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Written by Frommer's founder Arthur Frommer himself, this seminal guide introduces you to the riches and wonders of what is Europe's most underrated country. In his usual soaring prose, Frommer dissects Belgium's fascinating history and contemporary culture, giving the readers the tools they need to better understand and appreciate this rich, complex, and sometimes puzzling country. His coauthor is a Belgian resident and a seasoned journalist, and she covers the practical side of the vacation, h...

Discover Belgium's cities, where picture-postcard scenes meet cutting-edge cool. Whether you want to amble canalside in Bruges, tuck into veggie delights in Ghent, wander the Grand Place in Brussels, or admire art and architecture in Antwerp, your DK Eyewitness travel guide makes sure you experience all that Belgium's cities have to offer Famed for their picturesque street scenes, tasty foodie treats, and incredible architecture, Belgium's cities have been attracting visitors for centuries. Bu...

Discover these culture-rich destinations with the most incisive and entertaining guidebook on the market. Whether you plan to go on the beer crawl to end them all, a devoted art pilgrimage - think Ghent's medieval masterpieces and the Magritte connection in Brussels - or an exploration of the Ardennes' wildest reaches, The Rough Guide to Belgium & Luxembourg will show you the ideal places to sleep, eat, drink, shop and visit along the way.Inside The Rough Guide Belgium and Luxembourg- Independen...

PHILIP'S BEST-SELLING RANGE OF BRITISH AND EUROPEAN MAPS 'The clearest and most detailed maps of Europe' David Williams MBE, CEO, Gem Motoring Assist. - The perfect planning maps for your trip to France and Belgium- Scale 16 miles to 1 inch = 1:100,000- Double-sided folded map with full index of place names - Super-clear mapping- All major routes shown- Town plans: Paris - plus Bordeaux, Boulogne, Brussels, Calais, Lyon, Marseilles- Scenic routes- AutoRoute junctions, restricted junctions and...

The Mauritshuis in The Hague is one of the oldest museum collections in The Netherlands. The basis of the collection was laid down in the seventeenth century by the Princes of Orange. In 1817 King William I donated his ancestors's painting collection to the State of The Netherlands, which purchased the Mauritshuis a few years later to accommodate the collection. The collection is small, but exceptionally high quality. All the great masters of the Dutch Golden Age are represented by superb pieces...

The mussels in Brussels. An infusion of Rubens and deconstruction-chic in Antwerp. Golden goblets of artisanal beer. Art treasures in Brugge and Gent. And chocolate, chocolate everywhere. Belgium won't disappoint when it comes to its quintessential attractions, but it's got some surprises up its sleeve as well. Whether at a quirky cartoon museum or one of the exuberant carnivals in rural Hainaut, you're sure to catch some of the country's infectious, irreverent spirit. Whatever your pleasure - m...

This pilot from the RCC covers the long and complex coast of Norway, from the Swedish border in the Skagerrak to the Russian border, including the Lofoten and Vesteralen islands, the Arctic archipelago of Svalbard and the remote volcanic island of Jan Mayen. Fully illustrated, mainly with the author's photographs, the work is divided into a general introduction to Norway and eight coastal sections, identifying cruising routes and describing 1,000 islands, fjord and mainland harbours and anchora...

Explore Argentina's cathedrals, miles of pristine beaches, and exciting culture. Experience Buenos Aires and the Beagle Channel and hike Aconcagua. Discover DK Eyewitness Travel Guide: Argentina.   • Detailed itineraries and "don't-miss" destination highlights at a glance.    • Illustrated cutaway 3-D drawings of important sights.    • Floor plans and guided visitor information for major museums.    • Guided walking tours, local drink and dining specialties to try, things to do, and places to e...

Wallpaper* City Guides are a ruthlessly-researched, design-conscious guide, for the discerning traveller who wants to come away with a true taste of the best a city has to offer.

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...