Wonderful Wanderings shares tips on things to do, where to eat and where to stay around the world - plus useful travel gear reviews.
Braunschweig Christmas Market 2023. 🎅 Dates, Location, Attractions
The Braunschweig Christmas Market is an outdoor Christmas market located in the city center of Braunschweig, Germany, surrounding the St. Blasii Cathedral. The market opens on Wednesday, November 29, 2023 and closes on Friday, December 29, 2023. The Christmas market attracts hundreds of thousands of visitors annually from Germany and abroad.
15 Amazing Things to do in Kortrijk: Travel Guide: History, Attractions, Transportation & Markets
Kortrijk is a city and municipality in the Flemish province of West Flanders, Belgium. In French and English, it is sometimes called Courtrai or Courtray. In Latin, it was known as Cortoriacum or Cortoracum. In West Flemish, a regional dialect of Dutch, it is called Kortryk or Kortrik. Kortrijk has a long and rich history that dates back to Roman times when it was a settlement near the river Leie and two Roman roads.
16 Best things to do in Ninove: Travel Guide, History, Attractions, Transportation & Markets
Ninove is a city and municipality in the Flemish province of East Flanders in Belgium. It is pronounced as Ninive in French, Nienove in German and Ninova in Italian. Ninove means "new pasture" and has a history dating back to the 9th century. Ninove is located on the river Dender and is part of the Denderstreek, a region known for its agricultural and industrial activities.
23 Best Restaurants and Bars in Ghent to Eat and Drink
Ghent is a historic city located in the Flanders region of Belgium. With origins dating back to the 10th century, Ghent grew to become one of…
15 Best Hotels in Ghent and the Best Neighbourhoods
Ghent is a historic city that traces its origins to Celtic and Roman settlements in the early centuries AD. Ghent, strategically located at the confluence of…
The Belfry of Ghent: Explore the famous 3 Ghent towers
The Belfry of Ghent is one of the three famous towers of the city. Climb up the stairs and learn about the history of the building on the different floor. There you can also meet the dragon who protected the tower and the famous Bell Ronald.
Ghent Travel Guide: History, Attractions, Transportation & Markets
Ghent, often overshadowed by its more famous Belgian counterparts like Brussels and Brugge, is a hidden gem that offers a unique blend of history, culture and…
19 Best Hotels to stay in Brussels – Neighbourhoods, Luxury, Hostels, Family and Airport Hotels
Brussels offers a range of excellent hotels that cater to different budgets and preferences. Brussels has several high-end hotels that provide top-notch amenities and impeccable service for those looking for a luxurious stay. These hotels offer elegantly designed rooms or suites, spa facilities, fine dining restaurants, and convenient locations in the heart of the city. Guests can expect a comfortable and indulgent experience, with services tailored to meet their every need, while travelers on a tighter budget can find a variety of affordable hotels and budget-friendly accommodations in Brussels.
Brussels Travel Guide: 18 Best Things to Do, History, Facts and Hotels
Brussels, the capital city of Belgium, is an intriguing destination with much to offer. Brussels is pronounced as “bruh-suhls” or “bruh-suhlz” in English. The city is also known by its French name, “Bruxelles” (pronounced “bruh-kel”), and its Dutch name, “Brussel” (pronounced “bruh-suhl”). It is home to the iconic Atomium, a unique structure with futuristic spheres that offer panoramic views of Brussels. The Grand Place, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, is a historic square surrounded by ornate buildings, including the Gothic-style Brussels City Hall. The Manneken Pis, a small bronze statue of a urinating boy, is a quirky symbol of Brussels and a popular tourist attraction. The Royal Palace of Brussels, although not the residence of the king, is an impressive neoclassical building that can be visited during the summer months, and the Belgian Comic Strip Center showcases the country's rich comic book heritage, including the adventures of Tintin and the Smurfs.
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 Best restaurants in Brussels: Where to eat in Brussels?
