Brussels Travel BlogThe Brussels Travel Blog provides relevant travel information about things to do in the Capital of Europe. Subscribe to our RSS Feed so you can experience the beauty and explore the history of Brussels, Belgium for yourself. Make Your Own Belgian WafflesJust stumbled on this recipe for Belgian Waffles. Comes with hints on where to buy the Sugar Pearls that make Belgian Waffles truly Belgian! See Sabena Exhibit Before February 26 ClosingThe exhibit “Sabena: Progress came from the Sky” explores the extinct Belgian airline's history, advertising campaigns, employee uniforms over the years and the struggle for gender equality. High-Speed Trains Eclipsing Airplane Travel Between Brussels and ParisThe Thalys is now the favored travel mode over flights to and from Paris according to this article. More Belgian Strike NewsCNN provides this update on today's strike in Belgium (January 30, 2012). Five Things To See & Do in BrusselsCheck out this brief article about Brussels written by a UK traveler. Major Strike on Monday!Travelers in, to and from Brussels beware on Monday...three major unions are striking on Monday. Air travel, public transport will be affected and even roads will be blocked as the unions protest austerity measures. Read more by clicking the link. The Lowdown on Speculoos SpreadFor all the Speculoos fans out there, here's a story about the cookie but more about the ever-popular Biscoff 'nut-free' spread that has taken the foodie world by storm. OK, I may be exaggerating but lots of people are loving it! Check out the story on 'The Nibble' website. Wall Street Journal Features Brussels' 2012 Food FestivalBrussels' reputation as a 'foodie' nation grows with this report in the European online edition of The Wall Street Journal. Featuring upcoming highlights from the 2012 Brussels Food Festival. Advertise With UsAdvertise your business in our travel guide Permalink -- click for full blog post "Advertise With Us" Explore Brussels Tourism Opportunities with the Brussels Belgium Travel GuideExplore Brussels tourism opportunities including Brussels Airlines, Brussels attractions and Belgium chocolate with the Brussels Belgium Travel Guide Brussels AirportStarting soon you'll no longer be able to park for free at 'arrivals' and 'run in' to pick someone up. According to airport officials, folks have abused the 'free parking' provided for this purpose, therefore the area is being closed and you'll have to pay to park. More details in this article. Dine In The Sky This June In BrusselsI guess you call this 'adventure dining'. In June, you'll have the opportunity to enjoy a Michelin-star dinner suspended 50 meters (164 feet) in the air by a crane. It's part of a foodie campaign called 'Brusselicious'. Check out this article for the details and the scary photo. Our advice: be sure you go to the bathroom before you go up in the air! US Airlines Add Carbon Surcharge of $3.00 to European Ticket PricesThe headline says it all! Belgian's Famous 'Tin Tin' Goes Worldwide in New FilmMega movie producer/director Steven Spielberg was captivated with the Belgian comic book character 'Tintin', created by Belgian artist Herge. In true Spielberg form, he makes a masterpiece out of the comic character and showcases one of Belgium's brightest stars. See the film and support Belgian culture! Check Out this Blog About Belgian ChocolateWritten by an American living in Belgium who is passionate about Belgian chocolate, you can learn about specialty chocolate shops, how chocolate is made,where you can get factory tours, guides for walking tours and much more! The New York Times Features Belgian ChocolateWriter Amy M. Thomas features Belgian chocolate in her December 25, 2011 article published in the New York Times. Entitled 'Brussels - The Chocolate Trail', Thomas takes you on a whirlwind tour of the famous and not-so-famous Belgian chocolatiers. Christmas in BrusselsCelebrate Christmas in Brussels with plenty to see, do, buy and eat! Permalink -- click for full blog post "Christmas in Brussels" Belgian Speculoos Spread Now Available in AmericaSpeculoos spread,already a 'hit' in Belgium and other European countries as an alternative to peanut butter and Nutella (a chocolate-hazlenut spread). Entering the market under the name 'Biscoff Spread', the idea is to capitalize off the popular Speculoos cookies that Delta Airlines serves its customers. Neuhaus: Inventor of the Praline, Ballotin Box and Mouth-Watering ChocolatesJean Neuhaus made Belgian chocolate history when he invented the praline and the ballotin box. The company continues the tradition