Adopting and Volunteering with Pets in Gent – All About Dierenasiel Gent

by Rebecca Bramlett - 11 February, 202013 February, 2020

We are all expats in Gent for different reasons and under different circumstances. Some of us may have family with us, including pets, while some of us may not have been able to bring pets, or may not be allowed to have pets where we live. Whether you are looking for

Winter Sports in Ghent

by Nina - 2 January, 20203 January, 2020

If you are coming from a country with a strong tradition in winter sports, the winter time in Belgium might seem like the most boring four months of the year. With no mountains in sight and rare snowfall, you could end up getting depressed while staring at the constantly grey

3 Things to do at the Belgian coast in Winter

by Nina - 2 January, 20203 January, 2020

The dark and cold months of winter are here and while you might be tempted to stay at home under a thick blanket with your favourite Netflix series, the world outside still has something to offer. The Belgian coast is probably not your first idea of a thrilling winter-time escape,

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

Guide to yoga classes in Ghent

by Dena Mehalakes - 15 December, 2019

There are lots of great reasons for doing yoga. It can increase your flexibility, relieve stress, build muscle tone, improve sleep and help you to make that mind body connection. Whatever your objectives are, there are a wide range of classes to suit your particular goals here in Ghent. Whether

New Year traditions and events in Gent

by Guest author - 30 November, 20191 December, 2019

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, 201925 November, 2019

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, 201911 November, 2019

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

The Many Lights of Christmas

by Nina - 7 November, 201911 November, 2019

The Many Lights of Christmas Updated for 2019! On Friday, 6th December 2019, the most wonderful time of the year starts in Ghent officially: the time of the year when twinkling decorative lights bring some respite from the incessant darkness and the sound of Jingle Bells on loop in shops threatens to

25+ ways to do breakfast and brunch in Gent

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by Guest author - 29 October, 201911 November, 2019

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