part of teamwork. Luckily we have a number

YOU TOOK THE FOUNDATION TO INDONESIA. WHAT DID

of assistant coaches who have taken on responsibilities and leader-

YOU DO THERE?

ship roles. They do very well. Plus, I am guided in my job; I learned

“We did a football clinic; it was a kind of pilot to see if it would work

quickly and gained a lot of experience. It’s the greatest job on earth,

over there as well. I was grateful to be there and to inspire the kids,

but there’s a lot more to it than people think.”

but afterwards I knew we really need to lay good groundwork in Rotterdam before attempting to expand in the future. We want to help

YOU HAVE A CLOSE BOND WITH YOUR FAMILY THANKS

as many children as possible, but we choose quality over quantity.”

TO YOUR MOLUCCAN HERITAGE. HOW DO YOU HONOUR YOUR ROOTS IN YOUR LIFE?

WHAT DO YOU REMEMBER OF INDONESIA AND WHAT DID

“I’m a guy who wants to share his success with family and friends.

YOU LIKE?

As a coach I’ve won three awards and I am happiest when I have my

“I was in Jakarta and it was a real metropolis – a world city. I

family around me and we can enjoy successes together. We have

remember it being really busy with lots of traffic and people. The

a large family and we meet up a lot; it’s always someone’s birthday,

attention we received was really intense and it was a fun trip; I have

or there’s some other reason for a party. We share a lot and I want

a lot of good memories and I want to return for personal reasons –

my team to feel the same warmth. Feyenoord feels like a close-knit

especially to my roots in the Moluccas.”

family and we involve the players and their family entirely too. That it’s thanks to my Moluccan heritage makes me feel pretty good.”

ARE YOU GOING TO STAY IN ROTTERDAM FOR A WHILE? A CITY THAT’S BOOMING IN ALL ASPECTS?

ALONG WITH FOOTBALL, YOU AND YOUR WIFE, MARIEKE,

“I love being in Rotterdam and feel at home. My family lives here,

ARE INVOLVED IN SOCIAL ISSUES AND FOUNDED A GREAT

my children go to school here, and we have the Foundation that

ORGANISATION FOR SEVENTH AND EIGHTH GRADERS

we’re really involved in. But you never know with football; you could

WITH LEARNING DISABILITIES. WHAT DO YOU WANT TO

end up leaving the country within a week. I had that life as a football

ACHIEVE WITH THE GIOVANNI VAN BRONCKHORST

player too. But my roots are in Rotterdam, I’m in the city a lot and I

FOUNDATION?

like being there. Rotterdam is booming and there are so many nice

“We want to help give as many children as possible a better future.

places to go to and to discover. We like to eat breakfast out and we

My wife, Marieke, has a background in education and is the one

like going shopping or grabbing a bite to eat. We can still do that,

who works with the foundation the most, now that I’m a coach for

it’s no problem.”

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W WESTCORD This is the news!

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Building updates!

HOTEL JAKARTA AMSTERDAM HOTEL JAKARTA IS STARTING TO TAKE ITS FINAL SHAPE. BUILDING IS GOING SMOOTHLY, DESPITE IT BEING NO EASY TASK. BEFORE, DURING AND AFTER CONSTRUCTION, SOME IMPORTANT ASPECTS MUST BE KEPT IN MIND. TO WORK AS SUSTAINABLY AS POSSIBLE, WE’RE WORKING ACCORDANCE WITH BREEAM PRINCIPLES. WHAT ARE THOSE? WE’LL EXPLAIN.

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During the entire building process of Hotel Jakarta Amsterdam, WestCord

are load bearing, meaning the rooms have minimised the use of concrete.

Hotels followed BREEAM principles. This is one of the most prominent

Additionally, the design of the building ensures that there is enough daylight in

sustainability brands in the world. It is the final grading for a sustainably

all spaces. Not only is this nice for guests, less artificial light is required. Social

building design, the construction thereof and the actual operation. You need

aspects are also important to BREEAM. Inhabitants of the surrounding area

to think of energy and water usage, transport, use of materials and disposal

are to be closely involved with and be kept updated on the process. Fun fact:

of waste. An important choice was the use of wood as a material. Not only as

the projected BREEAM-score is 75.5 per cent. That’s the highest reached

a finish but for the actual construction. The wooden walls of the hotel rooms

score in the Netherlands up until now!

LET THE SUN SHINE Over the course of the entire operation, Hotel Jakarta Amsterdam is trying to work as sustainably as possible. Just like in the building’s own design. That’s why the entire outside of the hotel is fitted with solar panels. The roof of the atrium consists of four hundred square metres of custom made and insulated solar panels. A special trait of these panels is that they let

plants in the indoor garden who need enough sunlight to stay healthy.

Additionally, every hotel room is fitted with a solar panel, connected to the balcony. This also generates

Photo Amy van Leiden

fifty per cent of light through. This is necessary for the

extra energy. Shower water will be able to be heated up with solar connectors, and electricity for warmth

FRIDAY 21 JULY 2017

and cooling storage in the garage can be generated as

HIGHEST POINT OF HOTEL JAKARTA

well. The cold water can be used to cool the building

Just before the traditional building holiday, the construction site was home to a little

and at the same time, via natural influences, warmed

celebration, because the highest point of the hotel was reached on 21 July. It was celebrated

and stored so it can be used in the winter to warm up

with a drink for the builders and additionally it was the ultimate opportunity to really savour

the building. Do you want to know more about this?

the view. Harry and Jennifer were also present to thank the builders for all their hard work

You can read it in the interview with Gerrit Polman on

and to inspect the building itself.

page 30.

THURSDAY 14 SEPTEMBER Another

special

characteristic

of

Hotel

Jakarta

SELECTING THE PLANTS

Amsterdam: pre-made hotel rooms. Almost three

This was an important day for Hotel Jakarta Amsterdam. The plants and trees for the hotel’s

quarters of the rooms were built modularly, in

most unique aspect, the subtropical indoor garden, have been selected. The COPIJN

other words, they were put together beforehand, with

greenhouses are some of the biggest in the Netherlands, full of wildlife from all over the

walls, floor, bathroom, toilet and balcony. These were

world. The plants and trees were chosen based on advice from Amsterdam’s own Hortus

constructed by Ursem Modular Bouwsystemen. Every

Botanicus. The prettiest ones received a ribbon with the label for Hotel Jakarta Amsterdam.

two hours, a hotel room would roll off the conveyor

All that’s left is transport and planting...

belt. After all rooms were done, they were prepared for transport. Then they were all stacked within four weeks.

OCTOBER

And that’s yet another special aspect, the modules were

ROOF’S CLOSED

stacked without an intermediary construction. Like lego

In early October the time had finally come, a special milestone in the building process.

bricks!

The roof is completely closed. And this is really important, because we can now start with dismantling, constructing the interior and planting the garden. The end is slowly, but surely, coming into view!

THE END IS COMING SLOW BUT DEFINITELY IN SIGHT!

We can’t wait for the hotel to be complete! Want to stay up to date on Hotel Jakarta’s construction? Follow the latest news via HOTELJAKARTA.AMSTERDAM/BOUWBLOG #23

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WestCord Times IN THE NEWS Two Escape Rooms on the ss Rotterdam · Sleeping with a robot in Hotel Delft · Facades chosen for the new Hotel Groningen

ESCAPE ROOM ON THE SS ROTTERDAM THE NETHERLANDS’ BEST BEACH PAVILION!

Not even three months had passed since the grand (re)opening of the completely re-done Badhuys on Vlieland, when it was awarded the ‘Best Beach Pavilion of the Netherlands’ award! The selection was based on ‘mystery visits’ and a vote.

The jury gave compliments on the interior with its industrial elements, sustainable character, eye for a clean environment and great service. There isn’t a possible better reward for hard work than this!

At the end of August the time had finally come: after months of preparation and testing, the Escape Room has been opened. The Escape Room’s story is based on the captains mysterious secrets. The story takes place in the nineties; in the era when the Premier Cruises shipping company took over the ship from the Holland America Line and the ship was rechristened ss Rembrandt. The Escape Room consists of two identical rooms that used to be cooling cells and are located on the D-Deck, in the bottom of the ship.

Participants have an hour to discover all of the captain’s secrets. You do the Escape Room with a minimum of four people and a maximum of eight each time. If you have a large friend group, you can make teams and race to see who can escape first!

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FUTURE PLANS: HOTEL GRONINGEN Have you heard? WestCord is opening a new hotel – in Groningen! In the Oostwand on the Grote Markt, in the middle of the city centre. The facade designs were presented in November of last year to the city residents. They were allowed to give their opinions on the plans drawn

by German architect Thomas Müller. A choice has been made; they’re going to be historic stepped gables with straight walls. The impressions are certainly impressive – we just need to wait with building. We’re expected to start in late 2018.

NICE TO MEET YOU! We would like to introduce: Joris van Velzen, Food & Beverage Manager at Hotel de Veluwe. He lived in Haarlem all his life until he moved to the other side of the country for love. “It’s a big change, with all the calmness and space this new place gives me, but you get used to it pretty quickly,” says Joris. The fact that Hotel de Veluwe ‘gives just a little extra’ is the reason why it’s different to other hotels, is what the newcomer believes.

He continues: “It’s precisely the personal approach that we offer guests that make this a nice place to work, which makes me feel right at home!”

NEW AT ART HOTEL AMSTERDAM The Art Hotel Amsterdam has recently gained two new permanent residents. The two supermen have retired, so it was high time for something new and that something is two cows. Meet Batman and Robin! They will now guard the hotel guests and West Amsterdam. We are happy to welcome them.

FASHION’S HANGOUT

Only recently, the Fashion Hotel in Amsterdam got a proper lounge: the Fashion’s Hangout. Located on the first floor, just above the bar. Guests can work and relax here. There are a number of places where you can work in peace and you can play with the various gaming consoles, chill out on the couches and enjoy snacks and drinks.

Access to the lounge costs a little more but you get your money’s worth!

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Photo Dokter Deen season 3 © MAX / Mark de Blok

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DOKTER DEEN CHAMPIONS IN ROTTERDAM

From the 20th until the 27th of august, the Dutch Women’s volleyball team played for a ticket to the world champions in Japan 2018, in Rotterdam. During this week the entire Dutch team and their staff stayed at Hotel New York. It was quite an experience for the volleyball players and they were definitely pampered with dinners at NY Basement, a ride with the water taxi to training and breakfasts’ in the big restaurant. The result? They made it to the world championships and we have twenty-three new ambassadors for Hotel New York!

SWEET DREAMS IN DELFT

Sleeping with a robot... that sounds very strange. Four ambitious engineers from TU Delft had the bright idea to develop a robot that can help people with sleeping issues sleep better. Somnox is your sleeping partner who will take you to bed and assist you. How does it work? It’s a huggable robot that can, for example, stimulate your breathing to make you fall asleep quicker, and sleep deeper.

Also, the robot makes sounds that make you sleepy. At the moment, there is only a Somnox prototype and it’s available for pre-orders. However: Hotel Delft organised a collaboration with the developers and now Somnox can be tested by hotel guests.

If you want to test the robot, go to westcordhotels.nl/somnox.

