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Sint-Truiden is the principal town located in the Haspengouw region of Belgium. Known locally as the Fruit Town of Flanders due to its extensive fruit-growing area, the town is home to Grote Markt, Belgium's second largest market, and magnificent Baroque architecture such as the gabled Town Hall, and the Abbey of Sint-Truiden, founded in 657 A.D. Several hotels are available in town with most featuring complimentary wireless Internet access and a free daily breakfast.
Charleroi, which translated means "King Charles," is a city in the province of Hainaut, Belgium. For those interested in the arts, several museums of fine arts, photography and glasswork are located in the area, along with the Maison Doree, built by art nouveau architect Alfred Frere. The city is also a major sporting area, with its numerous Belgian champion teams in various sports. Accommodations are easily found throughout the area for visitors wishing to experience the art and culture Charleroi has to offer.
Kraaienem, in the Flanders region of Belgium, is a 20-minute drive from the shops and restaurants in downtown Brussels. No hotels are in Kraaniem, but this Flanders city is within 10 minutes of Greater Brussels accommodations. All of these hotels are within walking distance of rail transit stations, which offer access to areas throughout Brussels. The hotels near Kraainem are also less than 10 minutes from Brussels International Airport.
The historic Belgian city of Ghent dates back to at least A.D. 650 with human settlements going even further back. Though it is not the most well known city in Belgium, it does have its draws. It has a medieval character with many of its historic buildings remaining intact and preserved - the Gravensteen castle and Saint Bavo Cathedral among the highlights, and the Ghent Festival draws about 2 million people each year. Many hotels are found in the city center near the sights.
Ninove, Belgium is a small city located halfway between Brussels and Ghent. Located near the French border, this city only has one hotel located downtown. All of the other accommodations are a short drive away in surrounding villages. The hotels in the area are small and family run operations. There is also a bed and breakfast in the area in a 19th century era farmhouse.
Every December, many cities in Belgium hold special events called Christmas Markets. Usually held in the main square, they are street markets associated with the celebration of Christmas. Their attractions range from individual stalls that sell ornaments and woodcarvings to traditional food and drink. Other activities include ice skating, concerts and fireworks. Several hotels located in these cities offer Christmas package deals that include deluxe accommodations and other amenities, such as welcome baskets, wine and maps of the local market.
In Liege, Belgium, the modern meets the historic. The city has long been considered an industrial center of Europe, but now it is changing and adapting to the new Belgium and becoming a beautiful old and established city. Travelers in Liege enjoy the town center with buildings several centuries old while they shop, go to the theater, or sample some of Liege's fine cafes and restaurants.
Situated in the northeastern portion of Belgium, the city of Geel is 60 miles outside Brussels, the nation's capital. Geel sealed its reputation as a city which provided compassionate care for the mentally ill when the Church of St. Dymphna began caring for the afflicted back in the 13th century. Even the townspeople began taking patients into their homes when the church grew too crowded. Today, the city center offers a host of shops, restaurants, a quaint marketplace, as well as a handful of hotels.
