Destinations
The Gentse Feesten from Brussels
The Gentse Feesten from Brussels via Train Taking a day trip to the Gentse Feesten from Brussels is very straightforward. In fact, we started our trip by taking the Metro directly to the Brussels-Zuid station. We had taken the train to Leuven and Mechelen on the two days prior. While those earlier trains were quite…
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Day Trip to Mechelen Self-Guided Itinerary Mechelen does not get the same instant name recognition as Bruges or Ghent so our day trip to Mechelen was not even on our radar. Sandwiched between Brussels and Antwerp, travelers often drive past it. But, a single day here still offers plenty of medieval gables, Baroque ceilings, and…
Click to Explore and DiscoverHonoring King Harald V, An Encounter with Norway’s Monarch
Honoring King Harald V, a Royal Legacy Encounter on Karl Johans Gate With the news of King Harald V’s passing, a profound sense of grief and immense gratitude sweeps across Norway and all of us who have felt the quiet warmth of his reign. Reflecting back on our time in Oslo last October, stepping out…
Click to Explore and DiscoverLeuven Day Trip from Brussels
Travel Tips to Planning a Leuven Day Trip to One of Belgium’s Beautiful Old University Towns A Leuven day trip from Brussels is one of the easiest half-day escapes in Belgium. It only takes about 30 minutes to trade Brussels’ grand boulevards for Leuven’s cobblestones and Gothic spires, and it’s an easy trip to do…
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Gamla Stan Walking Tour Through Stockholm’s Old Town Our Gamla Stan walking tour will take you through Stockholm’s medieval heart. It is one of Europe’s best-preserved historic centers. However, it is not a quiet museum piece. Instead, this district thrives with life, shops, and grand landmarks. Consequently, visitors encounter colorful 17th-century houses leaning over winding…
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