Brussels is home to several top-notch restaurants that offer exceptional dining experiences. The Lobster House is an establishment known for its exquisite seafood dishes, particularly its delicious lobsters prepared in various styles. Le Bistro-Porte de Hal provides a cozy setting and serves a diverse range of Belgian and international cuisine. The Blue stands out for its Mediterranean-inspired menu, featuring flavors from the region. Comme Chez Soi is a celebrated fine-dining restaurant offering a fusion of French and Belgian gastronomy.
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…
Trier Christmas Market 2023-2024: 🎅 Dates, Location, Attractions
The Trier Christmas Market is one of Germany's oldest and most popular Christmas markets. It has a rich history dating back to the medieval trading fairs and church bazaars held in the city during December, which evolved into an annual Christmas market that attracts more than 1.5 million visitors. The market is divided between two main squares: Market Square (Hauptmarkt) and Cathedral Square (Domfreihof), which are filled with over 100 beautifully decorated wooden pavilions.
Heidelberger Christmas Markets 2023-2024:🎅 Dates, Location, Attractions
Heidelberger Christmas Markets are annual holiday markets held in the city of Heidelberg, Germany. The market runs from Monday, November 27, 2023 and closes on Friday, December 22, 2023. Heidelberger has other Christmas markets, namely, Marktplatz Square Market and Kornmarkt Square Market, that attract 1.5 million visitors to enjoy the festive atmosphere each year.
Leipzig Christmas Market 2023-2024:🎅 Dates, Location, Attractions
Leipzig Christmas Market is an annual traditional holiday market held in Leipzig, Germany. It is one of Germany's oldest and largest Christmas markets, attracting over 2 million visitors each year. The Leipzig Christmas market takes place in several squares around the city, which is the Augustusplatz Square.
Louvain-la-Neuve Christmas Market 2023-2024: 🎅 Dates, Location, Attractions
The Louvain-la-Neuve Christmas Market is a can't-miss part of the holiday season in Belgium since 1985 in the medieval-style pedestrian city center of Louvain-la-Neuve. It attracts over 250,000 visitors annually and runs from November 24th, 2023, through December 20th, 2023, filling the streets and squares with nearly 200 brightly lit wooden chalets.
17 Best Bars in Brussels and their signature Drinks
Brussels offers a diverse selection of bars that cater to different tastes and preferences. Belgian beer is a must-try drink in Brussels, available in various styles…
10 Best Brussels Museums, Art Galleries and Exhibitions
Brussels is a treasure trove of museums that offer diverse and enriching experiences for visitors. These museums showcase a range of subjects, from art and history…
Visiting the European Parliament Museum – Parlamentarium – Brussels
Which European Parliament sights to visit Most people know about the European Quarter in Brussels, but not everyone knows that you can also visit several of…
20 Best things to do in Ardennes: My 4 day itinerary
My 4-day gastronomic journey in the Belgian Ardennes was an experience filled with discovery and indulgence. Day 1 began at The Owl Distillery. Though not a…
An afternoon boat tour on the river Scheldt with Rivertours
Whenever I travel somewhere, I love coming across rivers and canals. Whether it be in cities or nature areas, I think a body of water always…
53 most Famous Belgians: Artists, Chefs and Scientists!
Belgium's most famous people run from Audrey Hepburn and Hergé to Adolphe Sax and Georges Lemaitre. This list of 53 famous Belgians covers the artists, chefs, scientists, inventors and record-breakers the country is known for abroad, with every name's nationality and dates checked.
Tervuren park: Location, History, Attractions and Review!
Tervuren Park is a public park located on the outskirts of Brussels in the town of Tervuren, Belgium. The main attractions of Tervuren Park include the…
5 chocolate workshops and tours in Brussels, Tested and Approved
During our chocolate tour, we visited some of the best chocolatiers and got to taste different chocolates. We also did a chocolate workshop in Brussels during which we first got to make and then got to taste our own chocolate cookies. It was so much fun!
Visiting Hallerbos: The Blue Forest of Belgium
Hallerbos, known as the Blue Forest or Bluebell Forest, is a 552-hectare protected forest located south of Brussels, Belgium. It is composed of beech, oak, and…
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…
Hergé Museum: The Tin Tin Museum Review & Traveler Guide
The Hergé Museum is dedicated to the life and works of cartoonist Georges Remi, better know as Hergé and the creator of character Tintin. Tintin gets a lot of attention, but several rooms are also dedicated to the other works and of Hergé and the people and events that influenced him.
