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Hosted Experiences

Bookable on request via Bearleaders, hosted by hotels and/or by tastemakers: The Bearleaders.

Hosted Experiences

Enjoy a 4-day guided wine & dine journey near Venice | Italy

A Four-day Fine-dining Experience On Mallorca

A 3-day stay with a Mixology Class at Grand Hotel Parker’s***** in Naples | Italy

Receive a masterclass by a DP World Tour Coach AT Bernardus Golf | Cromvoirt (NL)

Stay 2 nights at Balneario Las Arenas Resort*****GL & Become a Lladró artist | Valencia

Master the Art of preparing Fish | Kromme Watergang | Zeeland

A romantic 3-day ‘shooting stars’ Stay IN Florence | Italy

Join this Cooking Workshop + lunch & go boating with Two Michelin Star Chef Martin | Giethoorn

A three-day ‘Grand Tour’ stay in and around Naples

A luxury boutique stay with a private wine tasting & dinner experience | Rotterdam

A one night gastronomic stay with a scenic carriage ride | Vreeland (NL)

A 4-day trip to discover untamed wildlife in the Apennines | Italy

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Destination Guides

Regularly updated city guides filled with eat, drink, do recommendations by The Bearleaders

GUIDES

Food & Drink spots | Mallorca

GUIDE | By the Bearleaders

Discover the best fine-dining restaurants and splash into the Spanish sunshine as the Bearleaders, well-traveled tastemakers, take us on a gastronomic adventure in Mallorca.

The Bearleaders List | Ibiza

GUIDE | Where to eat & drink | By The Bearleaders

Some associate the island with hedonism, others with bohemian serenity. But it is always an alluring getaway. These are the Bearleaders’ hand-picked gems and hotspots that highlight the eclectic culinary vibe of Ibiza.

The Best 65 Restaurants For Every Occasion | Amsterdam

GUIDE | By The Bearleaders

Enjoy this list of the very best restaurants in Amsterdam for every occasion, selected by tastemakers such as artists, designers, and Michelin star chefs who visit or live in the city. From guilty pleasures to haute cuisine, from Mediterranean to Asian, Amsterdam has it all.

Urban Design Refuge by the Fjord | Oslo

GUIDE | The Thief Oslo | Check out the packages and go Riva Cruzin!

Be guided to all Oslo has to offer by Bearleader in Hospitality Robert Holan, who manages five-star Hotel The Thief and knows the ins and outs of Oslo food and culture. Stay at The Thief and discover the city through the eyes of an insider.

Where to eat, drink & stay | Marbella

GUIDE | Anantara Villa Padierna Palace Resort | By a Hotelier

Marbella has a long history of being a centre of the international jet set. With a fantastic climate, a historical old town, high-end golf courses, an azure blue sea, and fresh seafood, it is a must-visit. Be guided to the best of Marbella by insider Jorge Manzur, General Manager of the Anantara Villa Padierna resort.

A Tastemakers Guide to Culinary Treasures | Lisbon

GUIDE | By the Bearleaders

Be guided to the finest culinary treasures of Lisbon by The Bearleaders. Recommended restaurants in Lisbon, Cascais and Estoril.

Classical Beauty on the Italian Seafront | Alassio

GUIDE | Grand Hotel Alassio | Italian Flowers Riviera | Check out the Italian Summer Dining Events

Plan your trip to the Italian Riviera now. Alassio promises La Dolce Vita. Let Grand Hotel Alassio's Managing Director, Gianluca Borgna, and Head Concierge, Alex Cancel, take you to this paradise.

Creative Dining & Exquisite Cocktails in the Spanish Capital | Madrid

GUIDE | by The Bearleaders

Be guided to the best restaurants Madrid has to offer, recommended by The Bearleaders who know the ins and outs of Madrid’s culinary scene.

Neapolitan life near the Amalfi Coast | Naples

GUIDE | Grand Hotel Parker’s*****L by a Hotelier and a Head Concierge | Check out the Hosted Experiences & special packages.

This seaside city has everything: magnificent views, baroque excess, rich culture, and a unique culinary tradition. Giovanni Torres Avallone, Chief Experience Officer & Marco Giuliano, Head Concierge, born and raised in the authentic city of Naples, lead you to the best of the city.

Discover the bustling city centre | Amsterdam

GUIDE | Amsterdam | Grand Hotel Krasnapolsky | Sunday Brunches!

On the edge of the Dam Square lies the Anantara Grand Hotel Krasnapolsky: brimming with life yet relaxing and charming. The hotel is ready to accommodate you, whether you book a stay or visit the hotel for exclusive brunches/lunches, the spa, dinners and/or drinks.

The insider guide of the Bavarian Capital | Munich

GUIDE | Bayerischer Hof Munich | Book a City Break Package

Enjoy the best of the world in and around the Bayerischer Hof in Munich through the eyes of The Bearleaders. Two Michelin star chef Anton Gschwendtner and Chef de Cuisine Philipp Pfisterer of Bayerischer Hof and fashion designers of Talbot Runhof, locals to Munich.

Experience True Italian Island Life | Capri

GUIDE | By a Head Concierge

Be guided by Marco Guiliano, Head Concierge of Grand Hotel Parker’s in Naples. As a hospitality insider, this connoisseur shows you how to experience Capri in the best way possible.

