Category: Belgium

A city trip to off-the-beaten-path Leuven

Explore Leuven, Belgium, a lovely off-the-beaten path student town with great vibes, a lovely architecture and interesting museums. Check out insider’s tips, inc. an exclusive bike loop in this article to make the most of your visit!

Antwerp: A Must for Book Lovers!

Between the Plantin Moretus museum, stamped UNESCO twice, and the most beautiful library of Belgium, Antwerp is definitely a miust-visit for book lovers!

Take the 12-question diamond quiz [Antwerp]!

Text: Claire LessiauPhotographs: Marcella van Alphen & Claire Lessiau The history of Antwerp’s diamond industry starts in the fifteenth century, when rough diamonds arriving from India were brought first to the city of Bruges and then to Antwerp, where they were polished and set in jewellery for nobility and the city’s rich traders.

Let Rubens guide you in his hometown of Antwerp

What better way to discover Antwerp than to follow in the footsteps of its greatest master, Pieter Paul Rubens (1577-1640)! Admire his artwork, visit his house, meet his friends and discover the places he frequented during the Golden Age of the harbour city on the Scheldt River.

72 hours in Ghent

Explore Ghent’s medieval charm in 72 hours. Admire historic architecture, savor Belgian delights, and cruise its picturesque canals.

Food & drinks to try in Ghent

Belgian gastronomy is too often summed up to beer, chocolate and waffles. Ghent is the perfect city to explore the wide range of yummy foods and innovative drinks!