Seven Million Reasons to Visit the Netherlands When you think of the Netherlands, what come to mind? For me, it’s cheese, wooden clogs [silly, I know] and tulips. When I think of tulips, Keukenhof comes to mind. Keukenhof has been called the world’s most beautiful spring garden, and it’s not an exaggeration. Seven million spring-flowering […]
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There’s something magical about Europe during the Christmas season. Across the continent, charming holiday markets have sprung up, beckoning visitors with lights, homemade crafts, delicious regional cuisine and more. I can already taste the mulled wine and smell the gingerbread! And my credit card is ready for a workout, which I’ll probably need after all
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It’s going to be a grueling week to get things done in Belgium. The country is facing three days of across-the-board labor actions. What does that mean for you? If you are in Belgium or coming here, it means a lot! November Strike Starting at 10 p.m. tonight, Sunday, November 23, train service will be
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When you think of Belgian food, what is the first thing that comes to mind? Belgian waffles! It’s a popular food that you’ll find with street vendors, in cafes and even in fine restaurants. What is this national obsession with the waffle? I first noticed it when I started working in Brussels. In the U.S.,
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I have never been a political creature, but something happened to me this week. I can’t remember ever going to protest. Maybe that’s just my aging brain forgetting. When “No Kings Day” popped up in the news and started getting publicity and hateful comments from Republican leaders, the movement caught my attention. It’s “I Hate
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It’s time to say goodbye to summer in Belgium. The whirlwind of cultural and music festivals are coming to an end. Even though autumn doesn’t officially start until the autumnal equinox on September 22, you can already feel a change in the air. Temperatures are dropping, leaves are changing colors and summer festivals are
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I was never much of a history buff, but living in Europe has sparked my interest in learning about the past. After all, this continent is brimming with history and more so than my native land. I live about 40 minutes from the site of the iconic Battle of Waterloo, where Napoleon suffered a crushing
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Belgium is bursting into color with the bluebells of Hallerbos.
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Keukenhof is the world’s best spring garden and deserves an add on your bucket list.
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Tournee Minerale may be a month without alcohol, but that doesn’t mean you have to give up good Belgian beer.
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