Tag Archives: grand place

September 1, 2010

Flowers, chocolates and more in Brussels!

So you’ve arrived in Brussels, now what? Of course you want to see the sights of the capital of Europe, but you’ve also heard so many good things about the food in Belgium. Think about the Belgian fries and mussels, the Belgian beer and not to forget the famous Belgian... [Read more]

August 6, 2010

Take in the atmosphere of the Grand Place in Brussels

While Brussels can’t compete with Istanbul in terms of it bridging two continents, it is nonetheless still a fusion of many parts: Brussels is the area of Belgium where French meets Flemish, where the historic feel of towns like Bruges intermingles with the hip vibe of a city buzzing... [Read more]

December 11, 2009

Brussels Winter Wonderland

Brussels this December really is the place for the whole family to be. While there is no doubting that the Winter Wonderland in Hyde Park is great family fun, it pales in comparison with Winter Wonders in Brussels. Taking place right in the heart of Brussels – the Place Sainte... [Read more]

August 28, 2009

Brussels Scarecrow Festival

Do you fancy being a little bit creative when you take a Little Break? Then why not take part in Brussels annual Scarecrow Festival! Every year in October Brussels Grand Place become filled with scarecrows varying from the comical to the just plain scary. Thousands of visitors will... [Read more]