today, selling its chocolate around the world. About BelgiumHelpful information about Belgium to help you plan your trip: including info on time, weather, holidays and cultural tips. Permalink -- click for full blog post "About Belgium" When Are Belgium Holidays?When Are 2011 Belgium Holidays? Permalink -- click for full blog post "When Are Belgium Holidays?" Belgium FoodOur Belgium food section offers mouthwatering info on famous Belgian foods, receipes and restaurants Permalink -- click for full blog post "Belgium Food " Are you Belgium-Compatible?Take this test on a blog called 'Charlies Tribe' to see if your 'Belgium Compatible'! Brussels' Delirium Cafe Gets Mention in USA TodayBrussels' Delirium Cafe near the Grand Place gets a mention in this USA Today article about 10 great places to drink in other cultures. 'Flash Mob' Performs at Grand Central Station11/05/10 - The National Centre for Humanitarian Aid and Development, 11.11.11, staged a spontaneous event in the main hall of the Brussels Central Station. During a so-called flash-mob, actors and singers performed on the song "Bicycle" by the pop group Queen. See 'Closing Time' Art ExhitiSee the art exhibit 'Closing Time' through October 3, 2010 in Antwerp. Created by visual artist Jan Vanriet (b. 1948, Antwerp), the exhibit features a hand-selected itinerary of the museum’s collection of Old and Modern Masters plus 150 of his own works. Arizona Opens Musical Instrument Museum Like BrusselsCheck out this article about a Musical instrument Museum in Arizona - very similar to the MIM in Brussels. To find out more about the museum in Brussels: http://www.mim.be/en Brussels Airport Back in BusinessThe Brussels Airport (Zaventem) is back in business after closure for the past week due to the ash cloud from Iceland. As expected, it will take a few days to normalize operations, but hopefully, flights to and from Brussels will be back on schedule very soon. Advice: call your airline to confirm flights before coming to the airport. Belgian Beer Brands Known Around The WorldThe Brussels Belgium Travel Guider interviews Brussels Walks tour guide Jan Dorpmans about world famous Belgian beer. Permalink -- click for full blog post "Belgian Beer Brands Known Around The World" Buy Belgian for Valentine's DayIf you aren't sure what to buy your sweetie for Valentine's day check out our Belgian Chocolate section. All Belgian chocolatiers go out of their way to offer special Valentine chocolates in creative packaging. Permalink -- click for full blog post "Buy Belgian for Valentine's Day" Another Reason to Eat Dark Chocolate!Below you'll find a link to an article offering even more reasons to eat dark chocolate (taste alone is reason enough!). There are more scientific studies that prove its actually good for you. Check out the article and then check out our Chocolate section at: http://www.brussels-belgium-travel-guide.com/belgium-chocolate.html Sablon By Night This Week!
Christmas in Brussels begins with this three-day mini fest this week from November 26-November 28. This prestigious square called the 'Sablon' features art galleries and antiques shops which remain open until 11:30 pm. Explore one of the most beautiful districts in Brussels with free horse-drawn carriage rides and embark on a magical discovery of the Sablon antiques and shopping quarter. With special festive illuminations and live music. Our recommendation: get to the Sablon early early and have a hot chocolate at Wittamer's, one of Belgium's oldest chocolate shops. Take home a box of their macaroons and a sack of their speculoos (the best-tasting speculoo we've ever had!) Wittamer ... Small Is BeautifulJeff from the Brussels-Belgium-Travel-Guide interviewed Myriam Wittamer recently for a feature article on her family-owned business which includes pattiseries, chocolate, catering, a cafe and more. The granddaughter of the founder shares an interesting story of a 100-year-old family business that thrives today with innovation, creativity and dedication to customer service. Take a look at their beautiful website and watch the Brussels-Belgium-Travel-Guide for the article - to be posted soon! 