The first thing I do when I visit anywhere new is seek out the highest building, be it TV tower […]
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The famous shoe bar of Ghent
I’ve been to more bars than is healthy, and seen many strange drinking traditions, but I’m sure there can be […]
P&O minicruise to Bruges
Regular readers will know by now that the Belgian city of Bruges is fantastic for weekend breaks and day-trips. But […]
The day-trippers’ guide to Bruges
If you like your culture, sightseeing, beer and chocolate, Bruges is the place to go. And not only is it […]
The ‘In Bruges’ walking tour
I can’t remember the last time I read a blog about Bruges that didn’t mention the black comedy ‘In Bruges’. […]
Bruges: Belgian Fries and the Frietmuseum
Belgium may be famous for its beer, chocolate and waffles, but it was another Belgian stereotype I went in search […]
Is Bruges too busy?
Bruges – quaint cobbled streets, cosy canal-side bars and the epitome of romance? Or an overpriced, overcrowded city full of […]
Best 3 bars in Bruges
Bruges is a city of superlatives – the best preserved medieval old town, the most gorgeous gothic architecture, the most […]
The number one beer this winter: Glühkriek
How many times have you bought a polystyrene cup of mulled wine (or Glühwein) to warm yourself up, tasted it, […]
Top ten city-breaks in Europe
Being widely known as a man of culture, I am often asked which is the best city in Europe. So […]
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