Azulejos – The Colourful Tiles of Lisbon

This entry is part 4 of 23 in the series Portugal & Andalusia 2012

Azulejos – Tiles of Lisbon, Portugal

Today we take a photo walk through beautiful Lisbon, Portugal, while we admire the colourful azulejos, or tiles, the adorn the city’s buildings.

Jerónimos Monastery, Lisbon, Portugal, in Photos

This entry is part 3 of 23 in the series Portugal & Andalusia 2012

Jerónimos Monastery, Lisbon, Portugal

Our recent trip to Portugal and Andalusia included visits to numerous religious sites. By far, one of the most spectacular was Jerónimos Monastery, in Lisbon, Portugal. Today we share we you a photo tour of this impressive site.

Mobile Internet in Belgium – Update

Mobile Internet in Belgium

After two years, we’re revisiting the options for mobile internet in Belgium. Using the internet via mobile devices has become more popular in the past few years and the options have become more varied. We’re taking a look at some current data plans and finding ways to compare them.

A Tale of Two Towers in Belém, Lisbon, Portugal

This entry is part 2 of 23 in the series Portugal & Andalusia 2012

Belém Tower, Lisbon, Portugal

In the bustling quarter of Belém, in Lisbon, Portugal, two towers; one a modern monument and one an ancient fortress, offer a view of the city and its maritime history that should not be missed.

A Day-Trip from Brussels to Rochefort for Trappist Beer and Grottos

Don’t confuse Roquefort and Rochefort! We share why Rochefort, Belgium with its Trappist Brewery is worth a day-trip from Brussels.

The Brussels Tram Experience – Our Review

Better late than never! Here comes our Tram Experience.

It’s not every night you eat a four-course meal while riding around Brussels on a tram, but maybe it should be.

Living Abroad Series – Expat Interview with Ina Wermelskirchen

This entry is part 4 of 5 in the series Living Abroad Videos

German expat Ina Wermelskirchen has lived in Belgium for 11 years

Today we’re excited to bring you a brand new video in our Living Abroad series.

Ina Wermelskirchen from Dusseldorf, Germany has been living in Belgium for 11 years.

She talks to our video producer, Jon Vannoy about why she finally caved in and learned Dutch, her challenges with changing apartments, and living with the Belgian weather.