Tuesday, August 3, 2010

Welcome to this blog

This blog targets residents living in or near Belgium. It introduces sites in Belgium and surroundings that can be visited in a day.

For each site described, you can expect a short introduction with a description of the site, a testimonial from a few visitors, a recommendation to be used entirely at your discretion, some practical information and a star rating.

The star rating is based on any of the following criteria present, with a maximum of 5 stars:
  • welcoming atmosphere
  • scenery ("photo opportunities")
  • value for money
  • educational value
  • site of historic interest
  • great objects of art
  • documentation available at the site (preferrably in multiple languages)
  • surprises on-site
  • availability of facilities (parking, restaurant, shop, regional products)