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LA FORCE
Pour commencer, nous nous réjouissons de vous proposer trois nouvelles
destinations ensoleillées. A partir d’avril 2011, vous aurez désormais la
possibilité de vous envoler vers la charmante Marrakech, la tranquille
Agadir ou la resplendissante Lamezia Terme. Vous pouvez dès à présent
réserver vos billets pour ces trois destinations du Sud.
Rêvant encore de climats plus doux, vous allez être ravis d’apprendre
que nous volons maintenant toute l’année vers Séville, Catane et Naples. Ou
peut-être souhaitez-vous vous aventurer vers un pays encore plus lointain ?
A ce titre, l’Afrique de l’Est offre la possibilité d’observer les animaux et la
nature en toute quiétude en cette période plus calme de l’année.
Et comme la période des fêtes s’annonce, pourquoi ne pas décoller vers
votre ville européenne préférée pour une virée shopping ? Avec toutes ces
bonnes affaires, vous aurez vite fait le tour de votre liste de cadeaux. Si
vous recevez déjà notre newsletter, regardez vite votre boîte mail pour y
découvrir quelques surprises.
Nous vous souhaitons une agréable lecture et nous vous remercions
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As the evenings get longer and temperatures drop lower, some of us have already begun preparations for the
year-end festivities. To help you plan (or escape), we have little goodies all wrapped up just for you
To start off, we’re very excited about connecting you to three new sunny destinations. From April next year, you’ll be able to fly to charming
Marrakech, laidback Agadir, and stunning Lamezia Terme with us. Flights to these southern destinations can already be booked now.
Those of you dreaming of warmer climes will be pleased to know that we also continue to fly to Seville, Catania and Naples through the
season. Or perhaps you’d like to venture further – East Africa offers some undisturbed game viewing this quieter time of year.
And as the festive season descends upon us, why not take off to your favourite European city for a shopping spree? With all the bargains in the stores,
you’ll fast be ticking off that gift list! If you’re on our mailing list, look out for surprise packages in your email inbox.
We wish you a pleasant read and thank you for choosing Brussels Airlines.
Bernard Gustin and Michel Meyfroidt Co-CEOs
Tandis que les nuits s’allongent et que les
températures descendent, certains parmi vous ont
d’ores et déjà commencé les préparatifs pour les
fêtes de fi n d’année. Pour vous aider à les organiser,
nous vous avons préparé quelques petits cadeaux
déjà tout emballés
Fly with us to your
favourite European
city this season
Nu de avonden langer worden en de temperaturen
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Om te beginnen zijn wij verheugd u te kunnen mededelen dat drie nieuwe zonnige
bestemmingen aan ons netwerk werden toegevoegd. Vanaf april volgend
jaar, zal u de mogelijkheid hebben met ons naar het charmante Marrakech,
het aangename Agadir en het verbluffende Lamezia Terme te vliegen. Vluchten
naar deze zuiderse bestemmingen kunnen nu reeds worden geboekt.
Diegenen die dromen van warmere oorden zullen blij zijn te weten dat wij
blijven vliegen op Sevilla, Catania en Napels gedurende het hele seizoen. Of
misschien wil u het nog zuidelijker gaan zoeken? In dat geval raden wij
Oost-Afrika aan waar u tijdens deze rustigere tijd van het jaar ongestoord
wilde dieren kan bewonderen.
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FR Résumés des articles en français
NL Samenvattingen in het Nederlands
32 Homeboy
Tired of impersonal hotels? A new breed of accommodation providers have
realised that there really is no place like home, offering house-swaps and
homestays for the traveller who wants to live like a local
44 Tasting Tel Aviv
With flavours from across the world in its melting pot,
deciding where to eat in this Israeli city can be a tall
order – but with tips from local chefs, you can’t go wrong g
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38 Murder
most Swedish
We follow the (bloody)
footprints of the country’s most
famous detectives to discover a
different side to the cities of
Stockholm and Ystad
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51 My Bologna
It’s nicknamed la grassa (‘the fat’) because
of its gastronomic delights, but this city has
another great love: jazz. Massimo Mutti of
the Bologna Jazz Festival shows us around
58 Restored glory
Belgium boasts fantastic historic buildings,
and with the recent appointment of Olivier
Bastin as Brussels’ master architect, the
management of the city’s architectural
heritage looks to be in good hands
62 Business trends
Get up to speed with the latest industry
news, including the unstoppable rise of
the big-brand supermarket in Poland, and
Carlsberg’s plans to expand beyond beer
69 Angel of the south
We talk to Nice resident and entrepreneur
Véronique Castelo about her successful
business ventures and her recent role
as an angel investor
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ISSUE 48 NOVEMBER 2010
contents
Agenda
Your guide to what’s happening where in November starts on page 9
12
9 Diary
Must-see events and exhibitions across
the network during November and beyond
12 Interview
We chat to Belgian musical maestro Ozark
Henry about his new album, his travels and
his love of his hometown of Kortrijk
14 Culture
Synthpop duo Hurts steal our hearts with
their debut while Anton Corbijn spills the
beans about working with George Clooney
16 Fashion & beauty
Stay ahead of the chic crowd with natty
knitwear and to-die-for denim
22
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19 Design
Hot tips for the home: this month, it’s all
about recycled products that revel in
their past glories
20 Food & drink
There’s nothing like a glass of mulled wine to
raise the festive spirits – and where better
to enjoy it than Europe’s Christmas markets?
22 Sleep
Brussels’ EU Quarter is enlivened by the new
Aloft hotel, while Madrid’s Ritz maintains its
grand standards after a century of service
25 Drive
Renault’s dazzling DeZir concept car gets our
reporter hot under the collar
26 Eco
Simple ways to green up your home with
architect and interior designer Oliver Heath
who shows us how eco can be chic
28 Africa
Find a new angle to your African adventure
by exploring the top destinations for fishing
Airline section
74 Maps; 79 Menu;
83 News; 88 Choose
how you fl y; 90 Miles
& More; 92 Safety;
94 Comfort; 96 Relax;
98 Fleet; 100 Airport info
City guides
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Keep up to date with all the
latest news and information
from Brussels Airlines
Get the lowdown on cities across
the network from local writers
Plus
104 Brussels
109 Athens
110 Berlin
111 Birmingham
112 Bristol 113 Faro
114 Florence
115 Hamburg
116 Lisbon
117 Marrakech
118 Milan 119 Oslo
120 Porto 121 Prague
122 Stockholm
123 Toulouse
124 Venice 125 Warsaw
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Seize the day and check out one of the fabulous events
taking place on the Brussels Airlines network this month
Anselm Kiefer Exhibition COPENHAGEN
Until 9 January 2011
The Louisiana Museum of Modern Art hosts the fi rst major presentation of Kiefer’s iconic
work in Scandinavia. The post-war artist is famed for his use of textures and perspective, as
well as depicting controversial issues. The exhibition includes several new pieces. louisiana.dk
BerMuDa: Berlin
Music Days BERLIN
3-6 November
Following last year’s successful
launch, the capital of electronic
music hosts its second
techno-festival. By night, enjoy
music from more than 100 DJs
and live acts at the city’s best
clubs; by day, visit exhibitions
showcasing Berlin’s love of
the genre, encompassing the
fashion and art that is part of
the electronic music scene.
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Budapest Art Fair BUDAPEST
25-28 November
Art collectors and enthusiasts descend on
Budapest this month for the annual Art Fair.
From classical to contemporary works,
there’s something for every artistic taste.
budapestartfair.hu
International Horse
Show STOCKHOLM
26-28 November
Held at the Ericsson Globe
Arena, expect a range of
equestrian performances,
from world-class
show-jumping and
dressage
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Battersea Park
Fireworks Display LONDON
6 November
Remember, remember the fi fth of
November… and then enjoy one of London’s
most dazzling fi rework displays on the
6 November, marking the failure of the
Gunpowder Plot of 1605, when Guy Fawkes
led an ill-fated scheme to destroy the
Houses of Parliament. wandsworth.gov.uk
competitions
to novelty
entertainment
– including miniature
Shetland ponies.
stockholmhorse
show.com
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diary
Eyes On: Vienna Month of Photography VIENNA
All month
Vienna joins other international cities to celebrate the European Month of Photography.
More than 200 exhibitions will take place at over 100 venues across the city, with highlights
including work by Hungarian war reporter Robert Capa. eyes-on.at/cms
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Gilbert & George
Jack Freak Pictures
BRUSSELS
Until January 2011
Art duo Gilbert & George play with
the concept of patriotism in this
major series of work on display at
BOZAR. The Union Jack is often at
the centre of this exploration of
systems of belief so expect a riot of
red, white and blue. Time has not
mellowed this artistic double act
– after forty years working together
they are as irreverent and endlessly
imaginative as ever. bozar.be
International Festival
of Boogie Woogie BRUSSELS
26-27 November
For those not familiar with the genre, boogie
woogie is a form of piano-based blues that’s
usually accompanied by dancing. The festival
will feature jam sessions with multiple
pianists, which organiser Renaud Patigny
says will continue in the bar of the Théâtre
St Michel into the small hours. 88boogie.com
World Music Festival OSLO
2-7 November
As befi ts a world music festival, artists from
Kinshasa, Buenos Aires and Casablanca will
be appearing in Oslo this month. Gotan
Project, K’naan, Speech Debelle, Nuru Kane
and Adjagas are amongst the headliners.
rikskonsertene.no/osloworldmusicfestival
Russian Wine Festival
MOSCOW
18-20 November
Moscow becomes the centre of the world’s
wine scene this month. Exclusive collections
of fi ne vintages will be presented from
a host of locations, including the fl agship
of Russia’s wine industry – the Krasnodar
region. Attend masterclasses, increase your
knowledge and, of course, spend your day
sampling the produce. wine-fest.ru
3-5 December Nice – European Petanque Competition (europetanque-dazur.com) 17 December Manchester – The Pogues (pogues.com)
19 December Geneva – Coupe Noël, Christmas cup swimming competition 1 January 2011 Lisbon – Swan Lake Russian Ballet (coliseulisboa.com)
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AGENDA
interview
Known to most by his stage
name Ozark Henry, Piet
Goddaer has come a long
way since rapping in Belgium’s
underground music scene.
His music, a fusion of art-rock
and electrosonic shimmer,
has been used as a backdrop
for Parisian fashion shows, film,
and club nights worldwide.
Anna Elicaño learns about
the composer-songwriter’s
travels and his latest record
I thought it would be cool if I had an artist’s
name that would be easier to pronounce
than my own name – especially in other
languages. I saw an old picture of two
children from the Ozark mountain range
[in the US]. The angle of the photo focuses
on the kitten they’re holding, so you can’t
see their heads. I chose the word ‘Ozark’
because, like the picture, my music is about
a different way of looking at something that
is common. ‘Henry’ is the name of several
characters in William Burroughs’ books,
which I read. He also uses it to refer to heroin
– but that’s not my intention, of course.
What I love about where I live, Kortrijk,
is that it’s near everywhere. It may be
a small Belgian town, but it’s just one hour
away from Paris by train, and an hour and
20 minutes to London by plane.
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Ozark Henry
A bird in the hand:
Piet Goddaer is
enjoying success as
alter ego Ozark Henry

I’m interested in architecture, and find
Berlin fascinating. It’s fantastic how they
work with spaces. When they have to bring
a massive building down they still manage to
maintain a sense of openness; it doesn’t eat
the landscape as much as it does in other
cities. Opera singers and string quartets play
at Alexanderplatz – a wide space with good
acoustics. It’s weird, because sound normally
gets lost in a square that big.
In Nairobi, I ate at a famous restaurant that
used to serve zebra. I was travelling with
a good friend, who was there to train Kenyan
athletes. As such, I was able to visit Iten,
Eldoret, Kilimanjaro and the Masai Mara.
Fashion designer Dries Van Noten has used
my music for fashion shows in Paris. What
I find fascinating about these big shows is
that you have to present an entire collection
in just 12 -15 minutes, and knock people out
with it. That kind of tension is fantastic, and
it’s great to be part of it.
Shoe designer Floris van Bommel and
I collaborated to design flip-flops. I love
plastic arts, design and fashion.
Although I don’t usually get attached to
objects, I take my iPhone everywhere. I like
having my music with me when I travel, it
helps me to reflect on where I came from
and where I am. Also, it has a recorder, so
whenever I get inspired and think of a song
in my head, I can record it right away.
Music that influences me isn’t necessarily
similar to the music I make. I’m a big
Radiohead fan. I also like The National
and Frank Zappa.
I look up to an 88-year-old Belgian jazz
legend. Toots Thielemans, the world-famous
harmonica player who played with the likes
of Quincy Jones, told me last summer:
“You are just starting – so you have to
keep it up and continue living for the music.”
It’s fantastic to meet people like that. He
talks like he’s just 18 years old and ready
to see the world.
Clockwise: Goddaer flies
Brussels Airlines; The TV
Tower in Alexanderplatz;
Ozark Henry’s music is
a hit with Dries Van Noten
Hvelreki, my latest album, means ‘good luck’.
It’s an Icelandic phrase that translates as:
‘May a whole whale wash up on your beach.’
The album is based in a time when there were
many environmental changes, and when the
world financial crisis came to a head.
I wrote Hvelreki while travelling the globe.
At that time, I noticed how people in India
were worried about how Europe was
suffering from the economic crisis, while in
Europe we were hearing about how the US
was the hardest hit, and how farmers in
India were committing suicide to pay off
debts. It seems that no one was willing to
see the trouble at his or her own doorsteps.
Everyone kept referring to how it was
worse elsewhere as a way of getting through.
At the same time, we were also having
a great time everywhere. My album is my
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way of wishing everybody the best, and
hoping that things will work out.
Working with [acclaimed British producer]
Youth was inspiring. It was my first time
working with a producer, and the experience
was all about trusting someone else, giving
him responsibility for the album, letting go…
and feeling good about it.
I travel often, to co-write with international
artists, attend song-writing camps and
perform. I’ll be at the Melkweg (melkweg.nl)
in Amsterdam on 20 December and AB
(abconcerts.be) in Brussels 21-22 December.
Ozark Henry’s sixth studio
album, Hvelreki, was released
at the end of October
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AGENDA
culture
MUSIC Hurts
Happiness
It’s hard to believe now, but the 1980s didn’t
use to be cool. It was ‘the decade that taste
forgot’ – only taste appears to have wracked
its brains and remembered, because now
you can’t move for 80s inspired fashion,
fi lm and, of course, music.
Enter Hurts, a synthpop duo from
Manchester, former breeding ground for
forward-thinking UK guitar acts like Oasis,
The Smiths and Joy Division. Rejecting this
heritage, Hurts come across as outlandish
Pet Shop Boys fans with a love of cosmic
disco, epic anthems and wildly ambitious
BOOK Climbing Everest
George Mallory’s Writings on Mountaineering
“Why “ do you want to climb Everest?” “Because it’s there.” Often attributed to
Edmund E Hillary, this answer was actually given by British mountaineer George
Mallory. M A member of the fi rst three expeditions to attempt to reach the
summit s of the world’s highest mountain, Mallory went missing on Everest’s
northeast n
ridge in 1924. His body was fi nally discovered in 1999.
Mallory was one of the fi rst climbers to write about the allure of the
mountain m in spiritual terms. In private letters and public essays, he explored
the emotional meaning me of mountaineering, and the way it shaped his life. These writings –
including letters found on his body – have been reproduced in an extraordinary book that
offers a precious record of the great age of exploration. Part travelogue, part interior
monologue, part Boy’s Own adventure, Climbing Everest is an intimate, lyrical and ultimately
tragic insight into our capacity to look beyond the limits of the human body.
///COMING SOON
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pop classics. And Happiness is hands-down
the fi nest debut of 2010. New single ‘Stay’
is a case in point: a plaintive opening melody
breaking into a mammoth chorus about
lovers walking away in the pouring rain. The
album teeters on the brink of camp, dipping
into pop with a Kylie duet on ‘Devotion’,
and yet Hurts never fail to have courage
in their heartfelt convictions. And so they
create something of intense beauty, laced
with sadness. Lyrics like “I’d rather be lonely
than be by your side” on ‘Unspoken’ will have
you crying all the way to the discotheque.
Matt Bochenski is thrilled by a synthpop debut, staggered
by mountain musings and meets director Anton Corbijn
Synthly amazing: Hurts’
debut is an an 80s-tinged hit
Irina Björklund and
George Clooney in
The American
FILM The American
We talk to Dutch director Anton
Corbijn about his new feature fi lm
Anton Corbijn made his name as a rock
photographer working with the likes of
Joy Division, Depeche Mode and U2 before
making the switch to fi lmmaking in 2007
with Control, his Ian Curtis biopic. His
second outing as a director, The American,
is another bold success – a hitman movie
set in Italy starring George Clooney. He
described the experience to us:
Despite starring George Clooney, The
American feels like a very European fi lm?
For me, the fi lm is rooted in 1970s European
cinema in terms of pacing and look.
Americans often try to imitate this – and
fail. Why do you think that is?
The problem is that very often you become
a tourist in that environment. You have to
always guard against that. I’m visually
educated by the Dutch and the Germans in
a way and that is a very strong visual culture.
My fi lm is called The American, but it’s a
totally European fi lm in almost every regard.
How did you fi nd working with Clooney?
George is a very intelligent actor and I asked
him for advice for certain things. His take on
the scene was quite often the right direction.
But the times when he was out of his comfort
zone, that’s when it got interesting for me.
The American remake of 2007’s Swedish vampire hit Let the Right One In, called Let Me In, opens on 5 November. Fans of the original
expressed doubts, but the good news is that the fi lm is an effective thriller in its own right Jay-Z’s pop sensation Rihanna is getting Loud with her new album
on 15 November Kids rejoice! The new Diary of a Wimpy Kid novel, The Ugly Truth, is released on 10 November. 27 million people can’t wrong…
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Self-portrait © Rubens House, Antwerp

