How to open a bank account in Ghent? Just arrived by Guest author - 16 December, 202026 January, 2021 This post answers questions such as "How do I open a bank account in Ghent?", "What bank should I choose?" and "Where are the ATMs in the centre of Ghent?". We've focused on current accounts for individuals. 1529
Facebook communities for expats in Ghent Just arrived by Guest author - 16 December, 202016 December, 2020 Moving to another country means joining a new community but, as expats, we know that sometimes it can be comforting to get in touch with people from our own country. People who speak our language and share the same background can give us advice, bring us support or simply tell
20+ ways to do breakfast and brunch in Gent Food & drink by Guest author - 26 August, 202026 June, 2022 We are definitely spoiled for choice when it comes to breakfast and brunch places in Gent. Here is a list of places to enjoy a breakfast and brunch in Ghent in the following categories: Just nice Child-friendly Vegan/vegetarian/allergy friendly Affordable Irish breakfast Alternative We’ll also give you a small explanation
Best Spots to drink Coffee and Work Entrepreneurs & freelancers by Guest author - 25 August, 202011 October, 2020 Ghent has a huge selection of coffee bars where you can enjoy a great coffee. But what if you’re looking for a place to work for the day? What if you’re a freelancer in Ghent, but are tired of staring at the same four walls of your home office? Or,
How to find a babysitter in Ghent Families with kids by Guest author - 30 January, 202011 October, 2020 Making the decision to move abroad as an expat, the moving itself and finally the settling in a foreign community can be a daunting experience. Moreover, if you’re an expat with children, having a family to take care of makes it even harder. Eventually you will need a babysitter. Facebook and
How to Exchange your Driver’s Licence Life in Ghent by Guest author - 30 January, 202011 October, 2020 This guide is about how you exchange your current driver's licence to one that is valid to drive with in your new home in Ghent, Belgium. 1773
Visiting a Dentist in Ghent Life in Ghent by Guest author - 30 January, 202021 October, 2021 Learn what you should bring with you for your visit to the dentist, about fees and reimbursements, emergency procedures, and get recommendations for good dentists. 1201
Day Trip to Aalst Day trips by Guest author - 25 January, 202026 September, 2020 A short train ride or car journey from Ghent lies Aalst (Alost in French) – half way to Brussels yet seemingly a world away from Ghent. A day trip to Aalst will take you to its beautiful Grote Markt and charming park. Or time your visit for Aalst's carnival extravaganza
5 Places to Make You Lose Those Winter Blues Exploring Ghent Seasonal by Guest author - 1 January, 202021 October, 2021 Winter. That time of year that brings about profound existential questions like “Why are my feet still cold with three layers of winter socks?”. Yes, it’s definitely here, and there’s little we can do to escape the cold (pun intended), hard truth that the weather in Belgium can inevitably get
New Year traditions and events in Gent Events Seasonal by Guest author - 30 November, 201914 August, 2020 The holiday season can be tricky for expats: this season is filled with traditions and as everyone is eager to relive their happy childhood moments, there is even more scope for misunderstanding than usual. After our introduction to Christmas traditions in Flanders, here is our handy guide to what you
