BELGIUM - DAY 3 Had an earlier start today as we were heading off to Brugge and Ghent on a day long tour. The weather tricked us beautifully. We had all dressed for a sunny spring day and even thought it was lightly raining the temperature wasn't too bad. But it didn't stay that way for long. We boarded the bus and made our way to Brugge. When we arrived and stepped down, we were hit with an artic breeze or should I say gale and rain. The temperature had drop ...

BELGIUM - DAY 2 Set off this morning into the heart of Brussels for a tour of the city. We arrived with five minutes to spare. Nothing like leaving things to the last minute. We started the tour with a stroll into Brussel's beautiful Grand Place. The guide gave us information about the unique city hall and splendid guild houses. Then it was onto the bus. We drove past Saint Michael's Cathedal towards the National Basilica of Koekelberg, which is one of the most...

BELGIUM - DAY 1 Day of traveling today. We travelled from the United Kingdom by Eurostar to Brussels. Due to the time difference we arrived late afternoon. We climbed the 55 steps up the winding staircase lugging five suitcases to the two bedroom apartment that will be our home for the next three nights. After settling in we headed out to find a supermarket to purchase some food to live on while we are here. The place we are staying is great. We have a laundr...