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  • Global Destinations
  • BRU, Brussles Belgium
  • DEL, Delhi, India
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  • TLV, Tel-Aviv, Israel
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  • ANC - Anchorage, Alaska
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BRU, Brussels, Belgium

Good To Know...

  • The currency in Belgium is the Euro. Go to www.xe.com to find the current exchange rate. Local currency can be purchased at most hotels or at designated money exchange locations. Many ATMs will accept the United States cards (Mastercard, visa, etc) in order to withdraw cash. Fees will apply. 


  • The 3 main spoken languages are Dutch, English and French.  


  • Downtown Brussels is about 20 minutes drive from the airport.  


  • The most common method to communicate with the locals is via WhatsApp (requires Wi Fi). 


  • Uber drivers are not available but you can order a taxi via the Uber app. Taxis, buses and trains are also available. Trams and trains are available in town and a train station is just 20 minutes walk from the hotel (ZUID).


  • Electricity is 220 volts and require an adapter if using a device from the U.S.  

Point of Origin: The NHOW Bloom Hotel, Brussels

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LOCAL SITES

STREET FOOD & DINING

LOCAL SITES

DAY TRIPS

STREET FOOD & DINING

LOCAL SITES

STREET FOOD & DINING

STREET FOOD & DINING

STREET FOOD & DINING

NIGHTLIFE & BARS

ACTIVITIES (art, tours, classes)

STREET FOOD & DINING

ACTIVITIES (art, tours, classes)

ACTIVITIES (art, tours, classes)

ACTIVITIES (art, tours, classes)

LOCAL SITES

Grand Place 🦶 = 20 min

Grand Place 🦶 = 20 min

Grand Place 🦶 = 20 min

 The Grand-Place is the most important tourist destination and most memorable landmark in Brussels. It is also considered one of the world's most beautiful squares and has been a UNESCO World Heritage Site since 1998. The square frequently hosts festive and cultural events. In August - check the dates for the world famous Flower Carpet event.  In December, the Christmas Market is centered here featuring a live nativity and giant Christmas tree.  

https://whc.unesco.org/en/list/857/

Horta Museum 🦶 = 50 min

Grand Place 🦶 = 20 min

Grand Place 🦶 = 20 min

 This Unesco World Heritage classified mansion, together with Hotel Tassel, Hotel van Eetvelde and Mansion & Atelier Horta, represent some of the most remarkable Art Nouveau works of architecture in the world.  Closed on Monday

 https://www.hortamuseum.be/en/Welcome 

Atomium 🚅= 1 hour

Grand Place 🦶 = 20 min

Atomium 🚅= 1 hour

  The building was designed and built for the World's Fair (1958), and has become the symbol of Brussels. It currently hosts a restaurant and several historical exhibits open to the public.  Yes! you can actually go IN it.  

 https://www.atomium.be/home/Indexme 

DAY TRIPS

Bruges 🚅= 1.5 hours

Bruges 🚅= 1.5 hours

Bruges 🚅= 1.5 hours

 Medieval town just west to Brussels. 1 hour direct train ride departing ZUID station. Breathtaking sites. 

Visit the Basilica of the Holy Blood, The Church of Our Lady displaying Madonna and Child by Michelangelo.  Also stop by Burg Square full of gothic architecture and waffles :-)

https://www.eurotunnel.com/uk/holiday-ideas/bruges-in-winter/

Ghent 🚅 = 1 hour

Bruges 🚅= 1.5 hours

Bruges 🚅= 1.5 hours

An amazingly well-preserved medieval city. 1.5 hours direct train ride departing ZUID station. 

Make sure to visit the Sanit Bavo Cathedral which houses the world-famous Ghent Altarpiece. 

https://www.eurotunnel.com/uk/holiday-ideas/ghent/

 

STREET FOOD & DINING

Leonidas Chocolate 🦶 = 20 min

Los Churros & Waffle 🦶 = 20 min

Los Churros & Waffle 🦶 = 20 min

 Local Belgium chocolate. World of fun and delicious treats. Tasty chocolate balls and boxes of edible pencils, or as milk chocolate and marshmallow teddy bears.  

https://www.leonidas.com/en

Los Churros & Waffle 🦶 = 20 min

Los Churros & Waffle 🦶 = 20 min

Los Churros & Waffle 🦶 = 20 min

   

National Obsession food. The Quintessential Belgian Waffle. This is a guaranteed winner but many shops and trucks can be found all over Brussels, have fun trying them all!

Friterie Tabora 🦶 = 20 min

Los Churros & Waffle 🦶 = 20 min

Friterie Tabora 🦶 = 20 min

   The second National Obsession food, Frites. Fries & sauces are dished up in this popular, compact kitchen with a laid-back vibe. Again, try them all. Leave the ketchup and try one of the many flavors of Mayonnaise offered to be a real local.  

NIGHTLIFE & BARS

Delirium Cafe 🦶 = 20 min

Au Bon Vieux Temps 🦶 = 20 min

Au Bon Vieux Temps 🦶 = 20 min

Local bar presented in the Guinness Book of Records. This 'Pink Elephant' bar is a must visit spot for all beer lovers. 

https://www.deliriumcafe.us/

Au Bon Vieux Temps 🦶 = 20 min

Au Bon Vieux Temps 🦶 = 20 min

Au Bon Vieux Temps 🦶 = 20 min

A hip restaurant-bar-lounge. Serves fresh, local meat, fish and vegetables, alongside homemade cocktails, cool beer and some of the city's best selectors spinning vinyl every night.

ACTIVITIES (art, tours, classes)

Brussels 3-Hour Guided Art Nouveau Tour 🦶= 20 minutes to starting point

Brussels 3-Hour Guided Art Nouveau Tour 🦶= 20 minutes to starting point

Brussels 3-Hour Guided Art Nouveau Tour 🦶= 20 minutes to starting point

Walking tour that hits all the highlights of the city's art Nouveau architecture

https://www.getyourguide.com/brussels-l8/art-nouveau-brussels-tour-t64900/

Waffle Workshop 🦶 = 20 minutes

Brussels 3-Hour Guided Art Nouveau Tour 🦶= 20 minutes to starting point

Brussels 3-Hour Guided Art Nouveau Tour 🦶= 20 minutes to starting point

Starts at the Grand Place

Wanna learn how to make waffles and not just eat them?! 

Well this is the class for you and only takes 90 minutes.

https://www.waffleworkshop.com/

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