Wednesday, April 02, 2008

Luxurious luxury hotel Antwerp

Antwerp has long been a prominent city in the nations of the Benelux both politically and culturally. Situated on the right bank of the river Scheldt which is linked to the North Sea by the Westerschelde Antwerp is a dynamic place to be in. Antwerp port is a powerful largest seaport one of the largest in Europe has a high level of status and is the largest after Rotterdam. The port displays high level of cargo shipping and oil refineries traffic. Here there are many Jewish families that have traditionally controlled the rich Antwerp’s global centre of the diamond trading industry, although the last two decades have seen Indian and Armenian traders become exceedingly important. For accommodation purpose there is luxury hotel Antwerp that is hospitable and warm. I happen to stay in one of the finest luxury hotel Antwerp the experience was quite enchanting and wonderful. Starting from my check in, till the time I stayed in the hotel I was extremely spoilt till the last nail of my toes. The enjoyment was quite enormous.

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Monday, January 07, 2008

Hospitable and warm hotels in Belgium

I visited Belgium last month and the experience was quite excellent, the best part is that I got to feel the soul of Belgium by visiting fine places and talking to fine people of the country. Belgian culture and life is situated core on the community and a variety of barriers. The cultural sphere is less pronounced. There are no bilingual universities except the royal military academy, no common media and communication and no scientific organization and no single large cultural or scientific organization in which both main communities are represented. Despite its divisions the region corresponding to today's Belgium has seen the flourishing of major artistic movements that have had tremendous influence on European art and culture. The art form of Belgian is world famous. I saw Vienna's Kunsthistorisches Museum. Belgium contributions to painting and architecture have been very elaborate. The Mosan art, the Early Netherlands, the Flemish Renaissance and Baroque painting and major examples of Romanesque, Gothic, Renaissance and Baroque architecture are milestones in the history of art. For accommodation purpose there are hospitable warm hotels in Belgium.

Friday, January 04, 2008

Amazing Antwerp Cheap hotel

I visited Antwerp during my trip to Belgium and I was mesmerized by the aura of this wonderful city. The fashion at Belgium is cult and very up to date. Since the city plays host to international institute of fine arts. Many international designers are famous and have shined after passing out from the international institute.
Antwerp was famous for an artistic reputation in the 17th century, based on its school of painting, which included Rubens, Van Dyck, Jordaens, the two Teniers and many others. Informally, most Antverpians (in Dutch Antwerpenaren, people from Antwerp) daily speak Antverpian. The place is home to Jewish people after the holocaust, they control the rich diamond trading industry .Belgium are not at all bilingual its educational institutes are all of single language. In spite of this royal military academy are all bilingual. Antwerp cheap hotel for accommodation point of view are very economical and talking about my stay I maximize cherish each and every second of my stay.
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Sunday, December 23, 2007

State of the art Brussels budget hotels

Belgium’s national capital is the capital of European Union. A state of the art city studded with all the modern amenities is a place to reckon with. There are many attractions with the tourists point of view some of them are Grand Place-Grote Market the tower is surrounded by a range of beautiful 300 year old buildings. At night sound and light show is played with the buildings acting as a canvas.There are mouth watering delicacies here for example Gauffre Liegoise Luikse wafel, it is made up of Belgian waffle with caramelized sugar.The best ones are available from the little shops off the north east corner of the Grand Place – Grote Market. Manneken Pis a bronze statue of a child symbolizes the very spirit of Brussels. Belgians have created many outfits for this statue. I visited Brussels last year and found it a beautiful place, for accommodation there are many hotels to stay for instance economical cheap Brussels hotels, luxurious Brussels hotels, state of the art Brussels budget hotels and variety of motels.

Monday, January 01, 2007

Brussels 52nd Antique Fair

Antiques Fair in Brussels is a treasure trove of Oceanic art, Tribal art, Oriental art, silver, antique jewellery, furniture and works of art from the middle Ages to the 20th century. It is the largest antiques fair in Belgium and is a must for art lovers. The event will kick out on January 19 and will reign through January 28, 2007.

