Press Pause

Where do you go when you need to press pause?
To step away from the rush of daily life, quiet the noise, and breathe again?

Joline van den Oever recognised a growing need for slowing down—and unexpectedly became an expert by experience herself.

In Press Pause, you’ll discover 40 unique places to sleep and retreat across Europe, each offering space to unwind, reset, and reconnect. Drift off during an off-grid stay in nature or opt for a quick, calming escape in the city. And it doesn’t have to cost a fortune.

From a floating campsite in the North Holland polder to a silent retreat in the Italian Alps, and from a Swedish treehouse to a yoga studio close to home, these destinations invite you to slow your pace.

Van den Oever’s personal stories and reflections make Press Pause an essential source of inspiration for any travel-lover seeking stillness, simplicity, and serenity.