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Bruges Travel Guide: History, Attractions, Hotels and Restaurants 1

Bruges Travel Guide: History, Attractions, Hotels and Restaurants

Bruges is in northwest Belgium, in the province of West Flanders. It’s near major cities like Brussels and Amsterdam and is 64 kilometers inland from the…

13 Best Hotels in Bruges and Cool Neightbourhoods 2

13 Best Hotels in Bruges and Cool Neightbourhoods

Bruges, a medieval city in Belgium that exudes charm and history. Its well-preserved medieval architecture and UNESCO World Heritage Site status make it a must-visit destination.…

27 Best Things to do in Bruges 3

27 Best Things to do in Bruges

Bruges is a medieval city in northern Belgium’s Flanders region. Bruges is full of picturesque canals, cobbled streets and that that is why it is called…

14 Best Restaurants and Bars to Eat and Drink in Bruges 4

14 Best Restaurants and Bars to Eat and Drink in Bruges

Bruges allures visitors with its fairy tale architecture and scenery. Bruges is a medieval city known for its well-preserved Gothic and Renaissance buildings. Its historic city…

11 Best Cafés in Bruges for Coffee, Tea and Breakfast! 5

11 Best Cafés in Bruges for Coffee, Tea and Breakfast!

Bruges is a picturesque medieval town located in the Flemish region of Belgium. With its well-preserved historic architecture, winding canals and cobblestone streets, Bruges is often…

Prague City Pass or Prague CoolPass: Is it worth it? 6

Prague City Pass or Prague CoolPass: Is it worth it?

Prague CoolPass is a tourist pass for 1 to 10 days, offering free or discounted access to over 70 attractions in Prague. It covers top sites…

15 fun things to do in Rimini, Italy - Rimini Travel Guide 7

15 fun things to do in Rimini, Italy – Rimini Travel Guide

Rimini is in the Emilia-Romagna region and was founded by Romans in 268 BC. It has over 15 km of beaches and is a popular seaside…

Antwerp Travel Guide: History, Attractions, Hotels, Restaurants and Markets 9

Antwerp Travel Guide: History, Attractions, Hotels, Restaurants and Markets

Antwerp is a city of culture, fashion and a lot of coffee bars. In this guide you'll find all the information you need to plan your trip, including a breakdown of the neighborhoods and tips on where to stay, where to eat and what to do.

14 Best Hotels in Antwerp and Best Neighbourhoods to Stay 10

14 Best Hotels in Antwerp and Best Neighbourhoods to Stay

Antwerp is a historic port city known as a global diamond trading and fashion hub. Antwerp provides places to stay, from luxurious 5-star properties to budget…

17 Best Restaurants in Antwerp to eat like a local 11

17 Best Restaurants in Antwerp to eat like a local

Antwerp is a historic port city in northern Belgium along the Scheldt River. Today, as Belgium's second largest city, Antwerp is an important seaport and centre of diamond trading. With over 500,000 residents, Antwerp boasts a multicultural energy and youthful creative spirit. Antwerp has developed a vibrant and eclectic dining scene reflecting its history and diversity. Belgian cuisine originated by blending French culinary influences with heartier Germanic fare using local ingredients. Signature dishes like moules frites, waffles, chocolate and beer define Belgium's food culture. The restaurants in Antwerp showcase an incredible diversity of cuisines and dining experiences that blend traditional Belgian fare with global influences.

14 Top Antwerp Museums: History, Photo & Art Galleries 12

14 Top Antwerp Museums: History, Photo & Art Galleries

Antwerp is known as Belgium’s “capital of diamonds”. It is located just 15 kilometers south of the Dutch border, on the banks of the River Scheldt.…

Antwerp Christmas Market 2023-2024: 🎅 Dates, Location, Attractions 13

Antwerp Christmas Market 2023-2024: 🎅 Dates, Location, Attractions

The Antwerp Christmas Market is an annual holiday market located in the historic center of Antwerp, Belgium. It starts in early December and continues through the first week of January each year. The Antwerp Christmas Market features over 100 wooden chalet stalls spread out across several squares, including Groenplaats, Grote Markt, Handschoenmarkt and Steenplein.