“I SLEPT WITH A ROBOT AND IT WAS FANTASTIC” - SOMNOX

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The recordings for the latest season of ‘Dokter Deen’ were done in June and July. Naturally, these took place on Vlieland! Fun fact: the cast and crew slept at Strandhotel Seeduyn.

JUST LIKE IN THE MOVIE A few years ago, the ss Rotterdam was the decor for the movie ‘Bobby en de Geestenjagers’ (Bobby and the Ghost Hunters) and last summer there were new recordings being done on the ship.

This time it was for the new movie ‘K3 Love Cruise’. The girls from K3 go on a cruise as special guests – like Nicolette van Dam, Winston Post and Tim Douwsma. The movie will be airing in cinemas in December 2017.

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WESTCORD

PIETER LEWIS E-commerce Manager

PIETER LEWIS HAS WORKED AT WESTCORD HOTELS AND HAS NOT ONLY SEEN HIS OWN CAREER GROW – HE ALSO SAW THE NUMBER OF HOTELS TRIPLE. BUT THAT’S NOT ALL. PIETER MOVED ABROAD, WESTCORD ADJUSTED HIS JOB SO HE COULD CONTINUE WORKING AT THE HOTEL GROUP – FROM JERUSALEM AND SAN FRANCISCO. IT’S BEEN TWO YEARS SINCE PIETER RETURNED TO HIS REGULAR SPOT IN AMSTERDAM. “I HAVE STARTED APPRECIATING THE NETHERLANDS AGAIN.”

WHAT KIND OF POSITIONS HAVE YOU HAD?

are often allowed to make our own decisions.

ONE OF YOUR JOBS AT THE MOMENT IS

“I started as reservations staff at Art Hotel Amster-

Sometimes this means pioneering, and that makes

THE HOTEL JAKARTA AMSTERDAM

dam, I was aiming to becoming a Reservations

things interesting. I find it appealing that this is

WEBSITE DEVELOPMENT, CAN YOU TELL

Manager. At the time there were five WestCord

a Dutch company with a strong entrepreneurial

US A LITTLE MORE ABOUT THAT?

Hotels, four of which were located on the Wadden

spirit, but remains down to earth. It’s also fun that I

“About a year ago we launched the preopening

islands, now that number has tripled. After that

get all the news – never a dull moment!”

website

I became a chain-wide Revenue Manager.

we

builtthat

ourselves. Over the months, we have post-

I was involved in determining prices for rooms,

WHAT MAKES YOU GOOD AT WHAT YOU

ed updates and added nice photos of the

organising occupation and marketing the hotels.

DO?

hotel’s development. Now we’re working on the

I had so much fun, but I followed my husband

“I think it’s because I’m flexible, creative, and good

new website where reservations can be made

abroad. I thought I would have to quit my job.

at the implementation of these traits. I’m loyal to

and include all sorts of information about the

That was eight years ago and at the time I asked if

WestCord and they are loyal to me. It goes both

facilities. The launch is set for November and the

I could take on jobs that did not necessarily require

ways.”

design is very visual. We’re aiming at mobile first, so

my presence. WestCord was so loyal to me and moved my duties to organising website content.”

the website works well on mobile devices. We’ve HAS THERE BEEN AN EXTRA SPECIAL

integrated social media with a lot of videos and

DAY OF WORK OR SOME OTHER SPECIAL

nice pictures to entice guests to visit us.”

AND NOW YOU’RE AN E-COMMERCE

MOMENT?

MANAGER. WHAT DOES THAT ENTAIL?

“We acquired the ss Rotterdam in 2013, I lived

WHAT DO YOU LIKE TO DO WHEN YOU’VE

“All transactions that are done digitally, such as

abroad at the time but at that exact moment

GOT TIME OFF?

online reservations via our hotel websites and

I was in the Netherlands. I am very happy that

“I like to do a lot of things actually, but mostly

online marketing. We also develop the WestCord

I could be a part of this great moment in WestCord

eating, drinking and enjoying life. Last year we

websites; I’m the contact for that. Additionally we

history. We literally received the keys in the

bought a house in The Hague and completely

do online advertising, Google advertising, we send

transfer, it was quite special. We all boarded the

renovated it; including a new kitchen. We are there

newsletters, and we’re active with social media –

ship and I thought it was amazing to see what was

very often, and our favourite is the Indonesian

on Instagram and Facebook for instance. We have

onboard, who worked there, and all the things

cuisine. Therefore I’m very excited about the menu

three people working on this, at the office at the

that still needed work. The day ended with a de-

of Hotel Jakarta Amsterdam. Another important

Fashion Hotel in Amsterdam.”

licious dinner in the Club Room with the board.

aspect of our lives is our dog Max, a Rhodesian

I ended up staying onboard for three days, just

Ridgeback. We often go for walks on the beach

WHY IS WORKING AT WESTCORD SO FUN?

because there was so much to do. This is definitely a

and in the dunes with him.”

“What attracts me the most is that we have so

highlight of my WestCord career.”

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Photo Bastiaan van Musscher

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The transparent solar panels on the roof of Hotel Jakarta Amsterdam

THE GREENEST HOTEL OF THE NETHERLANDS How do you become that?

NOW YOU’VE GOT THIS MAGAZINE, YOU WILL NOTICE ONE THING: HOTEL JAKARTA AMSTERDAM WILL BECOME THE FIRST ENERGY-NEUTRAL HOTEL IN THE NETHERLANDS. A PIONEER IN THE FIELD OF DUTCH SUSTAINABILITY. IN ORDER TO REALISE THIS, WESTCORD HOTELS HAS ENLISTED THE SERVICES OF PARTNERS SUCH AS ULC INSTALLATIETECHNIEK B.V.. THIS SOCIALLY RESPONSIBLE COMPANY FROM UTRECHT BUILDS ALL MECHANICAL ENGINEERING/ELECTROTECHNICAL AND SPRINKLER INSTALLATIONS IN THE NEW HOTEL. PROJECT MANAGER GERRIT POLMAN TELLS US ALL ABOUT IT.

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Gerrit Polman, projectmanager ULC Installatietechniek b.v.

To achieve the status of an energy-neutral building, you

generated by means of geothermal storage. Gerrit continues:

need to get an EPC (energy performance coefficient) below

“Next to the hotel, a single source of 180 metres deep

0.4. For Hotel Jakarta Amsterdam, this score will be even

is constructed. In the summer months, excess heat is

lower; it will be zero. This number expresses the building’s

loaded into the heat source from the building installation,

energy-efficiency. The technical installations that make the

which is used during winter months to heat the hotel. In

hotel as sustainable and energy-efficient as possible, are

the winter months, the excess cold is subsequently loaded

invented and applied by ULC Installatietechniek b.v.. As

from the system into the cold source, which can be used in

project manager at ULC, Gerrit is responsible for both the

summer to cool the building. In this way, the hotel is kept

electrotechnical and the mechanical engineering installations

at a pleasant temperature in an energy-efficient way.

within this process. What does the collaboration look like?

Additionally, a system extracting energy from surface water

Gerrit says: “Our collaboration has already occurred in a very

is also constructed. This makes it possible to extract energy

early stage – even before the start of construction. A year

from the IJ.

and a half before, all facets and installations were discussed in a construction team and coordinated with DGMR and

And the different consumption parameters, such as energy

architectural firm SeARCH. Additionally, we looked at how

and water, are frequently monitored by means of a digital

we could realise these ideas in practice. The collaboration

measuring system. This provides insight into the energy

is extraordinary. Everything is followed very carefully.”

flows within the building. Lots of attention was also paid to

Additionally, they aim to achieve a BREEAM ‘Excellent’

lighting; by applying energy-efficient LED lighting, an opti-

score for this hotel. BREEAM is the instrument by which the

mal lighting level can be reached with minimal energy. Gerrit

sustainability of a building, the area and the construction

continues: “Thanks to the large number of windows, there’s

process are evaluated in an integral manner.

lots of natural light in the building. It’s also very important for the growth process of the subtropical indoor garden that the

Many different techniques are applied to realise this

lighting is optimal. Lighting is also an important parameter

energy-neutral status. The roof and parts of the facades are

for achieving the sustainable BREEAM certificate.”

covered with high-quality solar panels to generate energy.

The outer facade will consist of triple glazing, which provides

At the time of writing, it’s mid October 2017 and Hotel

lots of natural light and a high insulation value. The building

Jakarta Amsterdam is still a building shell. The shell structure

materials largely consist of wood instead of the conventional

has been built; time to dot the i’s and cross the t’s. In this

concrete. Wood is not only more sustainable to produce, it’s

stage, ULC Installatietechniek b.v. is working on delivering

a better insulator than concrete is and stronger with regard

and assembling the technical installations for the under-

to its weight. To limit the impact on the environment and the

ground parking garage, the restaurant, the espresso bar, the

climate as much as possible, it was chosen to prefabricate

indoor pool, the wellness rooms, the skybar, the meeting

172 hotel rooms in the factory in Wognum. These rooms

rooms and the completion of two hundred luxury rooms and

were transported to the Java island piece by piece and

suites. The hotel is truly being finished now.

stacked like legos.

Another energy-saving measure that was applied in Hotel Jakarta Amsterdam is collecting rainwater. This is used to water the subtropical indoor garden. Energy is also

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WESTCORD

KIDS & TEENS The best outings in Amsterdam INTERESTED IN HOTEL JAKARTA ON AMSTERDAM’S JAVA ISLAND? WE GET THAT! THAT’S WHY YOU’LL FIND THE BEST OUTINGS THAT YOU CAN COMBINE WITH A VISIT TO THIS NEW WESTCORD HOTEL AND A FUN THING TO TAKE WITH YOU.

TROPENMUSEUM You’ll learn more about the world at the Tropenmuseum! You can learn about other cultures and people here. For instance, at the Tropenmuseum Junior, you can go on a trip to Morocco, because in the ‘ZieZo Marokko’ exhibition, fictional kids will tell you about their parents’ country and you can do that too! In the permanent exhibit you can see all sorts of cool things from South East Asia and you can go on a story trip of different cultures.

TROPENMUSEUMJUNIOR.NL

Photo Ivar Pel

Hortus Botanicus

Do you have green thumbs? Or maybe you don’t have them at all? Doesn’t matter, because Hortus Botanicus is fun for all! Here you can see for yourself how plants and flowers grow, you can join the ‘Plantentoppers’ scavenger hunt and you can discover interesting facts and other things. Special children’s activities are organised every holiday.

DEHORTUS.NL

Photo Muziekgebouw aan ’t IJ

Are mummy and daddy taking you along? Of

MUZIEKGEBOUW AAN ’T IJ

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Music is great for learning and you can make a start

you! They’re made of eco-linen – so it’s good for

at Muziekgebouw aan ’t IJ! In the Klankspeeltuin

the environment – and available with cool and

you (and your parents) can make music together.

COOL!

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You can even celebrate your birthday there!

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COLOUR THE FIVE LIGHTHOUSES THE WAY YOU WANT

Do you know which one belongs to which Wadden Island?

