bruges

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Bruges, Belgium, is an absolutely charming city located in the northwest of the small country of Belgium. It is the capital of West Flanders and is a popular tourist destination for people from all over the world! I [Natalie] have had the chance to visit twice (when I took my trips to Belgium to see my sister and her family), and it’s one of my favorite cities in all of Europe. The first time I visited was with my parents in November 2021, and the second time was in September 2022 with my cousin Amber and her husband. 

Bruges is in the Flemish part of Brussels, so they do not speak French there. Flemish is similar to Dutch! Like many European cities, it has been around a very long time, and there are areas in the city, as well as structures, that date back to times as early as the 400s.

The city is a perfect combination of old-world charm and modern amenities. People can explore its cobblestone streets, beautiful canals, and historic sites. The most famous and stunning part of the city, in my opinion, is the main market area. It’s open and surrounded by beautiful buildings, restaurants, and the large Bruges Belfry, a 13th-century bell tower. With the town being relatively small, it’s not hard to see it! It is the tallest structure in the city and offers stunning views of the city and its surroundings. You can climb it to the top or just enjoy it from the market. 

One of my favorite things during my first trip there was a boat ride through the canals! My parents and I hopped in a boat, similar to what you might ride when in Venice, but not a gondola. The boats fit closer to 15 people. We chose to tour the city this way instead of the free walking tour. The second time I visited, I did the free walking tour! Both were wonderful ways to learn about the city.

Both times I visited, I enjoyed some of the city’s most notable treats, including; Flemish Stew, hot chocolate from The Old Chocolate House, bitterballen, and gluhwein. 

Flemish Stew is a famous dish in the Flemish culture. It is a beef and onion stew made with a beer-based broth. Mussels are a Belgian staple, as well! 

The Old Chocolate House is a highlight!! I recommend stopping there if you travel to Bruges. It is a super cozy tea room and shop where you can get chocolate, tea, waffles, biscuits, and other sweets. They are most well known for their famous and unique hot chocolate, where they serve a huge mug of steaming hot milk, and you pick your choice of a chocolate creation that you put into the milk, and then with a personal whisk, you stir it in. It melts, and there you go! I got a hazelnut chocolate one, and my cousin’s husband got a dark chocolate one. 

Bitterballen is made of roux (a mixture of flour and fat cooked together) and meat, then covered in breading and deep fried, served with mustard, typically. It’s also popular in Holland! My family on my dad’s side is Dutch, so this treat was not new to me. But, so, so delicious! 

Gluehwein is a drink that combines red wine, cloves, cinnamon, sugar, and a host of other aromatic spices to create a soothing warm drink for a cold winter evening.

Brugge is full of beautiful swans! The river is packed, and the green areas are packed - they are everywhere. The legend of why there are so many swans is fun to share. In the late 1400s, the ruler of Brugge, Emperor Maximilian, imposed intense taxes on the citizens. They didn’t like this, so they revolted, and while the Emperor was locked away, they tortured and beheaded his bailiff and trusted counselor, Pieter Lanchals, who was referred to as Long Neck. 

The legend says that the Emperor eventually escaped and avenged the local people by forcing them to keep ‘long necks’, or swans, on the canals for eternity. In reality, however, swans have been swimming on the canals since the beginning of the 15th century, when they were seen as a status symbol of the city’s power and wealth.

No matter what time of year you visit, Brugge is sure to be a memorable destination. From its stunning architecture and canals to its delicious beer and food, Brugge is a city that will captivate visitors for days. Whether you’re looking for a romantic getaway or a family vacation, Brugge is an ideal destination!

We take a trip into the world of Martin McDonagh, the screenwriter and director of the well-regarded Banshees of Inisherin (2022) and the underrated In Bruges (2008). Both films explore some deep areas, while providing humor along the way. Come and see if you agree with our thoughts and stay for our Oscars discussion, as its the only metric by which to measure film greatness.


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We’re in Bruges, Belgium, with Shane Mahoney of LugosTravel.com. We talk about climbing Bruges Belfry Tower, touring the world’s only beer pipeline at De Halve Man Brewery & exploring the Basilica of the Holy Blood. 