14 Best Cafés and Bars in Antwerp 14

14 Best Cafés and Bars in Antwerp

The city of Antwerp in Belgium is known as a hip place. So it won't surprise that there are tons of cool coffee bars where you can get re-energized, take a break, read a book or grab some cake. The list below consists of the Antwerp coffee bars I've already been to. Whenever I visit a new one, I'll add it here, so make sure to check back!

26 Best Things to do in Antwerp, Belgium 15

26 Best Things to do in Antwerp, Belgium

Known as Belgium’s “capital of cool”, “city of diamonds” and “city of fashion”, the attractions in Antwerp are endless. The reason why there are so many things to do in Antwerp is down to the city’s wealthy past. Found only 15 km (9 miles) south of the Dutch border, it lies on the River Scheldt which links it to the North Sea which has historically made it a hugely important port. Around 400 years ago, Antwerp was among the most prosperous cities in Europe. At that time, its strategic position meant that its status rose until it became the second-largest European city north of the Alps.

10 Best Beaches in Belgium and their town centers 16

10 Best Beaches in Belgium and their town centers

If you’ve ever wondered if there are any nice beaches in Belgium, you’re in for a treat. The Belgian coast is over 65 km (40 miles)…

Where to Go Walking in Belgium: 6 Great Trails 17

Where to Go Walking in Belgium: 6 Great Trails

Belgium might not be the place you think of first when you plan to go hiking. It’s not the hilliest of countries, but there still has…

In Bruges filming locations: 15 spots where it was filmed! 18

In Bruges filming locations: 15 spots where it was filmed!

Bruges has always been one of the most visited cities in Belgium, but the movie In Bruges most certainly gave it a boost. “In Bruges” is…

Airports in Belgium: Traveler's Guide to Belgium's Airports 19

Airports in Belgium: Traveler’s Guide to Belgium’s Airports

Ever wondered how many airports in Belgium there are? Confused that there seem to be two Brussels airports? Or maybe you’re just trying to choose between…

35 Best Belgium Castles: History, Location and How to Visit! 20

35 Best Belgium Castles: History, Location and How to Visit!

Did you know that there are over 3000 castles in Belgium? That makes more castles per capita than France which is famous for its chateaux. Many…

15 fun things to do in Modena, Italy on a day trip 21

15 fun things to do in Modena, Italy on a day trip

If you’re looking for experiences related to food, art, and cars in one city; then Modena is the right fit for you. The hometown of Luciano…

16 Best Cities in Belgium: A Comprehensive Guide! 22

16 Best Cities in Belgium: A Comprehensive Guide!

So, you’re thinking of traveling to Belgium – fantastic! You probably have a pretty concrete image in your head of what you imagine the country to…

53 most Famous Belgians: Artists, Chefs and Scientists! 23

53 most Famous Belgians: Artists, Chefs and Scientists!

A list of 60 famous Belgians, including famous Belgian singers, famous Belgian singers, famous Belgian scientists, Belgian sportsmen, inventors and more. Check to see how many of them you know, and if you knew they were Belgian!

87 fun facts about Belgium that'll blow your mind 24

87 fun facts about Belgium that’ll blow your mind

Looking for some fun facts about Belgium? You’ve come to the right place! There’s much more to Belgium than beer, chocolate, and waffles. This treasure trove…

Is the Copenhagen Card worth it? An honest review and details of savings 25

Is the Copenhagen Card worth it? An honest review and details of savings

 A discount card like the Copenhagen Card allows you to see a lot of the most important places while saving you money at the same time.…

No Time to Die Locations: 10 spots where it was filmed 27

No Time to Die Locations: 10 spots where it was filmed

A James Bond film wouldn’t be complete without some exotic locations to provide the backdrop for the spy’s antics. No Time to Die is no different,…

42 Best festivals in Belgium, you don't want to miss! 28

42 Best festivals in Belgium, you don’t want to miss!

Belgium is the land of music festivals. From spring until late summer you can attend a music festival every weekend and even more than one in…

14 fun things to do in Belgium to do all-year-round 29

14 fun things to do in Belgium to do all-year-round

Planning a trip to the land of beer and chocolate? You better come prepared! With these tips on 21 things to do in Belgium in 2021 you'll see, hear, taste and experience the best of Belgium in the new year. Have fun!

