By David Porter, Roaming Boomers Travel Services Rotterdam’s modern architecture immediately caught our attention when Carol and I arrived in the city. We had never been to Rotterdam before, and to be honest, we didn’t know much about it. But right away, we noticed…
The Top 10 Things to Do in Antwerp, Belgium Antwerp, Belgium, is a city of dazzling contrasts. Medieval guild houses meet modern fashion boutiques. Baroque churches stand steps from sleek art galleries. And in the heart of it all, a thriving port city…
Tauck After Hours: A Private Encounter with the Girl On our recent Tauck river cruise through Belgium and Holland, we were granted rare, after-hours access to the Mauritshuis in The Hague—home to one of the world’s most iconic paintings: Girl with a Pearl Earring….
Where the Windmills Wait: A Poem for My Dutch Forebears During our recent journey through Belgium and the Netherlands with Tauck, I stood before the windmills of Kinderdijk and felt something stir deep within me. My great-grandfather, Jipa Wiebern Jouwsma (sp), left this part…
Exploring the Windmills at Kinderdijk Exploring the windmills at Kinderdijk was a meaningful and picturesque part of our Tauck river cruise. As the morning sun rose over the Netherlands, our vessel quietly glided into Dordrecht after a night of smooth sailing from Belgium. It…
Why Is There a Michelangelo in Bruges? Bruges, Belgium, is a city known for its medieval charm, picturesque canals, and remarkable artistic heritage. Among its cobbled lanes and Gothic towers lies an unexpected treasure: the Michelangelo Madonna and Child in Bruges—a world-class sculpture that…
BRUGES – VENICE OF THE NORTH Bruges: A Belgian City Steeped in History and Charm Bruges: A Belgian City Steeped in History and Charm is a must-visit destination during any trip to Belgium. During our Tauck river cruise, we had the opportunity to explore one…
An Authentic Liège Belgian Waffle We Sample a Real Belgian Waffle: A Liège Tradition in Bruges Liège Waffle” is a must-try treat in Belgium, and experiencing one in Bruges is a true taste of the country’s rich culinary tradition. While Belgium is home to…
Belgian Cuisine at Grand Café De Rooden Hoed, Antwerp Belgian Cuisine at Grand Café De Rooden Hoed, Antwerp” is a true reflection of the city’s rich history and vibrant café culture. Located in the heart of Antwerp, Grand Café De Rooden Hoed stands as…
Antwerp Pub Crawl: A Journey Through Belgian Beers Belgium is renowned worldwide for its exceptional brewing heritage, and an Antwerp pub crawl is one of the best ways to experience the country’s beer culture firsthand. From Trappist ales brewed by monks to fruity lambics…