Beringen Belgium: Explore be-Mine and Blueberries
Beringen is a small city of 44,000 inhabitants located in the Belgian province of Limburg. It is 10 kilometers (6 miles) from the Dutch border and…
Gaasbeek castle: History, Traveler’s Guide and Review!
Gaasbeek Castle is located about 10 km from Brussels, but you wouldn't think that when you're walking around on the peaceful, green castle grounds, around the ponds and with the castle as a backdrop. People come here to picnic, let their kids play on the grass and stretch their legs.
15 Top Attractions to visit in Charleroi: Museums, Activities and Travel Guide
Charleroi is a city located in the southern part of Belgium, in the province of Hainaut. Situated on the banks of the River Sambre, Charleroi was…
Guylian Chocolate: History, Products, Facts and Tours
As many of you already know I’m a big chocolate lover. Luckily I live in Belgium. We have amazing chocolate brands over here. One of them…
Waterloo Battlefield: A Travelers Guide, 200+ years after the Battle
The Waterloo Battlefield is located 15 kilometers (9 miles) south of Brussels in Belgium and covers an area of 5 square kilometers (2 square miles). It…
Belgium WW1 battlefields, memorials, and more
2014-2018 marked four years of commemorating the end of the Great War, World War I, now more than 100 years ago. There was an influx of…
Salade Liègeoise, the Belgian potato salad with bacon and egg
There’s a high likelihood that you’ve made a potato salad before – or at least eaten one. You might not, however, have stumbled across this simple…
21 Amazing things to do in Liege: Museums, History and Travel Guide
Liege, a capital city in the Wallonia region of Belgium, is located alongside the Meuse River, in Belgium. Liege has grown to become a hub with…
23 Best things to do in Ostend: Sights, Museums and Travel Guide
Ostend is a coastal city located in the province of West Flanders in Belgium, along the North Sea. Ostend started as a small fishing village in…
10 Cafés in Mechelen for breakfast, brunch or drinks!
Mechelen is a historic city located in the center of Flanders, one of the three regions in Belgium. It lies about halfway between the major port…
22 Best Things to do in Mechelen, Belgium in a weekend!
It might not be as famous as some other Belgian cities, but there are plenty of things to do in Mechelen! This article lists the sights and activities I think you shouldn't miss when visiting the city, based on my own experience. Check it out!
Graffiti in Ghent: Streets, Murals, Neighborhoods and Artists
Ghent is a creative city and street art is part of the city's look. Some of the coolest graffiti in Ghent can be found at the Werregarenstraatje and the Tweebruggenstraat. Check it out!
Ghent Light Festival 2024: Dates, Route and How to Visit
Ghent Light Festival is a free light art festival happening every three years in Ghent, Belgium. It runs for five nights and features light installations by…
20 Best Things to do in Leuven: Attractions, Museums and Festivals
Leuven is a historic university town located about 30 km east of Brussels in Belgium’s Flemish Brabant province. Some of Leuven’s top attractions highlighted in the…
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…
7 Best Leuven Shopping Streets and Markets
Leuven is a historic university city located in the Flemish region of Belgium. With its Gothic architecture, vibrant student population, and lively culinary scene, Leuven offers…
Beguinages in Leuven: Discover the Grand and Small Beguinage
Leuven doesn't have one, but two beguinages. The Small Beguinage is only a street and two alleys big, while the Grand Beguinage of Leuven is a large UNESCO site and a great place to go for a quiet stroll. It's pretty photogenetic too. Have a look!
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.…
Kruidtuin Botanical Garden Leuven: Does is worth a visit?
The Botanical Garden of Leuven, Belgium is the oldest botanical garden in the country, founded by the Catholic University of Leuven in 1735. It's a lovely place to go for a walk or read a book on one of the benches. Have a look.
Park Abbey Leuven: Explore Belgium’s Most Picturesque Abbey
Park abbey is a Norbertine abbey located in Leuven. There's a small museum and guided tours of the abbey grounds are available upon request. We visited the museum and the parochial church and also went for a walk around the large ponds. Come along?
