Hidden Secrets of Belgium

Hidden Secrets of Belgium
Author: Derek Blyth
Publisher: Uitgeverij Luster
Total Pages: 0
Release: 2018
Genre: Belgium
ISBN: 9789460582141

- One if the first titles in the new Hidden Secrets series - countries and regions- Follows on from the phenomenally successful 500 Hidden Secrets series which focuses on cities around the worldJournalist Derek Blyth was born in the U.K. but has lived in Belgium for more than 25 years. He has written countless articles about Belgian cities (for example as editor-in-chief of The Bulletin) and books like Flemish Cities Explored. He is the author of The 500 Hidden Secrets of Brussels, Antwerp, Ghent, and Flanders Fields and the Belgian Coast. This brand new guide is his personal ode to the most beautiful and intriguing spots in what he calls 'the world's strangest country'. He shares secrets such as: - 3 weird rocky outcrops - the 3 most dreamy castles to visit - 4 places to see eccentric art - the 6 most bizarre buildings - 5 adventurous Ardennes hikes... and much more.

The 500 Hidden Secrets of Brussels

The 500 Hidden Secrets of Brussels
Author: Derek Blyth
Publisher: Uitgeverij Luster
Total Pages: 256
Release: 2022-01-26
Genre:
ISBN: 9789460583032

* A practical guide to discovering Brussels' finest places, buildings, restaurant, shops, museums, neighborhoods, parks, hotels and cafés* Revised and updated edition"If you really want to get under the skin of a city, the 500 Hidden Secrets series, which covers a number of cities from Havana to Ghent, all written by people who know the cities inside out, is ideal. It's an innovative and refreshing take on the traditional travel guide." - The Independent The 500 Hidden Secrets of Brussels is a guide to the Brussels that no one knows. It takes you to undiscovered art museums, forgotten squares and secret shops. The aim is to challenge the idea that Brussels is a boring city and to uncover the hidden places that give this city its charm. The book doesn't mention everything there is to see. There are already more than enough guides that cover the familiar tourist places. This book goes one step further and lists the places the author would recommend to friends if they asked him where to go in Brussels. Here you will find the the 5 best places to eat frites, the 5 small museums that no one should miss and the 5 best record shops in town. The aim is to take the reader to the unexpected places that are different in some way from the normal tourist destinations, like the cafeteria on the top floor of the national library, or the metro station that is decorated with 140 characters from Tintin albums, or the art cinema that seats just 20 people. You do not have to do everything listed in the book, but you are urged at the very least to drink a beer in one of the 5 best Brussels bars, eat at one of the 5 best fish restaurants, and visit one of the 5 best small cinemas. If you do, you will begin to discover a city that no one else knows. 500 Hidden Secrets of Brussels offers a practical guide to Brussels' finest places, covering all bases to ensure no visitor to the city is ever anything short of captivated. The 'secrets' are listed thematically and include 60 places for good food, 45 places for a drink, 50 places to shop, 20 places for fashion, 40 buildings to admire, 40 places to discover the world, 25 things to do with children and 60 activities.

The 500 Hidden Secrets of Antwerp

The 500 Hidden Secrets of Antwerp
Author: Derek Blyth
Publisher: Uitgeverij Luster
Total Pages: 256
Release: 2022-01-26
Genre:
ISBN: 9789460583025

- This book reveals the 500 most fascinating places in Antwerp, along with extra details that no one knows - Affectionate guide, written by a local journalist who knows the city intimately - Essential for visitors who want to avoid the usual tourist spots, and for residents who are keen to track down the city's best-kept secrets - Revised and updated edition With its perfectly preserved medieval buildings and ancient cobblestone streets, Antwerp might seem content to rest on historic laurels. In fact, Belgium's second-largest city is a vibrant, cosmopolitan place where avant-garde fashion, cutting-edge architecture and progressive cuisine flourish. - New York Post A revised edition in the fabulous 500 Hidden Secrets series, revealing the beauty of the city of Antwerp. Discover the city's best-kept secrets, with this practical guide to Antwerp's finest places. A practical guide to discover Antwerp's finest buildings, restaurants, shops, museums, neighborhoods, parks, hotels, cafés, art, architecture and people. This fanatstic guide will tell you the best places to go for good food, be it lunch, a cheap meal or fine dining as well as where to get the best coffee, the best cocktails and the coolest cafés. It will direct you to the best shops, children's stores, markets, boutiques and tell you where to buy the latest fashions, accessories, shoes and designer-wear. The architecture of Antwerp is not forgotton as the book guides you to the most beautiful buildings, historical landmarks and parks. The 500 hidden secrets of Antwerp are listed thematically: food, drinks, shops, fashion, architecture, art, things to do with children, activities among others.

Best buildings

Best buildings
Author: Hadewijch Ceulemans
Publisher: Uitgeverij Luster
Total Pages: 0
Release: 2018
Genre: Architecture
ISBN: 9789460582233

"Best Buildings - Belgium is the second, extended and revised edition of the guide Belgium's Best Buildings that was first published in 2012. It is an elegant and easy to use guide for architecture fans and for everyone who is curious about architecture in Belgium. Starting from the Top 10 lists of renowned Belgian architects, 94 buildings completed after 1900 were selected and are presented in this new edition. It features a surprising mix of buildings, from award-winning contemporary projects (such as a crematorium that stands in a seemingly endless landscape), over historical must sees (such as the Stoclet palace), up to less obvious buildings (such as a Brutalist church in West-Flanders) and breath-taking architect's homes"--Back cover.