Stéphanie Duval gives us the inside scoop
on the latest trends from planet fashion
Prints charming:
patterned knits will
be a hit this winter
In knit to win it
Knitwear is this season’s hottest trend
We’re hoping for temperatures to keep
dropping and snow to appear, because
this season, knits are back in a big way.
Staying warm and toasty won’t be a problem
with a plethora of fabulous winter woollies
on offer. We saw upscale versions on the
catwalks of Band of Outsiders and Rag
& Bone, but luckily just about every
fashionable high-street chain has also
managed to pick up on the trend.
Hats off
Christophe Coppens broadens his horizons
It’s been a busy year for Belgian hat designer Christophe
Coppens. He’s opened a new atelier in Antwerp; created
a cocktail glass with Grand Marnier; and designed a special
edition DS3 for Citroën. Now, the workaholic is launching
a capsule collection with Belgian retail chain JBC – making
his designs more affordable – and illustrating a collector’s
edition of the iconic Elnett hairspray by L’Oréal. Next stop?
World domination. jbc.be; christophecoppens.com
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British label River Island opened its fi rst
Belgian store only a few months ago, but
fashion lovers – both male and female –
already know it’s where they can get the
good stuff for less. Things to look for in your
staple knitwear piece this year: quirky prints
(mix and match), wool that’s soft to the touch
(and won’t itch) and retro details like wooden
buttons and shawl collars.
riverisland.com
Coppens’ JBC
range puts his
designs in reach
for mere mortals
Jean genius:
a Marni Marni and
Current/Elliott
collaboration
Dynamic denim duo
American jeans meet Italian design
Current/Elliott, by Los Angeles-based
stylists Emily Current and Meritt Elliott
(who started out customising vintage jeans)
has long been a celeb favourite. And now it
seems the label has its eye on the die-hard
fashionista, with a collaboration with Italian
desinger label Marni. The resulting boyfriend
jeans are the perfect mix of slouchy and
sophisticated; look for ingenious details on
seams and cool patterns on cuffs. Prices
start at €200. marni.com; currentelliott.com
A ring of beauty
is a joy forever
Unique designs from Belgian jeweller
A fl ashy diamond is so passé… Instead,
check out the wonderful one-of-a-kind
pieces by Belgian designer Salima Thakker.
Crafted from pure white rhinestone, jasper
and black quartz, these rings are pieces of
unspoiled yet beautifi ed
nature on your fi nger. If
diamonds are a girl’s best
friend, these designs
exemplify the new cool girl
in town you just have to hang
out with. All rings are priced
at €180. salimathakker.com

Film-star fashion
Gérard Darel takes us from Marilyn Monroe to Robin Wright
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fashion+beauty
Lindbergh and Wright
during the photo shoot
The behind-the-scenes story of Gérard Darel’s latest campaign is an ode to icons of fashion
and style. The location of the shoot was the beautiful city and beach of French town Deauville.
Here, Robin Wright, better known for her performances in quality fi lms than paparazzi shots,
posed for photographer Peter Lindbergh, who has made a career out of portraying elegance
and beauty in a classic way. But the star of the campaign is Wright’s sweater: an exact replica
of the Irish woollen knit Marilyn Monroe wore when starring opposite Yves Montand in Let’s
Make Love, it’s the key item in Darel’s retro-inspired autumn collection. For €135, this piece
of fashion history can be yours. gerarddarel.com
Sights and smells
Pack Giorgio Armani for sweet-scented travel
“I believe the old adage that says travelling broadens the mind,” says Giorgio Armani. “Learning
about new cultures is not just good for the soul; it also helps to put things in perspective.
Travelling is a source of inspiration.” That said, we all know travelling is much more pleasurable
when you do it in style – which is probably why Mr Armani has launched his three signature
scents in travel editions. Traveller pouches come with either Acqua di Gio, Armani Code or
Emporio Armani Diamonds eau de toilette, from €70. Broaden your mind, and smell good
while doing it.
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Little luxuries:
Armani’s new
travel sets
Aff ordable art
IKEA’s exclusive new collection
Printing over two million copies of its new
catalogue each year, Swedish company
IKEA produces what you could call a Bible
on reasonably priced interior decorating.
With a sleek and typically Scandinavian
aesthetic, it has won over even the most
critical design experts. Now, the company
IKEA art by Jens
Fänge and (below)
Niklas Seglevi
has set its sights on conquering the world of
art. IKEA has asked fi ve contemporary artists
to create a unique piece for them, which
will be sold at highly affordable prices in
selected shops worldwide. In Belgium, head
to the stores in Zaventem or Hognoul to
discover a beautiful drawing by Helene
Billgren, a black-and-white illustration by
Roger Andersson or a colourful graphic by
Niklas Seglevi. Prices vary between €29
and €99 for a framed piece. ikea.com
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Isabel Lane takes a look at the designers
bringing a new twist to recycling
TREND WATCH
Something old, something new
Repurposed works that proudly display their origins
Producing work from recycled products
is nothing unusual, but the latest wave of
recycled design seems to display more
wit and verve than its sometimes dry
predecessors. The new approach embraces
the recycled aesthetic either by celebrating
and proudly brandishing an item’s former
life, or by mimicking it.
Leading the charge is the Gymnasium
range of cabinets by ethical Danish company
Mater. Launched in 2008 and originally
constructed from old gym fl oors, the
mass-produced series is now made from
renewable pine and controlled oak, with
the colourful silhouettes of the gym court
recreated on the wood. Finnish design
company Muuto, meanwhile, has released
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a sleek,
utilitarian
dining table
called Keep,
which proudly reveals its construction from
leftover wood blocks held together by metal
bands. And the recycled look is really shining
in lighting design, from British designer Lee
Broom’s pendants resembling golden and
crystal decanters to the ‘Bogracs’ enamelled
light from Hungarian duo A plus Z Design,
which is based on the traditional outdoor
cooking pots used by Gypsies. So, think
twice before you chuck out that old pan…
Clockwise from below: Mater’s Gymnasium
cabinet; the Keep dining table rocks the makeshift
look; Lee Broom’s decadent decanter lights
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design
Leg up: the ‘Missing’
Coff ee Table by
Walter Raes
The inspirational Swedish architecture and design fi rm Claesson Koivisto Rune (ckr.se) has designed its third hotel, Nobis, which
will open on Norrmalmstorg square in downtown Stockholm early next month. Expect a modern look, with plenty of natural materials and organic shapes
and furniture – including the company’s ‘Doodle’ chair for Tacchini. Check it out to check in at nobis.se
Brussels and Stockholm from €99; London from €139 return all-in
PROFILE WalterWorks
This Belgian design company embraces
waste to create art
Established In 2005 by Belgian artist
Walter Raes (pictured below), in association
with Gordon Taylor and Guy Cooper.
What? A conceptual art, design and fashion
company specialising in one-offs made from
recycled household and industrial materials.
Where? Based in London, Walterworks
pieces are sold at Milk in Shoreditch and
the Oxo Tower Gallery, as well as online.
He says “I describe my work as witty
and funky, with a big splash of good
old-fashioned Belgian cool.”
Inspired by “I come from an artistic
family; my father Edwin is a sculptor, my
mum (the late Maria Peeters) was a poet.
Growing up I was surrounded by art; my
dad took me to galleries in Antwerp and
Brussels, and we would visit the fl ea
markets in Sint-Niklaas.”
He loves “To walk in Antwerp’s
Old Town – you always fi nd
something new and inspiring.”
What’s next? “I’ve just
fi nished designing
the interior of Hari’s
Hairdressers on
London’s King’s Road.”
We love The ‘Missing’ Coffee
Table (above), €2,880.
walterworks.co.uk
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Luciano Di Gregorio brims with the festive spirit after checking out the
delicacies on off er at fi ve of Europe’s most famous Christmas markets
Once the city’s central
marketplace, Prague’s Old
Town Square sparkles during
the Christmas season
Framed by ancient squares and narrow alleys, European Christmas markets are
eclectic affairs of culture and creativity, with a focus on hearty food and family fun.
Nothing unlocks the potential of the imagination like a market’s shimmering lights
and vibrant colours. So it’s no surprise that from November to January, coats are
dusted, scarves are donned and often-adverse weather conditions are braved for the chance
to be immersed in the convivial spirit that seems to effortlessly unify an entire continent.
Mulled wine warms chilled hands as smoke wafts from roasted meat stalls and each city
celebrates the festive season in their own unique style.
Naples
Since William the Conqueror was busy shuffl ing the Anglo-Saxons out of Hastings, the
Neapolitans have been carving and painting terracotta nativity statuettes. Lining the
crumbling alleyways around Via San Gregorio Armeno, the artisan stalls of the city’s historic
Christmas market are dotted with Virgin Marys holding tightly wrapped holy infants and wise
men rubbing shoulders with Joseph the carpenter. But if these religious relics aren’t to your
taste, perhaps a miniature scowling Silvio Berlusconi taking a beating from ‘holy citizens’ will
suffi ce. Peruse such tongue-in-cheek wares while devouring a warm crêpe fi lled with Nutella.
The Via San Gregorio Armeno market operates from early December until Christmas Eve.
Prague
Prague’s impossibly picturesque Old Town
Square, the site of the city’s most popular
Christmas market, sparkles under the
watchful eye of thousand-year-old churches
and mythical clock towers. The bite to the
air doesn’t seem to concern the Czechs,
who descend from far and wide with gusto.
This city is a fairytale at any time of the year,
but the festive atmosphere, with locals
drawing strength from a cup of svarák (hot
wine) under the steeples of the Týn Church,
is truly special. Weaving amongst the
clusters of huddled adults, goggle-eyed
children devour the diverse range of
Christmas ornaments for sale, tucking into
párek v rohliku (a Czech sausage in a bun)
with as much fervour as they would an
ice cream in the height of summer.
The markets in Prague operate from the
end of November until early January.
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Oslo
In Oslo, the Christmas lights defy a darkness
that has, during the previous months, begun
to cloak the city. The Rådhusplassen market
transforms Oslo’s City Hall and breathes
life back into the surrounding alleyways.
Lights are paramount here, and traditional
ornaments are largely excluded from the
market’s Christmas trees in favour of
swathing them in copious illuminations.
Enclosed from the cold by cosy, star-topped
stalls selling julegrøt (‘yule porridge’ made
with rice) and varm kakao (warm cocoa),
Vienna
Vienna and Oslo from €99; Hannover from €139 return all-in
Light fantastic: Oslo’s
centre is illuminated by
the Rådhusplassen market
locals vie for the best of the city’s famed
ornamental hearts and stars to decorate
their homes. Swishes of colourful fabric
adorning marionettes elicit a variety of
childlike ‘oohs’ and ‘ahhs’, drowned out by
the musical stylings of performers on the
nearby stage. Indeed, the prospect of a free,
quality performance draws Oslo residents
and their families in droves.
The Rådhusplassen market runs from the
end of November until just before Christmas.
A Viennese Christkindlmarkt is a regal affair to match the city’s stately façade, and
sophisticated stalls framed by gothic architecture beckon visitors to join in the yuletide
celebrations. The Town Hall’s expanse of parkland and trees is bedecked with glittering
lights, while stalls sell tender cuts of beef washed down with hot, spicy wine and
followed by a selection of the country’s quintessential – not to
mention scrumptious – gingerbread men. If you’re wondering
where all the children have gone, look no further than the
crowd of youngsters at the Post Offi ce in the Clouds,
scribbling creatively to Christkind to request festive gifts.
And don’t miss the market’s various themed Christmas
trees, such as the Kasperl (tree with seals) and the
Herzerlbaum (tree of hearts).
Join the Town Hall’s Christkindlmarkt festivities
between the end of November and Christmas day.
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food+drink
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Hannover
Barrels of fun
at Hannover’s
Weihnachtsmarkt
In the streets and squares of Hannover’s
majestic altstadt at this time of year,
the jauntiness is almost tangible. The
city’s otherwise drab Central Station
receives a full makeover, becoming the
site of the main Weihnachtsmarkt
festivities. Numbering around 80, the
stalls here are framed by fl ashing lights
and singing Santas. Decorative ornaments
are an obsession in the imperial streets of
Hannover, and market-goers can purchase
them in a variety of shapes and sizes.
If you’re in need of respite during the
shopping frenzy, a succulent selection
of belly-bursting meat dishes should
restore the festive spirit, while fi ngers
can be thawed against mugs of the city’s
celebrated glühwein, a warm and potent
sweet wine that’s sure to dull some of
your cognitive senses. For a more active
experience, the nearby zoo offers toboggan
runs and a decorated ice rink to get the
blood pumping and keep the cold at bay.
The Central Station market is open from
late November until a few days before
Christmas. The celebrations at the zoo
carry on until mid-January.
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sleep
Aloft Brussels Schuman BRUSSELS
Place Jean Rey, tel. +32 (0)2 800 0888, aloftbrussels.com
The Aloft Brussels Schuman brings
a revitalising burst of energy to the rather
dull hotel selection in the EU Quarter of
town. Its 150 rooms are well proportioned,
with high ceilings, large windows and
designer furniture in keeping with the brand’s
‘lofty’ ambitions. Bold colour schemes are
linked by stripy patterns throughout across
the hotel. The 42in fl atscreen TVs with
plug-and-play connectivity are an added
attraction, although the DJ nights and pool
table in the open lobby (which includes the
Wxyz bar and the Re:fuel snack bar, open 24
hours) may prove more of a draw.
This is the fi rst European opening for the
brand, part of Starwood Hotels & Resorts.
Aloft is effectively a diffusion line of
W Hotels, refl ecting some of the attributes
of its big sister at a lower price point. It has
a modern design aesthetic in common, with
plenty of raw concrete and exposed ceiling
ducts in the lobby-lounge that’s sure to
polarise opinion: industrial chic for some is
unfi nished for others. The large walk-in
showers in the guestrooms could be straight
out of a W hotel; the Bliss Spa toiletries
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We scour the Brussels Airlines network for the best place to lay
your head. This month: modern Brussels and traditional Madrid
The Aloft
brings a
fresh feel
to the EU
Quarter
actually are. The ‘Aloha’ greeting, potentially
grating on a wet Wednesday in February,
neatly pitches the more relaxed service
ethos, with staff dressed in polo shirts.
There’s no restaurant, refl ecting the values
of a brand that offers free Wi-Fi, automated
check in/out and fridges in rooms.
The imposing façade of the Aloft Brussels
Schuman overlooks Place Jean Rey, the leafy
gardens of Leopold Park and the European
Parliament buildings. On the right side of
town for a quick journey to the airport,
the hotel is also only a 15-minute walk to
the tourist enclave of the Museums Quarter
and other city attractions. Doubles from
€89. Guy Dittrich
Hotel Ritz MADRID
Soak up the history
at the sumptuous
Hotel Ritz Madrid
5 Plaza de la Lealtad, tel. +34 917
016767, ritzmadrid.com
We can but aspire to age as gracefully as
Madrid’s Hotel Ritz. This grande dame may
have celebrated its centenary last month,
but it remains as fresh and elegant as the
day it opened. On fi rst impression, you could
be forgiven for thinking that not much has
changed in 100 years – the opulent interiors
remain very much in the Belle Époque style,
and both the discreet service and civilised
ambience seem of another era – but tradition
now comes hand-in-hand with the technology
expected from a modern fi ve-star hotel.
No two rooms are alike, though all 167
feature embroidered sheets, hand-woven
carpets and sumptuous soft furnishings, with
spacious marble bathrooms. Downstairs, the
lounges and restaurant are awash with art
and chandeliers, while outside there’s a large
terrace and shaded garden (a rarity in
Madrid). Beyond lies what’s become known
as the Paseo del Arte, where the Prado,
Thyssen-Bornemisza and Reina Sofi a
Museums all lie within a few minutes’ stroll.
The Ritz Madrid’s visual grandeur and
refi ned gentility make for a decadent city
escape. And better yet, the centennial
celebrations are set to continue for a full
year, with a highlight being a discounted rate
(when booked as part of a three-night stay)
of yes, you guessed it, €100. Regular rates
from €535. James Litston
Vienna’s newest fi ve-star hotel is set to open its doors on 15 November. Designed by French architect Jean Nouvel in striking glass and steel,
the Sofi tel Vienna Stephansdom will offer a top-fl oor glass-fronted restaurant with stunning views over the city, as well as a stylish bar (sofi tel.com)
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Lisa Curtiss is stunned by an electric
concept from Renault, and looks forward
to this month’s Race of Champions
A streetcar named DeZir
Renault’s concept dazzles with design
This year’s Race of Champions (ROC), to be held at
Düsseldorf’s ESPRIT arena on 27-28 November,
brings together the greatest drivers from diverse
racing disciplines in identical machinery. Among
many legendary names, the roll call includes
seven-time Formula 1 world champion Michael
drive
Red-hot concept: the
electric-powered DeZir
Hailed by many as the star of last month’s Paris Motor Show, this is Renault’s sensational-looking DeZir
concept car. Light years on from the designs currently on our roads, this electric-powered, zero-emissions
beauty is the fi rst project to be led by Laurens van den Acker and exemplifi es the brand’s new philosophy.
Axel Breun, Renault’s director of Concept Car and Show Car Design says, “DeZir is a statement of our
new formal design language, which conveys notions such as movement, sensuality and emotion through
ideal proportions.” Yann Jarsalle, leading DeZir’s exterior styling, explained that “inspiration stemmed
from the liquid sensation, wave-like movement and contrasts in light associated with certain rippled
surfaces. By directly laying out volumes and not just joining together a number of surfaces by lines, I felt
more in tune with the world of sculpture. The result is a two-seater coupé that is both sculptural in spirit
yet perfectly harmonious.” We couldn’t agree more – this is one concept we hope reaches our roads soon.
Clash of the titans
Motorsport legends go head-to-head in Race of Champions
The electric drive of your life?
Peugeot to launch world’s fi rst diesel ‘full hybrid’
Peugeot’s 3008 HYbrid4 will be the fi rst diesel full
hybrid vehicle. Combining a fuel-effi cient 2.0-litre
163bhp HDi diesel engine with a 37bhp electric
motor, its CO2 emissions will be just 99g/km.
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Sebastian Vettel, who’ve won the team event for
Germany for the past three years. Vettel says:
“It is special to do this kind of event in front of
your home crowd… and it’s a great way to end the
season.” For more info visit raceofchampions.com
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eco
At one with nature:
Oliver Heath's eco chic
Style conscience
If you want to make your home more sustainable without losing your sense of
style, a new book could have the answer – you need some eco chic in your life
“Design should be about thinking about our lives today and how they will be in the future,”
says architect and designer Oliver Heath, pictured below, author of Urban Eco Chic. “We’ve
become very short-term in the way we think – a ‘buy and move on’ attitude. But times are
changing, and personal expression is replacing quick, cheap fi xes.
"Urban eco chic is a balance of technology, nature and vintage that creates a particular
style; a design aesthetic that makes us want to be somewhere that is both functional and
beautiful. I used to be a windsurfi ng instructor while I was studying architecture, teaching
people how to respect and get the best out of nature. In the same way, I wanted to think
about buildings that worked with nature rather than trying to shut it out.”
Creating your own urban eco chic
Vintage furniture not only adds character
to your home, but also means you’re saving
something from being added to landfi ll.
Draught-proofi ng – all homes need
ventilation to stop damp and mould, but
there's a difference between this and
draughts. Fit simple draught excluders
such as a thick curtain (another excuse
to go vintage) over doors, and block up
disused fi replaces.
Light bulbs – switching to low-energy bulbs
will cut your energy bills by a sixth if you’re
still using a traditional 60W bulb.
///NEED TO KNOW
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An eco shower head mixes water with
air – it’s like having a shower in tonic water
as the water becomes effervescent, cutting
your water fl ow from about 12 litres of
water per minute to six. And it simply screws
on to your existing shower head.
The more natural light that comes into your
home, the less you need electric light – and if
you turn lights on for fi ve minutes less each
day you'll be saving all year. Keep windows dows
clean and free of obstruction, and
maximize natural light by bouncing it
off mirrors and white surfaces.
As well as Urban Eco Chic (€17), Oliver Heath
has launched a design consultancy to help you get the most out of your
home in as little as two hours. Visit oliverheath.com
A new book and design agency off ers easy
solutions for creating a chic yet green home
Green shoots:
reducing our carbon
footprint is vital for life
Clean living?
The choices we make in our daily
activities contribute to greenhouse gas
emissions and infl uence climate change
A carbon footprint is a measure of
the impact our activities have on the
environment, and in particular climate
change. It relates to the amount of
greenhouse gases produced in our dayto-day
lives through burning fossil fuels
for electricity, heating and transportation,
for example. On average, a Western
European emits the equivalent of 13 tonnes
of carbon dioxide annually. By 2050, there
will be an estimated 9 billion people on
Earth, and the planet will only be able to
absorb 1.1 tonnes of carbon dioxide per
person. This means that we will need to
reduce our emissions by about 90%.
Some activities that produce the
equivalent of one tonne of carbon dioxide:
■ Consuming 230 pieces of 250g steak
■ Consuming 100,000 pages of A4 paper
■ Consuming 170 T-shirts
■ Consuming 3 months of heating (350
litres of heating oil or 450 cubic metres
of natural gas)
■ Travelling 10,000km by car
(Polo Blue Motion)
Curious about your
impact on the planet?
To calculate your carbon footprint, visit
Brussels Airlines partner co2logic.com