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#WESTCORD @ social media

WHAT’S GOING ON IN THE WORLD OF WESTCORD HOTELS? YOU CAN FIND OUT ON OUR FACEBOOK PAGE, TWITTER AND INSTAGRAM VIA @WESTCORDHOTELS. DID YOU TAKE A FUN PICTURE WHILST VISITING A WESTCORD HOTEL? SHARE IT WITH US AND MAYBE IT WILL BE FEATURED IN THE MAGAZINE’S NEXT EDITIONS!

We love the Wadden Islands Schylge has such a lovely location @LARSSTUIFBERGEN

@LUCIANAHOEN_

Give a push, if you dare @MMONONEN

Wine and food combinations at Club Room by ss Rotterdam Now that’s what we call ice cream

After recording Dokter Deen, the cast has to have a rest, of course @JELLEJANDEJONG

@WIJNTJESMETESTHER

@BADHUYS

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It wasn’t always nice weather during the Horizontour on Ameland, but would we give up? No way!

Zennnnnnnnn on the ss Rotterdam

The Salland hills are and stay beautiful!

@JOSEPHINEZWAAN

@NAOMI_HOEDT

@NG.TRAVEL

New neighbours at Hotel de Veluwe @JONATHANJELIER.PNG

It’s a work of art in real life as well @INMASERRANITO

We’re happy to help the festival visitors at the WTC Hotel Leeuwarden @ELLENRIJVERS

The chickens are spinning again at the Zeevaert on Vlieland

SHARE YOUR EXPERIENCE WITH US!

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Hotel New York is a first row seat during Wereldhavendagen @ROTMANCITY

A trip with the Bon Bida, onwards to the seals! @REDDIAMONDS

That’s what we call city view @ARDYBEATTRAVELS

The flags are flying proudly on Hotel Jakarta Amsterdam’s roof @JEROENMAANEMAN

The lobby at Hotel Delft is an online talkshow’s decor

Even if you eat a gluten-free diet you can have a lovely dinner at le brass in the WTC Hotel @GLUTENFREE.HAPPINESS

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Catwalk photos Team Peter Stigter

BY ROCKLAND | HACKED BY is worn in Hotel Jakarta Amsterdam

CLOTHES MAKE THE MAN. IT’S NOT JUST A SAYING, IT’S VERY TRUE! SO A LOT OF CARE HAS BEEN TAKEN WITH THE OUTFITS FOR THE NEW HOTEL JAKARTA AMSTERDAM STAFF. THEY’RE GETTING WORK CLOTHING THAT IS BOTH DESIGNED AND PRODUCED BY BY ROCKLAND | HACKED BY – A COLLABORATION BETWEEN TWO BRANDS HACKED BY__ AND BY ROCKLAND.

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Sofie Rockland

HACKED by__ is the clothing brand of designers

important reason to WestCord Hotels to choose

Alexander van Slobbe and Francisco van Benthum

this brand for making uniforms for Hotel Jakarta

and By Rockland is a creation of Sofie Rockland,

Amsterdam employees. Because the hotel is avant

who makes product lines for the hotel industry.

garde and makes daring choices, in both shape

Together they made distinguished, sustainable

and materials, this is noticeable in the clothing’s

uniforms with a designer’s signature and that is

style. And the historical location of the hotel –

exactly what WestCord for Hotel Jakarta was

the Java island – is a decisive factor in the final de-

looking for.

signs. That really ties everything together. Clothing development is in full swing at the moment.

Rockland has worked in the hotel industry for a

Interested to see how that works?

few years and with her company, By Rockland, she has translated various hotel concepts into fitting

This is how it works. They work with pre-existing

product lines. Van Slobbe and Van Benthum have

clothing pieces to which details are added or por-

worked as designers for various company uniform

tions are replaced. For example, a button up shirt

projects – even for the Rijksmuseum. In 2014

can be lengthened with another kind of fabric,

they launched the sustainable brand HACKED

which changes it into a dress. Additionally, clothing

by__, with which they create clothing collections

can be made from a combination of various lefto-

from overstock, leftover fabrics and materials

ver materials or recycled fabrics. This leads to new,

from the fashion industry. Take clothing that was

sustainable clothes with their own unique char-

delayed and did not make it to the shelves, for

acter. Of course, they also take functionality and

instance. Normally, these pieces are destroyed and

comfort into account. But the design is not all –

that’s a waste of resources. Van Slobbe and Van

there’s more to it. For instance, only clothing pieces

Benthum purchase these fabrics and pieces and

are made that can simply be put into a washing

add another design layer to them, resulting in

machine and do not require any chemical cleaning,

a unique product with a clear signature. These

because that is harsh on the environment. Addi-

clothing pieces can still be sold, which prevents

tionally the uniforms will be constructed in collab-

waste.

oration with local studios as much as possible to keep the lines short, the transport minimal and the

This method of adding more sustainability is an

quality high.

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Normal shampoos secretly contain

just three minutes. The result? The

some ingredients that are less than

skin immediately looks hydrated,

ideal for our hair. Sodium Lauryl

smooth and soft. Also nice: with

Sulfate for example – the component

your purchase, Comfort Zone is

that makes your shampoo foam up –

sponsoring biosand filters to provide

is extremely aggressive for your hair

a whole community in Cambodia

and scalp. It’s better to use a natural

with clean water. €37

version, such as the Banana Truly 2

Nourishing Shampoo from The Body

#4 SCENT

Shop! This nutritious product gently

Scents can have all sorts of memories

cleanses your hair and envelopes

attached to them and Aveda has

you in a energising tropical scent. €7

made a product to go with that: their

(250ml)

new Pure-Fume™ Hair Mists. These 99 per cent plant-based sprays

#2 NUTRITIOUS The

ALL NATURAL NOW THAT TEMPERATURES ARE DROPPING AGAIN, IT’S TIME TO PAMPER OURSELVES. ALL

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soften hair, make it glossy, and take

butter

creams

by

you to three of the worlds’ most

L’OCCITANE are made as organically

beautiful places – in your mind. Our

as possible and have been a hit for

favourite? That would be Mihana™,

years. The newest addition to the

which smells like blossom gardens in

collection is the Ultra-Light Body

Asia. €35 (75ml)

Cream: a light airy formula that melts on the skin and keeps it silky soft.

#5 SMOOTH

Lovely for dry winter skin! €30 (200ml)

Scrubbing is great for ensuring smooth skin and the Boost of

#3 MASK

Oxygen Facial Scrub by SELF is soft

You don’t need to keep track

and effective. The natural formula

of

Zone’s

with rice grains removes dead skin

WERE GREAT FOR THE SOUL, BUT NOT AS GOOD

HYDRAMEMORY mask, since you

cells and impurities mildly, while the

FOR YOUR HAIR AND SKIN! YOU CAN FIX THE

can leave it on your skin! The

pure oils nourish and repair the skin.

DAMAGE WITH THESE LOVELY PRODUCTS,

gel mask contains a high level of

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MADE FROM NATURE’S BEST.

hyaluronic acid and moraine oil and

THOSE HOURS OF SUNSHINE, SAND, AND SURF

time

with

Comfort

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Aveda

CLEANSING AND HYDRATION ARE THE BEST GIFTS YOU CAN GIVE YOUR SKIN – YOU’LL LOOK BETTER IMMEDIATELY 1

5

3

#1 CLEANSING

modern man and not only does it

Proper cleansing is important and the

work like a treat, it smells great,

best cleanser is Clarisonic Alpha Fit!

like leather and coffee. With this

This little machine is especially made

protecting shaving cream, that foams

to remove dirt, oil, sweat and other

up nicely with a shaving brush, you

pollution from thicker and tougher

can shave your chin perfectly. €12.95

mens’ skin. The compact waterproof

2

machine fits perfectly in a suitcase,

#4 HAIR

gym bag, shower and bathroom, and

You might want to get rid of the hair

has a unique brush head that works

of your chin but not the hair on your

on mens’ skin with or without facial

head! But many styling products

hair. €199

make your hair look thinner. That’s why

4

Aveda

released

Thickening

#2 HYDRATE

Paste: a natural styling paste that

Just about anything mens’ skin needs

helps

is in the Complete Care Moisturizer

individually from root to end, making

by L’OCCITANE. The grape seed oil

your hair look more voluminous

and cade essential oil hydrate and

immediately. €30.50 (75ml)

thicken

hair.

This

works

nourish the skin and protect it from

HYDRATE

irritations and outside influence, while

#5 SCENT

oak, birch and beech extracts soften,

The Colonia Pura scent has been

firm and improve repairs. €40 (50ml)

updated

A LITTLE BIT OF DEODORANT ACTUALLY ISN’T ENOUGH TO LEAVE THE HOUSE FRESH AND FRUITY

and

exudes

sensual

masculinity, mixed with fresh energy #3 SHAVING

and modern lightness. It has a

IN THE MORNING, BUT WE KNOW THINGS GET

After years of beards, we’re starting

deliciously

CONFUSING WHEN YOU’RE IN THE AISLES AT YOUR

to see more clean-shaven faces, and

wooden scent. Acqua di Parma

LOCAL DRUG STORE. SO HERE YOU’LL FIND

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based the scent on the wealth

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of nature and developed it in a

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products with a vintage vibe for the

sustainable way. €83 (50ml)

citrus-like,

spicy

and

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SPA DAY WORK HARD, PLAY HARD. WHAT’S BETTER AFTER A HARD DAY’S WORK, SITTING IN MEETINGS OR WANDERING THROUGH THE CITY, THAN TO RELAX IN A SAUNA OR A POOL? OR HOW ABOUT A MASSAGE? YOU CAN DO ALL OF THAT AT THE HOTEL JAKARTA AMSTERDAM.

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The wellness part of Hotel Jakarta Amsterdam is located at the back. It’s a centre of peace on Java island with a direct view on the IJ from the pool and the treatment rooms. Doing laps in the pool is far from a chore. After swimming, you can have a seat in one of the relaxation chairs, read a book or simply watch the boats go by.

The treatment rooms have a modern decor with Indonesian influences to really feel the relaxing vibes. Here, you can enjoy a massage, a facial, get waxed, or have a pedicure or manicure. In the fitness area, you can get your daily dose of exercise. Modern fitness equipment is available for use for a workout with a view over the IJ.

Hotel guests can enjoy the facilities, of course, but guests from outside are also welcome. The wellness centre has its own entrance on the street side, next to the bakery. From the luxurious foyer you take the stairs up to one of the five treatment rooms. We’ll see you soon, right?

SUSTAINABLE BEAUTY When entering the spa of Hotel Jakarta Amsterdam, you definitely will see the amenities of Comfort Zone.

The products of the Italian skin care brand will give optimal results for every skin type and condition and an overall sense of wellbeing for body and mind. The exclusive “Science-based Conscious Formulas™” ensures the products’ maximum performance and safety for face and body. Rich in natural-origin ingredients (up to 99 per cent), they are free from silicones, parabens and animal derivatives. To strive for sustainable beauty is not only our mission, but also our responsibility to the world we live in.

