Right in the heart of Belgium, just 60km from Brussels like the mind-blowing zoo called Pairi Daiza. It is a renowned destination for wildlife and nature lovers and raises the bar for every other zoo in Belgium, and the world. Home to a diverse range of animals and a world-class botanical garden, this award-winning park …
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If you’ve included the small country of Belgium on your list of European destinations, you’ve made an excellent decision. And Brussels, the capital city and headquarters for the EU, and Nato is the perfect base for your trip. Every part of Belgium can be reached by car or train from Brussels in less than three …
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Belgium may not be a tropical paradise, but the little Western European country has its share of beaches, some of which are the most picturesque on the continent with vast expanses of golden sand and oceanscapes that will remind you of watercolor paintings. Belgium’s 67 kilometers of North Sea coastline between the French and Dutch …
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Right in the heart of Brussels, lies Les Galeries Royales Saint-Hubert, a shopping arcade that is second to none. This architectural masterpiece harks back to the 19th century and if you ask me, is a must-see when you are in Brussels. It is a mix of architecture, decadence, shopping and entertainment. So you can’t really …
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Fort Eben-Emael has an intriguing history and surprising story that will excite many a history buff. It was built in the 1930s as a part of the French/Belgian defense line against Germany, after the end of the First World War. It was supposedly an impenetrable fortress of impressive size built with cutting-edge engineering that would …
Right in the heart of the Ardennes forest is the Bastogne War Museum. It was created as a reminder of the final big battle in World War II. It was the turning point for the end of the war and understanding the battlex§, the town, and the people is a worthwhile experience. The museum is …
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Have you ever wanted to see the whole of Europe in one day? Well you can, in Mini-Europe in Brussels! With over 350 intricately designed miniature replicas, this fantastic attraction situated right next to the Atomium is a masterpiece you will leave. With all the architectural wonders of Europe reproduced along with fun animations and …
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The small Belgian town of Binche is famous for its yearly carnival. And yes, it is simply called the Binche Carnival. It is a three-day event held just before Lent each year, that is filled with vibrant characters, amazing costumes, and theatrics you won’t want to miss. It is such a unique even that it …
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If you’re planning a trip to Europe, don’t overlook the tiny country of Belgium. Tucked between France, Germany, the Netherlands, and the North Sea, the country offers everything from the regal to the provincial to the serious and the frivolous. Belgium is home to Brussels, its cosmopolitan capital city, and Bruges, an open-air museum for …
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The DiscoverBruges City Card is a visitor card designed to save you money on your visit to this stunning city. It is not going to save you bucketloads, but it is worth having if you are visiting lots of museums and doing lots of activities in Bruges. It covers more than thirty different museums and …