With a wide variety of species and a fascinating range of methods, angling enthusiasts
would be wise to consider a trip to Africa. We check out fi ve top places to go fi sh
Hire a boat and head to
nearby Jinack Island
for fi shy business in
beautiful surroundings
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Tarpons and
jacks are up
for grabs off
Gambia’s shores
The Gambia
AGENDA\\\
africa
With a fi ne coastline and a major river running up the
centre, it’s no surprise that this small, narrow country
attracts plenty of leisure fi shermen. Offshore you
can often catch the majestic tarpon (pictured above),
while from the shoreline you can hook shovel-nosed
rays, catfi sh and barracuda. Butterfi sh and threadfi n
salmon swim among the mangrove swamps, and anglers
can lure in tigerfi sh further upriver. Look out for boats
for hire beside Denton Bridge.
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AGENDA
africa
Join local fi shermen
aboard a pirogue
on the Volta River
at Ada Foah
Ghana
The waters off Ada Foah, a fi shing village at the mouth of the Volta River to the east of Accra,
are renowned in big-game circles for their marlin fi shing. Stay at the nearby Manet Paradise
Beach Hotel (tel. +233 (0)968 22276) and they’ll arrange an expedition.
Alternatively, Lake Akosombo, an artifi cial body of water formed by a new dam, offers up
huge catfi sh; stay at The Akosombo Continental Hotel (tel. +233 (0)251 20091); staff here
can also arrange fi shing trips.
Kenya
The Indian Ocean is a sports fi sherman’s paradise, and the Kenyan town of Malindi serves as
its golden gates. Here you can catch yellowfi n tuna, hammerhead sharks, sailfi sh and marlin.
Try the family-run Kingfi sher (kenyasportfi shing.net) or reliable, though expensive,
Hemingway’s resort (hemingways.co.ke), just south of Malindi at the Watamu Marine Park.
If freshwater angling appeals, go to Kisumi on the shores of Lake Victoria, the world’s
second largest body of fresh water; you’ll have the chance to hook huge Nile perch and tilapia.
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You won’t go home
empty-handed from
a Malindi fi shing trip
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Catch of the day on
the beach in Dakar
Senegal
As well as drawing lots of amateur anglers,
the coastal waters of Senegal’s capital,
Dakar, support a thriving community of
small-scale commercial fi shermen; walk
along Yoff Beach on any weekday morning
and you’ll see them unloading their nets.
Groupers can be caught with a line and rod
from rocky outcrops around the capital,
while blue marlin and swordfi sh swim a little
further offshore. Local fi shermen are willing
to take visitors out for a spot of spear
fi shing; ask the boat-owners at Yoff Village.
Further south, near the border with The
Gambia, freshwater species can be caught in
the Sine-Saloum Delta; operators such as
The Senegal Experience (senegal.co.uk) offer
excursions from €38 per person.
Angola
Fishing opportunities are equally good
down the southwestern coast of Africa.
At Kwanza lodge (tel. +244 912 440052),
70km north of Luanda at the mouth of the
Kwanza River, you can catch tarpon, dorado
and blue marlin. The lodge has six boats
for estuary and inshore angling. Meanwhile,
Campo Rio Longa, at the southern border of
the Kissama National Park, offers good
coastal and estuary fi shing, as well as some
basic safari accommodation.
Brussels Airlines flies to 20 African destinations. For more information visit brusselsairlines.com
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Homeboy
Wouldn’t it be great to be able to enjoy all the comforts of home while
also satisfying your wanderlust? Internet-savvy companies are now
making house-swapping, homestays and ‘un-hotels’ available to budget-
conscious travellers. Jenny McNeely explores the best of both worlds
Photography Paul Farnham
No one likes to be labelled
a tourist, so what better
way to travel than
by tapping into the
knowledge of those who love somewhere
enough to make it their home? Debbie
Wosskow, founder of Luxe Home Swap
(luxehomeswap.com) has seen the concept
gain popularity fast. “Budgets are now
more constrained, and people are beginning
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to see their property as an asset base
that allows them to travel,” she says. “We
want to travel like locals, and to move
the experience of being ‘at home’ into
a completely different context.”
Personality contest
Retired journalist Abbey tried out the ‘living
rather than staying’ experience, swapping her
villa in France with a flat in Copenhagen

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belonging to 26-year-old DJ Emil: “I would
never have picked Copenhagen,” she says,
“but when we started emailing, our sense
of humour was such a good fit. Because of
Emil, the city came with its own personality.”
And how did urban dweller Emil find the
experience? “He said it was a little piece of
heaven,” responds Abbey. “They didn’t even
have a balcony in their apartment, so they
loved the space. I left lots of maps and
guidebooks, but they didn’t do anything
– they just cooked and stayed by the pool.”
The passion people feel for where they
live is demonstrated by Belgian swapper
Chantal, who joined Luxe Home Swap
because she couldn’t bear the thought of
her property in Santorini sitting empty:
“I believe that houses are living,” she says.
“If there’s nobody in the house, it’s as if
it is slowly dying. We wanted to find a way
to use it.” Chantal also saw her travel
horizons broadened through the medium
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of other people’s lives, as when people
interested in swapping with her got in
touch from all over the world she found
herself day-dreaming of places she’d
never previously thought of visiting.
Swap in the city
Zoe Hine launched Swap My City Pad
(swapmycitypad.com) after being
made redundant. The recession that
kick-started her business also made
We want to travel like
locals, and to move the
experience of being ‘at
home’ into a completely
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it an instant success, due to increasing
budget concerns; her focus on urban
apartments ensures indulgent weekend city
breaks don’t have to be a thing of the past.
The website features a ‘My City’ database,
where members can leave tips to create
an instant guidebook that travellers can
dip into before or during a trip. The huge
success of sites like TripAdvisor, eBay and
Twitter mean that we’ve come to trust what
we read online, and we look to our peers
for advice and knowledge. You can even
join particular networks based on your
profession; if you only wish to swap
with fellow dentists, you can do so.
If a straight swap doesn’t appeal, but
you’re intrigued by the prospect of stepping
into someone else’s life, the onefinestay
(onefinestay.com) site makes a great
hunting ground for authentic travel.
This ‘un-hotel’ experience bridges the
gap between home-swaps and hotels by

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HOUSE-SWAP HOLIDAYS
Guests are given an iPhone with an app that
contains information about the property and the
area – a passport to becoming an instant local
providing the freedom and uniqueness of
the former with the services of the latter.
The bric-a-brac of the owner’s life is tidied
away, toiletries from the White Company
are arranged and fluffy towels are folded,
providing everything you’d expect from
a four-star hotel. Co-founder Greg Marsh
admits bringing geekery into every aspect
of the business, including providing an
iPhone for the duration of a stay. This
is loaded with a onefinestay app that
contains everything you need to know
about the property and tips from the owner
for exploring the area – in other words,
a passport to becoming an instant local.
Simply point your iPhone at the barcode
stickers in your new ‘home’ and a video will
pop up telling you how to work the heating
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or dishwasher, or give you a guided tour.
The gadgets tell the story of the house
– and they’re interesting tales.
I sampled a pied-à-terre in the heart
of London’s Monopoly-board must-have,
Mayfair – a plush but cosy blend of high
ceilings and book-lined walls – and also tried
the ultimate bachelor’s pad: a high-tech
apartment with views over the Houses of
Parliament that, even for a Londoner, were
breathtaking. Staying in these wonderfully
unique properties allowed access to
fascinating pockets of the city.
Travelling companions
If you don’t have a property to swap, or you’d
like your insider info delivered in person,
you might want to sign up to Crashpadder
(crashpadder.com), a site that helps those
visiting cities for work or pleasure link up
with people who have space for rent. It
offers 1,155 rooms in 78 countries, which
you can browse on a site that is as much
a social network as an accommodation
service, creating a ‘homestay community’.
Reminiscent of dating sites, Crashpadder
encourages members to match their
personalities to that of their hosts. If you
like second-hand bookshops you can seek
out a bibliophile who knows the best
bookshops in town, or if you like to be
in tucked up by 9pm you can find hosts
who also turn in early.
Friendly footprints
The company also offers a more sustainable
way to travel: ‘carbon coach’ Dave Hampton
has calculated that a stay with Crashpadder
means your carbon footprint is around
80% smaller than if you’d stayed in a hotel.
And it seems it’s not just pleasure-seekers
who are choosing to travel this way, with
Crashpadder founder Stephen Rapoport

estimating that 50% of users are business
people – the most cost-conscious travellers,
and those most likely to have grown weary
of the ‘chocolate on the pillow’ sameness
of hotel rooms.
Rapoport notes that his company relies on
the concept “that most people in the world
are really nice – the whole site is based on
that principle.” And with Abbey claiming that
her swap “restored her faith in humanity”,
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entrant dans l’intimité des personnes qui ont
choisi de vivre dans cet endroit ?
Abbey, journaliste à la retraite s’est lancée dans
l’aventure avec Luxe Home Swap (luxehomeswap.
com), en échangeant sa villa en France contre un
flat à Copenhague, appartenant à Emil, un DJ de
26 ans. « Je n’aurais jamais choisi Copenhague, »
confie-t-elle, « mais lorsque nous avons
commencé à correspondre par mail, notre sens de
l’humour était tellement semblable ! Emil m’a fait
voir la ville à travers sa personnalité. »
Swap My City Pad (swapmycitypad.com) offre
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city breaks ne ressemblent à des incursions dans
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voyageurs et locataires, sur un site qui s’apparente
autant à un réseau social qu’à un service d’hébergement.
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DETECTIVE TOURS
Thanks to writers like Stieg Larsson and Henning Mankell, the
picturesque streets of Stockholm and Ystad are thronged with visitors
looking for something far more sinister than the perfect holiday snap.
Andrew Pemberton follows the trail of the country’s crime novels
Illustrations Migy
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most