The Royal Chamber of Belgian Antiques will organize this annual event. It will take place in the large halls of the mail sorting station of ‘Tour & Taxis,’ a historical building and a wonderful example of Belgian industrial heritage, located along the Willebroek canal.

Every year, the event pulls crowd and dealers from different corners of the world. The 130 participants represent different countries such as Belgium, Germany, Spain, France, England, Italy, Luxemburg, Monaco, The Netherlands and Switzerland. Top dealers display their wares in the newly-regenerated Tour & Taxis district of Brussels. This year, the newcomers such as La Galerie Darga & Lansberg, Fabery de Jonge, Galerie Française, Janssens van der Maelen, Leysen, Vrain, Papott, Rooryck, Nelis, La Pipe, Bastien Art and Blue Elephant are also invited.

The sumptuous exposition showcases antiques ranging from weaponry to African and Oriental art, silverware, jewellery, furniture, ceramics, chinaware, porcelain, engravings, drawings, paintings, sculptures, carpets, tapestries and books. Experts including museum curators and scientists ensure quality and authenticity of the rigorous collection of the art.

So, if you’ve an eye for exquisite and distinguished art, Brussels is the right place and January 19 to January 28 is the right time for you to have a look at some of the most awaited event of your type. Accommodation hardly matters to the art buffs as there are some very economical hotels available for backpackers such as Queen Anne, Vendome and Catalonia Forum Art.

Wednesday, December 27, 2006

Mini Europe in Brussels

Mini Europe is a popular family destination in Brussels. Located in the Heysel area of northern Brussels – Bruparck, Mini Europe houses over 300 doll-sized versions of the most famous European monuments including the Eiffel Tower and Acropolis. This classy village reproduces the distinctive cities and sites of Europe to a distance that can be comfortably walked in an hour or so.

Mini Europe has drawn over three million visitors since its opening. Here, you will fell overwhelmed by the world around you. You may stroll past the Eiffel Tower and Big Ben; keep an eye on the gondolas go sailing by in Venice and the drama of the dismantling of the Berlin Wall unfolding. Also found in Bruparck are a variety of themed restaurants, economical Brussels hotels and IMEX movie theater playing movies in English as well and Oceade, a tropically heated water park.

Mini Europe also incorporates the European Space of interactive multimedia games for children and a European Union information office. Although open daily, the park closes each year from January to March as new cities and monuments are put onto the mini map. It’s an ideal venue for your New Year Celebration with your family and friends.

Monday, December 18, 2006

What to do in Brussels

Brussels, the capital city of Belgium, is one of the most underrated of Western Europe's capitals, due to lack of travel information about the country. The capital is the seat of the European Union and the Nato. Belgium is world known for its high quality chocolates and 400 different kinds of beer. It encompasses all that and a heritage that dots its skyline in the shape of beautiful architectural masterpieces. There is much more than that.

Just have a look what are the things you opt to do during your Brussels stay:

Ice skating

The city becomes a hub of skating in the winter. You can head to Marché aux Poissons near the Grand Place to experience one of the world's most picturesque ice skating rinks, set up for just a few weeks in December.

Golf

Among the many golf courses in and around Brussels, the 18-hole Royal Amicale Golf Club is a standout.

Cross-country

The hilly Ardennes in southeastern Belgium are the country's winter playground. Cross-country skiing is the main attraction.

Swimming

Brussels offers a dozen public pools for water nymphs and visitors who have overindulged in fine chocolate and need to lose a few kilos.

Indoor games

Fancy a game of tennis in Kim or Justine's home country? There are a range of indoor activities available in town, and not just for the pros, from gyms to courts set aside for squash and tennis.

Chess

If you are feeling more cerebral, you can head to Le Greenwich, an old world cafe known for its no-holds-barred chess tournaments.

Cycling

Cycling in Brussels is not for the faint-hearted, although there are some bike lanes around.

Jogging

There are excellent jogging routes through beautiful greenways such as Parc de Bruxelles and Parc du Cinquantenaire.

If you don’t feel like missing these activities, start packing now, coz you may find yourself in the queue wondering for the similar actions. Try and feel more comfortable after booking your hotel room in Brussels.