Chilling by the pool Seasonal Sports by Nina - 27 August, 202021 October, 2021 It's summer time! While many escape to the south to relax by the sea (after travelling at a snail's pace on the Autoroute de Soleil with the rest of Belgium), you can enjoy that beach feeling at several outdoor swimming places in and around Ghent. Read on for where to
Sky Over Ghent From Armand Pien Observatory Exploring Ghent by Nina - 15 July, 202021 October, 2021 Have you ever wished you could climb up one of the towers of Ghent at night and get closer to the starry skies from an observatory? It turns out, you can. On top of the Blandijnberg, in the Plateau-building of the University of Ghent, lies a hidden treasure: a fully-equipped 19th
Things to Do with Kids in Ghent (Part 1) Families with kids by Rebecca Bramlett - 1 July, 202011 October, 2020 “Things to Do in with Kids in Ghent” is a series of three articles. Part 1 includes information on sports and recreation, as well as meeting other families. In Part 2 we discuss museums and the Arts. And in Part 3 we share ways to explore the city, visit historical
3 scenic riverside cycling routes Seasonal Sports by Nina - 10 April, 202018 August, 2021 You’ve bought a bike and with the help of our article on cycling in Ghent, you are now a skilled city cyclist. You are ready to explore the world beyond urban cobblestones. Ghent is a city of rivers and so it is no wonder that wherever you go outside of
Adopting and Volunteering with Pets in Gent – All About Dierenasiel Gent Life in Ghent by Rebecca Bramlett - 11 February, 202022 February, 2021 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
Sports in Ghent Sports by Nina - 2 January, 202021 October, 2021 When you think of Belgium and sport, you may only be able to come up with cycling. Well, you wouldn't be wrong. Professioanl cycling, or 'wielrennen' is Belgium's top sport. But sport isn't just for the pro's. In fact, doing sport in Ghent is a great way to not only
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
Halloween in Ghent Events Seasonal by Guest author - 13 October, 201921 September, 2020 Halloween. Most people consider it just another commercialized holiday that has spread from America. In fact, it has a long history with its roots likely in Ireland. Halloween is slowly catching on in Belgium and there are now events and activities to celebrate Halloween in Ghent. You will find that
Horseback shrimp fishing at Koksijde Day trips Seasonal by Nina - 16 June, 201914 August, 2020 If you are familiar with the Lithuanian expression 'as calm as a Belgian' and have ever wondered how that would look like, you can see it live at an unusual coastal heritage event - shrimp fishing from a horseback. This traditional type of coastal fishing is said to be the