People prefer fiction to fact,”
says Vivianne Jeppsson with
the slightest hint of a sigh.
A tour guide based in Ystad,
which lies on the south coast of Sweden just
an hour’s drive across the Øresund Bridge
from Copenhagen, she takes hundreds of
tourists around her home town each year.
She shows them the narrow streets and
half-timbered houses of the medieval city
centre. She points out the roses and
hollyhocks snaking up the walls of the
13th-century monastery. She walks them
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DETECTIVE TOURS
past the hustle and bustle and 1950s styling
of the Freidolf café. These visitors, however,
aren’t here for mere sightseeing – they’re
here for murder. For Jeppsson is the premier
guide for In The Footsteps of Wallander: the
walking tour based on the exploits of the
dark, misanthropic, humourless detective
Kurt Wallander, featured in the famous
books by Henning Mankell.
New York may boast the astonishingly
successful Sex and The City Tour, in which
tireless Carrie Bradshaw fans march around
Manhattan for up to eight hours, while
visitors to London can prowl the alleyways
of the city on the Jack The Ripper walk, but
Sweden is cornering the market in its own
kind of magical mystery tour. In addition
to Jeppsson’s Wallander walk, there’s the
Millennium Tour in Stockholm, which takes
fans around the places mentioned in Stieg
Larsson’s 20 million-selling thriller trilogy.
Then there are the Murder Tour, which
40 Brussels Airlines b.there! magazine November 2010
visits the Swedish capital’s most grisly
crime scenes, the Stockholm Syndrome
Tour – which, one presumes, everyone
raves about once it’s over – and the
Stockholm Ghost Tour.
Wallander wander
The Wallander tour, conducted in English,
Swedish and German, has been running
for eight years, during which time it has
successfully mined the public’s ongoing
fascination with the bestselling books.
So far, 10 stories have been serialised on
Swedish TV, while a further 24 have been
made by Mankell’s Ystad TV Studio, which
is located at the town’s old army base.
Most recently, the BBC bought the rights
to serialise six books, with Kenneth Branagh
starring as the grumpy hero.
So why are so many people so interested
in retracing the steps of a man that Branagh
describes as “a walking open wound”? Says
Jeppsson, “He is a normal man. He has
normal needs. You can relate to him.” Her
yomp around Ystad (pronounced ‘ee-stad’)
takes in the colourful shops and cafés, and
beautiful churches of the medieval town.
With cascading window boxes lining the
route, one observer has pointed out that
Ystad “is more dainty than dangerous.”
The tour takes in the Hotel Continental,
where Wallander likes to dine, the Ystad
Saltsjöbad, where Wallander once failed
to enjoy a one-night stand, and a succession
of bars and pizzerias in which he occupies
his often-miserable downtime.
“It is a great feeling to come to this
beautiful medieval town and discover a
fiction in the middle of it, “ says Jeppsson.
“But once you are here you will also find
a landscape similar to Provence. A lot of
artists choose to live here because of the
special light, and the landscape of beaches
and pine trees. With 400km of coastline,

It is great to
come to this
beautiful town
and discover
a fi ction in the
middle of it
you are in close contact with water wherever
you go. It’s just a wonderful place.”
Millennium magic
Just as Jeppsson hopes Wallander will help
tourists appreciate Ystad, tour guide Sara
Claesson describes the main mission of
the Millennium Tour as telling “the story
of Stockholm.” But she too admits that
while “the people in the Millennium books
are fiction, they really mean something
to people.” Designed to attract younger
visitors to the city, there were eight
Millennium tours in 2008. This year, there
will be over 300. “We get everyone from
18-year-olds to those who aren’t able to
walk any more,” says Claesson. And when
the David Fincher-directed remake of The
Girl With The Dragon Tattoo hits screens in
December, “there will be even more tours.”
Most of the walk is located in the once
working-class but now bohemian district
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DETECTIVE TOURS
of Södermalm, an island in the centre of
Stockholm. “All the good guys in the books
are from Södermalm,” says Claesson. “It is
where Larsson lived. All the bad guys are
from elsewhere.” As a campaigning journalist
who received death threats from right-wing
extremists, Larsson’s home is a secret. But
the apartment of Mikael Blomkvist – the
books’ hero – is another matter, and the
view over Riddarfjärden from ‘his’ flat is
a tour highlight. The walk also takes in the
7-Eleven mentioned in the books, where
sightseers can buy Billy’s Deep Pan Pizza.
From there the tour snakes through narrow
18th-century cobblestone paths to the
coffee houses where Blomkvist feeds his
caffeine addiction and the hotels where
he enjoys secret trysts. It passes by
the offices of Blomkvist’s fictitious
Millennium magazine – actually the offices
of Greenpeace – and stops at Montelius
Vägen, a wooden walkway from where
you can see the courthouse and police
headquarters that feature heavily in the
books. The truly committed can even take
a three-hour ferry ride to Sandhamn in
Sweden’s outer archipelago, to visit where
the late author had a summerhouse.
Curious crimes
Back in the downtown region of Stockholm,
talkative expat Englishman Anthony Heads
runs The Stockholm Murder Tour, a walk that
revisits famous crime scenes from 1920 up
to the present day. Heads – a crime
enthusiast who has lived in Stockholm for 10
years – dresses as a detective and recounts
the facts behind each case, and even
produces photos of the crime scene to make
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There is something
in the Swedish national
psyche that attracts
them to crime stories
his grisly points. He says he often gets
police officers taking the tour. “They have
rarely heard of all the crimes I talk about,” he
says. “They are always surprised.”
Heads’ ‘favourite’ story concerns the
so-called ‘vampire murder’ of 1932, when
a prostitute was found murdered in her
own apartment, her body drained of blood.
“Next to her body they found a soup ladle
that the murderer used to drink her blood,”
he says. “It is very creepy.” Heads believes
Swedes are fascinated with crime. “There
is something in the Swedish national psyche
that attracts them to crime stories, real
or fictionalised,” he says. “When prime
minister Olof Palme was assassinated in
1986, Sweden became less of an open,
naïve society. It lost its innocence. Now
the country is very interested in crime
and the underworld.”
Sara Claesson, however, doesn’t quite
agree. “I think that Stockholm is more like
the British TV series Midsomer Murders,”
she says. “Midsomer is a very nice place,
where lot of people get murdered – but it’s
fiction. I am not afraid of Stockholm. At
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habituels clichés de vacances. Andrew
Pemberton suit à la trace les lieux
emblématiques de la littérature policière.
« Les gens préfèrent la fiction à la réalité, » nous
dit Vivianne Jeppsson. Cette guide, basée à Ystad,
emmène les touristes dans « les Pas de
Wallander », une promenade commentée des
exploits du détective misanthrope Kurt
Wallander, le personnage de l’écrivain Henning
Mankel. Apparemment, la Suède se place en
bonne position sur ce marché des tours insolites.
Le tour de Wallander, organisé depuis huit ans,
pérégrine à travers la merveilleuse ville médiévale,
d’où l’on aperçoit l’Hôtel Continental, où
Wallander aime dîner, et les bars et pizzerias dans
lesquels il vient souvent noyer sa déprime. « C’est
fantastique de découvrir cette charmante ville du
Moyen-Age sous l’angle de la fiction, » confie
Jeppsson. « Une fois sur place, vous serez aussi
conquis par la beauté de l’endroit. »
La guide Sara Claesson, considère pour sa part,
que la mission principale du Millennium Tour de
Stockholm – qui conduit les fans à travers les
lieux de la célèbre trilogie de Stieg Larsson – est
de raconter « l’histoire de Stockholm. » Cette
année, la ville prévoit la mise sur pied de plus de
300 tours, destinés à attirer les plus jeunes
visiteurs. La plupart des circuits se déroulent
dans ce qui fut autrefois le quartier ouvrier, devenu
le district bobo de Södermalm, où vivait Larsson.
Enfin, dans le centre de Stockholm, Anthony
Heads, un Anglais expatrié, a monté le Stockholm
Murder Tour, qui revisite les fameuses scènes de
crime de 1920 jusqu’à nos jours. « Il y a quelque
chose dans l’esprit des Suédois qui les passionne
pour les histoires de crime, » conclut-il.
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Given its cosmopolitan
origins, it’s no wonder that
Tel Aviv is a great city for
food. The sheer range of
cuisine on offer, however, is greater than
you might expect. It will come as little
surprise to find the spicy flavours of the
Levant colliding with the seafood and fresh
produce of the Med. But there’s more to
this city’s dining scene than Middle Eastern
and Mediterranean cuisine. Immigrants
from Poland, Germany, Russia, Bukhara,
North Africa, Iraq and the Yemen have
brought their own dishes to the melting pot.
Futhermore, young Israelis love to bring back
Asian recipes from their travels in the Far
East to enjoy in their home city.
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TEL AVIV CUISINE
We mix tahini with lemon juice for a breakfast
dip, or add honey to make a halvah-like dessert
Indigenous delights
Hummus has been a favourite of Middle
Eastern cuisine for 7,000 years, but this
Arab dish isn’t ubiquitous in Tel Aviv. “In
Israel we so enjoy the tahini – or sesame
paste – that goes into hummus that we use
it by itself,” says Ronen Skinezes, chef at
buzzy beachfront restaurant Manta Ray
(Alma Beach, tel. +972 (0)3 517 4773).
“We spice up tahini with lemon juice for
a breakfast dip, and mix it with honey to
make a halvah-like dessert for dinner.”
Between May and October, Manta Ray
serves hummus on the beach from a kiosk.
At other times, Skinezes heads to the
medieval warrens of the old city of Jaffa
when he has a hummus craving: “Abu Hassan
(1 Dolphin Street, Jaffa, no reservations)
is the place… they make it fresh every
morning, and when it’s gone, it’s gone.”
Olives have also been cultivated here for
thousands of years, and Israel makes fine
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olive oil. A personal bottle is presented to
every customer at Raphael (87 Hayarkon
street, tel. +972 (0)3 522 6464), which
serves salads of amazingly sweet, small
tomatoes cultivated in the Negev Desert.
Israel’s avocados are now as famous
as the country’s citrus fruits; look out for
them at breakfast, alongside local dairy
goodies such as laban (a cross between
buttermilk and yoghurt) and soft local
cheeses. They’re all laid out to be enjoyed
with cucumber, tomatoes and home-grown
herbs; the hearty breakfasts once reserved
for farmers in the fields are now a firmly
established urban tradition.
Mint turns up not only on breakfast
buffets but also in the city’s favourite
beverage: a combination of green tea and
huge handfuls of the bright green leaves,
known as ‘nana tea’. Or if you’re after
something stronger, Israeli wine was first
grown on this territory in Roman times,
Tel Aviv soul food
Hummus as served on the beach
from the Manta Ray restaurant
Ingredients
2 cups dried chickpeas, soaked
overnight in cold water
1/3 cup ice cubes
1/3 cup lemon juice
1/2 cup tahini paste
2 garlic cloves, crushed
1tsp ground cumin
salt
The Thai House is the
place to go for authentic
Southeast Asian fl avours
Method Place the chickpeas in a large
saucepan with cold water to cover, bring
to the boil and cook over a medium heat for
one hour until very tender. Drain, reserving
1/4 cup of the cooking liquid. Transfer the
chickpeas, reserved cooking liquid and ice
cubes to a food processor, add the lemon
juice, tahini, garlic and cumin, and whizz
until smooth. Season to taste and serve.

