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@WhyBelgium

Officially representing Southern Belgium in UK & Ireland, promoting its heritage, food, beers, festivals, markets, culture, Spa, golf, friendliness & quirkiness

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On our way back towards Brussels this morning, but not without a stop to look at the British during the Battle of the Bulge… @IstoriaTravel @SteveMarsdin @WhyBelgium
Image from Alexandra Churchill ✌🏼⭐️⭐️ (@churchill_alex)
Image from Alexandra Churchill ✌🏼⭐️⭐️ (@churchill_alex)
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Because this trip is being run by two Belgophiles in self and @SteveMarsdin we have found time today to pay tribute to the Chasseurs Ardennais #Wallonia #Belgium 🇧🇪 🧗‍♀️ @WhyBelgium @IstoriaTravel
Image from Alexandra Churchill ✌🏼⭐️⭐️ (@churchill_alex)
Image from Alexandra Churchill ✌🏼⭐️⭐️ (@churchill_alex)
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And of course… A must see couple of stops for the Battle of the Bulge @IstoriaTravel @militaryhistori @SteveMarsdin @WhyBelgium #Wallonia #Belgium
Image from Alexandra Churchill ✌🏼⭐️⭐️ (@churchill_alex)
Image from Alexandra Churchill ✌🏼⭐️⭐️ (@churchill_alex)
Image from Alexandra Churchill ✌🏼⭐️⭐️ (@churchill_alex)
Image from Alexandra Churchill ✌🏼⭐️⭐️ (@churchill_alex)
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This afternoon we’ve been on the Band of Brothers trail… -#Wallonia #Belgium @WhyBelgium @SteveMarsdin @IstoriaTravel
Image from Alexandra Churchill ✌🏼⭐️⭐️ (@churchill_alex)
Image from Alexandra Churchill ✌🏼⭐️⭐️ (@churchill_alex)
Image from Alexandra Churchill ✌🏼⭐️⭐️ (@churchill_alex)
Image from Alexandra Churchill ✌🏼⭐️⭐️ (@churchill_alex)
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We did make a detour… In honour of the first Frenchman killed on Belgian soil in #WW1. Part of General Sordet’s Magical Mystery Tour, died 111 years ago today. This French cavalry corps ambled round Belgium exhausting men & horses alike for no real gain in the first weeks of war
Image from Alexandra Churchill ✌🏼⭐️⭐️ (@churchill_alex)
Image from Alexandra Churchill ✌🏼⭐️⭐️ (@churchill_alex)
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Today it’s the Battle of the Bulge and 1944-45. A bad day for Bomber command at Houffalize, but an even worse one for the civilians on the ground 🕯️ #Wallonia #Belgium #WW2 @SteveMarsdin @IstoriaTravel @WhyBelgium
Image from Alexandra Churchill ✌🏼⭐️⭐️ (@churchill_alex)
Image from Alexandra Churchill ✌🏼⭐️⭐️ (@churchill_alex)
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Wallonia is full of “martyr towns”. In Éthe, one fifth of the civilian population was killed in the space of three days during the Battle of Frontiers. @WhyBelgium @IstoriaTravel @SteveMarsdin #WW1
Image from Alexandra Churchill ✌🏼⭐️⭐️ (@churchill_alex)
Image from Alexandra Churchill ✌🏼⭐️⭐️ (@churchill_alex)
Image from Alexandra Churchill ✌🏼⭐️⭐️ (@churchill_alex)
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The village memorial at Tintigny is stunning. The Collards were two young brothers helping the allies entitled to the British war medal. They were found out by the enemy and the executed for espionage #WW1 #Wallonia #Belgium @IstoriaTravel @SteveMarsdin @WhyBelgium @wallonia4ever
Image from Alexandra Churchill ✌🏼⭐️⭐️ (@churchill_alex)
Image from Alexandra Churchill ✌🏼⭐️⭐️ (@churchill_alex)
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Great day at @MCNnews London bike show. Busy on the @WhyBelgium stand with Kraken Motorcycle Co. Finally a chance to see the new @DucatiUK Multistrada V2 as well….
Image from Ben Mayne (@BattlefieldBen)
Image from Ben Mayne (@BattlefieldBen)
Image from Ben Mayne (@BattlefieldBen)
Image from Ben Mayne (@BattlefieldBen)
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Delve into the military history of the #BelgianArdennes on this fascinating NEW #WW2 tour for 2026, led by a Specialist Guide. Book now from only £50pp low deposit and be one of the first to secure your place >> ow.ly/MuXi50UWNTw
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Britain’s overlooked role in halting Hitler’s final assault. My trip to the #WW2 battlefields of the #Ardennes on the 80th anniversary of the #BattleOfTheBulge ⁦@Telegraph⁩ ⁦@TelegraphTravel⁩ ⁦@101Bastogne⁩ ⁦@WhyBelgium⁩ #Belgium 🇧🇪 telegraph.co.uk/travel/desti…
Britain’s overlooked role in stopping Hitler’s final assault

Britain’s overlooked role in stopping Hitler’s final assault

Eighty years on, our writer hears tales of heroism and young lives cut short in the Ardennes

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This morning we had a look at the siege of Batogne. Houffalize to Rachamps and the convent. Noville to Foy….
Image from Ben Mayne (@BattlefieldBen)
Image from Ben Mayne (@BattlefieldBen)
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An excellent vehicle display in Bastogne with well over 100 taking part.
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First in Bastogne…
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🇧🇪 Eighty years on from Hitler’s reckless final assault, our writer hears tales of heroism and young lives cut short in the Ardennes Read for more ⤵️ telegraph.co.uk/travel/desti…
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On the 80th anniversary of the #BattleOfTheBulge I retraced the steps of the British and American troops who repelled Hitler's last advance #WW2 @Telegraph @TelegraphTravel @101Bastogne @WhyBelgium @UKinBelgium @BelgiuminUK #Bastogne #Ardennes #Wallonia #Belgium #UK #USA 🇬🇧🇺🇸🇧🇪
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🇧🇪 Eighty years on from Hitler’s reckless final assault, our writer hears tales of heroism and young lives cut short in the Ardennes Read for more ⤵️ telegraph.co.uk/travel/desti…
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Final day for me visiting MCL. If you are interested in motorbikes and touring be sure to give @KrakenmotoCo a follow on all social media platforms. Next year is a mix of European biking tours heading off to the Alps, tours down to @WhyBelgium and a few battlefield tours as well. Click the link to see more details, krakenmoto.co.uk/
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A good day representing @LegerBattleTour at World Travel Market London 2024: nice to meet Battlefield Partners old and new and a special shout out to @WhyBelgium @wallonia4ever who once more had an excellent and welcoming stand! #WTMLDN
Image from Paul Reed (@sommecourt)
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A European Wonderland: Your Guide to the Best Christmas Markets @WhyBelgium travmedia.com/showPRPreview/…

A European Wonderland: Your Guide to the Best Christmas Markets

As the holiday season approaches, it's that time of year again—yes, the annual Christmas markets debate! While we may roll our eyes at the familiar chatter, there's no denying the charm and joy these...

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Para aquellos que buscan el pulso de una ciudad, Valonia propone un fin de semana 'trendy' cargado de estilo y energía en las ciudades de Lieja, Mons, Charleroi, Namur y Tournai. Te lo cuento aquí · viajavuelavive.com/lieja-mon… #traveltips #travelnews #viajes
Tournai ©WBT - Bruno D'Alimonte

ALT Tournai ©WBT - Bruno D'Alimonte

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