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Photo Yvette Kulkens

KELLY WEEKERS Drs. Mindset

DR. KELLY WEEKERS (28) IS NOT ONLY A SIGHT TO BEHOLD; SHE’S ALSO SMART AND ENTREPRENEURIAL. SHE’S A GRADUATE OF BOTH PSYCHOLOGY AND NEUROSCIENCE OF THE UNIVERSITY OF MAASTRICHT AND HAS HAD HER OWN PRACTICE FOR YEARS. AS A MINDSET MOTIVATOR SHE GUIDES INDIVIDUALS AND ENTREPRENEURS. NO MUMBO-JUMBO, INSTEAD IT’S ALL ABOUT CLEAR AND CONCRETE FOOTHOLDS TO CHANGE YOUR LIFE – BOTH THE PROFESSIONAL AND PRIVATE ASPECTS OF IT. SHE ENTHUSES AND MOTIVATES VISITORS OF HER ONLINE INSPIRATION PLATFORM GZDNENZO.NL TO FIND A HEALTHY BALANCE IN LIFE AND LEAD HAPPIER LIVES.

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WE READ A LOT ABOUT BALANCE ON

BEAUTIFUL, SWEET LITTLE GIRL. HOW HAS

to worry about the occasional trip to the burger

GZNDENZO. HOW DO YOU STAY BALANCED?

THIS LITTLE MIRACLE CHANGED YOUR

shop or wine or a snack on the couch, because

“I stay balanced by keeping a clear image

LIFE?

those things make life fun for me. Especially in

of what truly makes me happy. By finding a

“However small she may be, she has changed

terms of health, I can see a lot of people push

balance between the time I spend on things I

our lives completely. She makes our lives

themselves to be ‘perfect’ in that sense. And

‘have’ to do and the things I ‘want’. For this

complicated – the enormous responsibility that

that stresses you out. And if something is bad

reason, I believe in time management, struc-

you feel is overwhelming – but at the same time

for your health, it has to be stress!”

ture, and routines. It gives me peace and space

she simplifies them, because she is simply the

to at least spend some time on the things that

most important thing to us and everything else

HOW DO YOU FEEL ABOUT SUSTAINABLE

make me happy at the end of the day. For me,

is accessory. It brings me so much peace. It’s

LIVING AND ORGANIC FOODS?

a healthy balance is in a combination of profes-

all encompassing; real, pure love.”

“We try to live as sustainably as possible and eat

sional and private; spending time on myself, my

little meat – and when we do eat it, we check

family, our relatives and friends, but also

the quality. Our second house in Ibiza is

on my career.”

a little solar-energy run farm. I think it’s an important aspect for the future. The new generation is more conscious of the

DO YOU ALWAYS FIND BALANCE OR DO YOU SOMETIMES MAKE A MISTAKE?

“Absolutely, like many other women I try to keep busy and sometimes I make

“THE SECRET TO STAYING BALANCED? THE RIGHT MINDSET”

mark they’re leaving on the planet. And that means making choices: idealistic and realistic.”

a misjudgement. Especially ‘time for

WHAT KIND OF TRAVELS INSPIRE

myself’ is something that occasionally

YOU?

falls by the wayside. If I’m not feeling very

“I love seeing the world – I want to disco-

good about myself, I don’t continue on

ver things. Our holiday home is familiar

auto-pilot, but I try to be conscious that I’m

DO YOU MAKE YOUR DECISIONS

and a nice place in the sun, but we love faraway

not doing the right thing. As soon as you’re

DIFFERENTLY THAN YOU DID BEFORE?

trips and foreign cultures. We love Asia! I want

conscious of the problem, you can fix it. That’s

“I’m more time-efficient, I’m better at setting

to see as much of the world as possible, inclu-

something I teach my clients: you are the direc-

boundaries. I work as efficiently as possible to

ding all seven wonders of the world! I follow

tor of your own life. But you have to hop in that

be sure that my private life truly is my private

@thebucketlistfamily on Instagram and I look at

director’s seat to do so!”

life and I can be completely present there. I

them and think: you don’t have to put discove-

maintain focus by setting goals, a clear example

ring the world on hold just because you have

WHAT DO YOU RECOMMEND TO PEOPLE

is how I have decided to work part time so I can

a little one. She’ll just come along as much as

WHO WANT TO KEEP THEIR BODY, MIND

spend more time with my daughter.”

possible!”

HECTIC LIVES?

WHAT DO YOU VALUE, IN LEADING A

DO YOU HAVE A FINAL ULTIMATE TIP?

“The secret to staying balanced? The right

HEALTHY LIFE?

“My ultimate tip is to never stop investing in

mindset. A nice career, vitality, and health of

“I occasionally say: ‘Healthily thoughtful and

you; that’s the best investment you can make.

body and mind rise and fall with your mindset.

thoughtfully healthy.’ Everything in moderation

Not only will it improve your quality of life, it will

If you have the right tools, it’s easy to change.

is good for you. In terms of health I usually do

improve the lives of the people around you.

You can be a good coach to yourself.”

what I like and I can figure out what is good for

Ultimately, you are responsibly for your own

me. So I’ll make sure I get enough exercise in

happiness, so hop in that director’s seat and

for one day, but at the same time I’m not going

make it happen!”

AND SOUL IN BALANCE, DESPITE THEIR

THIS YEAR YOU BECAME A MOTHER TO A

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RAY’S CHOICE

Ray tells... ”Meat is the main focus of everything we

Chef of Lido Grill

”Nice to Meat offers a complete package

”We use the Dutch Weiderund from Nice

do in our restaurant Lido Grill. There are

of everything with meat, from the

to Meat to ”age” in our dry-age cabinet.

so many possibilities of cooking and you

exclusive Wagyu beef from Japan to cold

The ribeye and Côte du Boeuf are pieces

can put your soul and bliss in all kinds of

cuts products we use for breakfast and

of meat that lend themselves to dry age,

meat.” Raymon has been working with

everything in between. That is why I like

because of their high fat percentage,

the meat of Nice to Meat for nine years,

to work with them.”

the meat stays tender and tasteful.”

of which 5 years in Hotel New York and

The Lido Grill has a dry-cabinet named

for almost 4 years at SS Rotterdam.

Ray's Choice.

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TRAVEL

BERT KOMMERIJ and his love for the Java island BERT KOMMERIJ WAS MEMBER OF THE JURY THAT DECIDED WHO WOULD BE ALLOWED TO BUILD THE HOTEL ON THE JAVA ISLAND. ADDITIONALLY HE MANAGES THE JAVA ISLAND WEBSITE AND FACEBOOK PAGE. BERT ALSO DOES AUDIO TOURS AND HE HAD A ‘MEET THE LOCALS’ STAND AT FABCITY CAMPUS; AN EVENT THAT WAS HELD ON THE JAVA ISLAND LAST YEAR. AS A GIFT FOR LAUNCH OF THE CONSTRUCTION OF THE HOTEL, HE GAVE HARRY AND JENNIFER WESTERS A BRICK, FROM THE OLD BUILDING THAT USED TO BE HERE, IN THE SAME SHAPE AS THE NEW HOTEL.

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“I’VE LIVED ON THE JAVA ISLAND SINCE 2001.

WE NEVER MEANT TO MOVE HERE. IT WAS A COINCIDENTAL TRADE AND NOW WE DON’T WANT TO EVER LEAVE”

Bert presents the brick to Harry and Jennifer Westers

Bert: “I write radio plays and audio books, and I

even further back. “I like working in different

the space. I’m an Ameland native and I’ve lived in

love the Internet, so a lot of my work can be found

settings. For instance, I was a night porter at the

the polders for a long time. I grew up with space.

online. Additionally I do voice-over work for doc-

Fashion Hotel. I have a lot of respect for night

When I’m standing on the Kop, the wind’s always

umentaries and commercials. I know WestCord

porters. They prepare everything for the day crew,

blowing and people are far away. That’s hard to

Hotels from Vlieland. My sister and brother-in-law

do unfathomable administration, check in and out,

come by in a city. They want to build a bridge from

live there. I go there often enough and then you

carry suitcases... I lasted for a month or so. A new

the Java island to the North, but I’ll have to see it

just know who Harry Westers is. And who doesn’t

world opened up to me.”

first. It will change the Java island. Just like Hotel

know the bread from Bakkerij Westers?”

Jakarta Amsterdam is going to change the Java He continues: “I have lived with my husband on the

island: shaking things up! A place full of promise.

“As an ‘active resident’ of the Java island, I was

Java island since the summer of 2001. We never

I’m really interested in the new hotel. I consider it

invited to be a part of the jury to judge the last

meant to move here. It was a coincidental trade.

important that you need to feel like you’ve been

three proposals for the hotel. I was surprised to

Now we don’t want to leave. The water, the boats,

there before when you go to a hotel. It needs to

see that WestCord was participating. The plan

you get attached to it all. This neighbourhood was

feel familiar, but not too familiar. You need to have

won the jury over immediately: the collaboration

built for nice weather, that’s when everything is just

something to discover.”

with Hortus, the looks, the sustainable style, the

right. And the Kop is sacred to me. I write about

name; in other words, the whole package.”

it, maintain a Kop Java Facebook page, take photos of developments and make videos. How to

But Bert’s experience with WestCord hotels goes

Bert Kommerij’s website about the Kop Java: WWW.OVERDEKOP.WORDPRESS.COM

explain my love for the Java island? It’s because of

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JAKARTA stimulates all of your senses WHOEVER WANTS TO SEE THE REAL INDONESIA HAS TO START IN THE METROPOLIS OF JAKARTA, WHICH IS THE TENTH LARGEST CITY IN THE WORLD AT NEARLY TEN MILLION RESIDENTS. IF YOU COUNT THE UNREGISTERED INHABITANTS OF THE SLUMS, THAT NUMBER GROWS TO HIGHER THAN THIRTY MILLION. EVERYONE IN INDONESIA TRAVELS TO JAKARTA SEEKING THEIR FORTUNE. THE BUSY BLARING OF HORNS, THE HEAT, THE MODERN SKYSCRAPERS AND THE HAND-MADE MARKET STALLS GIVE THE CITY ITS OWN STARK CONTRASTS. JAKARTA HAS A RICH HISTORY THAT IS DEFINITELY WORTH DISCOVERING.

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Thanks to Indonesië reizen and Koningaap Photos Ministry of Tourism The Republic of Indonesia

The old governor’s house

Special tip Most of the sights to see in Jakarta are associated

Take a trip in a wooden boat through the old harbour of Jakarta. With a guide you can

with this long history. The independence square

learn about the history of the harbour and its boats, including their destinations, loads

Medan Merdeka is in the centre of Jakarta with the

and working conditions. That’s where you’ll hear about the historic line between Jakarta

National Monument in the middle. The square used

and Java island in Amsterdam. Exactly the place where Hotel Jakarta Amsterdam is

to be the place from where the Dutch ruled, but now

being built!

the square symbolises Indonesian independence.

Taman Fatahillah is a square in old Batavia, and

Nowadays there are still lines going to and from the Jakarta harbour, but these tend to

this square once was the governmental centre of

stay closer to home; that’s how you can travel to and from Bali or Sumatra, for instance.

the city. Located within various old colonial build-

These boats go very often, 24 hours a day.

ings, there are three different museums on the square. One of them is Museum Serjarah Jakarta, where you can learn all about Jakarta’s rich history. There is also a Portuguese cannon on Taman Fatahillah, and a fountain is found in the centre of the square. The old governor’s house, where you can find Jakarta National History Museum, is a sight you have to see for yourself! This building is a copy of the Royal Palace in Amsterdam. Inside, there are many pieces of old furniture, paintings and other remnants from the seventeenth century. The square and museum embody old Batavia.

