Hungry in Brussels?

Whether you feel like eating a traditional moules-frites, Asian food, a waffle or in an all-you-can-eat restaurant, here is my list of places that will delight you taste buds in my hometown Brussels. Snacks You’ve been walking for a while and need a coffee & WiFi? Sit in the comfy armchairs of the Jat’ café, between Porte de Namur and Place Royale, with a nice latte or a … Continue reading Hungry in Brussels?

Eating and drinking in Zakynthos

Zakynthos is one of the many beautiful Greek islands where you will enjoy the sun, the beaches as well as a delicious moussaka and a few Mythos. Restaurants in Zakynthos Places like Zakynthos town, Laganas, Alikanas and Tsilivi are full of touristic restaurants but don’t be afraid, I’ve found some nice places to eat that you will certainly enjoy too: Porto Roulis (Kypseli) is the perfect place to go … Continue reading Eating and drinking in Zakynthos

Belgrade: a pleasant surprise!

To be honest, Belgrade was not my primary destination but the cheapest option between a week on a Greek island and a trip to the Plitvice Lakes in Croatia. Nevertheless, I more than happy about my 36 hours stop in the Serbian capital! The road from the airport to the center between typical communist buildings and big brands is very interesting. I can recommend you … Continue reading Belgrade: a pleasant surprise!

Brussels – insider tips: Bars

In the capital of Europe for a few days? Here is my selection of expat and local bars where you wil  be able to cheer and move your body every day. Monday  – TD Monday night is the night when only the students can afford not to sleep. Head to the student area called Cimetière d’Ixelles. Yes Cimetière means cemetery but don’t worry, the area … Continue reading Brussels – insider tips: Bars

Coimbra, Porto & Lisbon

Visiting Coimbra, Porto and Lisbon in 3 days seems a bit too optimistic? Challenge accepted! Landed at 9.00 AM Friday morning in Porto and off we go! First important tip: take the Via Verde electronic device. The toll system is a real mess in Portugal! Some motorways only have beeping radars and not real stop.  Several times the device beeped without us having even noticed … Continue reading Coimbra, Porto & Lisbon

One night in Rome

Cheap and spectacular: my favourite sightseeing & eating night walk in Rome. It will take you in the charming narrow streets of Trastevere and through the historical centre of the Italian capital. A. Trastevere To reach the area of Trastevere (literally on the other side of the Tiber), you will need to take the bus H (from Termini, Via Nazionale or Piazza Venezia) and get … Continue reading One night in Rome