If you’re new to expat life in Belgium, we tackle the most important question – Where to live in Brussels.
Slow Travel With Us
We are Andrew and Alison and we slow travel the world to discover the best culture, food, history, nature, and hidden gems. In 2005 we left our ‘normal’ middle-class life in Canada behind to move to Belgium. After 11 years of living in the heart of Europe, we decided to shake things up again and trade our loft in Brussels for a motorhome and the open road. We haven’t looked back since. We are currently location independent and slow travelling our way around Canada in our RV.
On CheeseWeb you’ll find 13 years’ worth of articles about living in Belgium and the best places to travel in Europe by us and our dedicated team of slow travellers. You’ll also learn about our slow travel philosophy and the best slow food restaurants around the world. From meeting orangutans in the forests of Borneo to experiencing a First Nations’ Powwow in Canada to hot air ballooning over the chateaux of France, we’ll teach you how to slow down and make the most of your travels. Whether you travel by plane, train, or RV, we invite you to join us for the best slow travel adventures. Read more about our story...
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Living in Belgium
Visiting Champagne with the Expat Club, Brussels, Belgium
If you’re living in Belgium and want to travel and meet new people without the hassle of planning and organising sit back and relax because the Brussels Expat Club is here.
5 Tips on Where to Meet People in Brussels, Belgium
Making lasting friendships is one of the keys to living a successful expat life. But meeting people in a new country isn’t easy. In fact, one of our most frequently asked questions is, “how do I meet people in Belgium?” Here are 5 places to meet people in Brussels.
Things to Do in Brussels
The Ultimate Guide to the Best Restaurants in Brussels, Belgium
If you are looking for the best restaurants in Brussels, Belgium, look no farther. We’ve rounded up our top picks from 15 years of dining in Brussels to bring you those with staying power. Don’t read while hungry!
Where to Stay in Brussels, Belgium – Our 30 Top Hotels
Whether you’re visiting Belgium for the first time or you need to recommend a hotel to visiting family, we tell you exactly where to stay in Brussels, Belgium.
Things to Do in Belgium
Dinant, Belgium – The Essential Travel Guide
We share the top things to do in Dinant, Belgium and the surrounding area in Namur province, as well as the best restaurants in Dinant and where to stay to have a great weekend getaway in Belgium.
Antwerp, Belgium – The Essential Travel Guide
We share our itinerary for the best things to do in Antwerp Belgium including the best hotels in Antwerp, great Antwerp restaurants, the top tourist attractions, and even where to buy the best Belgian chocolate in Antwerp. Don’t visit Antwerp with reading this travel guide!
You’ve already heard of Belgian beer, waffles, and chocolate. But you may not know Belgium is a secret foodie heaven, with more Michelin stars per capita than France and the entire globe of world cuisines available – and Brussels is at the heart of it all.
Travel writer and photographer, Alison Cornford-Matheson, spent 11 years tasting her way through this gourmet city and shares her favourite restaurants, bars, hotels, shops, and activities for foodies with you.
You’ve already heard of Belgian beer, waffles, and chocolate. But you may not know Belgium is a secret foodie heaven, with more Michelin stars per capita than France and the entire globe of world cuisines available – and Brussels is at the heart of it all.
Travel writer and photographer, Alison Cornford-Matheson, spent 11 years tasting her way through this gourmet city and shares her favourite restaurants, bars, hotels, shops, and activities for foodies with you.
You’ve already heard of Belgian beer, waffles, and chocolate. But you may not know Belgium is a secret foodie heaven, with more Michelin stars per capita than France and the entire globe of world cuisines available – and Brussels is at the heart of it all.
Travel writer and photographer, Alison Cornford-Matheson, spent 11 years tasting her way through this gourmet city and shares her favourite restaurants, bars, hotels, shops, and activities for foodies with you.
Slow Travel Canada
The Ultimate Acadian Coast Road Trip in New Brunswick Canada
From Miscou Island on the Acadian Peninsula to Murray Beach near Confederation Bridge, we share the best things to do on an Acadian Coast road trip through New Brunswick, Canada
Top 10 Places to Visit on the West Coast of British Columbia, Canada
British Columbia native, Emily, shares her top 10 places to visit on the beautiful West Coast, Canada, with plenty of nature, outdoor activities, and things to do in Vancouver and Victoria.
Slow Travel Europe
The Most Beautiful Places in Germany (Map Included)
Germany is a vast European country with plenty of attractions for visitors. We round up the most beautiful places in Germany from its busiest cities to picturesque German towns and villages. We also share the most beautiful castles in Germany and some stunning natural wonders to explore.
The Best Things to Do in Strasbourg, France on a Weekend in Alsace
We share the best things to do in Strasbourg, France in the Grand Est region on a weekend escape, including the top Strasbourg points of interest, hotels, restaurants, and best day trips from Strasbourg along the Alsace Wine Route.
Slow Travel the World
12 Fascinating Things to Do in Mauritius
If white sand beaches, gushing waterfalls, and unique natural phenomenon are the makings of a perfect holiday destination, consider visiting Mauritius. This island getaway in Africa combines unbelievable nature and unforgettable luxury. Rachita shares the best things to do in Mauritius for the ultimate tropical holiday.
A 10-Day Spiti Valley Tour, Himachal Pradesh, India
Radhika shares a 10-day Spiti Valley tour in the heart of Northern India’s Himalayas in Himachal Pradesh. Tucked beside Tibet, this region is famous for picturesque villages, ancient monasteries, and the elusive snow leopard.
Six Things that Surprised Us About Hong Kong
Hong Kong is a city of extremes. Despite my fears, before embarking on our Asian Adventure, I found myself falling in love with this vast city of contrasts.
Visiting the Sepilok Orangutan Rehabilitation Centre, in Sandakan, Sabah, Malaysia
Nothing can describe the feeling of seeing the jungle leaves begin to rustle and you spot your first glimpse of a wild orangutan. On our recent trip to Borneo, we were among the lucky few who experience this thrill at the Sepilok Orangutan Rehabilitation Centre.
Travel Gear Guides
Our Must Have Camping Gear for Full-Time Motorhome Living
We share our must have camping gear for RV living. This is a roundup of our favourite fun camping accessories, RV gadgets, gifts, and cool RV accessories.
Our 50+ Best Belgium Gifts Online
We share some of our favourite gifts from Belgium you can send to friends and family back home, via Amazon; including Belgian chocolate gifts, Belgian beer baskets and a bit of quirky Belgian humour.
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Here’s a look at the best things to do in Siena, Italy, including Siena must-see attractions, where to eat in Siena, exciting Siena tours, best hotels in Siena, and more.
