Chilling by the pool

by Nina - 27 August, 202027 August, 2020

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

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

by Nina - 10 April, 202014 August, 2020

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

Sports in Ghent

Sports

by Nina - 2 January, 202011 October, 2020

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

3 Things to do at the Belgian coast in Winter

by Nina - 2 January, 202014 August, 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, 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

Ghent Gyms: How to Find and Join Them

Sports

by Guest author - 14 October, 201929 September, 2020

this picture is of a man doing a situp for the article How to Find and Join a Gym in Ghent of The Square.Gent

Here is our list of the bst Ghent gyms and their websites so that you can find out their latest prices and activities. Also get some money saving tips and gym customs in Belgium and suggestions on what to look out for in the small print when joining a gym.

Study in Gent – Workshops, Courses, Classes and Study Programmes for adults, in English

Students & studying

by Guest author - 20 August, 201915 December, 2020

Feel like studying again? Whether you want to study in Gent to learn a new skill for your hobby, take up a language or get a formal certification to boost your employability, read on. In this guide you can find out all about workshops, courses, classes and study programmes in

Explore Ghent with the UitPAS card

Exploring Ghent

by Nina - 5 April, 20198 April, 2021

It’s always a pleasure to enjoy many of the activities Ghent offers for adults and children: museums, theatre performances, sports, concerts and other exciting events. But did you know that with a special Out-in-Ghent card (UiTPAS) you can save points at each of them, and use the points to get