Exploring Belgium beyond the typical tourist spots, this alternative guidebook reveals over 300 unique and intriguing locations. It invites readers to discover inspiring artists' houses, enigmatic monuments, and other hidden gems that spark curiosity and engage the senses. Each site comes with its own captivating story, showcasing Belgium's rich cultural tapestry and inviting visitors to experience the country's lesser-known wonders.
Die spannendsten Seiten einer Stadt kennen meist nur die Locals. Deshalb zeigt Ihnen Derek Blyth, der seit über 20 Jahren in Belgien lebt, seine Insider-Tipps: 500 außergewöhnliche Orte, stylische Cafés und versteckte Galerien, charmante Läden, extravagante Restaurants oder perfekte Spots für die Familie, die sie so in keinem Reiseführer finden. Übersichtlich gegliedert in kommentierten Best-Of-Listen mit Karten, Adressen und Fotos von Geheimtipps, die einfach Lust auf mehr machen.
This guide reveals the lesser-known aspects of Brussels, showcasing undiscovered art museums, hidden squares, and secret shops. It aims to challenge the perception of Brussels as a dull city by highlighting its unique charm. Unlike typical tourist guides, this book focuses on the author's personal recommendations, featuring the top five places to eat frites, must-visit small museums, and the best record shops. Readers are introduced to unexpected locations, such as a cafeteria atop the national library, a metro station adorned with Tintin characters, and a cozy art cinema with just 20 seats. While not every suggestion needs to be followed, readers are encouraged to experience at least one of the five best bars, indulge in a meal at one of the top fish restaurants, and visit a small cinema. By doing so, they will uncover a side of Brussels that remains largely unknown. The guide is thematically organized, offering a comprehensive selection of 60 dining spots, 45 drinking venues, 50 shopping destinations, 20 fashion outlets, 40 architectural marvels, 40 cultural experiences, 25 child-friendly activities, and 60 engaging activities. This practical approach ensures that every visitor can find captivating experiences in the city.
The second book in the fabulous 500 Hidden Secrets series Affectionate guide, written by a local journalist who knows the city intimately.Discover the city's best-kept secrets, with this practical guide to Antwerp's' finest places. A practical guide to discover Antwerp's finest buildings, restaurants, shops, museums, neighborhoods, parks, hotels, cafes, art, architecture and people. This fantastic guide will tell you the best places to go for good food, be it lunch, a cheap meal or fine dining as well where to get the best coffee, the best cocktails and the coolest cafes. It will direct you to the best shops, kid's stores, markets, boutiques and tell you where to buy the latest fashions, accessories, shoes and designer wear. The architecture of Antwerp is not forgotten as the book guides you to the most beautiful buildings, historical landmarks and parks. The 500 Hidden Secrets of Antwerp are listed thematically: food, drinks, shops, fashion, architecture, art, things to do with children, activities among others."
- 100 insightful and fun-to-read texts by Belgium connoisseur and fan Derek Blyth about iconic Belgian traditions, places, artists, oddities, buildings, sayings, and more In his new book journalist Derek Blyth presents 100 Belgian 'icons' that have shaped what he calls 'the strangest country in the world': people, objects, places and stories that are intertwined with Belgium's history and make it the country it is today. The insightful, fun-to-read texts are divided into lists with specific themes: traditions, places, artists, oddities, sayings, architecture, etc. Each list holds famous icons like the saxophone but also some surprises like Churchill's V-sign.
A practical guide to discovering Ghent's finest places, buildings, restaurant, shops, museums, neighbourhoods, parks, hotels and cafes.
This book offers a practical guide to Brussels' finest places, covering all bases to ensure no visitor to the city is ever anything short of captivated. The 'secrets' are listed thematically and include 60 places for good food, 45 places for a drink, 50 places to shop, 20 places for fashion, 40 buildings to admire, 40 places to discover the world, 25 things to do with children and 60 activities. AUTHOR: Derek Blyth is a Scottish writer who has lived in Brussels for the past 21 years. Editor-in-chief of the Brussels news magazine The Bulletin until 2010, he has published several books on the Low Countries, including Flemish Cities Explored and Brussels for Pleasure. As well as working as a writer and translator, he gives guided tours of literary Brussels and organises regular cultural events. SELLING POINTS: A practical guide to discovering Brussels' finest places, buildings, restaurant, shops, museums, neighbourhoods, parks, hotels and cafes 60 colour illustrations
A practical and inspirational insider's guide to Munich and its hidden secrets and addresses.
