Welcome to Belgium!
If you love art, architecture and history, as I do, then you've come to the right place. Belgium, although a small country, is packed with beautiful sights, from Gothic cathedrals and ancient abbeys to grand squares and Baroque palaces, from charming villages and scenic landscapes to bustling cities and serene waterways. It's often overshadowed by its bigger, more famous neighbors, but one of the joys of visiting Belgium is discovering what seems to be Europe's best-kept secret. Join me as I explore my adopted home and marvel at its rich cultural heritage. And don't forget to enjoy the chocolate and beer while you're here!
Tours for Art Lovers and History Buffs

Private Tours
All of my tours are made-to-order, meaning each one is individually tailored to suit you and your interests. The itinerary will change depending on the season, the weather, opening hours...

Brussels
Welcome to the unofficial capital of Europe. As the home of the EU, Brussels has the reputation of being a city of bureaucrats and functionaries, but this historic city will surprise you with...

Antwerp
Antwerp has something for everyone–a rich artistic heritage, cutting-edge fashion designers, world-class restaurants, stunning architecture and a proud history as a vibrant international port. Antwerp’s star attraction is the Rubens...

Ghent
Ghent is usually overshadowed by its more famous neighbor to the north, Bruges. But ask any native, and they’ll probably tell you that they prefer Ghent to Bruges. In fact,...
The Jenever Museum in Hasselt

The Jenever Museum in Hasselt re-opened its doors on September 19 after being closed for ten months and undergoing a complete transformation. Every aspect of the museum experience has been overhauled, from the buildings and exhibition spaces to the logo, website and even the name. The result is a fresh,…
Industrial past meets a green future
The pier in Blankenberge turns 120
Friends with excellent taste

On a perfect spring day in early May, my husband and I stood in the courtyard of a seventeenth-century farmhouse, sipping hand-mixed cocktails and chatting with our fellow guests. Our host, Didier Bastiaens, mounted an overturned apple crate and welcomed us to Vrienden van de Smaak, a moveable feast that travels…