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Belgium, small but packs a punch. Not known among its fellow Europeans as a destination hub nor among those beyond the continent but look close and you will find some hidden gems. A confusing country with 3 official languages! We're here to help you navigate it and find the best best places in Belgium. 

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Lying on the North Sea coast, Belgium's immediate neighbours are France, Luxembourg, Germany and the Netherlands. The small nation of Belgium might leave you surprised by its rich and gorgeous heritage. It boasts a number of fascinatingly historic cities packed with medieval and Art Nouveau architecture and famous for their long traditions in arts, fashion and fine dining. If you've seen the best of them, the Belgian countryside offers anything from sandy beaches to the densely forested hills and ridges of the Ardennes. Brussels, the country's vibrant capital, is a modern world city with a highly international character. It combines massive postmodern buildings in its European Quarter with impressive historic monuments, such as the World Heritage listed Grand Place, surrounded by guildhouses and the Gothic town hall. There's Laken Castle and the large St. Michael and St. Gudula Cathedral, dedicated to the cities patron saints. The Royal Palace is a more recent but no less grand structure. One of the city's most famous landmarks is the Atomium, a remarkable steel structure and remnant of the 1958 World's Fair.

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Limburg's major cities are the capital Maastricht, as well as Heerlen, and Sittard-Geleen. While in Maastricht you may want to stroll around the Vrijthof, one of the most important squares of the city and have a cup of coffee and some delicious stroopwafels – a delicious Dutch waffle-biscuit with a caramel center. Alternatively, you can walk around the Lichtenberg Castle ruins or visit the flea market at the train station. Wandering around is the perfect way to see the city, and feel its classical vibes.

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Meet Limburg, Flander’s eastern most province, bordered by the Netherlands to the east and Wallonia to the south. This small part of Belgium is off the tourist track with plenty of hidden gems to discover. Wandering around the charming towns, you’ll discover why Limburg is Flander’s friendliest province and also the greenest. With Flanders’ only national park, Hoge Kempen, Limburg is the perfect place to get outside and enjoy the great Belgian outdoors.  There is Flemish culture aplenty and Belgian history from the Roman’s to WWII. 

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A guide to blossom spotting in springtime Haspengouw.

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Belgium Blossom Spotting: How to see Haspengouw this Spring

The Netherlands is known for its canals and windmills for a reason; every sight here looks like something off a postcard. Most tourists gather here to visit its capital Amsterdam to party! But there’s so much more to the Netherlands.

Trees and plants beside a canal in Overijssel, Netherlands

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South Holland serves up the best of the Netherlands. Live the city life in Rotterdam and the Hague or stroll through historic Delft or Leiden. Spend time on Scheveningen’s beaches or wander through nature along sandy dunes. See UNESCO world heritage windmills or head up north and cycle through the flower bulb fields. 

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Experience the Netherland’s most beautiful beaches, clearest sea water and best seafood. Shaped by the impressive Delta Works, the province is made up of small peninsulas and is home to unique nature. It's a hotspot for outdoorsy types, but history buffs shouldn’t miss out on discovering the province's maritime history.

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Home to the country’s historically vibrant capital: Amsterdam, globally known for its picturesque canals, red lights, and liberal thinking. You’ll also find hidden gems along the coastline and traditional Dutch villages highlighting the production of cheese, clogs, and windmills. The buzzing province of North Holland has something for every type of traveler!

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Visit the oldest city in the Netherlands! Nijmegen is just one of the historical and cultural sights just waiting to be discovered in Gelderland. Home to museums and Roman remains, Gelderland is also a great pick for families thanks to Apenheul and the nearby city of Arhem. 


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Three words: skydiving, kayaking and canals. Found in the centre of the Netherlands,  Utrecht province is home to the beautiful Vecht region and the famous Castle de Haar. Utrecht city is worth visiting as the 4th biggest in the country. Discover the province’s unique museums and authentic mills.

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Overijssel is home to Giethoorn, the ‘Venice of the Netherlands’, and its capital Zwolle. Overijssel is the perfect province to visit for a rural trip to the Netherlands. You’ll find cycling and hiking routes galore as De Weerribben-Wieden National Park is nestled into the province. 

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Noord Brabant is a jack of all trades, mixing nature, culture and history. Discover De Biesbosch nature reserve or see where Van Gogh grew up. Wander Eindhoven’s modern streets or discover Den Bosch’s historic monuments. Fun-lovers and foodies will also find themselves at home in this friendly province.

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Explore the great Dutch outdoors this winter

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Best Winter Hikes in the Netherlands

This quirky city with its unique architecture packs a punch. Strongly recommend - if the weather permits - navigating around by bike. 

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