15 typical Belgian food and where to eat them in Brussels 30

15 typical Belgian food and where to eat them in Brussels

There's more to Belgian food than fries, chocolate and waffles. Alison shares 6 great Belgian dishes, like shrimp croquettes and meatballs, plus not only where you should order them in Brussels, but also which places you should avoid.

8 Easy Belgian Recipes with You Have to Try

Belgium is known throughout the world for its national food. From its tasty treats like waffles, chocolate, and sweets, to its globally famous breweries, to its…

6 Fun Things to Do in Zillertal, Austria That Are Not Skiing 31

6 Fun Things to Do in Zillertal, Austria That Are Not Skiing

The Austrian Alps are a seriously underrated destination that often take a back seat to the more famous French, Swiss and Italian Alps. But breathtaking scenery,…

Travel photo shoots: Flytographer review (+ flytographer coupon code!) 32

Travel photo shoots: Flytographer review (+ flytographer coupon code!)

Want some great travel photos of your next trip that you're actually in as well? Then photo shoot service Flytographer is the solution. Flytographer has photographers all over the world to capture your travel moments. I tried them in Berlin and this is the result.

What to do in Brisbane Australia when you only have 2 days to explore 33

What to do in Brisbane Australia when you only have 2 days to explore

When we went to Queensland in Australia, we flew into Brisbane and spent the first two days of our trip there. I’d researched the best places…

Incredible Things to do in Port Douglas Over Several Days 34

Incredible Things to do in Port Douglas Over Several Days

Port Douglas in Queensland, Australia is one of the state’s best-kept secrets. Its lush rainforest and glittering coastline are just two of the dozens of features…

Airalo review: Why use an eSIM for travel? 35

Airalo review: Why use an eSIM for travel?

Something that has long been the traveler’s nemesis is the dreaded mobile data roaming charge. We’ve all been in that agonizing situation where you have no…

Sziget Festival Budapest review - My Personal Experience 37

Sziget Festival Budapest review – My Personal Experience

Every year, Budapest in Hungary hosts the Sziget Festival. Originally founded as the Diáksziget or Student Island in 1993, the Sziget Festival marked my first time…

Rock en Seine 2023: The Festival in Paris You Don’t Want to Miss

If there is only one European festival you attend in 2023, then make sure it’s the Rock en Seine Festival in Paris, France. Enjoy a weekend…

Great Barrier Reef tours: all you need to know + a personal review 38

Great Barrier Reef tours: all you need to know + a personal review

We couldn’t visit Queensland in Australia without touring the Great Barrier Reef. Not only is it a UNESCO World Heritage site, but unfortunately, it’s also endangered.…

Carnival in Rotterdam: music and fun at Rotterdam Unlimited 39

Carnival in Rotterdam: music and fun at Rotterdam Unlimited

The Rotterdam Unlimited festival is the highlight of summer in Rotterdam, with the Battle of the Drums, the summer carnival and several concerts taking place over the span of five days. Walk with me and get a feel for the festival in with these 30 photos and my personal report of the event.

Fun Things to Do in Hong Kong, including the best tours 40

Fun Things to Do in Hong Kong, including the best tours

When we traveled to Australia for our Queensland road trip, we also spent 48 hours in Hong Kong in China. As I was researching the top…

10 fun day trips from Rota, Spain to include in your trip 41

10 fun day trips from Rota, Spain to include in your trip

Quite a few years ago, I spent a holiday in Rota in the province of Andalucia in Spain. While the town itself was rather small and…

67 fun facts about Egypt from history and nature to fashion 42

67 fun facts about Egypt from history and nature to fashion

Planning a trip to Egypt or just want to know more about the country? Start with these 67 fun facts about Egypt. Use them during a…

37 interesting facts about Jordan (the country :-)) 43

37 interesting facts about Jordan (the country :-))

Planning a trip to Jordan and want to know a bit more about the country first? Then check out these interesting facts about Jordan. Don’t have…

A breakdown of the Rotterdam shopping experience 50

A breakdown of the Rotterdam shopping experience

If you’ve been following me for a while, you know I travel to Rotterdam in the Netherlands quite often. Until now, I’d never really had the…

75 Fun Facts About The Netherlands You Need to Know

After creating my post on facts about Belgium, I thought: “Why not make a post like that for every country I’ve visited?” and got to work.…

Is the Berlin Welcome Card worth it? 51

Is the Berlin Welcome Card worth it?

