Would you love to tour Europe and take in historical sites of major WWII battles? Stand in the place where history happened. Pay respects to those who sacrificed for freedom. One way to do this is tracing the WWII path of Easy Company, 101st Airborne Division in Europe. The HBO miniseries Band of Brothers brought…
Put the 101st Airborne Museum high on your list of places to visit for World War II history in Bastogne. Located in the heart of this small city in Belgium, this treasure of a museum offers an immersive and atmospheric experience. Exhibits focus on the role of the 101st Airborne Division during what is sometimes…
The Castle of the Counts is in the city center of Ghent, Belgium. This medieval fortress hasn’t been lived in for centuries, but the charm of its layers of walls and rooms, narrow stairways, and real battlements lives on. Just behind the moat, the castle also known as Gravensteen waits to welcome visitors to explore….
From my arrival in vibrant Ghent until I reluctantly left, I loved exploring this historic Belgian city. More people talk about neighboring Bruges, but I discovered that Ghent has the same charms with far less of a touristy vibe. The centuries-old architecture fills the old town, and a lazy canal winds through the main area….
Bastogne, a small town in southern Belgium, sits in rolling farmland, with stands of the Ardennes forest just outside of town. On our visit, colorful umbrellas decorated the main street. Hi there! This post may contain affiliate links. That means I earn a bit of money if you purchase products through me. This involves no…
The battlefields of WWI around Ypres, the land known as Flanders Fields, lie in peaceful farmland. This month marks the 100th anniversary of my country’s entry into the long, muddy, bloody conflict. To honor those who fought – from about 50 different countries – here’s a look at Flanders Fields today. Tyne Cot Cemetery Lying…
The small town of Ypres sits amid peaceful farmlands in Belgium. It is also know as Ieper in Flemish. During WWI, Ypres suffered from its location, always within a few miles from the front as the fighting stagnated. Much of the town was destroyed. Later, in the 1960s, the buildings were reconstructed in the original…
Bruges, Belgium is known for its chocolate and beer, and biking in Bruges is another plus. This post contains affiliate links. Clicking on them may result in a commission being paid to us if you purchase afterwards. This is at no extra cost to you. Thanks. We spent a relaxing day biking along the canal…