Facebook communities for expats in Ghent

Leisure

by Guest author - 13 April, 202013 April, 2020

Image of heart filled with country flags - for international facebook groups in Ghent and Belgium

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

How to find a babysitter in Ghent

by Guest author - 30 January, 202017 April, 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

Getting started

by Guest author - 30 January, 202016 April, 2020

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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

Getting started

by Guest author - 30 January, 202013 April, 2020

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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 Trips from Gent: Aalst

by Guest author - 25 January, 202013 April, 2020

A short train ride or car journey from Gent lies Aalst (Alost in French) – half way to Brussels yet seemingly a world away from Gent, perfect for a day trip. That the city is unknown to many Gentenaars is baffling to this writer, given its beautiful Grote Markt, charming

5 Places to Make You Lose Those Winter Blues

by Guest author - 1 January, 20202 January, 2020

Botanical Gardens, Ghent © Mirna Pavlovic

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

by Guest author - 30 November, 201910 April, 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

6 Spots to drink Coffee and Work

by Guest author - 12 November, 20191 July, 2020

Ghent has a huge selection of choices when it comes to cosy places to enjoy a great coffee. But what if you’re looking for a place to work for the day? What if you’re an independent, but are tired of staring at the same four walls of your home office?

Celebrating the Christmas Season in Belgium

by Guest author - 11 November, 201910 April, 2020

Saint Nick is on his way …. Christmas is such an exciting time of year! The magic and suspense can really keep children on their toes. Will Santa reward them for good behaviour? Or maybe you have an entirely different custom in your home ... welcome to Belgium, where things are

25+ ways to do breakfast and brunch in Gent

Leisure

by Guest author - 29 October, 20199 April, 2020

We are definitely spoiled for choice when it comes to breakfast and brunch places in Gent. Here you get 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