Category: Belgium
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GHENT & BRUSSELS during Christmas Time
One year ago, during my stay in Aachen, I managed to sneak in a one weekend trip to Belgium. I already had been to Belgium before (namely Brussels, Bruges, and Antwerp). This time, the main purpose of the visit was to meet up with old friends. We used the time to catch up with old…
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10 THINGS YOU SHOULD (NOT) EAT IN BELGIUM
A trip is never complete without trying local (traditional) food! With all the globalization of products, you get to eat similarly all around the world, decreasing the travelling experience and uniqueness of your destination. Here go 10 of the main Belgium specialities that I tried and approved (or not) during my trip. Uma viagem nunca…
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ANTWERP IN A FLASH – 7 MUST SEES
Last March I payed a flash visit to Antwerp in my trip between Brussels and Amsterdam. I explored the city in one afternoon. Although famous for its museums and art, I just saw the more emblematics zones and relaxed a little. Nevertheless, I really loved the city, and I am glad I made a stop there.…
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BRUGES IN ONE DAY
Bruges, located in the north of Belgium, is the capital of the West Flanders province. If Brussels is your base-city, you can reach Bruges by train, each journey taking about one hour and costing around 14€. Below you can see a possible itinerary for a well spent day in Bruges. Bruges, localizada no norte da…
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TOP 10 – BRUSSELS
1- GRAND-PLACE Many consider the central square of Brussels one of the most beautiful in the world, and is without surprise a UNESCO World Heritages site. Also known as Grote markt, it is surrounded by the city’s town hall, the Maison du Roi, several guildhouses and other houses built in Gothic style. It is never…