Berlin in Germany is one of those cities where you can’t just do it all in one trip. There are so many museums, shows, and activities…

Is the Porto Card Worth It? A Thorough Review 52

Is the Porto Card Worth It? A Thorough Review

Porto is a beautiful city located in northern Portugal. If you love culture, food, music, and friendly people, you will love Porto.  This charming city is…

Is the Lisboa Card Worth It? 53

Is the Lisboa Card Worth It?

Lisbon is one of Europe’s oldest and most charming cities. The capital of Portugal is a traveler’s paradise featuring dozens of sights and attractions to explore.…

48 Surprising Facts About Morocco You Need to Know 54

48 Surprising Facts About Morocco You Need to Know

What interesting facts about Morocco do you know? Are you aware that this North African country borders both the Atlantic Ocean and the Mediterranean Sea? What…

The Roma Pass: The Ultimate Guide on Whether it’s Worth the Money

Over 10 million tourists go to Rome each year, making the city Italy’s most popular destination. This means one thing: it’s crowded, especially in the high…

Fun things to do in Newcastle: activities for a weekend away 55

Fun things to do in Newcastle: activities for a weekend away

I’d wanted to visit Newcastle, the city in the north of England in the UK for a while and so when I was invited there as…

41 Fun Facts About Spain 56

41 Fun Facts About Spain

How many interesting facts about Spain do you know? It’s not just the basics like the capital city is Madrid or it’s part of the European…

Blog Conferences 2023 (You don't want to miss these!) 57

Blog Conferences 2023 (You don’t want to miss these!)

Up your blogging game by learning and networking at one of these online entrepreneur and blog conferences in 2020. These conferences on blogging take place all over the world and treat subjects from blog writing to social media, email marketing, and more

Fall in love with Dutch tulips at the Keukenhof Gardens 2023 58

Fall in love with Dutch tulips at the Keukenhof Gardens 2023

Each year thousands of people ask themselves the same question: when is the best time for the perfect Keukenhof Gardens 2023 visit in the Netherlands? The…

Floralia Brussels: flower show at Groot-Bijgaarden castle and gardens 59

Floralia Brussels: flower show at Groot-Bijgaarden castle and gardens

Floralia is a one-month flower show at the Groot-Bijgaarden castle and gardens, near Brussels. More than 1 million flower bulbs are planted here every year and arranged in beautiful flower beds, sometimes with fun shapes. There's even a flower labyrinth.

18 Hotels in Porto With Pool – For a Refreshing Stay

There’s no better feeling than relaxing by a swimming pool after a long day of exploring a new city. If you’re thinking of taking a trip…

Typical Icelandic Cuisine: 24 Dishes Not to Miss When in Iceland 60

Typical Icelandic Cuisine: 24 Dishes Not to Miss When in Iceland

Iceland’s known for its stunning, dramatic scenery – and this has also played a massive part in the history of the foods of Iceland. Historically, food…

Traditional German Food to Try on Your Next Trip There 61

Traditional German Food to Try on Your Next Trip There

Traditional German cuisine has left its mark all over the world, being a country with a rich culinary heritage. But Germany food is not just limited…

Top things to do in Dresden in 2 days: a Dresden itinerary 62

Top things to do in Dresden in 2 days: a Dresden itinerary

What to see in Dresden in 2 days? This is my itinerary, including things to do in Dresden, information on where to stay, where to eat, how to get around and what day trip from Dresden you absolutely have to make. Check it out and start planning!