Fresh fl avours from
the buff et at the Dan
Panorama Hotel

TEL AVIV CUISINE
and is now winning international awards
thanks to a new generation of winemakers.
Immigrant eats
Immigrants have brought a plethora of
influences, from the cold-weather food
of eastern European to the spicy dishes of
North Africa. The former includes famous
dishes associated with Ashkenazi Jewish
cuisine, such as chopped liver, gefilte fish
(poached carp dumpling) and chicken soup
with kreplach or kneidlach dumplings. These
old-fashioned dishes can be hard to find now
the spicier dishes of the Sephardic tradition
are preferred, but examples are always on
offer at the Friday-night buffets that are
the pride of the city’s big hotels.
Moroccan and Tunisian immigrants have
made couscous a new Israeli staple, and
introduced slow-cooked lamb with olives,
prunes or apricots. These communities also
lay claim to a local favourite, shakshuka
– a dish of eggs sitting in a spicy tomato
sauce. It’s found in many breakfast places,
but the owner of the joint dedicated to the
dish, Dr Shakshuka (4 Beit Eshel Street,
Jaffa, tel. +972 (0)3 518 6560), insists that
the recipe originated in Libya.
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Also bringing their traditional dishes are
immigrants from Iraq (making bulgur wheat
into boat-shaped pastries known as kubee,
stuffed with meat and fried), Yemen and,
most recently, Russia. “The Russians have
brought many kinds of dumplings or piroshki,
stuffed cabbage and other appetisers,” says
Miki Nir, chef at the Dan Panorama Hotel
(Charles Clore Park, tel. +972 (0)3 519
0190). Nir makes these zakuski, as the
snacks are known, for his Russian corner on
the hotel’s breakfast buffet, and likes to eat
Russian food at Baba Yaga (12 Hayarkon
Street, tel. +972 (0)5 7944 4039) on his day
off. He also employs several Bukharan chefs,
saying, “The Bukharans have really enriched
our cuisine with all kinds of rice dishes.”
Far East fl avours
There may be few indigenous Jews in the Far
East, but Israelis travel in droves to India
and Thailand, and have imported the cuisines
of their favourite holiday destinations to
Tel Aviv. Perhaps surprisingly, there is also
a local passion for sushi.
Dishes with a Vietnamese influence
appear on the menu at Montefiore (36
Montefiore Street, tel. +972 (0)3 564 6100)
in the area behind Rothschild Boulevard
dominated by smart galleries. “But this is
only a French colonial influence…” says
the restaurant’s CEO Oren Schnabel, “when
I want all-out Asian food I go to the Thai
House (8 Bograshov Street, tel. +972
(0)3 517 8568), which is one of the best
restaurants in Tel Aviv.” He continues,
“When it comes to modern Asian food, Sushi
Samba (27 Habarzel Street, tel. +972 (0)3
644 4345) does a good job, and so does
Zepra (96 Yigal Alon, tel. +972 (0)3 624
0044), which offers fusion cuisine. Asian
food has become so popular here because
it’s lighter, and the fresh ingredients and
spices suit our palates.”
The Montefiore doesn’t serve indigenous
food, immigrant fare or pan-Asian cuisine
– it’s an original, yet nevertheless one of
the finest restaurants in Tel Aviv. And
that’s what makes this city such an exciting
place to dine; in addition to the myriad
influences, there are many restaurants
that simply defy definition.
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Above left: Manta
Ray’s beachfront
location is an ideal
spot for its delicious
seafood menu
Above: French
cuisine with a
Vietnamese twist
at stylish Montefiore
FR La table de Tel Aviv
Anthea Gerrie a questionné les chefs
locaux sur la délicieuse diversité culinaire de
Tel Aviv, véritable fusion de saveurs dans une
ville cosmopolite
L’houmous est depuis plus de 7 000 ans un des
mets favoris de la cuisine du Moyen-Orient. On le
sert au Manta Ray, en bord de plage (Alma Beach,
tél. +972 (0)3 517 4773). Pour le chef, Ronen
Skinezes, cet ingrédient se prête à différentes
utilisations : « Nous ajoutons du jus de citron au
tahini pour en faire une sauce, et du miel pour en
faire un dessert. » On cultive également des olives
dans la région depuis des milliers d’années, et au
Raphael (87 Hayarkon street, tél. +972 (0)3 522
6464), on offre une bouteille d’huile d’olive à
chaque convive.
Les immigrants ont également apporté une kyrielle
d’influences. Les Européens de l’Est ont amené des
plats de la cuisine juive Ashkenazi, tels la crêpe
farcie et la soupe aux boulettes. Les Marocains et
les Tunisiens, quant à eux, seraient à l’origine du
célèbre shakshuka – des œufs aux tomates épicées
– mais le propriétaire du Dr Shakshuka (4 Beit
Eshel Street, tél. +972 (0)3 518 6560) réfute cette
idée : la recette vient de Libye. Les immigrants
russes ont « introduit les boulettes, le chou farci
au riz et autres amuse-gueule, » poursuit Miki Nir,
chef à l’Hôtel Dan Panorama (Charles Clore Park,
tél. +972 (0)3 519 0190). Il apprécie le Baba Yaga
(12 Hayarkon Street, tél. +972 (0)5 7944 4039).
Enfin, les jeunes Israéliens ont importé les recettes
de leurs vacances de prédilection en Extrême-
Orient. Des influences vietnamiennes font ainsi
leur apparition au menu français du Montefiore
(36 Montefiore Street, tél. +972 (0)3 564 6100),
et le CEO Oren Schnabel confie que « lorsqu’il veut
une cuisine asiatique à 100%, il se rend à la Thai
House (8 Bograshov Street, tél. +972 (0)3 517 8568). »
NL Aan tafel in Tel Aviv
Anthea Gerrie vraagt plaatselijke chefkoks
naar de smakelijkste en gevarieerde
culinaire aanraders van Tel Aviv, en proeft van
de mengelmoes van smaken in de smeltkroes
van deze wereldstad
Hummus heeft al 7000 jaar een prominente plaats
in de keuken van het Midden-Oosten. Het wordt
aan de kust geserveerd bij Manta Ray (Alma Beach,
tel. +972 (0)3 517 4773), waar chef Ronen Skinezes
beweert dat de ingrediënten ook andere doeleinden
hebben: “We gebruiken tahini met citroensap als
dipsaus en mengen het met honing om een dessert
te bereiden.” Ook olijven worden al duizenden
jaren lang geproduceerd in de streek. Bij Raphael
(87 Hayarkon street, tel. +972 (0)3 522 6464)
krijgt elke klant een fles olijfolie mee naar huis.
Immigranten hebben heel wat invloeden
meegebracht. Oost-Europeanen brachten
specialiteiten van Asjkenazische joden mee.
Marokkaanse en Tunesische inwijkelingen zouden
de plaatselijke favoriet shakshuka hebben
ingevoerd – eieren met gekruide tomaten – maar
de eigenaar van Dr Shakshuka (4 Beit Eshel
Street, tel. +972 (0)3 518 6560) beweert dat het
originele recept uit Libië komt. “Russische
immigranten introduceerden hartige
meelballetjes, gevulde kool met rijst en andere
hapjes”, zegt Miki Nir, chef van het Dan Panorama
Hotel (Charles Clore Park, tel. +972 (0)3 519
0190). Hij is een fan van Baba Yaga (12 Hayarkon
Street, tel. +972 (0)5 7944 4039). Jonge Israeli,
ten slotte, brachten de geneugten van hun
geliefkoosde vakanties in het Verre Oosten mee.
Dat leidt tot Vietnamese invloeden op het Franse
menu van Montefiore (36 Montefiore Street, tel.
+972 (0)3 564 6100), en CEO Oren Schnabel
zegt: “Als ik trek heb in Aziatische specialiteiten,
ga ik naar het Thai House (8 Bograshov Street,
tel. +972 (0)3 517 8568).”
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My
Bologna
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Massimo Mutti is the artistic director of the annual Bologna Jazz
Festival (festivaljazzbologna.it), one of Italy’s most prestigious
music events. He guides us through his hometown, revealing a love
of churches, green spaces, ragù sauce and, of course, live jazz
CITY FOCUS\\\
My city is full of sound:
declared a UNESCO
City of Music in
2007, Bologna is tied
to jazz by a long-standing and very special
love. Since 1958, there’s not been a highranking
jazzista or promising youngster
who hasn’t passed through here for the
oldest jazz festival in Italy. The city has seen
all the greats, from Chet Baker to Duke
Ellington, Ella Fitzgerald to Sarah Vaughan,
and Keith Jarrett to Miles Davis.
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Day One
■ 9:00 Start by taking a quick walking tour
of this fascinating city. To get your bearings
and enjoy a panoramic view looking out over
beautiful red roofs, climb to the top of the
Asinelli Tower (Piazza di Porta Ravegnana).
The famous Due Torri (two towers) are the
city’s great symbols; Asinelli is the highest
medieval Italian tower, while its twin
Garisenda – the smallest – is mentioned
in Dante’s The Divine Comedy.
■ 10:00 From Piazza di Porta Ravegnana
head towards Piazza della Mercanzia where,
walking in the direction of Via Clavature,
you can admire the wonderful Loggia dei
Mercanti. While on Via Clavature I never
Piazza Maggiore is
the heart of the city,
with some of its most
bewitching buildings
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Clockwise from left:
It may look arduous, but
ascending the Asinelli
Tower is worth it for the
view; The vast Basilica
of San Petronio – the
fifth largest in the world
– dominates Piazza
Maggiore; The city’s
attractive arcades, such
as on Via Zamboni,
stretch for some 35km;
Join the cool crowd at
the Bravo Caffè to enjoy
the best in live jazz
Opposite page:
Giambologna’s Neptune,
god of the sea, towers
over Piazza del Nettuno
Previous page:
Via Zamboni with
the ciy’s iconic Due
Torri (two towers)
in the background
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miss the chance to visit the beautiful church
of Santa Maria della Vita (at number 10),
dating from the 13th century, where you can
find one of the great masterpieces of Italian
sculpture, the 15th-century La Pietà by
Niccolò dell’Arca. From here you can enter
Piazza Maggiore, the pulsing heart of the
city that’s surrounded by some of its most
bewitching buildings: the Podestà palace,
the Accursio palace, the Basilica of San
Petronio and the Banchi palace. From
Piazza Maggiore you appear on the Piazza
del Nettuno, with its fountain of the
all-powerful Neptune by Giambologna,
and the Palazzo Re Enzo.
■ 13:00 Now the really fun part: lunch! Walk
along Via Rizzoli in the direction of the Due
Torri to stop at Taverna di Roberto (9b Via
San Vitale, tel. +39 051 266851) under the
porticoes of Via San Vitale. It’s an elegant
dining room, but not well known by people
outside the city – a place where you can
enjoy typical Bolognese cuisine with the
locals. Fish fresh from the market is one
menu highlight, or try the delicious pasta.
Rodrigo
I Carracci
Piazza del Nettuno
Caffè Zanarini
Asinelli Tower
Montagnola Park
Via dell’Indipendenza
Cantina Bentivoglio
Taverna di Roberto
Corte Isolani
The Bravo Caffè
The church of Santo Stefano
North
International Museum and Library of Music
Take Five Genuine Music Club
GRAPHICS
PICKERSGILL/ACUTE JASON
Margherita Gardens
200 metres ILLUSTRATION
■ 14.30 To work off your lunch, stroll the
short distance from Via San Vitale to Piazza
Santo Stefano, with its curious triangular
shape. During the summer there are evening
concerts held here. The church of Santo
Stefano deserves an in-depth visit, as it’s
constructed from a complex of a good seven
churches – called Santa Gerusalemme – all
built during different historical ages. You’ll
also find a pagan altar inside.
■ 17:30 In Piazza Santo Stefano, make
your way to the Corte Isolani (Via Santo
Stefano), where you’ll find a beautiful
assortment of shops housed in architecture
that is both ancient and unusual; I love
browsing through the antique stalls
and small art shops.
■ 19:00 Take an early evening passeggiata
(stroll) towards the Zona Università, which
is 900 years old and made up of Via Zamboni
and the various side roads leading off it.
Alternatively, explore the tangle of streets
that were originally the Jewish quarter
(Via Valdonica, Via dell’Inferno, Via de’
ALAMYMAP
Giudei and Vicolo Tubertini), heading IMAGE
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towards Via Mascarella. The Bravo Caffè
(1 Via Mascarella, bravocaffe.it) is a very
popular haunt, and a great place to check
out some live jazz.
■ 20:00 For dinner, the Cantina Bentivoglio
(4b Via Mascarella, tel. +39 051 265416,
cantinabentivoglio.it) is one of the most
historic jazz clubs in Bologna. Enjoy a typical
meal – such as the taglioline with prosciutto
and lemon, or salsiccia with sweet and sour
onions – washed down with some excellent
wine, all to the rhythm of jazz.
Day Two
■ 9:00 There’s no better way to start the
day than with a really good cappuccino and
brioche in historic Caffè Zanarini (1 Piazza
Galvani). One of the city’s most famous bars,
it’s at its best first thing in the morning,
before everyone starts their working days.
■ 9:30 Bologna is full of intriguing museums
and art galleries, but my favourite is the
International Museum and Library of Music
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There’s no better way
to start the day than
with a cappuccino in
historic Caff è Zanarini
(34 Strada Maggiore, museomusicabologna.
it). The museum is housed in the Palazzo
Aldini Sanguinetti, decorated in fine
Napoleonic style with tasteful neoclassical
frescoes. It contains an important collection
of instruments from various ages and, in
a room on the ground floor, a reconstruction
of the workshop of famed violin maker – and
proud Bolognese – Otello Bignami.
■ 11:30 After the museum, get some
fresh air with an excursion to the beautiful
Margherita Gardens (Viale Gozzadini),
Bologna’s green heart that also boasts
a lake. I love to take a stroll between the
Left: Explore the sounds
of the city’s past at the
International Museum
and Library of Music
Below: The imposing
façade of the church of
San Benedetto on Via
dell’Indipendenza
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avenues of trees, stopping for a while on
the grass to soak up a bit of autumn sun
while looking at the swans.
■ 13:00 Take lunch at Rodrigo (2h Via della
Zecca, tel. +39 051 220445), set in the
historical Palazzo della Zecca. A favourite
with locals for generations – it opened in
1949 – it serves excellent tortellini al ragù.
■ 14:30 Spend the afternoon under the
porticoes of the long Via dell’Indipendenza,
the principal road of the centro storico,
which leads from Piazza Maggiore to Porta
Galliera – one of the old gateways that
circle the city. This is one of the best
shopping areas, where you can find goods
of all kinds covering all budgets, often
housed in historical buildings.
■ 16:00 When you’re tired of shopping,
you can rest on a bench in the Montagnola
Park (Piazza VIII Agosto). As you may have
realised, I do love a bit of time in a park
and a chance to get away from it all for
a while. Montagnola is actually elevated:
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it’s reached by a set of marble stairs, which
during the foggy nights of winter provide
a magnificent spectacle when lit up with
numerous streetlights.
■ 19:00 Time for an aperitivo from the
modern, sleek and well stocked bar of
the Take Five Genuine Music Club (15
Via Cartoleria, tel. +39 051 229039,
takefivebologna.it). This is a great
place to check out up-and-coming and
international live music talent.
■ 21:00 For a real treat, dine at elegant
I Carracci (2 Via Manzoni, tel. +39 051
222049) at the Grand Hotel Majestic
Già Baglioni, with a frescoed ceiling from
the Carracci school. It serves beautifully
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Left: Enjoy dinner with
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FR Mon parcours de Bologne
Massimo Mutti, directeur artistique du
Festival de Jazz de Bologne (festivaljazz
bologna.it), nous fait découvrir sa ville natale
Jour 1
9:00 Pour vous repérer, grimpez au sommet de la
Tour Asinelli (Piazza di Porta Ravegnana), l’une
des Due Torri emblématiques de la ville... 10:00
Visitez la magnifique église Santa Maria della
Vita (10 Via Clavature) et la Piazza Maggiore, le
cœur animé de la cité... 13:00 Dégustez la cuisine
bolognaise à la Taverna di Roberto (9b Via San
Vitale)... 14.30 L’église Santo Stefano (Piazza
Santo Stefano) a été bâtie à partir d’un groupe
d’églises... 17:30 Le Corte Isolani (Via Santo
Stefano) est un super lieu de shopping... 19:00
Faites une passeggiata (promenade) jusqu’à la
Zona Università, explorez ensuite le vieux
quartier juif. Et allez écouter du bon Jazz au
Bravo Caffè (1 Via Mascarella)... 20:00 Le club
de Jazz Cantina Bentivoglio (4b Via Mascarella)
sert d’excellents plats.
Jour 2
9:00 Prenez un cappuccino et une brioche au Caffè
Zanarini (1 Piazza Galvani)... 9:30 Visitez le Musée
international et la Bibliothèque de la musique (34
Strada Maggiore). Des violons du célèbre luthier
bolognais Otello Bignami y sont exposés... 11:30
Allez respirer dans les somptueux Jardins
Margherita (Viale Gozzadini)... 13:00 Appréciez
un lunch chez Rodrigo (2h Via della Zecca), dans
le Palazzo della Zecca... 14:30 Faites du shopping
sous les portiques de la Via dell’Indipendenza...
16:00 Reposez-vous dans le Parc Montagnola
(Piazza VIII Agosto)... 19:00 Prenez un aperitivo
au Club Take Five Genuine (15 Via Cartoleria)...
21:00 Savourez une cuisine merveilleusement
préparée de la province émilienne dans l’élégant
I Carracci (2 Via Manzoni).
NL Mijn Bologna
Massimo Mutti, de artistieke directeur
van het Bologna Jazz Festival (festivaljazz
bologna.it) leidt ons rond in zijn stad
Dag een
9u00 Beklim de Asinelli Tower (Piazza di Porta
Ravegnana), een van de Due Torri en een prachtig
oriëntatiepunt annex stadssymbool... 10u00
Bezoek de mooie kerk van Santa Maria della Vita
(10 Via Clavature) en Piazza Maggiore, het
kloppende hart van de stad... 13u00 Smul van
Bolognese specialiteiten in Taverna di Roberto
(9b Via San Vitale)... 14u30 De kerk Santo
Stefano (Piazza Santo Stefano) is een constructie
van een complex van kerken... 17u30 In de Corte
Isolani (Via Santo Stefano) kan je heerlijk
shoppen... 19u00 Tijd voor een passeggiata
(wandeling) langs de Zona Università en de oude
Joodse wijk. Geniet in het Bravo Caffè (1 Via
Mascarella) van jazz... 20u00 De jazz club Cantina
Bentivoglio (4b Via Mascarella) tovert prima
maaltijden op je bord.
Dag twee
9u00 Ontbijt met cappuccino en brioche in Caffè
Zanarini (1 Piazza Galvani)... 9u30 In het
International Museum and Library of Music
(34 Strada Maggiore) vind je een tentoonstelling
over de Bolognese vioolbouwer Otello Bignami...
11u30 Schep een luchtje in de mooie Margherita
Gardens (Viale Gozzadini)... 13u00 Lekker lunchen
bij Rodrigo (2h Via della Zecca) in de Palazzo
della Zecca... 14u30 Een namiddagje winkelen aan
de zuilen van de Via dell’Indipendenza... 16u00
Blaas even uit in the Montagnola Park (Piazza VIII
Agosto)... 19u00 Drink een aperitivo in de Take
Five Genuine Music Club (15 Via Cartoleria)...
21u00 Geniet van de heerlijke keuken van de
historische streek Emilia in het stijlvolle I
Carracci (2 Via Manzoni).
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ONANZA
Brussels has an abundance of colourful, chic and quirky
restaurants serving up delicious meals made from
quality produce. So whether it’s traditional steak and
frites, quick business lunches, fi ne dining or ethnic fare,
one thing’s guaranteed, there’s something for all tastes
Callens Café
The principle is easy: innovative food
with quick service. Putting it into practice
is another matter. But Callens Café has
succeeded, which is why it’s a great
spot to grab a bite between meetings.
Through word of mouth it has now become
the restaurant of choice with Brussels’
business community. And it’s no mistake
that Callens Café is located underneath a
prestigious offi ce block in the city centre.
Workers pop in to this modern restaurant
for a speedy and tasty meal while others
entertain clients with an inventive
business lunch specially created by the
chef. But whatever your reason for
choosing Callens Café, you’ll always be
welcome here.
Callens Café, 480 Avenue Louise, 1050
Brussels, Belgium. Tel: +32 2 647 6668;
callenscafe.be
STEAKfrit'
STEAKfrit’ is a stylish, contemporary cafébrasserie
with a traditional twist that
refl ects classical Belgian cuisine.
Its relaxed atmosphere encourages
guests to drop by with family, friends or
colleagues for a meal, a coffee or drink.
The menu offers delicious traditional
dishes prepared with quality ingredients,
served in generous quantities and
fairly priced.
The steaks are the fi nest sirloin from
Irish Angus beef. The beef tartar is
traditional, using freshly cut meat and
fl avoured with STEAKfrit’s own recipe.
And only cereal-fed free range chickens
supplied directly from the farm to the
restaurant are used for the roast chicken.
STEAKfrit’, Grand Place, Quartier
Schuman, Marché au Poisson.
info@steakfrit.be; steakfrit.be
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Bonsoir Clara
Who is Clara? Is she a secret love? A mother? A girlfriend? A
sister? A granddaughter? Everybody has an idea depending on
their imagination and mood. But Clara is also the story of a restaurant,
serving good food, that’s located in the heart of Brussels.
Bonsoir Clara’s minimalist interior uses striking decoration. On
two walls are stained-glass panels throwing off brilliant colours
and on another wall hangs a beautiful patchwork tapestry. The
menu offers delicacies such as sole stuffed with mushrooms,
spinach, cream and crayfi sh, and chocolate cake with cashew
nuts, saffron and honey. You’ll be seduced as much by the bold
interior as the marvellous cuisine.
Bonsoir Clara, 22-26 rue Antoine Dansaert, 1000 Brussels,
Belgium. Tel: +32 2 502 0990; bonsoirclara.com
La Kasbah
Come and take part in a myth – for La Kasbah restaurant exerts a
magic spell on its clientele! With its 120 coloured lanterns hanging
from the ceiling, which glitter like stars, and its combination of
original and traditional Arab decoration and music, you’ll feel
you’ve walked into a souk when you visit La Kasbah.
Located opposite the Stock Exchange in downtown Brussels,
the restaurant attracts a trendy crowd who come to soak up
the colourful atmosphere while dining on mouth-watering main
courses of couscous, brochette or tajines and tasty desserts of
sorbet, baklava or Moroccan pastries. Quite simply, they’re all
delicious. La Kasbah is open seven days a week from 6pm until 1am.
La Kasbah, 20 rue Antoine Dansaert, 1000 Brussels, Belgium.
Tel: +32 2 502 4026; lakasbah.be