Standing in the middle of the square one envision how the first Dutchmen lived here in the seventeenth century.

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Beautiful green nature can be found just outside Jakarta

CULTURE During your trip to Indonesia you will notice that certain things in Indonesia are different to what we do in Europe. Indonesians care about personal hygiene. They bathe at least twice a day. Indonesian bathing (‘mandi’) is different than in the West. While modern houses and many hotels now have showers thanks to western influences, you will sometimes encounter a traditional mandi-tub. Don’t get into the big tub of water in the bathroom (‘kamar mandi’) but take a small bucket and throw the water over your body.

MANNERS Indonesians are generally very friendly and open. Wherever you go in this country, you will often be greeted with ‘hello mister’ by children and even some adults (even if you are a woman).

Asking all sorts of personal questions about age, salary, religion and other things is normal in Indonesian cultures. The only negative to all the cheerful chatter is that Indonesians occasionally lose track of time and are late to appointments on a regular basis.

LANGUAGE The Indonesia isles are home to approximately 350 different languages and dialects. The Travelling through Indonesia means island

of Bandung. This particular area is perfect for

hopping, Java and Bali being the most well

escaping from the hustle and bustle of

known islands. With 17.508 islands, Indo-

Jakarta. It’s worth visiting a tea plantation in

nesia is the largest island state in the world.

the Javanese hinterland. The tea estate in

The surface area of rainforests is immense.

Malabar is an oasis of peace. It is precisely the

Gigantic trees are mixed in with an overwhel-

past glory that inspires people, and lounging

ming diversity of plants and there is incredi-

in the old chairs with a cup of Orange Pekoe,

ble biodiversity of wildlife thanks to the tropical

you can almost go back in time. You can find

climate. The most famous sights of Indonesia

authentic tea plantations with tea pick-

are found on Java which is home to the cap-

ers working away; the people are friend-

ital of Jakarta. That makes the capital city the

ly and short. Most Europeans are giants in

ideal home base. Also a good idea, for exam-

comparison to the smaller population and

ple, is to start your trip in the city and travel

that can result in some mutual hilarity. If you

further to the temple complex of Borobudur,

would like to read about this, the famous

the Prambanan temples, the Ujung Kulon

novel ‘The Tea Lords’ by Hella Haasse is highly

National Park, and the breath-taking volcano

recommended, as she captures life on

Bromo. And don’t forget the Malabar mountain!

Malabar beautifully.

official national language of Indonesia is Bahasa Indonesia, which is spoken by the majority of the population as a second language along with the local dialect. In the more tourist-oriented areas you can get around with English and some older people can even speak a bit of Dutch.

RELIGION Indonesia is home to the largest Muslim population in the world. Approximately 86 per cent of the population is Muslim. The remainder of the Indonesian population is Christian (ten per cent), Hindu (three per cent), Buddhist (one per cent) or practices animism. The further East you travel, the more Christians and ‘others’ you encounter.

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Outing tips WINTER IS COMING AND EVEN THOUGH YOUR WARM HOME IS CALLING WITH STEAMING CUPS OF HOT CHOCOLATE AND BLANKETS, HEADING OUT IS JUST AS FUN TO DO WHEN IT’S COLD, GO FOR THAT LOVELY BEACH WALK OR BOOK A NIGHT OUT AT A THEATRE!

HIGH WINING Every two weeks on Sunday, NY Basement in Rotterdam has an extra special event. After the success of jazz afternoons, it’s time for High Wine Live Music, which takes you back to pre-war Manhattan. Starting at two in the afternoon, you’re welcome to visit for some lovely wines and great live music.

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LA GRANDE DAME Discover the many stories of ‘La Grande Dame’. On the ss Rotterdam, you can take various tours with a guide, an audiophone or a combination of the two. Via a tour you can learn about the

THE NETHERLANDS’ BEST BEACH PAVILION Beach pavilion ‘t Badhuys on Vlieland was crowned best beach pavilion of the

rich history and fun facts of forty years of steamship history.

You can visit the engine room, the bridge and the bow! Buy your tickets online or visit the ss Rotterdam.

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Netherlands last July. We’re very proud of this, it looks great after all! We’ve had the privilege of welcoming many guests to our terrace, but wintertime is great for relaxing too. After a refreshing beach walk, it’s lovely to come in and warm up with a cup of hot chocolate or sip on some red wine. See you soon! BADHUYS.COM

ÉLEVÉ Ready to spend a night enjoying culinary creations and delicious wines? Take the lift to the eleventh floor of the WTC Hotel

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in Leeuwarden. Have a high-class dinner

OUTDOOR PROGRAMME

with beautiful views over Leeuwarden in

A business meeting or a family outing? Give the day a little

Michelin star restaurant élevé. Start your

extra flair with an outdoor programme at Hotel de Veluwe. A

evening with a cocktail in the skybar

drop-off, wildlife spotting with the ranger, or mountain biking, it’s all

followed by for a special four, five, or even

possible. After a fun activity you can have a rest at the hotel.

six course dinner accompanied by delicious

Finish the day off with a dinner at Restaurant Hubertus, named

wines. ELEVE.NL/EN

after the Veluwe’s most famous red deer. WESTCORDHOTELS.COM

ULTIMATE ENJOYMENT

FLORA & FAUNA

How wonderful is it to relax in a sauna or Turkish steam

Nature centre Ameland is right next to Hotel Noordsee. Here, you can learn all sorts of

bath after a long walk on the beach? Or to enjoy a massage?

things about the Wadden’s World Heritage wildlife. The aquarium where you can see fish

Wellness center Wellcome Wellness is located at WestCord

from the Wadden sea is extra fun. And how important is sustainable energy use? See the

Strandhotel Seeduyn on Vlieland and offers nine-hundred square

exhibition and find out how you can contribute to the environment. Have a drink at Hotel

meters of wellness facilities. With various saunas, soaking pools

Noordsee after your visit! NATUURCENTRUMAMELAND.NL

and a heated indoor pool. WESTCORDHOTELS.COM

There are plenty of reasons to take a weekend

OP WEST

trip to Amsterdam. A fun theatre performance, a

Restaurant Op West in Hotel Schylge is located on the West-Terschelling bay and has a panorama

show by your favourite artist, a night in Carré, or a

terrace with a view of the Wadden sea and marina. Delicious culinary dishes are served with a

weekend shopping trip. You’ve come to the right

classic French twist here. Naturally, they use local island products as much as possible. Op West

place for the latter. Fashion Hotel and City Centre

is an excellent choice for lunch, dinner or drinks on the terrace or in the sun room!

Hotel have a so-called Bijenkorf package, which

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CHEERS!

provides a Bijenkorf gift card and ensures a welcome with a complimentary glass of prosecco.

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I WANT TO RIDE A MOTORCYCLE If you love motorcycles, you must have been to the American Motorcycle Museum in Raalte.

Here you can find a unique collection of American motorcycles, some even date back to 1900.

Harley-Davidson is the best represented here, you can even see a Harley lawnmower at the museum. There are also a few ‘Liberators’ that the allied forces used to free Europe. When you’re done looking around, finish up your visit with a lunch or dinner at Hotel Salland. AMMH.NL

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TRAVEL

WORSTSHOPWORKSHOP

SWIMMING CENTRE DE DOBE

Opposite WestCord Art Hotel Amsterdam, you can find sausage making shop Brandt &

Up for a day of wet and wild fun? Right next to ApartHotel

Levie. Here, two young men practice the craft they learned from butchers in Corsica and

Boschrijck on Terschelling, there is a swimming centre with

in Italy. They’re often on the road with their food truck, but also organise workshops in their

slides and kiddy pools. But you can also simply swim laps there.

own butcher shop. Want to learn how to make your own sausages? Every two weeks,

Guests of ApartHotel Boschrijck can use the pool for free.

they organise a workshop just for this! BRANDTENLEVIE.NL

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NATURE PARK DELFTSE HOUT The nature park Delftse Hout is located just behind WestCord Hotel Delft, with four hundred hectares of greenery. It’s wonderful for walking and cycling, but you can also fish and swim here during the summer.

There’s a petting zoo and playground for the little ones too. DELFTSEHOUT.NL

ZEEVAERT BAR & ROTISSERIE CAN YOU HANDLE THE KAAP?

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Watching performances of Sjoerd – the bard of Vlieland – live soccer or Formula 1 and enjoying spit roast chickens. You’ve

Katendrecht is an up and coming neighbourhood in Rotterdam, where the ss Rotterdam is

come to the right place at ZeeVaert Bar & Rotisserie. Even in

moored. It used to be a neighbourhood for streetwalkers, now you’ll find many trendy little

winter you can enjoy a nice time here, the outdoor area is heated

restaurants. A true walhalla for foodies. Visit the Fenix Food Factory, Kaapse Brouwers,

after all. Don’t fancy any chicken? You also have the option of

Hotel New York (of course) or the ss Rotterdam! SSROTTERDAM.COM

mixed grill, spare ribs and sate. WESTCORDCULINAIR.NL

FAMILY BRUNCH Every first Sunday of the month, Hotel Delft is all about family. That’s when the hotel has its monthly family brunch. You can choose from a hot and a cold brunch buffet. Plus there are fun activities for kids!

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ELFSTEDENHAL The last Elfstedentocht (Eleven cities skating tour) was twenty years ago, and we’re all wondering if there will be another any time soon. Luckily you can put on a pair of skates almost every day at the Elfstedenhal next to WTC Hotel Leeuwarden.

It’s extra fun in winter and you can really get into the ‘Elfsteden mood’. WESTCORDHOTELS.COM

CLUB ROOM

Delicious food in a former cruise ship’s ‘living room’?

The Club Room is ss Rotterdam’s fine dining restaurant!

Here you can go on a tasty journey of dishes accompanied by amazing wines. As a nice bonus, every Friday and Saturday evening, a pianist plays some tunes as the cherry on top of what is bound to be a great night.

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DRINKS AND DANCES Every Thursday, Friday, and Saturday, people get on the dance floor at the Fashion Hotel SKYY Bar. Starting at 10pm, a DJ is playing and the bar tender is mixing drinks whilst you enjoy snacks and great views over Amsterdam. SKYYBAR.AMSTERDAM

TIGER Opposite WestCord Hotel Schylge on Terschelling, hidden in the brush, you can find the former German radar station Tiger. In World War 2, about two-hundred German soldiers worked there, and the entire complex takes up approximately seven hectares. Nowadays four bunkers are being used as museums. There are excursions almost everyday, ask at the hotel for more information. BUNKERSTERSCHELLING.NL

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TROPENMUSEUM Worldly

TROPENMUSEUM IS A MUSEUM ABOUT PEOPLE, LOCATED IN ONE THE LOVELIEST MUSEUM BUILDINGS IN THE NETHERLANDS. FROM AFRICA TO WEST AND SOUTHEAST ASIA, FROM NEW GUINEA TO LATIN AMERICA AND FROM A STORY JOURNEY TO A MUSIC JOURNEY – IN TROPENMUSEUM AMSTERDAM, YOU CAN DISCOVER WE’RE ALL THE SAME: HUMAN. CINDY ZALM (42) MANAGES THE MUSEUM’S COLLECTION AS HEAD OF COLLECTION MANAGEMENT. WE INTERVIEWED HER ABOUT THIS JOB.

