Craft Beer Lovers Weekend Itinerary in Ghent
I took a quick trip Ghent over a long weekend, taking advantage of how easy it is to get there with the Eurostar from London. I’ve been to Ghent a few times before and was always struck by how little people talk about it in comparison to Bruges, Brussels and Antwerp. I’ve always found this […]
My 2014 & Happy New Year
It’s time (again) for my review of the year, it only seems like a few months since I wrote the last one. 2014 has gone really quickly, it feels like it’s been a bit of a strange year not only just for me but for the world at large. There’s been many highlights and achievements […]
The Sights Of Ostend, Belgium – A City With Soul
If you were asked to point out Ostend on a map, would you be able to do so? Thanks to Visit Oostende I had the opportunity to explore little-known sights of Ostend. You’re not the only one if you haven’t heard about this Belgium town, perhaps you have a vague idea of where it might be […]
Nulsterrenpension (zero stars hotel), Antwerp
It had been a hot humid day in Antwerp and the last thing I wanted to be doing is rolling my wheelie luggage shamefully through a crowd of young people partying away at a the zomerbar. It was quite late, after 10, but the party was just getting going at Nulsterrenpension the zero stars hotel (hostel). After […]
A Short Stop in Ghent
I admit that I’m not the type of traveller who likes to plan or research much. I’ve been known to get off a plane without knowing where to go or where to stay. For me, part of the adventure is in the surprises that you find and I find so many more when I’ve done […]
Things to do in Bruges
If you’re planning a trip to Bruges, brace yourself for fine classic architecture, plenty of culture and history. Bruges is a charming Flemish city and is often referred to as ‘The Venice of the North’ as it’s canals offer the perfect place to take an afternoon stroll. City may not offer attractions for thrill seekers […]
New Year in Delirium, Brussels
Much of my New Years eve was spent savouring strong Belgium beer in Delirium, a bar near the Grand Place in Brussels that has over 2000 different types of beer. Before leaving for Brussels I’d mentioned to many people that I was heading there for new years. Their response was often the same, “why Brussels?”. […]