IMAGE GEORGES DE KINDER Restored
///BELGIUM’S HISTORIC BUILDINGS
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glory
The rebirth of art deco masterpiece Villa Empain in
Brussels earlier this year added another jewel to Belgium’s
garland of historical buildings. Guy Dittrich applauds the
country’s attempts to nurture its architectural heritage
In the heart of the Flemish province
of Limburg, about an hour’s drive
east of Brussels, is Bokrijk – a
magical experience where historic
villages are brought to life. But Bokrijk
isn’t about replication; each building was
meticulously dismantled and brought here
in the 1950s, from timber-framed homes to
simple thatched farmsteads and, of course,
a windmill or two. The experience is not
unlike that of a period drama; voices cry
out as animals are rounded up, and errant
school children attempt to avoid chores.
Each winter there’s an evening programme
to complement the summer opening of the
museum, while the grounds, arboretum and
playground are open all year.
This appreciation of architectural
heritage hasn’t always been the case across
the country, however. It’s true that the
Flemish cities of Bruges and Ghent are well
established on the architectural trail, with

great gothic and medieval buildings, but
while such genres are also found in Brussels,
the capital is beleaguered with a fragmented
urban landscape. Whole neighbourhoods
have been destroyed to make way for new
buildings, and with them many fine examples
of the city’s architecture.
Today, though, Brussels’ patrimony is
under the auspices of Charles Picqué,
minister-president of the Brussels-Capital
Region. Since the region was established
20 years ago “a great deal has improved,”
says Picqué’s advisor Pascale Ingelaere, and
the excesses of the past will be avoided by
the implementation of stronger legislation.
There isn’t an active restoration programme
per se, but grants of up to 80% towards the
costs of such works are available to private
owners. And should a building be on the list
of 3,000 or so maintained by the Monuments
and Sites Department, planning restrictions
are quite onerous.
Villa victory
Amongst the best examples of a near-
perfect restoration of a heritage building
in conjunction with the Brussels-Capital
Region is the recent refurbishment of Villa
Empain. Commissioned in 1930 by Baron
Louis Empain, son of a wealthy industrialist,
the interiors feature beautiful art deco
detailing and rich tropical wood panelling.
Now, the careful restoration under Francis
Metzger of Ma2 has delivered a polished
granite façade typical of the architectural
genre. Faced with many challenges given the
dilapidated state of the building, Metzger
went to extraordinary lengths to find the
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BELGIUM’S HISTORIC BUILDINGS
On one side are the cases of pure restoration,
while on the other are the contemporary structures
needed to refl ect Brussels’ role as a 21st-century city
best craftspeople and source replacement
materials – and the result is stunning.
Brussels’ art nouveau treasures,
meanwhile, are numerous, generally well
preserved and well documented. The Horta
Museum, former home of the architect Victor
Horta, is one of the best examples of his work
in this field. What’s more, the recent purchase
of the next-door property – itself a fine
example of art nouveau by one of Horta’s
contemporaries, Jules Brunfaut – will allow
the whole of Horta’s building to be made
public. The development of this new
extension is a structurally complicated
affair expected to take at least three years.
Dynamic dialogue
Olivier Bastin, recently appointed master
architect for Brussels, sees the architecture
of the city as three strands that need to be
balanced. On one side are the true patrimony
cases of pure restoration, while on the other
are the contemporary structures needed
to reflect Brussels’ role as a 21st-century
city. In between are the existing patrimony
buildings that need to develop a “dialogue
with the city”, says Bastin, who is also at
pains to point out that his remit is “not to
redesign Brussels”. On the contrary, such
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dialogue keeps buildings relevant and
usable, avoiding the fear Ingelaere has for
Brussels developing into a “museum city”.
Bastin’s own practice, l’Escaut, provides
a good example of a sensitive, modern
intervention in the Cheval Noir artists’
complex alongside the canal. On a site
beside a former brewery, l’Escaut has
created a new accommodation block, its
angular, zinc-clad faces clearly identifiable
from the old building.
Best of both worlds
The KVS theatre on Lakensestraat in
central Brussels, meanwhile, is a building
in dialogue with itself: a wonderful new
concrete bowl of an auditorium has been
inserted within the ornate Flemish neo-
Renaissance exterior. On a larger scale
are the underground railway platforms
beneath Antwerp Centraal station. A huge
tunnel was driven under the station, allowing
its transformation into a route for the
high-speed rail network across Europe.
The fin de siècle excesses of the original
glass-topped train shed are matched by the
effortless simplicity of architect Jacques
Voncke to allow daylight to flow right down
to the deepest platforms.
IMAGE ALAMY
No review of Belgium’s architectural
heritage would be complete without
a mention of the ‘never to come down’
scaffolding on Brussels’ Palais de Justice.
The gilded dome was finally revealed a few
years ago, much to the delight of citizens
and tourists, but the rest of the scaffold has
been up for so long that it now needs its own
refurbishment. There seems to be an end in
sight, however. Ingelaere says, “We expect
to have at least some of the scaffold down
within a year,” while an international design
competition, Brussels Courthouse: Imagine
the Future, is also promising. A decision
about the exact use for the building has
yet to be made, but judging will take place
by the end of the year.
In Belgium, developing coordinated
polices across federal, regional and local
administrations is a tall order made more
complicated by the vested interests of
those either side of the language divide. In
fact, it’s a wonder so much of the country’s
architectural heritage has been saved. And
there’s no better time to experience it; the
latest projects were mostly initiated long
before the current global financial crisis, and
there may well be a lull before such a wealth
of opportunities come around again.

Above, from left
to right: Dubbed the
‘railway cathedral’,
beautiful Antwerp
Centraal station now
has three levels of
tracks to bring it into
the 21st century; The
art nouveau splendour
of Musée Horta is
a must-see on any
architectural tour; Take
a walk through Flemish
history at the Bokrijk
open-air museum
Previous page: Villa
Empain has benefited
from a fantastic
restoration project
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Guy Dittrich acclame les efforts de la
Belgique en matière de protection de son
patrimoine architectural
A une heure de route à l’est de Bruxelles se trouve
Bokrijk, où des acteurs font revivre l’esprit des
villages historiques flamands. Mais cette
valorisation du patrimoine architectural belge n’a
pas été mise en oeuvre partout avec le même talent.
Dans la capitale notamment, qui a assisté à la
destruction de quartiers entiers. Mais les choses
changent, et la Région de Bruxelles-Capitale
subsidie parfois jusqu’à 80% des coûts de travaux
de rénovation. La restauration de la Villa Empain,
de l’époque art déco, en est un exemple récent.
Olivier Bastin, nouveau maître architecte pour
Bruxelles, pense qu’il faut équilibrer deux
éléments. D’un côté, le patrimoine pur, de l’autre,
les structures contemporaines nécessaires pour
entrer dans le 21ème siècle. Les bâtiments
doivent développer un « dialogue avec la ville »,
explique Bastin, pour qu’ils continuent à y avoir
leur place. Ainsi, le bureau de Bastin, l’Escaut, a
réalisé une intervention sensible pour le
complexe de logements-ateliers d’artistes Cheval
Noir ; sur un site proche d’une ancienne brasserie,
l’Escaut a créé un nouveau bloc de logements
relié à l’ancien bâtiment. De même, pour le
théâtre KVS, rue de Laeken, un auditorium en
béton a été inséré à l’intérieur du bâtiment
flamand, de façade néo-renaissance. Et puis, il y a
le Palais de Justice de Bruxelles. L’échafaudage y
est resté tellement longtemps que c’est lui qui
aurait besoin d’être remis en état… Mais il
semble que la fin du chantier soit en vue : un
concours international a été lancé afin de
développer une vision de la fonction future du
bâtiment.
Finalement, c’est un miracle qu’un tel d’héritage
ait pu être sauvé en Belgique, où les politiques de
rénovation urbaine sont plus compliquées du fait
de la division linguistique. Ne manquez pas
NL Zorg dragen om het verleden
Guy Dittrich steunt de pogingen om het
Belgisch architecturaal patrimonium nieuw
leven in te roepen
Bokrijk ligt op een uurtje rijden naar het oosten
vanuit Brussel. Hier brengen acteurs het Vlaamse
oude dorpsleven opnieuw tot leven. De zorg om
het architecturale Belgische erfgoed België werd
niet overal even nauw genomen; in Brussel werden
hele buurten vernietigd. Maar er is verandering
op komst; in Brussel Regio wordt tot soms 80%
van de kosten voor dit soort werken gesubsidieerd.
De herinrichting van de art deco Villa Empain is
een recent voorbeeld van restauratie.
Olivier Bastin, de nieuwe Brusselse
hoofdarchitect, wijst op twee zaken die moeten
worden uitgebalanceerd. Enerzijds hebben we de
zuiver patrimoniale gebouwen en anderzijds de
hedendaagse 21ste eeuwse bouwwerken.
Bestaande gebouwen moeten een “dialoog met
de stad” aanknopen, aldus Bastin. Het
ontwerpbureau van Bastin voerde zo werken uit
in het artistiek complex Cheval Noir; op een site
nabij een voormalige brouwerij richtte het een
nieuw accommodatieblok in dat vast hangt aan
het oude gebouw. Een gelijkend project: in het
KVS theatergebouw in de Lakensestraat werd
een betonnen auditorium geïntegreerd in het
Vlaamse neonrenaissancistische gebouw. En dan
is er het Brusselse Justitiepaleis. De steigers
lijken er al zo lang te staan…. Het einde lijkt nu in
zicht met een wedstrijd die een visie zal
vaststellen voor de toekomst van het gebouw.
Eigenlijk is het een wonder dat er zoveel
architectuur is bewaard gebleven nu het
uitwerken van het restauratiebeleid in België
complexer is dan ooit door het talenverschil.
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Businesstrends
Boyd Farrow rounds up what’s happening in the business world across Europe
Eyeing the future: there
will be over a thousand
3D TV channels by 2019
Square-eyed consumers
New TV technology set to keep Europe glued to the goggle box
Data from Eutelsat indicates that the number of satellite channels available to consumers across Europe will rise from 27,000 in
2009 to 40,000 in 2019 – including more than 7,600 high-definition (HD) channels (which currently make up just 3% of the European
market). The recent innovation of 3D TV will also gain popularity, with 1,800 channels expected by 2019.
Unsurprisingly, broadcasters’ enthusiasm for new technology comes at a time when their ad revenues are under pressure. Charging
for premium HD and 3D services could provide an alternative source of income for the firms in the long term, even though content isn’t
evolving as fast as the technology and there aren’t yet 3D glasses that can be used with all TV sets.
And there’s more good news for Europe’s broadcasters: according to a report by research firm Eurodata, consumers in some of
Europe’s biggest markets are spending more time watching television. The survey suggested people in the UK dedicated three hours
57 minutes a day to TV during the first eight months of 2010 – a 15-minute increase on 2009. Similarly, the average Spaniard spends
three hours 49 minutes sitting in front of the box, a six-minute improvement. It also seems that despite the rise of the internet, young
adults refuse to kick the TV habit. British teenagers devoted 12 more minutes each day to regular broadcast content than in 2009
– two hours 45 minutes – and Spanish teenagers two hours 26 minutes, which is four minutes more than in the previous year.
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Home-made heroes?
Prada embraces international artisans, while the European Union
wants mandatory ‘made in’ labels for imported goods
BUSINESS \\\
The best of both
worlds: Prada
branches out
Prada is introducing country-of-origin labels to its clothes, taking into account where the
garment has been manufactured and from where “it has been inspired”. Miuccia Prada, the
creative force behind the high-end Milanese fashion house, told the International Herald
Tribune that the move is about “taking away the hypocrisy” of the idea that everything is
made in Italy. Although she insists that 85% of the brand’s goods are made in Italian
factories, the designer proclaims that tapping into international artisans ns is OK OK, too.
The company has just launched Made in Scotland (tartan wool kilts from worksho workshops
that specialise in centuries-old manufacturing techniques); Made in India
(handmade Chikan embroidery); Made in Japan (jeans ns produced by y denim d
manufacturer Dova); and Made in Peru (alpaca wool knitwear). “It’ “It’s t’s
something I’ve been thinking about for a long time and there are
re many
different aspects,” says Miuccia. “Made in Italy – who ho cares? It’s IIt’s
not a brand strength if you have to defend your work. k. You ha have
to embrace the world if you want to live in it now.”
Prada is nothing if not on trend: days after the
announcement, the EU moved closer to new rules
to protect its manufacturers from cheap Asian
imports. Imported shoes, clothes, leather,
furniture and ceramics will have to carry a label el
that shows where they were made when sold in
the EU, according to a committee vote by the
European Parliament. Italy, Spain and Portugal have e long
g
pushed for mandatory ‘made in’ labels, which they hope ope will
act as a brake on growing low-cost imports, whether r Chinese
furniture, Indian clothes or Vietnamese shoes. Opposing osing them are
Sweden and Britain, who fret about red tape and falling lling profits.
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BUSINESS
Businesstrends
Drink and drive social change
German brand launches beverages with a conscience
‘Drinking helps!’ This is the slogan of Hamburg-based company LemonAid Beverages,
which aims to use its funkily packaged bottled drinks to help effect social change across
several countries. The brand’s fresh organic juice, for example, comes from a small farming
cooperative in Brazil called Coagrosol, while its sugar cane is derived from a Paraguay
cooperative called La Felsina. Not only does LemonAid pay its suppliers higher prices on
account of its fair-trade practices, but it also donates a major share of its yearly revenue
to further support grassroots projects in the developing world. Specifically, for every bottle
of LemonAid sold, a percentage of the proceeds is donated back to the countries from which
its ingredients derive.
The company says it isn’t trying to target the usual health food shop client, and so far
LemonAid has been sold in trendy bars and stores throughout Germany, Sweden, Denmark,
Austria and Switzerland. “Just in case you were wondering: no, we’re not going to sell it off
to Coke one day,” adds the LemonAid website.
Saucy Smints
Breath mint company appeals to customers’ naughty side
Smint has taken away the breath of many a Spanish customer with a six-month campaign
offering ‘sensual’ products in exchange for points. A code is printed on each box of mints;
consumers then register on the Smint Me Hot website, enter their code and points are added
to their account – which can be redeemed on a selection of adult toys, including a vibrator.
Smint’s parent company, Barcelona-based Chupa Chups, raised eyebrows a year ago when
the Moscow-based creative agency Firma posted three adult interpretations
of the famous lollipops online – BDSM, Fetish and Toys. The products have
not yet gone into production. But the Spanish aren’t exactly known to be coy
when it comes to marketing campaigns. To celebrate this year’s Madrid Pride
parade in July, Fiat customised a number of its 500 models in various outfits,
including the ‘Drag’, with feathers and sequined lycra, and the ‘Leather’,
adorned with straps and studs. They can’t compete with the Germans,
however. In the same month, Mini Cooper launched a campaign in Hamburg
featuring the slogan, ‘A good Mini takes you to heaven. A bad Mini takes you
everywhere’. In the Reeperbahn, a billboard featured the rear of a Mini and an
S&M whip. The billboard gave out a five-digit number and Getting fresh:
code word; upon texting the word to the number, the whip Smint launched a
raunchy marketing
would strike the Mini, which would then sound its horn… campaign in Spain
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Improving the
world can be
thirsty work…
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Video victory
YouTube fends off breach of copyright
claim by Spanish television channel
Judges in Madrid have ruled that YouTube
did not violate a TV channel’s copyright
by hosting shows uploaded by users – a
verdict hailed by the site’s owner Google
as “a clear victory for the internet” following
a long-running dispute.
The case centres on the private TV
channel Telecinco, which claimed that
the online video platform was in breach
of its intellectual property rights by
rebroadcasting its content. In 2008 another
Spanish court ruled in favour of the TV
channel, ordering YouTube to suspend the
Fair game? It is
“impossible” for YouTube
to monitor all uploads
videos, but the new verdict recognised the
difficulties the site has with deleting content
that violates copyright laws. It noted that
it is “physically impossible to control all the
videos that are made available to users,
as there are in fact more than 500 million.”
Any user can put videos on the site, with an
estimated 24 hours of content uploaded
each minute. Had the court ruled in favour
of Telecinco, YouTube could have been
forced to implement much stricter rules
on uploading, including monitoring all
content uploaded to the site.
Responding to the verdict, Google said:
“This decision reaffirms European law, which
recognises that content owners (not service
providers such as YouTube) are in the best
position to know whether a specific work
is authorised to be on an internet hosting
service.” It added that if internet sites had
to screen all videos, photos and text before
allowing them, many popular sites, including
Facebook, Twitter and MySpace, would
simply grind to a halt.