WHERE DID YOUR PASSION FOR ART COME FROM?

started a collection with objects from the Dutch Indies. This collec-

“It goes back to primary school, where I had so much fun doing

tion was started in order to advance trade and interest the public –

projects. At secondary school, I did my first project on Vincent van

the collection soon outgrew the attic. Then, a private initiative was

Gogh. My father often took me to museums and the Van Gogh

started to found a museum in countryhouse Paviljoen Welgelegen,

Museum made a great impression on me. Particularly because

after in 1928 the museum moved to a new building in Amsterdam.

every painting is the start of a story. Then, I started to read more

Tropenmuseum was part of the Royal Tropical Institute (KIT) and

about it and thought: I’d love to do something with this when

that concerns much more than just this museum. The history of

I grow up.”

the KIT largely determined how that collection was initially started and grew. Later, exhibitions were displayed and private individu-

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COULD YOU TELL ME ABOUT YOUR COLLECTION IN THE

als, who worked as officials in the colonies, brought back objects.

TROPENMUSEUM?

Subsequently, the Tropenmuseum started to focus on develop-

“The vast collection has been brought together via many roads.

ment cooperation and collections came about in a completely

Once, there was an attic in Haarlem where rich entrepreneurs

different way. The collection has an incredibly varied history.”

HOW DO YOU SELECT THE ART?

WHAT MAKES TROPENMUSEUM UNIQUE?

stories and objects we have that may never be

“Nowadays, we’re much more aware of how much

“The collection of Indonesian objects is unique

selected for an exhibition. Yesterday, in the depot,

money it costs to ensure that art is preserved to be

in the world. This collection is so extensive

I came across a piece of embroidered Chinese silk

able to share it with the public. We are more aware

and varied, you really only see that in Indonesia

with a peacock on it, with beads and gems, on top

of the fact that our depot space is finite and we’ve

itself. Outside of Indonesia, it’s the most important

of it. Silk is a very fragile material that’s difficult to

become much more critical.”

collection.”

include in an exhibition.”

HOW DOES THE DUTCH COLLECTION

WHAT IS YOUR FAVOURITE OBJECT IN THE

WHAT COLLABORATIONS DO YOU HAVE?

COMPARE TO INTERNATIONAL

MUSEUM?

“Recently, we displayed objects outside the mu-

COLLECTIONS?

“I’ve been working at the museum since May,

seum at train stations throughout the Netherlands.

“We can borrow objects from other collections

so I’m still getting to know the collection. But

A few famous Dutchmen got to pick favourite

more and more easily. The world has become

the

and

objects from our depot. These objects were put

smaller. For exhibitions, we can also borrow

objects from the Maoris are amazing. They’re so

on display in specially built mini museums on the

pieces from other collections rather than going

beautifully made and the craftsmanship is certainly

platforms at the train stations. In the muse-

through the trouble of acquiring these ourselves.”

impressive. These are more visual cultures where

um, we will do the same thing with TV chef

the carved woodwork refers to lovely stories.”

Yvette van Boven’ from 3 November. Yvette has

statues

from

Papua-New-Guinea

CONSERVING ART, HOW DO YOU DO THAT?

composed a special selection of kitchenware and

“By keeping the climate in the depots as constant

WHAT WOULD YOU LOVE TO PUT ON

objects connected to food from our depots. That

as possible, keeping the temperature and humi-

DISPLAY?

is present in each culture.”

dity in check and keeping the lights off as much as

“There are so many things I’d like to put on display.

possible. A whole research phase occurs before

Perhaps I’d make a display case with treasures

the exhibition can be filled with the objects.”

from the depot. Only then will you see how many

A SELECTION OF INDONESIAN ART OBJECTS FROM THE TROPENMUSEUM

Collection Stichting Nationaal Museum van Wereldculturen.

Coll.no. TM-496-3

Collection Stichting Nationaal Museum van Wereldculturen.

Coll.no. RV-942-18

Collection Stichting Nationaal Museum van Wereldculturen.

Coll.no. RV-2630-1

Collection Stichting Nationaal Museum van Wereldculturen.

Coll.no. RV-5395-8

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FRESH AND NEW

Conference centre WTC Hotel IT WAS QUITE BUSY AT THE WTC HOTEL IN LEEUWARDEN LAST SUMMER. BECAUSE AFTER THE CONFERENCE CENTRE WAS TAKEN OVER BY WESTCORD HOTELS, PLENTY OF PLANS WERE MADE TO MAKE THE CENTRE EVEN BETTER. AND THAT’S WORKED OUT NICELY!

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What’s new? First off, the kitchen on the top floor

current kitchen on the ground floor was trans-

meet all of the guests’ requests. Finally, the lower

was sorted. The star-rated restaurant élevé and

formed into a preparation and banqueting kitchen.

floor will be updated, with various sitting areas so

the brasserie le bráss are located here and now

Additionally, a side kitchen was constructed from

the lobby will be a perfect sitting and working area.

there’s a brand new open kitchen. Head chef

which buffets could be served for major conferen-

Gilbert van der Heide and his brigade prepare their

ces – that makes everything a lot more efficient.

All these changes made it possible: a one-stop-

culinary creations live and you can watch as a

Plus, all fifteen halls were refreshed with new car-

shop concept with hospitable employees who

guest – an experience in and of itself!

peting, wallpaper and a splash of paint. This gave

can turn any event into a major success. Whether

the conference centre a vibrant and modern vibe.

you’re here for a small meeting or are organising

Next was the conference and event complex on

And that’s not to mention: the new audiovisual

a conference with a thousand visitors, the WTC

the first three floors of the hotel. For instance, the

equipment! Thanks to this upgrade, the hotel can

Hotel in Leeuwarden is ready for it!

9x must see

CULTURAL CAPITAL LEEUWARDEN

THE WTC HOTEL ON THE PREVIOUS PAGE IS THE IDEAL PLACE TO STAY THE NIGHT WHEN YOU VISIT LEEUWARDEN SOON – AND THERE’S A HIGH CHANCE OF THAT AS LEEUWARDEN CAN ALMOST CALL ITSELF EUROPEAN CAPITAL OF CULTURE 2018! SO SPECIAL THINGS WILL HAPPEN THAT YOU DEFINITELY CANNOT MISS. TO US, THESE ARE THE BEST AND THE MOST IMPORTANT ACTIVITIES OF 2018, THAT AREN’T ONLY IN LEEUWARDEN BUT IN THE REST OF AUTHENTIC FRYSLÂN! OPENING SPECTACLE LEEUWARDEN

of his life and you will truly get to know the artist.

The whole spectacle will begin on 26 and 27

IEPEN DOAR(P) How important is ‘minskiep’ (Frisian for ‘commu-

January. The official opening of the year will take

SENSE OF PLACE

nity’) to Frisians? Well, very much so! Because a

place in the centre of Leeuwarden, and will also be

This project takes place in the beautiful Wadden

team of photographers is taking a portrait of all

broadcast on national television. The programme

area. The concept of Sense of Place comes from

128 households in Feanwâldsterwâl. A collection

is full of singing and dancing with a decor of

Oerol, the cultural festival that takes place on Ter-

of these portraits is supposed to answer the ques-

thousands of Frisians.

schelling annually. Sense of Place is one of the

tion ‘what is the value of a society and can we still

most important parts of the year and is about dis-

connect to one another in 2017’?

ROYAL DE LUXE

playing the changes in the Wadden. Via sustain-

Never seen before in the Netherlands! The theatre

able landscape artworks, the public’s awareness

SAILING ON THE GRASS

troupe Royal de Luxe has walked through many

of the UNESCO World Heritage Wadden area will

A ‘mound landscape’ is a landscape of artificial

world cities, and now they’re coming to our small

rise.

hills that are made to keep people dry in times of

country, so we have to see this! The giants of

high water. This area reaches from Friesland to

Royal de Luxe will walk though Friesland in three

11 FOUNTAINS

Denmark, it’s quite sizeable. The area is visited by

days (16 till 18 August), starting at the Afsluitdijk.

An elfstedentocht of fountains, that’s the idea of

film makers who are interested in making some

The word ‘giant’ isn’t even an exaggeration, some

11 fountains. (The elfstedentocht is a 200 kilome-

documentaries. The documentaries will premier

are twelve meters tall!

ter long ice skate ride on natural ice, along eleven

at the Noordelijk Film Festival, which is a part of

Frisian cities.) Starting 2018 ‘giet it oan’! Eleven

Cultural Capital Leeuwarden.

MATA HARI AND M.C. ESCHER

famous artists have been paired up with a city and

The work of the two world famous Frisians

by learning about the history and inhabitants, each

THE SEA! THE SEA!

Mata Hari and M.C. Escher can be see in the

artist has designed a fountain that tells the story of

This literature festival has the following topic:

Frisian Museum. Starting in October of 2017,

the respective city. The revealing is in May 2018.

the role of the sea and our way of life with the

the biggest Mata Hari will be exhibited. Via per-

sea. What better time than during the Tall Ships

sonal belongings, visitors will be taken from

DE STORMRUITER

Races? In 2018, Harlingen will be the finish line for

her birthplace of Leeuwarden to Paris, where

This is a unique theatre piece with singing,

large historical and modern sail ships and sailors.

she became famous. Not a lot of people know

dancing, and more than one hundred Frisian

Various American writers will speak and, of course,

that M.C. Escher is a true Frisian! This alone

horses. The eternal fight with water and the birth

the Frisian language will be front and centre.

is a great reason for a large exhibition in the

of the Frisian horse breed are translated into an

Frisian Museum. And not only there, in the rest

original performance. Cabaret artist Jochem Myjer

of the province projects are being organised. Via

and DJ Armin van Buuren contribute to the theatre

original prints, Escher will take you on a journey

piece in their own way.

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NORTH AMSTERDAM

INTERESTED IN HOTEL JAKARTA AMSTERDAM’S RECENT CONSTRUCTION? OR WOULD YOU LIKE TO BOOK A NIGHT AT THE NEW HOTEL AHEAD OF THE CROWD? THIS IS WHAT YOU CAN DO AROUND TOWN – IN NORTH AMSTERDAM!

STORK Want to enjoy the best seafood dishes with a view of Hotel Jakarta’s construction? Then you’ve come to the right place at Restaurant Stork. Stork is located in an old industrial warehouse Photo Martijn Kort

and is located directly on the IJ. At this restaurant it’s all about the daily fresh seafood. They have an extensive menu for real seafood lovers – from a classic Fruits de Mer to whole seasonal fish.

