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Hidden Belgium
An insider's guide to Belgium's hidden gems and lesser-known spotsWritten by a true local, filled with independent advice, based on thorough research and the author's personal opinionsAn inspirational and practical guide to the country's most interesting places, buildings, restaurants, shops, museums, galleries, neighborhoods, gardens and cafesA recently updated edition in Luster's successful and attractive 'Hidden' series of regional and country guidesThis revised and updated guide is journalist Derek Blyth's personal ode to the most beautiful and intriguing spots in what he calls "the world's strangest country". He shares hundreds of places to go, things to do and interesting facts, presen...
Hidden Secrets of Belgium
- One if the first titles in the new Hidden Secrets series - countries and regions- Follows on from the phenomenally successful 500 Hidden Secrets series which focuses on cities around the worldJournalist Derek Blyth was born in the U.K. but has lived in Belgium for more than 25 years. He has written countless articles about Belgian cities (for example as editor-in-chief of The Bulletin) and books like Flemish Cities Explored. He is the author of The 500 Hidden Secrets of Brussels, Antwerp, Ghent, and Flanders Fields and the Belgian Coast. This brand new guide is his personal ode to the most beautiful and intriguing spots in what he calls 'the world's strangest country'. He shares secrets such as: - 3 weird rocky outcrops - the 3 most dreamy castles to visit - 4 places to see eccentric art - the 6 most bizarre buildings - 5 adventurous Ardennes hikes... and much more.
The 500 Hidden Secrets of Brussels
* A practical guide to discovering Brussels' finest places, buildings, restaurant, shops, museums, neighborhoods, parks, hotels and cafés* Revised and updated edition"If you really want to get under the skin of a city, the 500 Hidden Secrets series, which covers a number of cities from Havana to Ghent, all written by people who know the cities inside out, is ideal. It's an innovative and refreshing take on the traditional travel guide." - The Independent The 500 Hidden Secrets of Brussels is a guide to the Brussels that no one knows. It takes you to undiscovered art museums, forgotten squares and secret shops. The aim is to challenge the idea that Brussels is a boring city and to uncover th...
100 Belgian Icons
- 100 insightful and fun-to-read texts by Belgium connoisseur and fan Derek Blyth about iconic Belgian traditions, places, artists, oddities, buildings, sayings, and more In his new book journalist Derek Blyth presents 100 Belgian 'icons' that have shaped what he calls 'the strangest country in the world': people, objects, places and stories that are intertwined with Belgium's history and make it the country it is today. The insightful, fun-to-read texts are divided into lists with specific themes: traditions, places, artists, oddities, sayings, architecture, etc. Each list holds famous icons like the saxophone but also some surprises like Churchill's V-sign.
Live & Work in Brussels
This book is a complete guide to daily life in Brussels, from finding a home to finding work or even setting up a business from scratch. Live & Work in Brussels is illustrated with first-hand accounts from people living in Britain and is full colour, with numerous maps and photographs throughout. Set out to be easily accessible, each chapter guides you through the practicalities of a move to Brussels, from setting up home to finding a job . In particular, it gives advice on renting accommodation, opening the right bank account, finding your ideal home, obtaining a competitive mortgage and making the most of your leisure time. There is also easy access to urgent information such as emergency phone numbers, laws and regulations and healthcare advice. The employment section of the book covers vital information, such as information on business etiquette, the skills and trades most in demand, permanent, seasonal and temporary work, salaries, working hours and holidays, trade unions and contracts, starting or buying your own business and sources of advice and assistance.
The 500 Hidden Secrets of Flanders Fields and the Belgian Coast
Many people are planning to visit Ypres and Flanders Fields for the 100th anniversary of the First World War. The aim of this guide is to take them beyond the obvious sights to discover the secret places they might otherwise miss. Now is the perfect moment to visit this region, since many of the war sites have been improved and upgraded for the 100th anniversary of the war and several major events are planned. A visit to Ypres and Flanders Fields is now more rich, informative and inspiring. The book doesn't mention every battle or military detail. There are already more than enough guides to the battlefields of the First World War. This book goes one step further and includes places that are...
The 500 Hidden Secrets of Antwerp
- This book reveals the 500 most fascinating places in Antwerp, along with extra details that no one knows - Affectionate guide, written by a local journalist who knows the city intimately - Essential for visitors who want to avoid the usual tourist spots, and for residents who are keen to track down the city's best-kept secrets - Revised and updated edition With its perfectly preserved medieval buildings and ancient cobblestone streets, Antwerp might seem content to rest on historic laurels. In fact, Belgium's second-largest city is a vibrant, cosmopolitan place where avant-garde fashion, cutting-edge architecture and progressive cuisine flourish. - New York Post A revised edition in the fa...
Flemish Cities Explored
Extensively revised and updated based on the author's frequent visits, "Flemish Cities Explored" features sights, museums, medieval towns, and art nouveau extravaganza. Includes lodging and restaurants in a range of price and style. 50 photos, 16 color illustrations, maps.
Amsterdam Explored
Amsterdam Exploredguides the visitor on nine walks that cover everything of interest from world-famous art galleries and national museums to secret almshouses and specialized shops. Each of the walks is accompanied by a detailed map and illustrated with paintings and historic maps—more than 80 in all—from collections around the world. For those with more time to spare, the author includes two cycling tours and a guide to suburban architecture. Comprehensive restaurant and hotel information is given in an appendix, together with a bibliography and full index.
Brussels for Pleasure
For all its importance historically and politically, not to mention gastronomically, Brussels remains one of the least known cities in Europe. Yet it has some of the most visually arresting sights anywhere on the continent. Derek Blyth has lived in Brussels for many years, and he guides the visitor to its secret and surprising places as well as to its spectacular monuments and museums. Several city walks, illustrated with photos and art, explore the center of Brussels, while further chapters take the reader to the forests and villages on the city’s outskirts. Detailed traveler’s information includes a connoisseur’s guide to restaurants, some of the finest in Europe, as well as extensive reviews of hotels.
