Belgium Holidays, Flights & Travel Guide
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It may be a little country, but it
is a lovely one, so it is sad that Belgium is often overlooked when
travellers plan a trip to Europe. Tucked between the desirable and
obvious destinations of London, Paris and Amsterdam, Belgium is
usually treated as a stepping stone to the English Channel, or, at
most, a quick stop-over for a looksee in the capital,
Brussels. Beyond the city of Brussels with its
historic Gothic buildings and tall European Union office blocks, is
a treasure-trove of undiscovered lazy seaside towns, and the inland
wooded gorges of the splendid Ardennes, sprinkled with medieval
castles and steeped in folklore. The medieval city of Bruges has
character and charm galore with a rich architectural heritage,
graceful canals, winding waterways and cobbled streets, and is a
favourite with visitors. Belgium is a country that has inspired
many artists and writers with the charm of its Gothic cathedrals,
town halls, gabled guildhouses and rich museums.
After a busy day exploring it all, evenings are best spent
experiencing Belgium's fantastic cuisine and delighting in the
country's variety of 300-odd brews of beer. Belgians have a
reputation for their gracious hospitality, no doubt due in part to
the country's location, which has created an international
crossroads for commerce and culture. Despite this, Belgium and its
distinct regions of Flemish Flanders (north) and French Wallonia
(south) has proudly preserved its traditions and
identity.
Tourist Offices - Belgian Tourist and Information Office,
Brussels: +32 (0)2 504 0390 or www.belgium-tourism.net
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Entry Requirements
for Belgium Holidays & Belgium Travel
The borderless region known as the Schengen
area includes the following countries: Austria, Belgium, Denmark,
Finland, France, Germany, Greece, Iceland, Italy, Luxembourg, The
Netherlands, Norway, Portugal, Spain and Sweden. All these
countries issue a standard Schengen visa that, in principal, allows
the holder to travel freely within the borders of all. All visitors
require a passport that is valid for at least three months after
leaving Belgium. Nationals of non-EU countries are recommended to
hold return or onward tickets, sufficient funds and documents for
their next destination.
- For Australians -
Australian nationals must have a valid passport. A
visa is not required for stays of up to three
months.
- New Zealand nationals require a valid passport. No
visa is required for stays of up to three months.
- US nationals must have a valid passport. A visa is not
required for stays of up to three months.
- US nationals must have a valid passport. A visa is not
required for stays of up to three months.
- UK nationals must possess a valid passport. A visa is
not required for stays of up to three months. British Overseas
Territories Citizens, British Nationals (Overseas) and British
Overseas Citizens require an endorsement on their passports
guaranteeing re-admittance to the UK or the country that issued the
passport.
Currency of Belgium
Euro (EUR) divided into 100 cents. Most credit
cards are accepted (Visa, American Express, Diners Club and
Eurcard) as are travellers cheques (though it is best to carry them
in Euros, US dollars or Pounds Sterling to avoid additional charges
when exchanging). ATMs are available in all major cities. Banks are
open Monday to Friday, 9am to 4pm, and are closed on Saturdays,
Sundays and holidays. Some banks close for an hour during lunch.
There are however some foreign exchange offices that trade on
Sundays.
Belgium
Telephone Access Codes and Communications
The international access code for Belgium
is +32. The outgoing code is 00 followed by the relevant country
code (e.g. 0044 for the United Kingdom). City codes are required
for all calls within Belgium; the area code for Brussels is (0)2.
Mobile phones operate on GSM and 3G networks. Public phones take
coins or phone cards. Internet cafes are widely
available.
Belgium
Duty Free Allowances & Restrictions
Travellers to Belgium arriving from non-EU
countries are allowed to enter the country with the following items
without incurring customs duty: 200 cigarettes, 100 cigarillos, 50
cigars or 250g tobacco; 1 litre spirits over 22% in alcohol or 2
litres of dessert wine 22% in alcohol and sparkling wine, and 2
litres wine; 50g perfume and 250ml eau de toilette; and other goods
such as souvenirs to the value of EUR175. Prohibited items include
unpreserved foodstuffs.
Belgium
Holidays - Tipping Information
Service charges are included in bills and tipping
is not necessary, unless for exceptional service. Porters, coatroom
and bathroom attendants are generally tipped.
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