A haven for locals looking to escape the Dutch capital in the summer, Zandvoort beach near Amsterdam is the perfect retreat and a hidden gem.

If you’re not in any rush then without a doubt the faultless food at Mamouche, the best Moroccan restaurant in Amsterdam, is worth the wait.

Thanks to a revamp, and a selection of inventive cocktails the Railway Telegraph is definitely a contender for best pub in Forest Hill, SE23

Utrecht has been tipped by The Guardian as one of the holiday hotspots for 2015. Explore the Dutch city to uncover some Utrecht hidden gems.

It wasn’t easy when it came to picking my favourite hidden gems of 2014 but here are my top highlights of the year that I’d like to share.