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…
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
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.…
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!
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
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…
This Flemish stew recipe tastes like a warm hug
This flew stew recipe is a warm hug in a bowl. Flemish beef stew is a classic Belgian dish that is sure to put a smile…
Classic chicken vol au vent recipe from mom’s kitchen
Vol au vents are light puff pastry shells filled with yummy ingredients such as chicken, small meatballs, and mushrooms. They’re a typical Belgian food and often…
Easy Dame Blanche Recipe That’ll Make Your Mouth Water
Some of the best desserts are the simplest ones, and Dame Blanche is a sure-fire winner every time. You might recognize it as a variant of…
Try making this delicious Waterzooi recipe from Ghent, Belgium
Is it a stew? Is it a soup? Is it a chowder? It’s waterzooi! This is a beautiful classic Flemish dish that will warm your soul…
The Best Beef Tartare Recipe – My Mom’s
For such a simple recipe that takes next to no time to prepare, steak tartare certainly packs a punch! This is a classic dish with a…
Visiting Belgium in September – What you need to know
The summer sunshine is still sticking around for a few weeks when you visit Belgium in September and temperatures are generally warm and comfortable. This and…
Visiting Belgium in October – Top tips to plan your trip
There are many reasons why autumn is a good time of year to visit Belgium. One of them is the fact that the cities and countryside…
Visiting Belgium in November – What you need to know
By November, the weather in Belgium is starting to get pretty chilly and the days are much shorter. Although this might mean you have to plan…
Visiting Belgium in June – What you should know
Visiting Belgium in June is a great idea. The summer weather’s just getting into its stride, the days are long, and you can very comfortably sip…
Visiting Belgium in July
Visiting Belgium in July can be quite wonderful. It’s the time for outdoor dining, sunny cycle rides, picnics in parks, and exploring shady churches. It’s the…
Visiting Belgium in August? Here’s what you should know
August is peak tourist season in Belgium and it’s not hard to see why. Belgium’s moderate climate means that even in high summer the temperature doesn’t…
10 Belgian bloggers reveal their secret Belgian gems
On my quest to put the lesser-known gems of Belgium in the spotlight, I asked nine other Belgian bloggers to share which places they think deserve a bit more attention. These are their replies. Have a look: do any of these places ring a bell?
Keeping your sh*t together with EagleCreek Pack-It cubes
Eagle Creek Packing cubes are great for traveling. They keep your stuff together, so that it's more compact, and offer an easy way to organize your gear and clothes. They can also serve as dirty laundry bags. But are they practical? Here's my review.
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…
I went to learn Spanish in Seville: a CLIC Sevilla review
When I went to learn Spanish in Seville last month, I knew I would write about it afterward. What I didn’t know, is that I’d have…
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.
3 ways to enjoy local cooking during a home dining experience with locals
Do you love meeting locals and making friends worldwide? Then a home dining experience might be just the thing to book for your next trip. There…
Wise, formerly Transferwise review: cheap international transfers
Sick of paying high fees to transfer money abroad and convert currencies? I've switched to TransferWise because it allows me to convert at a mid-market rate AND lets me receive foreign currencies for free. Click to read my detailed TransferWise review.
How to Make International Calls for Free or Cheap
If both you and your loved ones are within the EU, staying in touch isn’t so expensive thanks to the EU removing roaming costs back in…
15 of the best cafes and restaurants in Cologne, Germany
When I went on a city trip to Cologne, Germany, I was determined to find the coolest coffee bars and food places. Here's a list of 15 foodie hotspots I tested and approved that will leave you drooling for a bite and craving for a sip. Promise :-)
Fun things to do in Münster, Germany in 3 days
You might have heard of Münster cheese, but this German city has a lot more to offer. On a three-day trip, I discovered there are three kinds of Münster catering to visitors of all ages, with all kinds of interests. There's a Green Münster, a Historical Münster and a Modern Münster.
Thule Guidepost review – A great suitcase alternative
I’ve always preferred rolling luggage over big trekking backpacks but there are times at which a backpack is just more practical. This was the case when…
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