Travel safely by bus
Traveling by bus is not only super convenient and fun, but it is also very safe. Expat Club only travels with the most reliable bus…
Our Favorite Towns & Villages
At Expat Club we understand that many expats who come and live in this part of Europe feel the urgency to visit especially the bigger…
Deserted places
Pripyat & Chernobyl Fleurie village Verdun bunkers along border
Let’s go underground
Nothing is better than walking around or sitting down with your face in the sun. And luckily we offer many moments when you can enjoy…
The beginning of beautiful friendships
Saturday was a chilly, but sunny day. Armed with two shopping bags full of fresh veggies and fruits from the Flagey market, I head over…
Expat Club for solo travelers
If there is one thing that Expat Club is not, then it would be a community for singles. One of the underlying principles for its…
Expat Club & hotels
At Expat Club we spend a lot of time putting perfect schedules together for all of our trips. Whether we go out and about in…
Expat Club Castles & Palaces
Castles you said? OK, where to start….? I think we should have a few trips on our calendar to these “large buildings, typically of the…
Expat Club Ancient Destinations
With the ever expanding map of trip destinations it is clear that Expat Club has gone well beyond the borders of Belgium and surrounding countries.…
Aurora Borealis Destinations
Many years ago I went on one of the best holidays ever. Together with my parents I went on a long road trip through Alaska…
Loving Vincent: 5 Van Gogh trips
For years I was following the incredible project to make a fully hand-painted movie about painter Vincent van Gogh. Whereas the old-fashioned cartoons were made…
8 Blooming Destinations
The choice for our trip destinations are anything but based on objective criteria. Coming from Holland I must totally confess I’m terribly biased towards putting…
Corona measures
We always inform trip participants beforehand about the updated agenda and other things that make the day more enjoyable for everyone. Needless to say that…
Trip review: Stargazing
On Saturday evening 15 August a group of expats gathered hundreds of free wishes during our annual stargazing trip to the dark Ardennes. Every year…
While in Brussels
So now and then I am hired to meet with a high-level incoming expat manager to talk about “daily expat life in Brussels”. This service…
10 nicest day trips to Holland
Belgium has lots of great places to discover while you’re spending your time as an expat in Brussels. Still, at some point you will have…
Must-see destinations in Belgium
Brussels is a great city with lots of things to do. We’ve written several blogs about this, like this one with a few great ideas…
Expat Club & UNESCO Intangible Cultural Heritage
Since the foundation in 2013, Expat Club visited countless destinations in Brussels, Belgium and other (surrounding) countries, either by bus, train, flight or (overnight) ferry.…
Tips for expats in Brussels
One of the main guiding principles for Expat Club is to bring people together. Our diverse and open-minded community guarantees a relaxed and safe atmosphere…
Expat Club & UNESCO World Heritage Sites
Since the foundation in 2013, Expat Club visited countless destinations in Brussels, Belgium and other (surrounding) countries, either by bus, train, flight or (overnight) ferry.…
Bavarian Castles trip, according to an 8-year-old kid
Expat Club's Bavarian Castles trip is a perfect destination for guests of all ages. In fact, this is one of those trips that is extremely suitable for…
The 9 Must-See Castles of Bavaria
One of the top bucket-list destinations in Europe is Bavaria, and in particular, the impressive number of stunning castles you can visit in and around…
This is the beginning of a beautiful friendship
Saturday was a chilly, but sunny day. Armed with two shopping bags full of fresh veggies and fruits from the Flagey market, I head over…
5 Interesting Facts about Chernobyl
Thirty-four years later, the Chernobyl disaster continues to be a topic of great discussion. It has come to the forefront once more, thanks to the HBO…
4 Reasons to visit Stockholm during Midsummer
Stockholm is one of the most beautiful cities in Europe (maybe even the world), and Midsummer is an ancient celebration that captures the imagination of…
Is it safe to visit Chernobyl?
When you think about visiting a place like Chernobyl, the primary and immediate question on your mind is: Can I safely visit an area where nobody is a…
Trip review: Kiev & Chernobyl
At Expat Club we put an incredible variety of destinations on our trip calendar, including some awesome industrial places. Would you like to have some…
Top 11 things that can go wrong in Venice
Venice is one of the most beautiful cities in the world, but it's also one of the few that can bring about many holiday irritations. Here are some of …
There’s no party like a Venice Carnival party
The Venice Carnival is a celebration unlike any other. Elaborate costumes and masks adorn the streets of the fabulous destination once a year. We love…
Four essential expat tips for a better life in Belgium
When I first arrived in Belgium over 15 years ago, I found myself in a fascinating country. I knew little about Belgium beforehand, and I…
Time is of the essence, so read this post
Have you ever boarded a flight on time and then had to wait passed the planned departure time due to unforeseen circumstances? Sometimes the flight…
7 signs that you are integrated in Belgium
You are an experienced expat. You survived five or more countries without any problems. And then one day you find yourself in Brussels, the capital…
Trip review: A Little Louvre in Lens
With more than 10 million visitors a year, the Louvre is the world’s most visited museum. It’s also the world’s largest, so it’s not surprising…
It’s not about the drinking and all about the experience
Many of our trips revolve around certain famous alcoholic beverages, but our mission is very clear. We provide experiences and opportunities for disco…
Trip Review: Bastogne Battlefields
You never know what surprises are in store when you travel on an Expat Club trip. Our day trip to Bastogne was no exception. Expat…
Trip Review: Chateaux de la Loire
Nowhere is the sheer opulence of French life in centuries past more apparent than in the chateaux of the Loire Valley. Each year, more than…
One activity you can’t miss in Tromsø
When you begin your arctic adventure in Tromsø there is so much to see and do, but there is one activity you cannot miss. The…
Chasing the Northern Lights in Norway
Why head north to colder climates when you could bask in the sun in Greece or Cyprus? The answer is simple. The Land of the Midnight Sun is magical, e…
The mysterious Northern lights
This natural phenomenon always manages to capture the imagination. The lights can be unpredictable and ever-changing, but one thing is absolutely sure…