No fancy fitness facilities, but plenty of motivation for ten here in Limburg. Situated on the edge of the Ingendael nature reserve, with rolling hills in the background, we don't call this setting "our own little piece of the world" for nothing. Indeed, you'll feel like you're in a fairytale on this stately Limburg estate, and you'll get a good workout in running here.

The surrounding area is wonderful. And relaxation? You can find it in the spa and wellness area. Restaurant Les Salons serves the most delicious dishes with local products from its own Wijland (carb loading (it works here!).

It's also wonderful to stroll around the estate and stretch your legs, as it's much larger than you might expect. Find your zen in the rose garden, check out all the different statues in front of the hotel, and there's a church, a vegetable garden, a vineyard, two restaurants, and plenty of surrounding greenery.

Château St. Gerlach, Limburg

We could keep walking laps along the Cape Town promenade. We could head towards the lighthouse, and if we really want to go all out, we could head towards Chapman's Peak. We'd prefer to start at Camps Bay and walk towards the promenade and back. Nah, we don't feel like taking an Uber in the morning. We'd much rather stay in a hotel in the heart of the city. Camps Bay Retreat it is. More than central (hello: Camps Bay!) and yet more than hidden and unknown. Ha! That's right. That location is the best of both worlds: between the hustle and bustle of the restaurant strip and the beach of Camps Bay, but with Thanks to a sprawling four hectares of land surrounding the estate, there is ultimate tranquility – a rare find in this densely populated suburb.

The restaurant, also open to non-guests, is a cozy, atmospheric dining room with wood paneling that leads to a shaded terrace with stunning views. The lunch and dinner menu isn't extensive—chalmar cheeseburger, steaks, Thai curry, Asian-style pork belly, or one of the many salads—but it's well-prepared and delicious.There's a lovely large swimming pool, a tennis court, a spa, a restaurant, and walking paths; a garden gate leads directly onto Victoria Road (the road that runs along the coast) and everyone, absolutely everyone, is super friendly and enthusiastic.

Camps Bay Retreat

East West, Rotterdam's skyline is the best. And the place to really pop in after your run in your sweaty gear is The Usual. TheUsual is anything but usual. In the middle of the Westblaak A former office building in Rotterdam has been transformed into a design hotel with bright rooms, crisp white bedding, a beautiful lobby, workspaces, a bar, and a restaurant that make us happy. The theme is eco chicFrom green roofs and recycled materials like cork to local treats. Maximum enjoyment with a minimal footprint in the heart of Rotjeknor. The interior is minimalist with earthy tones, but has a few good touches here and there. pop of color. We like. Oh and there's a Mind Gym, yummy!

TheUsual