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

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

20+ ways to do breakfast and brunch in Gent

Food & drink

by Guest author - 26 August, 202015 December, 2020

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

Image of Drivers licence in Belgum Ghent

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, 202011 October, 2020

This is a picture of a mouth and teeth for the Visiting a dentist in Ghent article

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

The parade at Aalst Carnival, an easy day trip from Ghent

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

by Guest author - 1 January, 202011 October, 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, 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