Aperitivo In Seaside Tuscany | Forte Dei Marmi

GUIDE | By a Designer

Bearleader in Design, Stefan Scholten is a true insider in Forte dei Marmi. He lives in the area with his family in a renovated sixties villa and also works from his design studio for Italian clients like Paola Lenti, Moroso, and Cappellini. Live the life of Stefan Scholten and rent his renovated holiday home.

The Insider Restaurant Guide | Paris

GUIDE | By The Bearleaders

Paris is the city of love, and we all know the way to our hearts is through our stomach. So let the Bearleaders guide you through the streets of Paris on your search for the best restaurants to eat.

A Guide to Caribbean Glamour | St. Barths

GUIDE | by a Hotelier

Be guided by Jorge Manzur to the exotic island of St. Barths. Jorge, a well-travelled five-star hotel manager, visited St. Barths as a humble cabin boy in the 80s and hasn’t been able to escape its grasp ever since.

Where to Eat, Drink and What to Do | Milan

GUIDE | By The Bearleaders

Looking for unique and authentic recommendations in Milan? Check out this guide on where to eat, drink, and what to do, through the eyes of The Bearleaders.

Inside the Historical Heart | Florence

GUIDE | Florence | by a Hotelier | Check out the romantic Shooting Stars experience in August 2025

Fernando Pane, General Manager of the iconic five-star hotel Sina Villa Medici, will show you around Florence, including his favourite places to eat, drink, and do. Check out his favourite shopping addresses. Stay at the five-star Sina Villa Medici, and you are in the middle of it all.

Experience little Venice of the North | Giethoorn

GUIDE | Hotel Restaurant De Lindenhof & The Water villa | by a Two Michelin star chef

Let Bearleader in Food, two Michelin-starred chef Martin Kruithof, guide you through his picturesque hometown. De Lindenhof is housed in an elegant farmhouse in Giethoorn, also known as ‘Little Venice of the North.’

Colourful Cuisine By The Water | Curaçao

GUIDE | By the Bearleaders

Discover the favourite restaurants, cocktail bars, and exciting activities of the Bearleaders. From local cuisine to world-class seafood, from classic beach resorts to hidden gems.

Beach, spa & city vibes | Valencia

GUIDE | In and around Hotel & Spa Balneario Las Arenas*****

Be inspired to visit Valencia and stay at the five-star Hotel Balneario Las Arenas. Let their staff guide you to their favourite places to eat & drink and what to do in Valencia. This is a great location to experience the best of this seaside city in winter or summer.

Where Michelin Star Chefs Eat & Drink | Bonaire

GUIDE | By The Bearleaders

Let Hotelier Caroline Berends, and Michelin Star chefs André Gerrits and Erik van Loo guide you to the best restaurants and bars in Bonaire.

Insider Restaurants & Bars | Rotterdam

GUIDE | By the Bearleaders

Erik van Loo, Rotterdam local and legendary Two Michelin Star chef Parkheuvel, Judith van Mourik, Interior Architect both living in Rotterdam, and Gastronomist Jorane Cuppen, share their favourite dinner-, lunch restaurants, and bar spots.

Scenic Polynesia | Moorea

GUIDE | By Bearleader in Design Rini Scherpenisse

Be guided by Interior Designer Rini Scherpenisse who visits Moorea regularly since his daughter Luna lives and works on this magical island in Polynesia.

A Two Michelin Star Chef's Getaway | Gran Canaria

GUIDE | By Two Michelin Star Chef Martin Kruithof

Discover the best restaurants and bars, what to do, and where to stay on the island of Gran Canaria through the eyes of a Michelin Star Chef.

The Restaurant Guide to Romantic Florence

GUIDE | By The Bearleaders

Find out the best restaurants for fine dining in Florence through this guide by tastemakers like chefs, designers and gastronomists.

Where to Eat, Drink and What to Do | Geneva

GUIDE | By a Jeweller

Visit Geneva like an insider. Jeweller and watch enthusiast Alon Ben Joseph often travels to the Swiss capital for business and pleasure. Find out what his best finds are.

The List of Best Restaurants & Bars | New York

GUIDE | By The Bearleaders

Be guided by insider tips by Bearleader in Gastronomy Jorane Cuppen on the best New York Food, from fine dining to takeout pizza slices. You will also find some beautiful pictures by Humberto Tan, who followed her recommendations.

Where to Eat & Drink | London

EXPERIENCE | By the Bearleaders

London never stops to amaze with its variety, and on any given day you could enjoy a meal from pretty much anywhere on the globe, have an amazing cocktail, see a show or concert and visit an exhibition. Fortunately, you can be guided by the Bearleaders’ tips for London.

The Best Hotels with Michelin-starred restaurants in Europe

EXPERIENCE | By The Bearleaders

From iconic 5-star city hotels to small luxury hotels in the countryside, these hotels have one thing in common: excellent Michelin-starred restaurants. Stay at these hotels, if you are a gastronomy lover.

Relaxation & Indonesian Flavours | Bali

GUIDE | By a Gastronomist

Welcome to the enchanting island paradise of Bali. Bearleader in Gastronomy Jorane Cuppen, guides you to discover the best restaurants, bars, and places to stay on the tropical island of Bali in Indonesia. Read more…

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