Cretan food: A Chania food tour and learning about typical dishes 63

Cretan food: A Chania food tour and learning about typical dishes

Crete is not only the largest of the Greek islands, with peaceful beaches, secret swimming spots, historic old towns and mountaintop villages, but it also has…

Krimml Waterfalls Austria 64

Krimml Waterfalls Austria

A few years ago, I visited Zillertal in Austria for the first time to attend an “Almabtrieb”, the descent of the cows from the mountains to…

4 Baden-Württemberg cities you need to visit 65

4 Baden-Württemberg cities you need to visit

While Germany is only a border away from Belgium, my trips to the country have been fairly limited. I’ve been to Cologne as a teenager, spent…

Srprs me surprise holidays: What are they and how do they work? 66

Srprs me surprise holidays: What are they and how do they work?

Gifting experiences, not things, is one of the best ways to show your favorite people you care about them. And you know what’s even better than…

Is La Sagrada Familia inside worth it? Have a look! 68

Is La Sagrada Familia inside worth it? Have a look!

Everyone knows La Sagrada Familia. This cathedral in Barcelona is Gaudí's unfinished masterpiece. Everyone knows the lines to get in as well, though. It makes you wonder if it's worth going inside La Sagrada Familia. Well, is it? Read on to find out.

Visiting the Quebec City Ice Hotel in Canada: Everything You Need to Know 69

Visiting the Quebec City Ice Hotel in Canada: Everything You Need to Know

Have you ever heard of Quebec City Ice Hotel Canada? It’s s must if you’re visiting the province in winter!   What is the Quebec City…

Cabo da Roca, the westernmost point of Europe mainland 70

Cabo da Roca, the westernmost point of Europe mainland

It was rather by accident that we visited Cabo da Roca, the westernmost point of Europe mainland at latitude 38º 47´north and longitude 9º 30´west. The…

8 Best Things to do in Elk Island National Park in Alberta, Canada 71

8 Best Things to do in Elk Island National Park in Alberta, Canada

It's just a 40-minute drive from Edmonton to Elk Island National Park in Alberta, Canada, where you can spot bison and other wildlife while hiking, snowshoeing and more. We drove the Bison Loop, went snowshoeing on a lake and had maple syrup toffee. Check it out!

Visiting the Acropolis in Athens, Greece: Top Tips 72

Visiting the Acropolis in Athens, Greece: Top Tips

I look over the city in amazement after climbing to the top of the hill. I’m visiting the Acropolis ancient ruins in Greece. Below me, all…

Where to Stay When Visiting Yellowstone National Park 73

Where to Stay When Visiting Yellowstone National Park

Yellowstone National Park in the United States is something we believe every person should see at least once. Opened by President Ulysses S. Grant on March…

SafetyWing Travel Insurance: Who is it for and is it worth it? 74

SafetyWing Travel Insurance: Who is it for and is it worth it?

There’s a new kid on the travel insurance block and it’s called SafetyWing. SafetyWing travel insurance offers cover for for short-term and long-term travelers. It provides…

14 fun things to do in Innsbruck in winter (+ 2 must-do's nearby) 75

14 fun things to do in Innsbruck in winter (+ 2 must-do’s nearby)

Innsbruck in Austria is a pretty special city. Surrounded by mountains, it’s loved by hikers, mountain bikers, skiers, and snowboarders alike. But even if you’re not…

43 Interesting Facts About Mexico 76

43 Interesting Facts About Mexico

There’s so much more to the world’s most populous Spanish-speaking country than the tasty food, historic ruins, and endless stretches of golden beaches. The rich culture…

23 Fun things to do in Malaga, Spain on a city break 77

23 Fun things to do in Malaga, Spain on a city break

If you’re looking for reliable sunshine, golden beaches, and food that will have you planning your next meal before you’ve even finished chewing, Malaga is the…

46 Fun Ideas for Travel Gift Baskets 78

46 Fun Ideas for Travel Gift Baskets

Looking for a gift for that one friend who seems to be out of the country more often than in it? Or for that one family…

5 books about Croatia you have to read before your trip 115

5 books about Croatia you have to read before your trip

These fiction and non-fiction books about Croatia shed light on the country's history and culture. They're perfect reads when preparing for your trip or when you simply want to know more about the country. Which one will you pick?

10 things to do in Tynemouth, England on a day trip 116

10 things to do in Tynemouth, England on a day trip

I visited the coastal town of Tynemouth, England on a day trip from Newcastle and researched some things to do in Tynemouth beforehand. Here they are.…

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