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A’DAM TOWER A true hotspot in North Amsterdam is the A’DAM Tower. Standing at almost onehundred metres, it’s impossible to miss from most spots in the city. For a fantastic view over Amsterdam, the A’DAM Lookout is the perfect spot. This brand new panorama deck shows you the capital like never before. Are you a real daredevil? Swing over the edge on the highest swing in Europe. ADAMTOREN.NL

OEDIPUS The Oedipus beer brewery tasting room is located on the Gedempt Hamerkanaal in North Amsterdam. The so-called Taproom is the place to go for a special Amsterdam beer. How does a Thai Thai Tripel with coriander and chili pepper sound?! Oedipus Brewing organises beer tastings in the tasting room on a regular basis, with extra delicious snacks on the side: guaranteed to give visitors a tasty time! OEDIPUS.COM

EYE FILM MUSEUM Right next to the A’DAM Tower, there’s the EYE Film museum and that is, thanks to its special architecture, quite a flashy building in North Amsterdam. As its name implies, everything in this museum is about film. The museum has four theatre rooms and a 1,200 square metre auditorium. Visiting this museum with kids is more than worth it! EYEFILM.NL/EN

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So many tourists have visited Amsterdam for a

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culinary creations in the Fashion’s Restaurant,

Of course, Amsterdam is known for its beautiful

after that you can drink cocktails in the

canal houses, and bridges, and many cafes,

SKYY Bar located on the tenth floor. After a day

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MAX VERSTAPPEN

IT’S NOT A MATTER IF MAX VERSTAPPEN IS GOING TO BE THE CHAMPION OF FORMULA 1, BUT RATHER OF WHEN. HE RACED AS THE YOUNGEST DRIVER EVER IN FORMULA 1 AND CONTINUES TO SURPRISE US WITH EVERY GRAND PRIX – IF HE DOESN’T HAVE SOME KIND OF CRASH, OF COURSE. MAX CURRENTLY RACES IN FORMULA 1 FOR RED BULL RACING AND WHILE HE’S HAD SOME SPOTTY RESULTS THIS YEAR, HE IS A PART OF THE TOP OF THE RACING WORLD. IT’S HIGH TIME FOR A CONVERSATION WITH THIS YOUNG LEGEND.

We can best describe Max Verstappen as a cool,

as quickly as possible. I want to do everything

How does that feel for the twenty-year-old? “It

thoughtful young man with a positive outlook –

right and just before a race you can make a few

sends shivers down my spine. It’s amazing to see;

that’s how we often see him in media and that’s

important decisions,” says Max. It was a missed

so many people coming to watch me, I feel

how we got to know him in this interview. He’s

opportunity, but every world class champion has

honoured. To me, it’s extra motivation.” Though

not one to show his emotions – he keeps them

to have the occasional setback, right? And two

Max stays cool. He has a house in Monaco and

to himself. That natural calmness is right there

weeks later, he won in Malaysia.

travels the world, but doesn’t let everyone who

with him on the track, or rather, specifically on the

wants something from him get to his head. “It’s

track. Only then can you make the right decisions.

QUICK TURNS

all part of it – though life has gotten busier. People

After all: how do you make the right turn, what do

Formula 1 has had its fair share of criticism in

want to know what I do outside of racing and I’ve

you do when you crash, how do you keep your-

recent times. Max stays – as expected – cool

noticed that. I can live a more quiet life at home

self safe? Max: “Some racers let go, that’s not my

under the heat. “I think that the biggest issue at the

in Monaco and do my own thing. I love riding a

style. It really depends on how you hit the crash

moment is overtaking. It’s not easy. People don’t

scooter around Monaco!”

barrier; if I hit it from the front, I’ll hold on to the

want to see a wing snap open and that you speed

wheel to keep the tension away from my body.

past someone on the straight track. But Formula 1

The older, the wiser – they say. That this twenty-

If you hit it from the side you can break your wrist

has changed so much in the past few years, the

year-old is a lot wiser than his peers is clear as

or hand, so I’ll let go then. But the best thing is:

cars have become so efficient. You don’t get much

day and it has everything to do with – quite literally

don’t crash in the first place!”

closer because of the airflow and you need the

– his life in the fast lane. But Max learned the most

wing to overtake – with quick turns it’s harder to

important life lessons a long time ago, from his

Only, that’s not just up to you. During the

connect and with some cars it’s harder than with

father, Jos – who was a racer too. “He taught me

Grand Prix in Singapore, last September, he

others. The only solution to that is a wide track.

to keep both feet on the ground. Whatever you do

crashed together with Sebastian Vettel and Kimi

You have to have more of a mechanical grip so

in sport, it’s important to remember who your real

Räikkönen, just after the start. The drama unfolded

you can connect better in slow turns. I’ve noticed

friends are. Who meant a lot to you and still means

even before the first turn where he got sandwiched

it has improved more and more, give it some time.”

a lot to you. That took me to where I am now, so

between Räikkönen and Vettel. Because of the

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I can hardly complain. There are always things that

slider, Räikkönen’s Ferrari and Verstappen’s RB13

Over the years Max has seen his number of fans

I think I can do differently but I learn from those

died too early. Quite a shame, as Max was able to

grow to an impressive size. At every game there

experiences. Sometimes you have to have

start from the first row in second place. But still,

are thousands of fans who have waited weeks,

moments when things don’t go as well as you

game over. “During a race, everything has to go

months, maybe even years for that moment.

want them to, because you grow from them. One

as quickly as possible, the pitstop has to be done

They come from far and wide to see Max race.

step back, two steps forward.”

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Born 30 September 1997 in Hasselt, Belgium

Parents

Jos Verstappen, former Formula 1 driver, and Sophie Kumpen, who used to kart at a high level

Won

the GP of Spain on 15 may 2016 at the age of eighteen, making him the youngest winner of a GP. On 1 October 2017 he won again, in Malaysia

Team

Red Bull Racing

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MAN

The incredible performance drive of the new

AUDI RS 5 COUPÉ

THE DEVIL IN DISGUISE – THAT’S WHAT YOU COULD CALL THE NEW AUDI RS 5 COUPE. THIS CAR’S SMOOTH LINES HIDE A PROPER SPORTS CAR. CAN YOU ALREADY IMAGINE YOURSELF BURNING RUBBER IN THIS THING? YOU CAN SEE IT AT THE BOURGUIGNON SHOWROOM AND LEASE IT AT BOURGUIGNON LEASE & VERHUUR.

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FUN DETAIL: YOU CAN SEE SPECIAL RS INFO ON YOUR SCREEN SUCH AS G FORCES, GEAR SWITCH TIME, AND TYRE TEMPERATURE

Wow, wow, wow, it’s so pretty! The new RS coupe is a car you want

weight difference. It’s 60 kilo lighter and now weighs in at 1,655 kg.

to be seen in and the stunning details are certainly an important

Under your right foot you have a grand total of 480 hp. If you floor

reason for that. Take a look at those big air inlets, the single frame grill

it, the car can go from zero to one-hundred in a mere 3.9 seconds.

with its special RS honeycomb pattern and the famous RS fenders.

The eight level tiptronic takes over gearswitching and pushes the

It’s absolutely beautiful, isn’t it? And then the back; the whole image

driving force to the Quattro permanent four-wheel drive. Sixty per

is brought together with the spoiler lip, the diffuser component in the

cent of the power goes to the back and forty per cent goes to the

bumper and those oval RS exhausts. A real beauty, that’s what Audi

front, although these percentages change as necessary. Via Audi

built. And then you can even choose to add some flair with carbon

drive you can select from a number of driving styles, from sovereign

fibre items – the roof, for example – but you can opt for an aluminium

sporty to dynamic direct.

or glossy black finish as well.

As if that wasn’t enough, there are many more options to choose Black matches the interior at least, because that’s the main portion

from. There are a number of design and kit packages and tools

of the inside’s palette. The RS sports seats and backseats are lined

available that make driving in the new RS 5 coupe even more

with fine nappa leather with a lot of side support. The RS logo can be

uniquely comfortable. At Bourguignon Lease & Verhuur they can tell

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Under the hood you have a brand new engine; a six cylinder with two turbos in the middle of the V. The inlet air flows through two tubes towards the turbo boosters, which activate these in the blink

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of an eye and ensure spontaneous reactions to the gas pedal. This

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F FOOD & BEVERAGE Indonesian cuisine

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FOOD & BEVERAGE

WILLIAM WONGSO

DID YOU ALWAYS COOK INDONESIAN

WHAT IS YOUR FAVOURITE WINE?

CUISINE?

“I haven’t had any alcohol in the past fifteen

“I started my career as a baker. I learned how

years, but I always enjoyed all good wines

to make really good bread in various Europe-

that have their own character, geography and

an countries. Here, I started practicing French

climate.”

THE INDONESIAN STAR CHEF WILLIAM

and Italian cuisine, followed by Japanese

WONGSO (70) HAS A COOKING

cuisine. But in the last fifteen years I realised

WHAT WOULD BE YOUR LAST MEAL?

PROGRAMME IN INDONESIA AND IS ALSO

I was missing proper knowledge of authentic

“Soto ayam – that’s chicken soup from East

THE OWNER OF VARIOUS RESTAURANTS.

Indonesian cuisine. So I travelled to Indonesia

Java.”

ADDITIONALLY, WONGSO IS RESPONSIBLE

and started learning about the culinary heritage

FOR THE COMPOSITION OF DISHES ON

of local experts. Not only the flavours, but also

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ingredients.”

“When I can enjoy good and interesting food

GARUDA INDONESIA. BUT MOST OF ALL,

with my friends.”

THIS CHEF IS AN INTERNATIONAL

WHAT’S YOUR SPECIALITY?

AMBASSADOR FOR THE INDONESIAN

“Refining Indonesian food, but in a way that the

YOU TRAVEL THE WORLD AND SEE SO

CUISINE. WILLIAM BELIEVES THAT IF WE

authentic flavour is still there.”

MANY COUNTRIES, BUT WHERE DO YOU

PROMOTE IT PROPERLY, INDONESIAN

FEEL AT HOME?

FOOD HAS THE POTENTIAL TO BE

DO YOU HAVE FAVOURITE INGREDIENTS?

“That would be my hometowns Jakarta and

STUNNINGLY FOR PEOPLE ALL OVER

“Laksa flour and coconut milk, and I like using

Yogya.”

THE WORLD. AND THAT’S WHY WE

fresh herbs in my dishes.”

INTERVIEW HIM FOR THIS MAGAZINE!

WHAT IS YOUR GREATEST ACHIEVEMENT WHAT IS THE SECRET TO A SUCCESSFUL

SO FAR?

RESTAURANT?

“That I’ve convinced people that Indonesian

“Effort, perseverance and having a good

flavours are the flavours of the future. That I’ve

concept, and knowing how to translate food

been able to share a new technique for cooking

trends, being prepared to work long hours,

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knowing what makes food good, and knowing

Beef Curry. And that I won 2017 Gourmand’s

how good service works.”

‘World Best Cook Book’ with my book ‘Flavors of Indonesia.’ I will also be part of the interna-

“FRENCH CUISINE IS FOR ENJOYMENT, INDONESIAN FOOD IS FOR PASSING ON AND RESPECTING YOUR HERITAGE” #80

WHAT KIND OF RESTAURANTS DO YOU

tional jury panel for the Bakerymasters World

LIKE VISITING IF YOU HAVE A DAY OFF?