Nowhere to go: H&M is
struggling to fi nd new
retail space in Europe
Shop till you drop?
H&M’s growth is hampered by lack of retail space
The world’s third biggest fashion retailer, H&M, has been forced to
slow its global expansion plans as new shopping mall developments
grind to a halt in crisis-hit southern Europe. The Stockholm-based
brand said construction hold-ups would result in the company
opening 20 fewer stores than planned this year.
H&M has pressed ahead with expansion throughout the financial
crisis, taking advantage of reduced demand to snap up prime retail
locations across Europe and North America. Announcing its latest
results, however, chief financial officer Jyrki Tervonen said it was
difficult to find premises as the economic recovery increases
demand for retail space in some countries, while construction
projects are delayed in those markets still engulfed by problems.
Sales continued to recover strongly from last year’s downturn but
profits missed analysts’ forecasts as aggressive price-cutting, aimed
at increasing market share, eroded margins. Net profits rose 23% to
€470m in the three months to 31 August, while sales were up 14%.
The company has more than 2,000 stores in around 37 markets, and
employs some 76,000 staff worldwide. Tervonen said H&M remained
committed to expanding its chain by 10-15% each year. Much of the
focus is on Asia, where sales have doubled over the past year.
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BUSINESS
Businesstrends
Probably the best
water in the world?
Carlsberg looks beyond beer
The world’s fourth biggest brewer is
considering expanding its product line.
At Carlsberg’s annual investor day, chief
executive Jorgen Buhl Rasmussen announced
it could turn to bottled water and soft drinks
– pointing to its successful launches in Russia
of Somersby cider and Eve, a fruit-flavoured,
low-alcohol malt beverage aimed at women.
Without much fanfare, the group also
recently released fruit beer Tuborg Lime
Cut in Denmark and Norway.
Rasmussen stated that the Copenhagen
company was to target women in general,
and northern and western Europe, saying,
“When we look at innovation in the future,
we will see products that support beer.”
While beer sales are falling, Carlsberg claims
operating costs per hectolitre of beer are
also dropping this year, and is standing by
its mid-term target for operating margin in
its northern & western Europe division to
rise to 15-17% in 10 years. In 2009, the
margin was 11.6%. Carlsberg has entered
into a new five-year multi-currency revolving
credit facility of €1.75bn to fuel
future growth. What exactly the
funds will be used for remains
unclear; some of the money could
be used to refinance debt that is
due in the near future, but there is
much speculation, including talk
of a possible takeover.
Drinking ahead: Carlsberg’s future
includes more than beer, as these
new products testify
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Tesco chief exec
Philip Clarke is
looking for online
profi ts in Poland
Supermarket sweep
Big-name western European brands gain ground in Poland
While supermarkets dominate western Europe, with a 70-80% market share, the corner shop
has remained a big part of Polish life. Supermarkets only account for some 30% of sales in
the country – but this is set to change as international giants such as British chain Tesco,
German brand Real and Portuguese-owned Biedronka take an ever larger slice of the market.
The Polish daily Rzeczpospolita estimates that 4,000 corner shops will close in 2010 alone.
Biedronka has emerged as the leader of Poland’s supermarket sector. Offering no-frills
shopping and discounted prices, the retailer entered the market in 1997 and expanded by
buying out smaller rivals and opening new stores. In 2007, Biedronka was opening a new store
in the country every three days; today its smiling ladybird logo graces the front of more than
1,500 outlets. And 2010 has been a record-breaking year: second quarter sales rose by 28%
to €1.13bn, reportedly accounting for 54% of Portuguese owner Jerónimo Martins’ profits.
The competition is hotting up, however. Danish retailer Dansk Supermarked is planning
a major expansion of its network of Netto stores in Poland, and one-time market leader Tesco
is also striking back. The British giant believes it has a new weapon, hoping to revolutionise
Poland’s online shopping sector when it debuts on the .pl domain next year.
Nutrition from Nestlé
Swiss giant to invest millions in new Health Science division
Nestlé is aiming to pioneer a new industry that sits “between food and pharma”, to exploit the
rising demand for nutritional products around the world. The company, based near Geneva,
has announced the creation of Nestlé Health Science, which will start operations from
January 2011 and will be run at “arm’s length” from the company’s food and beverage brands.
The driving forces behind the initiative are ageing populations, increasing healthcare costs
and the rapid advances in associated technology. The division takes responsibility for the
HealthCare Nutrition portfolio, an area delivering €1.2bn in revenues last year. Among the
products are Clinutren enriched food and drinks, Carnation instant breakfast and the Optifast
weight-loss line. Nestlé has also established an Institute of Health
Sciences, which is set to receive “hundreds of millions” of Swiss
francs in funding over the next decade. Its remit encompasses
research and translating findings into strategies that can be
employed by the company. “In 10 years, we will be the undisputed
leader in the new ‘health science nutrition’ business,” said chief
executive Luis Cantarell. “Our development
Nestlé plans
capabilities will help drive product
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innovation and organic growth.” The division bite of the
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In her 20-year journey from social worker to
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BUSINESS PROFILE \\\
When Véronique
Castelo created her
first company more
than 20 years ago,
she didn’t spend a lot of time dreading the
risks. She was too busy doing her homework,
crunching the numbers, doing more
homework and then forging ahead. And the
Nice resident must have been doing
something right – she went on to become
one of France’s leading entrepreneurs in the
field of medical devices.
Why high tech? “Tech is a very interesting
and exciting world. It’s something that’s
moving all the time. There are always new
improvements, greater performance, faster
Tech is an exciting world
that’s moving all the
time… there’s always
more of something
service, better products – always more,
more, more of something,” she chuckles. And
she finds that keeping up – indeed ahead –
of that wave is stimulating: “It’s a challenge
to understand and build something around
that.” The mother of two was born in
Morocco of Italian and Portuguese parents,
but has lived in Nice since she was a toddler.
She adores the city and its province of Côte
d’Azur, and when not working, she enjoys
time with her family as well as “boating,
running, reading and the arts.”
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BUSINESS PROFILE
Beyond the boardroom:
living in Nice allows Castelo
to enjoy the outdoor life
Castelo studied to be a social worker at
university, but found it wasn’t right for her,
so she entered the working world and landed
a position as the business manager of a
technology association in Nice – where she
met her future husband, robotics engineer
Alain Delache. She enjoyed her work, and
was soon planning to create a business. In
retrospect, she says she “was lucky to be a
woman in high tech” (where women were
relatively rare), because it helped her stand
out and get her ideas heard. She had a knack
for data systems, and started working with
local hospital administrators on digitalising
progressively bigger chunks of their data.
Her company, Technème, which she founded
when she was 23, grew, going on to develop
an ambulatory and fully automated
diagnostic system for sleep apnoea – it was
groundbreaking technology to diagnose the
disorder, which disturbs breathing and sleep.
Big ideas
Castelo sold Technème in 1997 to Nellcor
Puritan Bennett, a healthcare equipment
company based in the United States. She
was soon off on a new venture: she had
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mastered the diagnostic side of the sleep
apnea equation, and was now focused on
treatment. She and Delache designed a small
respirator ventilator – just half the size of
then-current devices – and its software. The
device turned what had been a procedure
done in a hospital into one that could be
done at home. It was no small deal. In fact, “it
was a market-creating event,” says a current
colleague, Candace Johnson, president of
Succes Europe in Nice – an early-stage
investment fund where Castelo serves on
the investment committee.
The respirator venture became Castelo’s
second company, Kaerys, and the device
soon reached 10 national markets,
eventually becoming a large seller in France.
By then she had received various business
Castelo’s design for a
sleep apnoea respirator
ventilator was ‘a
market-creating event’
Angelic advice
Castelo, right, regularly shares
her knowledge and experience as
a speaker on entrepreneurship at
business forums around France
Tips for entrepreneurs
≠ Keep it simple. Ask, “What is my product,
who are my customers and what is the
environment in which I will be working and
growing my company?” If you have solid
answers to those questions, you are ready.
≠ Focus on three things: customer,
customer and customer.
≠ Remember that the technology is
not enough; it is also about people.
Think through how you will reach them,
and why. The point is to be able to market
a technology or service because it provides
something useful.
≠ Choose your investors carefully. As well
as giving you money, they should be able to
offer something else: support, advice,
contacts, experience.
≠ Be sure that you and your investors are
pulling in the same direction.
Tips for investors
≠ Take it one step at a time, and spend
the time it takes to discuss a potential
investment with the right people, and plenty
of them. Be confi dent that entrepreneurs
will do what they say.
≠ Choose a sector that you know and take
it from there.
≠ Every time an entrepreneur is pitching to
investors, ask yourself, would their pitch
work with customers?
Tips for entrepreneurs
seeking investors
≠ Have a good pitch: you need to be able
to boil it down to one sentence.
≠ Think “market, market, market, sales,
sales, sales”.
≠ Bear in mind that raising money is not the
same as bringing a product to market. Hone
not only your pitch to investors, but also
your market vision.
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BUSINESS PROFILE
She has entrepreneurship in her blood…
with the personality and knowledge to
create momentum and make things happen
and entrepreneurial awards in France and
elsewhere. They couldn’t have hurt: In 2008
she sold the company to Respironics, an
American subsidiary of Dutch electronics
giant Philips.
Business leader
Now 47, Castelo is taking what she’s learned
and applying it as a full-time angel investor:
someone who invests in often-risky startups.
Headquartered at the Sophia Antipolis
technology park outside Nice, she sits on the
boards of various companies and is a
member of tech group Mediterranean
Technologies, as well as the aforementioned
Succès Europe, which has invested an €8.2m
fund in 21 companies in med- bio- and cleantech,
ITC and internet sectors. She is also a
member of Sophia Business Angels, a group
of international investors.
Castelo “has entrepreneurship in her
blood. No question,” says Delache. She is a
natural leader, he adds, with the personality
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and knowledge “to create momentum and
make things happen.” Johnson describes her
as “an exemplary entrepreneur, mentor and
business angel investor. She started her
companies from scratch and hit the top of
the scale each time [through] very hard work,
and calculating again and again on how to
keep costs down and add value.” In 2009, for
example, she applied “analytical skills,
passion, due diligence [and]… absolute
aplomb” in the painstaking process of
whittling down a list of dozens of companies
applying for funding to the final 21.
“My next challenge will be to acquire a
company or start a new company,” states
Castelo. What motivates her to keep at it?
“It’s important to build, to have dreams.” She
adds, “Building a company is trying to make a
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D’assistante sociale à investisseur dans
des entreprises innovantes… Le parcours de
Véronique Castelo, résidente à Nice, montre à
quel point elle est une « entrepreneuse » qui
compte dans le monde des affaires. Rencontre
avec Scott Berman
Lorsque Véronique Castelo a créé sa première
société il y a plus de 20 ans, elle n’a pas eu une
seconde d’hésitation… Et visiblement, elle a dû
faire le bon choix : avec les années, elle est devenue
l’une des plus premières femmes entrepreneurs
dans le domaine des dispositifs médicaux.
Castelo étudie les sciences sociales, mais entre
dans la vie professionnelle comme directrice
d’affaires dans une association technologique, où
elle rencontre aussi son futur mari et ingénieur en
robotique Alain Delache. Selon elle, elle a « eu la
chance d’être une femme dans le secteur Hightech.
» Douée pour les systèmes de données, elle
révolutionne avec Technème (fondée à l’âge de 23
ans) le monde du diagnostic des apnées du sommeil.
Elle vend Technème en 1997, et se tourne vers
le traitement de l’apnée. Avec Delache, elle
conçoit un appareil d’assistance respiratoire
rendant la procédure hospitalière accessible chez
soi. Cette machine se vend largement en France,
et en 2008 elle vend la compagnie (Kaerys) à une
filiale américaine de Philips.
Aujourd’hui, à 47 ans, Castelo s’appuie sur son
expérience pour investir dans des start-ups. Elle
siège dans les conseils d’administration de
nombreuses sociétés et est membre de Succes
Europe, qui a investi 8,2m € dans 21 compagnies
des secteurs des biotechnologies, des clean-tech,
des TIC et de l’internet.
Castelo a « le sens des affaires dans le sang, » dit
Delache. Sa plus grande motivation ? « Construire, »
répond Castelo. « Fonder une entreprise c’est
essayer de faire d’un rêve une réalité. »
NL Beschermengel
Tijdens haar reis van sociale werkster tot
particuliere investeerder bewees Véronique
Castelo uit Nice dat ze een zakenvrouw is
waarmee rekening moet worden gehouden.
Scott Berman ontmoet de vrouw
Toen Véronique Castelo meer dan 20 jaar geleden
haar eerste bedrijf oprichtte, besteedde ze niet al
te veel aandacht aan de mogelijke risico’s… En ze
moet toch iets goed hebben gedaan – ze groeide uit
tot een van Frankrijk’s vooraanstaande ondernemers
op het gebied van medische apparatuur.
Castelo studeerde voor sociale werker maar
werkte tijdens haar eerste job als business manager
bij een technologiebedrijf. Hier ontmoette ze
eveneens haar toekomstige man en roboticaingenieur
Alain Delache. Ze vertelt: “ik had geluk
als vrouw in een hightech omgeving”. Ze had een
zwak voor datasystemen en haar bedrijf, Technème
(opgericht toen ze 23 was) werkte een vooruitstrevend
diagnostisch systeem uit voor slaap apneu.
Ze verkocht Technème in 1997 en ging zich voortaan
wijden aan de behandeling van apneu. Samen met