'Belle Epoque' Artist Alfred Stevens on ShowFYI From Expatica.com newsletter: "Major retrospective devoted to the Belgian artist of the Belle Époque Alfred Stevens (1828-1906). On show is a selection of about 100 paintings, drawings and pastels, including the canvases and fragments of Panorama du siècle (Panorama of the Century), an enormous historical fresco painted with Henri Gervex for the Paris Universal Exhibition of 1889. After settling in Paris in 1852, Stevens made his mark on the artistic life of the second half of the 19th Century. His work illustrates both the modernity and social changes of his time, capturing the stifling atmosphere of the boudoir, the cruelty and futility of the bourgeois salon." Follow The 'Comic Strip Trail' in BrusselsThis travel writer from Sydney, Australia reveals a colorful side of Brussels via the 'Comic Strip Trail' a mapped walk leading to some of the city's street art displaying the adventures of Tintin, Asterix and company. For more about Belgium's love affair with comic strips, see our page: http://www.brussels-belgium-travel-guide.com/belgian-comic-strip-center.html Ten Architectural Gems in BrusselsIn this article, the United Kingdom's Guardian covers 10 top art nouveau buildings in Brussels. CNN Repeats Rick Steve's Belgium ArticleLike I said, CNN.com must love Belgium because they are repeating travel writer Rick Steve's great article 'Belgium: One of Europe's Secrets'. Thanks CNN and thanks Rick! Nine Great Belgium Travel Shots on CNN.comCNN must like Belgium. On their website, they posted nine great travel shots from this beautiful country. Have a look! Belgian Chocolate: Remedy for Diabetes?A British University is looking for women with type 2 diabetes to participate in a research study to see if Belgian chocolate has beneficial influences for diabetics. Research participants will be asked to eat a bar of specially-made Belgian chocolate every day. The chocolate, loaded with healthy flavanoids, is provided by a Belgian chocolatier. Click the link for the full article. Chinese Culture Celebrated in BelgiumOver the next four months, Belgium and neighbouring regions will celebrate the diversity of Chinese culture by hosting hundreds of breathtaking events. For more information... Quest Features Chocolate on 'World at Work'CNN personality Richard Quest visits a chocolatier to learn about the art of chocolate making in this short video feature. It's a great little piece but unfortunately features a British chocolatier (Paul Young) rather than a Belgian confectioner. Oh Richard...the best chocolate is in Belgium. Come visit us!!! Looking for Restaurants in Belgium?We stumbled across this mouth-watering site through a link from expatica.be.The site offers information on 'restaurants with style'. Featuring restaurants throughout Belgium, the site offers reviews, tempting photos and other gastronomic info. Bolt Bolts In BrusselsThis is the first sports-related link we've ever posted on the Brussels-Belgium-Travel-Guide but we thought it noteworthy that Jamaican runner Usain Bolt won the 200-meter race at the Golden league today in Brussels. For all who traveled to Brussels for the race, enjoy the city while you're there! NY Times: Belgium's Chocolate PassionThe New York Times features a delectable story on one of Belgium's most famous products: chocolate. The story offers a brief overview of Belgium's love affair with the 'food of the gods' and then gives an inside look to companies like Cote d'Or and Leonidas. After reading this story, find more on Belgian chocolate in our Belgium chocolate section at: http://www.brussels-belgium-travel-guide.com/belgium-chocolate.html See These Brussels Travel VideosJust discovered this site with Brussels travel videos. A couple of the videos give general overviews while others cover Belgian beer, the Mannekin Pis, and where to eat in Brussels. View, enjoy and come to Brussels! Living Scotsman.com says about Brussels: 'Never A Better Time To Visit'This article offers proof that, 'Brussels is casting off its role as Eurocrat-central to become...a leading contender for a weekend city destination.' Sound of Music Tribute Filmed in AntwerpThis FUN video was filmed in an Antwerp train station by a Belgian television station in its quest to find someone to play the role of Maria in a production of the 'Sound of Music.' Hundreds of everyday people come together to celebrate one of the most celebrated musicals of all time. You HAVE to see it to believe it! Permalink -- click for full blog post "Sound of Music Tribute Filmed in Antwerp" Blogger Focuses on 'Living in Belgium'Here's a link to an Expatica interview featuring writer and blogger Kimberly Lovato, an American who lives in Belgium and writes about it. Lovato's blog address is: http://www.abroadinbelgium.com/ Liverpool Echo Features BrugesMedieval architecture, luscious chocolate, a museum dedicated to the French Fry, a city full of beautiful canals filled with wandering lovers. Readall this and more in this Liverpool Echo article on Bruges. |