Baking Championship final, that will be held on

“I like comfort and street food, no matter where

2 May 2018 in Paris.”

I go.”

IF YOU HAD TO CHOOSE BETWEEN IS THERE A CHEF YOU LOOK UP TO THE

FRENCH AND INDONESIAN CUISINES,

MOST?

WHICH WOULD YOU CHOOSE?

“Anthony Bourdain. He understands local cui-

“French cuisine is for enjoyment, Indonesian

sine and knows how to make street food better

food is for passing on and respecting your

than anyone else.”

heritage.”

Photo Bastiaan van Musscher

NICO EVERS

‘Mister Jakarta’

NICO EVERS HAS BEEN WORKING AT WESTCORD HOTELS SINCE SEPTEMBER OF 2010, AS GENERAL MANAGER AT THE FASHION HOTEL IN AMSTERDAM. BUT NOT FOR MUCH LONGER! HE HAS BEEN ASKED TO FULFIL THE SAME POSITION AT THE BRAND NEW HOTEL JAKARTA AMSTERDAM. PREPARATIONS FOR HIS NEW JOB ARE IN FULL SWING, SO WE’VE DECIDED TO SIT DOWN WITH ‘MISTER JAKARTA’, AS HE IS CALLED, FOR A CHAT. Nico has lived and worked in the capital for years, but he’s originally from a

work with sustainability now. It needs to be present in all components: in the

very different part of the Netherlands: the Dutch Wadden island of Texel. He

building of course, but also in the clothing we wear and in the bicycles we’re

says: “I grew up in a family in the hospitality business and that’s how I caught

going to rent out, for instance.” That sounds promising! The idea is that Hotel

the bug. I really wanted to get into Hotel Management. But we don’t have that

Jakarta will become Amsterdam’s living room, just like Hotel New York is for

on Texel. Getting an education means ‘going to the other side of the water’ as

Rotterdam. International tourists, Amsterdam natives, and other Dutch people

we call it. I chose the best Hotel Management course in the country, that was

all should feel at home there.

in Tilburg. So that’s where I headed off to. Of course, I had to do an internship.

It seemed like a wonderful idea to go do that in Amsterdam, so I went for an

That’s why we’re interested in Nico’s favourite aspect of the new hotel.

internship in the big city. My first internship was at Hotel Okura and that was

Apparently, that’s a difficult question. He says: “That’s a hard one! You know,

followed up by an internship at what was called the Rembrandt Crest Hotel. A

the magical view from the rooms is fantastic. Definitely from the room on the

receptionist caught my eye there, and she would become my wife. We have

seventh floor’s peak. The glass is curved and you can see the IJ from your

been together since 1990 and we have two beautiful daughters. Eventually

bed, all the way to Central Station. And if you didn’t get that room? You’ll have

I worked at different hotels in Amsterdam and ended up back in the capital

the same view from the skybar – called the Malabar. The building itself is really

after some time in Switzerland and Purmerend.” And that’s how Nico came to

transparent; on the ground floor you can look through all sides.”

work at WestCord Hotels in September of 2010.

Nico has plenty of experience, but starting a new hotel is always a challenge Next up is Jakarta – Hotel Jakarta Amsterdam, that is. Nico is involved in all

– especially because the expectations are so high, he says. “The guests, the

aspects of the new hotel, ever since WestCord won the commission in 2014.

employees, the owner, the local residents... everyone has an idea of what it’s

He says: “The city council of Amsterdam had a contest for the construction

going to be like. It’s up to us to make those ideas a reality. That’s going to be

of a hotel on Java island. That’s when we started coming up with a plan

the biggest challenge, but it’ll be alright! It’s going to be fantastic. Everyone will

together with the architects from SeARCH. I was already involved then, and

be talking about it.” It’s only a matter of time; if all goes to plan, Hotel Jakarta

because I’ll be running the hotel when it opens, I am still involved in its de-

Amsterdam will be open in mid-March 2018.

velopment. From the materials, to the layout, and to the execution; we have to think about everything. I guard the sustainability aspect and talk to Hortus

From that point onward you can expect not only a beautiful hotel, but fantastic

Botanicus about the indoor garden and By Rockland | Hacked By about

service as well. Nico is known for valuing hospitality above all and that’s what

company uniforms, for instance. I talk to all kinds of creative people and

we would like to end this interview on. He says: “I always say we have three

people who are working on sustainability, that’s all really fun.”

core stakeholders, who we have to keep happy: the guests, the employees and the owner. When that’s balanced, you have a healthy company. But it

He continues: “It’s going to be a very special hotel. The location, the vibe,

starts with guests. They have to be happy and feel at home in our hotels.

the material, the feeling you get when you walk around, the tropical indoor

Guests must feel like they’re being treated like people, that they’re being lis-

garden, the sustainability... it’s going to be wonderful. It’s going to be the most

tened to. They’re not supposed to think we’re doing well; we need to be doing

beautiful hotel in Amsterdam. With its unique location and unique rooms. The

great. That’s what my team and I try to achieve every day. As a team we can

building will be completely energy-neutral. Once upon a time, sustainability

make a difference; we can make sure people have nice experiences. And that

had a bit of a dull image, luckily that’s not the case anymore. It’s wonderful to

is my passion – making people feel so happy, they’re enthusiastic.”

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FOOD & BEVERAGE

RECIPE INDONESIAN SATE 500 gram of chicken thighs

PREPARATION Dice the chicken in very small pieces and put on some sticks.

and reserve 100 gram of them to crush it. Blend the rest with the chili mixture and the kecap until you get a smooth

MARINATED CHICKEN 270 gram of ABC kecap manis

For the marinade: peel the garlic and smash it with a knife

25 gram of coriander powder

or cooking hammer. Mix all the ingredients together and stir

20 gram of palm sugar

well. Dip the chicken skew in a marinade. Make sure the

Add some water when you warm up the sate sauce to get

10 gram of garlic

chicken is well covered with the marinade. Place on a tray

the right consistency.

texture.

and leave for minimum 12 hours in a fridge before to use it.

Grill the sate on grill or in a pan. The best is to serve this dish

SATE SAUCE 500 gram of peanuts

For the sate sauce: use a blender or a pestle to blend the

with yellow coconut rice, coriander and pepper chili. Sauce

20 gram of laos

kaffir leaves, the chili and the laos. Toast the nuts in an oven

on the side or over with crispy shallots.

25 gram of chili pepper 5 kaffir leaves water 120 gram of ABC kecap manis

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Happy cooking!

THE PERFECT WINE

A DISH IS ONLY COMPLETE

The Zeni family has been making wine at a beautiful

WITH A GOOD WINE, BUT

vineyard in Northern Italy since 1870. The tradition

CHOOSING A FITTING WINE ISN’T

and knowledge of four generations and working with

ALWAYS EASY. LUCKILY WINE

classic, native grape species are the foundation of

IMPORT J. BART IS HAPPY TO HELP.

the real Italian character of the wines from this par-

THEIR TIP? FOR THE SATE RECIPE

ticular house. Fausto Zeni, supported by his sisters

THEY OPTED FOR A SOFT, SULTRY

Federica and Elena, make typical regional wines in the

WINE FROM NEAR LAKE GARDA.

impressive cellar. The vineyards are located around the picturesque town of Bardolino on the South East bank of Lake Garda. There are small walls in the vineyard, ‘Marogne’, which are used to prevent erosion.

cent in sheds with holes in the walls to ensure consistently dry wind. After the third round of harvesting, the entire harvest is fermented for eight to ten days.

Then the wine is mixed for a week with the Amarone sediment (fine peels) from the year before. That adds another layer of fermentation and gives this Ripasso it’s

One of the most famous wines of Italy is from this area, the Amarone. The Amarone is quite a special Valpolicella, that is made of dried grapes that have

full, rich flavour. Then the Ripasso ripens for another ten to twelve months in the new large fifteen hundred litre vats, made of French oak.

been dried for months. Its little brother is the Ripasso.

It is made in a unique fashion that is a part of the region’s long tradition.

The result is a very soft, round and almost sultry wine with rich plum and light chocolate tones. For flavourful dishes, such as sate, this type of wine with a slight fruity

The grapes are picked in three runs. Thirty per cent at

sweetness and mildly spicy character are ideal.

the start of the harvest, twenty per cent during, and fifty per cent at the end of the harvest. That is what they do to put as many flavours as possible in the wine, from barely ripe fruit to overly ripened red fruit. The grapes from the first and second picking are dried for fifty per

Wine: Fratelli Zeni Valpolicella Classico Superiore Ripasso ‘Marogne’ from Veneto, Italië

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MALABAR DRINKING AND PARTYING IN AN EXCLUSIVE PLACE. SOUNDS GOOD, RIGHT? THE SKYBAR ON THE NINTH FLOOR OF HOTEL JAKARTA AMSTERDAM PROMISES BEAUTIFUL (AND LONG) NIGHTS.

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The skybar has been christened with a landmarks in the heart of Amsterdam. And very appropriate name: the Malabar. It’s just imagine the view during Sail 2020! named after the two-thousand metre tall

QUICK FACT Between 1920 and 1940, the Malabar was home

stratovolcano on Java, in the West Java The skybar is home to a spacious bar, where province, just south of Bandung. The mixologists can show off their skills and mix skybar with Indonesian influences is located the most exotic creations – along with the on the hotel’s top floor. And that ‘bar’ is all time classics. Next to the cocktail bar,

to an eponymous radio station. This was used for communication between the Netherlands (Radio Kootwijk) and the Dutch East Indies, as Indonesia was called at the time.

in the volcano’s name is really the cherry there is a space where cold dishes can be on top of the story. As if that’s how it was prepared. Here we have two chefs who meant to be!

make delicious sushi, for instance. The skybar also has its own loft, which can be

The interior consists of modern materials rented out to groups. So you can have fun and wood. It exudes a special atmosphere. in private. The loft has a proper DJ booth, The Malabar is surrounded by glass, which meaning that you’ve come to the right place ensures a great view over the IJ. Watch for a party. A nice bonus for hotel guests:

THE INTERIOR CONSISTS OF MODERN MATERIALS AND WOOD. IT EXUDES A SPECIAL ATMOSPHERE

the departing cruise ships, the swinging the skybar has a suspended floor, which people on the A’DAM Tower and spot the means there’s no noise.

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FOOD & BEVERAGE

WESTCORD

puzzle

DOING PUZZLES IS GOOD FOR YOUR BRAIN. IT KEEPS YOU YOUNG AND HEALTHY. IT MIGHT TAKE A BIT OF EFFORT, BUT IT WILL PAY OFF IN THE END. AND WE ALSO OFFER YOU THE OPPORTUNITY TO WIN A FANTASTIC PRIZE! Word searches, who doesn’t know them? Find the words that are spread out across the entire field – you can find them either horizontally or vertically. Have you found them all? You will then be able to form a sentence from the letters that are left, which will be the final solution to the puzzle!

AMSTERDAM ARCHITECTURE ATRIUM BAKERY BALCONY BAMBOO GARDEN BREEAM SUSTAINABILITY ENERGYNEUTRAL GLASS GREEN HORTUS WOOD LIVINGROOM INDONESIA INTERIOR JAKARTA

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