Belgian Solutions

Belgian Solutions
Author: David Helbich
Publisher: Uitgeverij Luster
Total Pages: 0
Release: 2017-02-02
Genre: Photography
ISBN: 9789460581991

-300 new photos of absurd (and sometimes hilarious) solutions for everyday problems The Brussels-based artist David Helbich started -Belgian Solutions- in 2006. He made photos of the peculiar (and comical) no-nonsense solutions to problems that that he spotted in his daily surroundings. Once he started to share his photos online on Facebook in 2008 (the Belgian Solutions page has over 25,000 fans), the project gathered speed, with contributions by 'Belgian Solutions' spotters all over the world. And because Helbich keeps receiving pictures, he keeps creating content - much to the joy of his fans.

100 Belgian Icons

100 Belgian Icons
Author: Derek Blyth
Publisher: Uitgeverij Luster
Total Pages: 224
Release: 2020-11-09
Genre:
ISBN: 9789460582738

- 100 insightful and fun-to-read texts by Belgium connoisseur and fan Derek Blyth about iconic Belgian traditions, places, artists, oddities, buildings, sayings, and more In his new book journalist Derek Blyth presents 100 Belgian 'icons' that have shaped what he calls 'the strangest country in the world': people, objects, places and stories that are intertwined with Belgium's history and make it the country it is today. The insightful, fun-to-read texts are divided into lists with specific themes: traditions, places, artists, oddities, sayings, architecture, etc. Each list holds famous icons like the saxophone but also some surprises like Churchill's V-sign.

Top Secret Files

Top Secret Files
Author: Stephanie Bearce
Publisher: Routledge
Total Pages: 150
Release: 2021-09-23
Genre: Education
ISBN: 1000490068

Flame throwers, spy trees, bird bombs, and Hell Fighters were all a part of World War I, but you won't learn that in your history books! Uncover long-lost secrets of spies like Howard Burnham, “The One-Legged Wonder,” and nurse-turned-spy, Edith Cavell. Peek into secret files to learn the truth about the Red Baron and the mysterious Mata Hari. Then learn how to build your own Zeppelin balloon and mix up some invisible ink. It's all part of the true stories from the Top Secret Files: World War I. Take a look if you dare, but be careful! Some secrets are meant to stay hidden . . . Ages 9-12

The 500 Hidden Secrets of Copenhagen

The 500 Hidden Secrets of Copenhagen
Author: Austin Sailsbury
Publisher: Uitgeverij Luster
Total Pages: 256
Release: 2022-03
Genre: Copenhagen (Denmark)
ISBN: 9789460583049

* An insider's guide to Copenhagen's hidden gems and lesser-known spots* Written by a true local, filled with independent advice, based on thorough research and the author's personal opinions* An inspirational and practical guide to the city's most interesting places, buildings, restaurants, shops, museums, galleries, neighborhoods, gardens and cafes, presented in 100 original lists of 5 secrets* Photography by Tino van den Berg* A recently updated edition in Luster's successful and attractive series of city guidesWhere are the best places in Copenhagen to experience New Nordic cuisine? What are the best places to shop for Scandinavian furniture, fashion, and design? What are the best spots for natural wine? Where can you find the best nature trails and waterfront walks? Where are the city's small, independent cinemas? Which museums are best to visit on a rainy Danish day? What is smørrebrød and where can I try it? What is Copenhagen's best artisanal coffee? The 500 Hidden Secrets of Copenhagen reveals the answers to these (and many other) questions. Discover a diverse range of under-the-radar, yet outstanding addresses that will allow you to explore the best of the city away from the typical tourist crowds. This is a book for visitors who want to avoid the usual tourist spots and for residents who are keen to track down the city's best-kept secrets. Also available: The 500 Hidden Secrets of Stockholm, The 500 Hidden Secrets of Hamburg, The 500 Hidden Secrets of Munich, The 500 Hidden Secrets of New York, The 500 Hidden Secrets of Berlin, The 500 Hidden Secrets of London and many more. Discover the series at the500hiddensecrets.com

The 500 Hidden Secrets of Milan

The 500 Hidden Secrets of Milan
Author: Frau Silvia
Publisher: Uitgeverij Luster
Total Pages: 264
Release: 2022-05-25
Genre:
ISBN: 9789460583124

* A practical and inspirational insider's guide to Milan and its hidden secrets and addresses* Revised and updated edition"If you really want to get under the skin of a city, the 500 Hidden Secrets series, which covers a number of cities from Havana to Ghent, all written by people who know the cities inside out, is ideal. It's an innovative and refreshing take on the traditional travel guide." - The IndependentThe 500 Hidden Secrets of Milan gives you 500 reasons to book a city trip to Milan. True local and journalist Silvia Frau shares in this affectionate guide 500 favourite places in her hometown in fun lists of five, such as 5 trattorias for truly authentic Italian cuisine, the 5 best bars for an aperitivo, 5 old-school stationery shops, the 5 most beautiful silent spots, 5 addresses to visit in the footsteps of Giuseppe Verdi and much more. This is the perfect book for those who wish to discover the trendy city of Milan and avoid the usual tourist haunts, as well as for residents who are keen to track down the city's best-kept secrets.