As one of the ‘Belfries of Belgium and France’, the Belfry of Ghent is a recognised Unesco World Heritage site. The 300 feet (91 meters) high tower was completed in the 14th century. It’s the middle one of the Three Towers of Ghent, located in between the St. Nicholas Church …
Bruges and Ghent count as the historic gem cities of Belgium. Both offer visitors a similar medieval backdrop, enchanting cobbled streets, captivating canal tours, 360° Belfry views and waffles galore. Yet both Belgian cities are very different in character and atmosphere. So, which one should you should visit if you’re …
Planning a trip to France or looking to learn more about the largest country in Europe? Then you’ve come to the right place. France’s rich history and natural diversity make it one of the most popular European countries to visit. While most French landmarks are located in the capital city …
The French Riviera’s peninsula town of St-Tropez has a reputation of being the preferred summertime playground for the jet-set. The former fishing village became a celebrity-magnet after Brigitte Bardot’s appearance in the 60’s movie And God Created Woman (or, in French: Et Dieu… créa la femme). It made St-Trop the place …
We just returned from another trip to the South of France. While we usually visit the stretch of French Riviera between Saint-Tropez and Nice, our childhood playground, we felt like tackling a different area this time. The side west of Saint-Tropez is the lesser-known part of the French Riviera and …
Located on the Atlantic coast of Portugal, just a stone’s throw away from capital Lisbon, you’ll find picture-perfect Cascais. The town’s lively vibe and old-time charm are truly captivating and it’s location is perfect to explore the wider region. With so many exciting things to do in Cascais and beyond, …
Out of all the cities we’ve visited on our latest Portugal itinerary, Lagos really stood out. This historic town in the Western Algarve region has a bustling historic heart that is surrounded by loads of natural beauty. If you’re looking for a picturesque seaside city that offers plenty of opportunities …
The Benagil cave, also known as Algar de Benagil or the Benagil Cathedral, is the most popular cave along the stunning Algarve coastline in Portugal. The reason why it has become so well-liked, is its particular rock formation which lets the light flood in via an opening in the ceiling …
Portugal is by far our favorite beach destination in Europe. We’ve visited this stunning country on several occasions and actually just returned from our most recent trip. And again, we’ve been blown away by the many natural delights we’ve encountered. This collection of best beaches in Portugal is entirely based …
If you want to to explore all the exciting highlights that the capital of Belgian has to offer, then it’s recommended to spend more than one day in Brussels. But why stop there when there’s so much more to see in Belgium and beyond? Here’s my personal selection of day …
