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. 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" 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 2010 Belgium Holidays? Permalink -- click for full blog post "When Are Belgium Holidays?" 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 Christmas in BrusselsCelebrate Christmas in Brussels with plenty to see, do, buy and eat! Permalink -- click for full blog post "Christmas in Brussels" 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!!! Belgium FoodOur Belgium food section offers mouthwatering info on famous Belgian foods, receipes and restaurants Permalink -- click for full blog post "Belgium Food " 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/ 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. 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. ABC News Features Waterloo PanoramaThe Panorama exhibit in Waterloo, Belgium is one of several attractions featuring the famous battle where 'Napolean met his Waterloo.' AP Writer Jessica Letchfield offers an interesting perspective on this, one of 120 'traveling' panoramas in the world. More information about Waterloo, Belgium on the Brussels-Belgium-Travel-Guide.com website in our 'Other Belgium Cities' section. Belgian Chocolate in Rick Steve's Travel LetterBelgian chocolatiers 'Galler' in Brussels and 'Dumon' in Brugges get a nod from travel writer Rick Steve's latest travel letter. Eurostar Offers Great Prices: London to BrusselsCheck this site out for information about round trip tickets from £59, leaving from St. Pancreas Station in London to Brussels. Tickets avaiable in August and September. Antwerp in 48 HoursVerna Gates with Reuters posts a 'Postcard from Antwerp' story filling up a 48-hour sight-seeing trip to Antwerp with stops for diamonds, chocolate, museums, food and fashion. Belgium Facts: By Numbers and SuperlativesBelgium facts: stats, superlatives and little know things about the Capital of Europe. Permalink -- click for full blog post "Belgium Facts: By Numbers and Superlatives" Traveling to Belgium? How To Reduce Bank FeesRick Steves, well-known travel show host, guide book author, and travel writer, offers tips on how to save money on foreign exchange and bank fees when traveling in Europe. Read and $ave! Chocolate Company Launches Academy WebsiteIn September, Barry Callebaut will a global Chocolate Academy website: www.chocolatecourses.com, listing all twelve Chocolate Academy schedules worldwide. You will then be able to register and pay on-line for classes at all of Academy locations. Until then, please visit the Chicago Chocolate Academy's website at: www.chocolate-academy.com. Global Post: Belgian Independence Day PrideMany countries celebrate national pride by flag waving...but not Belgium. Read why here. Belgian Fries Win Popularity Contest as 'Face of Belgium'Belgian fries (frites) smothered in mayonaise, ketchup or other sauces Permalink -- click for full blog post "Belgian Fries Win Popularity Contest as 'Face of Belgium'" Brussels Featured in Associated Press StoryTravel writer Jessica Letchford offers her impressions of the Capital of Europe on Canadian website 'Canoe'. Great Brussels travel summary, but we disagree with her advice about eating in the Grand Place. You should be able to find a restaurant in or near the Place to fit your budget. Brussels Featured in CNN Article by Rick StevesClick and read this great article about Brussels written by Rick Steves and featured on CNN's website. More reasons to love Brussels! Ryanair to Increase Flights To and From BelgiumGood news for travelers to and from Belgium: Ryanair is reducing its capacity from London Standsted by 40% and increasing capacity at airports in other countries including Belgium. According to a story on CNN's website, the low-cost airline is making the change in its winter flight schedule due to high British airport taxes. Keep watch at www.ryanair.com to see flight schedule changes. 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 Belgian Beer Tours Offers One-Day, Weekend and Five-Day OptionsBelgian beer tours offer multiple options for visiting breweries, learning about and tasting beer. Belgium Segway Tour Offers Unique Views of BrusselsAll you need to know to book your Belgium Segway Tour in Brussels and Antwerp Permalink -- click for full blog post "Belgium Segway Tour Offers Unique Views of Brussels" Tintin Creator Herge Opens MuseumHerge, the creator of the world renowned comic strip 'Tintin' has opened a museum in Louvain La Neuve, just south of Brussels. There, you can find original 'Tintin' drawings and other items of interest related to the comic strip. Get A Deal on Neuhaus ChocolateOne of Brussels' best kept secrets is the Neuhaus Chocolate 'outlet' store in Linbeek. Here you can buy most Neuhaus products already boxed at regular prices. But you can get great deals on 1 kilo boxes (2.2 pounds) of various chocolates: one box is 10 euros while three boxes is only 20 euros! If you've ever shopped at a Neuhaus - one of Belgium's best chocolatiers and priciest - then you'll appreciate these prices. Best of all: you can sample many of the chocolates to your heart's - and stomach's - content. Address: Postweg 2, 1602 Vlezenbeek, Belgium Hours: Mon. – Thurs. 9 a.m.-6 p.m. and Friday 9 a.m.-5 p.m.
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