Archive for 'Belgium' Category

Europe by Eurostar

By Holly - Last updated: Thursday, July 14, 2011

It was once a trip for the elite or a very special occasion for the mid-range Paris holiday-maker. Now the Eurostar, with its year-round deals, is becoming a popular gateway to Belgium and other French favourites as well as the capital. Paris A weekend in Paris couldn’t be easier with the high speed train. Departing [...]

Rock Werchter Belgium

By Holly - Last updated: Friday, June 10, 2011

Held in a village in Belgium and one of the five biggest rock festivals in Europe, Rock Werchter is held in June or July of each year. The four day music event can see up to 113,000 festival-goers enter its gates and past acts have included global legends; Chemical Brothers, The Cure, Bob Dylan, Muse [...]

Hen weekend Bruges

By julien - Last updated: Tuesday, April 12, 2011

A stag weekend may be a rite of passage for grooms, but there’s no reason why they should have all the fun. If you’re planning a hen weekend then Bruges could be the ideal choice. This beautiful city may seem quiet at times but there are plenty of bars to entertain you after dark and [...]

Brussels weekend break

By julien - Last updated: Tuesday, April 12, 2011

Brussels is a wonderful city and an ideal choice for a city break in Belgium. You could spend the weekend sampling chocolate and exploring the Parc du Cinquantenaire-Jubelpark, from which there are good views of the city. If you need another reason to visit the chambers of power and museums of Brussels then Ebookers can [...]

Flight Bruges

By julien - Last updated: Tuesday, April 12, 2011

You’ve consulted your map of Europe and have decided that you quite like the idea of a holiday in Belgium, now all you need to do is work out where exactly to go. Consider a flight to Bruges, a beautiful city which is easily accessible from the UK, making it the perfect destination for a [...]

Bloom hotel Brussels

By julien - Last updated: Sunday, April 10, 2011

For a taste of a modern European city with plenty to offer its visitors and within easy reach of home, Brussels is a great location for a weekend city break in Belgium. Take in sites such as the legendary Manneken Pis and the historical city centre before enjoying the city’s vibrant social scene. Ebookers have [...]

Long weekend Bruges

By julien - Last updated: Sunday, April 10, 2011

With bank holiday season almost upon us, you’re keen to take advantage of the extra days off by enjoying a short break on the continent. The city break options are almost endless but you’ve finally settled on a long weekend in Bruges. All that’s left to do now is find yourself the best deal possible [...]

Cheap Bruges hotels

By julien - Last updated: Thursday, March 31, 2011

Looking for a bargain in Bruges? Look no further – there’s plenty of cheap hotels with fantastic rates just waiting for you to explore. Bruges might not be a place you’d associate with a bargain, but you’ll be surprised with how far your budget can stretch, no matter what its size. Take your pick of [...]

Brussels hotels cheap

By julien - Last updated: Thursday, March 31, 2011

You’ve chosen the cosmopolitan culture of Brussels, but you have a budget to stick to. What do you do? Find a quality hotel which is cheap enough to leave you with spare spending money! Whether you choose a hotel near the picturesque medieval streets or the spacious parks and cosy cafés, there’s always a bargain [...]

Brussels hotels near Eurostar

By julien - Last updated: Wednesday, March 30, 2011

Hop on the Eurostar at London St Pancras and you’ll find yourself in Belgium’s capital in no time whatsoever.  As your train will arrive in Brussels city centre, the great value hotels near the Eurostar terminal will make a fantastic and convenient base for your exploration of the city.  The city has a rich cultural [...]