Show notes & our 1-page guide are at https://WeTravelThere.com/bruges

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"In Bruges" is not just a Christmas black comedy. This is not just the feature-length debut of the unrivaled Martin McDonagh. It's not just a movie. Bruges is a purgatory for lost souls. In this video, we will find out who decides their fate. We will also talk about the structure of the script, which deserves the title of "brilliant", we will analyze the characters, and the interconnectedness and find the recipe for a good film.

Join Brigid and Elizabeth as they recap Elizabeth’s recent trip to Bruges, Belgium with the Leaders of Design Council, baby Sophie in tow! From needing to PIVOT (I hope you read that in Ross Gellar’s voice) when it came to feeding Sophie (in bathrooms and stairwells, no less) to details of an actual castle inhabited by the Vervoordt  family (yes, that Axel Vervoordt that decorated Kanye’s house), they’re discussing it all! There’s even a quick geography lesson involved. Pivoting might have involved sweet Sophie trailing behind Elizabeth in various cabs with her aunt and uncle. But, the moral of the story: don’t let an amazingly fulfilling (personally and professionally) trip pass you by just because you’ve got a little one! The pivots are half of the fun. Listen in for all of the details!

Anne Vanneste, Brasserie De Halve Maan (Bruges)

Implantée dans le centre-ville de Bruges, sur un site où l’on brasse historiquement depuis le Moyen-Âge, la Brasserie De Halve Maan  (en français : la Demi-Lune), a été fondée en 1856 par Henri Maes. Elle s’est transmise de génération en génération jusqu’aux années 1980 où Véronique Maes, unique descendante de la famille, décide de mettre la brasserie en location, le temps d’élever ses enfants. Elle revient aux affaires une dizaine d’années plus tard, puis ses enfants la rejoignent. Aujourd’hui, la Brasserie De Halve Maan s’est considérablement développée et produit 70 000 HL à
l’année. Elle est réputée pour sa Blanche de Bruges, la Brugse Zot ou encore la Straffe Hendrick, bière hommage aux quatre générations de Henri qui l’ont dirigée depuis sa création.

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Husband Bill and I invited my son Cary and his partner Zhanna on a travels through the major European World War battlefields, in Belgium and France, ending 10 days later in Paris -- a road trip of charm and history.
First, we hear tips on road tripping, then we describe our trip. Right away we missed The Compiègne Wagon, the train carriage in which both the Armistices of both World Wars were signed. We also misdirected the GPS and wound up back at the airport! But we visited pretty  Laon, and then drove up to Lille, “Capital des Flandre."
-- Next day, to Ypres in western Belgium. The Great War Museum in a former medieval cloth factory near the cathedral gives perspective. We followed the now serene battlefield circuit, once scenes of bloody warfare. At Ypres we attended the Last Post Ceremony, held every evening at the Menin Gate.
-- In  Bruges,  fairy-tale city in northwest Belgium, we stayed for dinner when crowds thinned. Next day to Amiens, in France. Nearby, the Battle of the Somme in 1916, was one of the largest of World War I, among the bloodiest in history.  In Peronne, an excellent Museum of the Great War illustrated nearby battles.
-- In Rouen, where Joan D’Arc was burned at the stake, we lunched across the street at La Couronne, oldest inn in France, where Julia Child had her first French meal.
-- We strolled Honfleur harbor  then drove to Bayeaux, near the Channel coast, famed for  the 11th-century tapestry depicting the 1066 Norman invasion of England.
-- We spent a day experiencing the more recent invasion: moving sites of Omaha Beach, the American cemetery, the war museum, and surrounding gun batteries and remnants of D-Day.
--  We arrived at our favorite hotel after a crazy drive, and ended the trip in Paris.
-- And Cary adds a beautiful, meaningful, final memory!
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Cary Lane is a professor, author, artist, museum curator and history buff.
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Apologies for delay on broadcast from last week, you would NOT have enjoyed hearing my sicky-boy voice then haha!

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