Delache ontwierp ze een ademhalingsventilator
waardoor een ziekenhuisprocedure voortaan gewoon
thuis kon worden uitgevoerd. Het apparaat
groeide uit tot een bestseller in Frankrijk en in
2008 verkocht ze het bedrijf (Kaerys) aan een
Amerikaans dochterbedrijf van Philips.
Castelo, nu 47, past momenteel toe wat ze leerde
als particuliere investeerder van start-ups. Ze
zetelt in de raad van talrijke bedrijven en is lid van
Succes Europe, die zo’n €8,2m heeft geinvesteerd
in 21 bedrijven uit de medische, biologische,
groene energie, ITC en internetsector.
Castelo “heeft het ondernemingsschap in haar
bloed“, aldus Delache. Maar wat drijft haar?
“Opbouwen“, zegt Castelo. “En een bedrijf uitbouwen
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convenient flights each day between the Greek
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moins 300 jours d’ensoleillement par an, vous
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mer sur ses 10 km de plage. Découvrez le
mariage de la tradition et de la modernité à
Marrakech. Cette importante ville marocaine
possède le plus grand souk du pays et l’une des
places les plus animées de toute l’Afrique. À n’en
pas douter, visiter cette ancienne ville n’a rien de
monotone. Ou alors, si vous souhaitez goûter aux
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un nouveau partenariat avec le Club Med.
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new destinations boast unique charms and many
compelling reasons to visit.
In Morocco, Agadir, with an agreeable climate
offering at least 300 days of sunshine a year,
guarantees you a wonderful seaside holiday
on its 10km-long beach. And you’ll find both
the traditional and the modern in exciting
Marrakech. From the largest souk in the country
to one of the busiest squares in Africa, you
can be sure a visit to this ancient city will be
anything but dull. Or for a touch of natural
splendeurs naturelles de la Méditerranée,
rendez-vous dans le sud de l’Italie, et plus
précisément à Lamezia Terme, pour y admirer
les grandes falaises aux contours déchiquetés et
les plages de sable immaculé.
Si ces trois destinations sont disponibles en
réservation individuelle, elles font également
partie d’un nouveau partenariat avec le
spécialiste des villages de vacances, le Club
Med, dont les forfaits incluront désormais les
vols Brussels Airlines.
Les vols vers ces nouvelles destinations
peuvent dorénavant être réservés via
brusselsairlines.com ou votre agent de voyage.
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The Parthenon is more
accessible than ever
thanks to additional
fl ights to Athens
Mediterranean splendour, make your way to
Lamezia Terme in southern Italy, which offers
grand rugged cliffs and unspoilt sandy beaches.
While these three destinations are available
for individual bookings, they are also part of
a new partnership with holiday resort specialist
Club Med, whose packages will now offer
Brussels Airlines flights.
Flights to these new destinations can be
booked as from now via brusselsairlines.com
or your travel agent.
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up to date
Nieuwe vluchten
en bestemmingen!
Brussels Airlines blijft uitbreiden. Vanaf
april volgend jaar zijn er extra vluchten
naar de populaire toeristenbestemming
Athene en worden drie nieuwe
bestemmingen aan ons netwerk
toegevoegd. Bovendien werd met
Club Med onlangs een nieuw
samenwerkingsakkoord afgesloten dat
in diezelfde periode van start gaat
Vanaf april hebt u een extra keuze
wanneer u met Brussels Airlines tussen
Athene en Brussel vliegt. Samen met
de dagelijkse vlucht van onze
codesharepartner Aegean Airlines zullen er
dagelijks drie goed getimede en handige vluchten
tussen de Griekse hoofdstad en Brussel zijn.
Wie houdt van de zon en de Middellandse
Zee heeft nieuwe zonovergoten bestemmingen
om naar uit te kijken. Vanaf april voegen we
immers Agadir, Marrakech en Lamezia Terme toe
aan ons netwerk. Deze drie bestemmingen hebben
onweerstaanbare charmes en er zijn vele
overtuigende redenen te bedenken die een
bezoek rechtvaardigen.
Met een aangenaam klimaat, ten minste
driehonderd dagen zonneschijn per jaar en een 10
km lange zandige kustlijn staat Agadir garant voor
een onvergetelijke strandvakantie. In Marrakech,
één van de belangrijkste steden van Marokko,
gaan tradities en modern comfort hand in hand.
Met de grootste soek van het land en één van de
drukste pleinen in Afrika zorgt de oude stad
ervoor dat u zich geen seconde zal vervelen.
Zin in wat mediterraans natuurschoon? Vlieg
dan naar ‘Lamezia Terme’ in Zuid-Italië voor
indrukwekkende kliffen en maagdelijke
zandstranden.
Hoewel deze drie bestemmingen beschikbaar
zijn voor individuele boekingen, maken ze ook deel
uit van een nieuw partnerschap met de specialist
van de vakantieresorts Club Med. Voortaan bieden
hun pakketten vluchten met Brussels Airlines aan.
Vluchten naar deze nieuwe bestemmingen kunt
u vanaf nu boeken op brusselsairlines.com of
via uw reisagent.
Gagnez deux
billets b.flex !
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in partnership
Swiss style
Until the end of December, Brussels Airlines passengers departing
from Geneva will receive a discount voucher
Whether you’re looking for the ultimate Swiss Army knife, a classic watch or
exquisite jewellery, you’ll be sure to find it in Switzerland. And until the end
of December, there’s even more reason to go Swiss shopping!
If you’re departing from Geneva with Brussels Airlines, make your way
to our ticketing counters at the airport to claim your discount voucher. Offering a discount
of CHF 10 (€7) upon a single purchase of CHF 100 (€75), the voucher is valid at all dutyfree
shops in the Geneva International Airport. So wherever you’re headed from Geneva,
remember to request for your discount voucher and stock up on some Swiss style!
L e style Suisse
Jusqu’à la fin du mois de décembre, les passagers de Brussels
Airlines au départ de Genève se voient offrir un bon de réduction
Que vous cherchiez le tout dernier couteau suisse, une montre classique ou un bijou
d’exception, vous serez sûr(e) de trouver votre bonheur en Suisse. Et à partir d’aujourd’hui
jusqu’à la fin du mois de décembre, vous aurez encore une raison supplémentaire de faire
du shopping à la mode suisse !
Si vous décollez de Genève avec Brussels Airlines, rendez-vous au comptoir de billetterie
de l’aéroport pour demander votre bon de réduction. Ce bon est valable dans toutes les
boutiques duty-free de l’Aéroport International de Genève et vous donne droit à une réduction de
10 CHF (7 €) pour tout achat unique de 100 CHF (75 €). Quelle que soit votre destination au
départ de Genève, n’oubliez pas de demander votre bon de réduction et adoptez le style suisse !
Zwitserse stijl
Tot eind december ontvangen Brussels Airlines passagiers die
vanuit Genève vertrekken een waardebon
Of u nu op zoek bent naar het ultieme Zwitserse zakmes, een klassiek polshorloge of
prachtige juwelen, in Zwitserland vindt u zeker uw gading. En van nu tot eind december is
een Zwitsers winkelbezoek nog voordeliger!
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luchthaven en vraag om de waardebon. De voucher is goed voor een korting van CHF 10 (€ 7)
bij één aankoop van minstens CHF 100 (€ 75). U kunt de waardebon inwisselen in alle
taxfreeshops van Geneva International Airport. Waarheen u ook vliegt vanuit Genève,
vergeet uw waardebon niet en verwen uzelf met wat Zwitserse stijl!
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African film
splendour
Brussels Airlines lends its
support to Africa’s legendary
fi lm festival, FESPACO
Calling all film buffs and fans
of African cinema and culture!
In partnership with Africalia and
Connections, Brussels Airlines
presents you the chance to immerse yourself
in the world of African cinema in Burkina Faso,
the ‘land of the honest men’. By attending
FESPACO in February 2011, you will have
Avis à tous les mordus de cinéma et aux fans de culture africaine !
En partenariat avec Africalia et Connections, Brussels Airlines
vous propose une plongée dans le monde du cinéma africain au
Burkina Faso, ‘la terre des hommes intègres’. Assister au FESPACO
en février 2011, c’est saisir une superbe occasion de rencontrer des artistes du
monde du cinéma africain dans le cadre d’une extraordinaire aventure culturelle.
FESPACO est le plus important et le plus légendaire des festivals du
film d’Afrique. Il se tient tous les deux ans à Ouagadougou, la capitale du
Burkina Faso. Mettant l’accent sur les films et les réalisateurs africains, il
s’agit du plus grand événement culturel récurrent sur le continent africain.
Ne manquez pas cette opportunité de vivre l’excitation d’un festival du
Oproep aan alle filmliefhebbers en
fans van Afrikaanse cinema en cultuur!
Brussels Airlines heeft de handen
in elkaar geslagen met Africalia en
Connections om u helemaal onder te dompelen
Win twee
b.flex tickets!
the superb opportunity to meet performers
from the African film world in a wonderful
cultural adventure.
FESPACO is the largest and most legendary
film festival in Africa, held biennially in
Ouagadougou, the capital of Burkina Faso.
It is the biggest regular cultural event on
the African continent, with a focus on African
film and filmmakers.
Grab this opportunity to experience an exciting
film festival from behind the scenes. Apart from
being a part of the audience, you will also be able
to meet the actors and filmmakers themselves,
as well as visit cultural projects in the field.
You can choose from various packages,
all of which include Brussels Airlines return
flight tickets from Brussels to Ouagadougou,
Splendeur du cinéma africain
Brussels Airlines soutient le légendaire festival du fi lm d’Afrique, FESPACO
Afrikaanse film
in al zijn glorie
Brussels Airlines zet schouders
onder legendarisch Afrikaans
fi lmfestival FESPACO
in de wereld van de Afrikaanse cinema in Burkina
Faso, het “land van de integere mensen”. Want in
februari 2011 vindt daar FESPACO plaats, een
festival waar u de unieke kans krijgt om
vedettes uit de Afrikaanse filmwereld te
ontmoeten in een schitterend cultureel avontuur.
FESPACO is het grootste en meest legendarische
filmfestival in Afrika en wordt elke twee jaar
gehouden in Ouagadougou, de hoofdstad van
Burkina Faso. Dit is het grootste culturele
evenement op het Afrikaanse continent met
focus op Afrikaanse film en filmregisseurs.
Grijp deze kans om een fantastisch
filmfestival mee te maken achter de schermen.
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accommodation and festival passes, as well as
cultural activities. You can also choose to extend
your stay for a week and discover Burkina Faso
beyond the celluloid screen.
The FESPACO festival takes place from
26 February to 5 March 2011.
For more information, go to africalia.be or email
ouaga2011@africalia.be
film et de découvrir les coulisses de l’événement. En plus d’assister aux
projections, vous aurez en effet la possibilité de rencontrer les acteurs et
les réalisateurs en personne, et de visiter des projets culturels sur le terrain.
Vous avez le choix entre différentes formules qui incluent le ticket allerretour
Brussels Airlines de Bruxelles à Ouagadougou, le logement, des
passes pour le festival et des activités culturelles. Vous pouvez également
prolonger votre séjour d’une semaine pour découvrir le Burkina Faso
au-delà des écrans de cinéma.
FESPACO se déroule du 26 février au 5 mars 2011.
Pour de plus amples informations, rendez-vous sur africalia.be ou envoyez un
e-mail à ouaga2011@africalia.be
Want u maakt niet alleen deel uit van het
publiek, u krijgt ook de kans om de acteurs en
cineasten zelf te ontmoeten en culturele
projecten op het terrein te bezoeken.
U kunt kiezen uit verscheidene pakketten met
onder meer de vliegtickets heen en terug
Brussel-Ouagadougou, logies, festivalpassen en
culturele activiteiten. U kunt uw verblijf
eventueel voor een week verlengen om Burkina
Faso ook naast het witte doek te ontdekken.
FESPACO vindt plaats van 26 februari tot 5
maart 2011.
Voor extra informatie kunt u surfen naar africalia.
be of mailen naar ouaga2011@africalia.be
Stuur een foto van jezelf met een b.there! magazine naar photos@brusselsairlines.com.
Voor details, ga naar brusselsairlines.com/photo
IMAGE ANDREA FRAZZETTA
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AIRLINE
in partnership
More benefits
at Brussels
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Brussels Airport off ers Brussels Airlines
passengers a smooth and easy
travel experience. And you can also
look forward to some of the best
prices in town
Brussels Airport is one of Europe’s most
user-friendly airports. Designed on a
human scale, there are clear multilingual
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well as a large number of shops selling duty-free
items such as tobacco, wine, liquors, souvenirs
and books.
Boasting over 1,000 famous brands of
cosmetics, perfume, fashion and jewellery,
including the likes of Hugo Boss, Prada, Cartier
Brussels Airport est l’un des aéroports les plus conviviaux
d’Europe. Conçu à taille humaine, il dispose de panneaux
d’affichage multilingues clairs et lisibles pour circuler aisément,
ainsi que d’un grand nombre de boutiques qui proposent des
articles hors-taxes, dont notamment du tabac, des vins, des liqueurs, des
souvenirs ou des livres.
Lorsqu’ils font leur shopping dans les boutiques Sky Shops de Brussels
Airport, nos passagers peuvent être certains de bénéficier des meilleurs
Brussels Airport is één van Europa’s
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luchthavens. Ontworpen op mensenmaat
vindt men er duidelijke meertalige
signalisatieborden die het reizen vergemakkelijken
en tevens een groot aantal winkels met een
uitgebreid aanbod aan taksvrije artikelen.
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and Burberry, passengers can be assured that
they will find some of the lowest prices in Belgium
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addition, passengers are guaranteed the lowest
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If you’re travelling with us to and from Africa,
present this barcode and your boarding pass to
receive a discount in Sky Shops stores. Offer valid
till end 2010.
Plus d’avantages à Brussels Airport
Brussels Airport off re aux passagers de Brussels Airlines des services qui facilitent et agrémentent leur voyage. En
outre, ils peuvent profi ter des prix les plus bas sur certains de leurs achats
Meer voordelen in Brussels Airport
Tijdens het winkelen in de Sky Shops van Brussels
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This barcode
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Si vous voyagez avec nous vers et depuis l’Afrique, présentez votre code
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réduction dans les magasins Sky Shops. Offre valable jusque fin 2010.
Brussels Airport biedt Brussels Airlines passagiers een vlotte en eenvoudige aankomst, vertrek en transfer. Vanaf
nu zullen zij er tevens kunnen genieten van extra kortingen op een selectie taksvrije artikelen om hun reiservaring
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Promotie geldig tot einde 2010.

†PRICES QUOTED ARE FOR A RETURN TICKET IN B.LIGHT ECONOMY FROM OR TO BRUSSELS, ALL TAXES AND FEES INCLUDED, IF BOOKED ON BRUSSELSAIRLINES.COM. TICKETS ARE NOT CHANGEABLE, NOR REFUNDABLE. PRICES ARE SUBJECT TO CHANGE WITHOUT PRIOR NOTICE
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AIRLINE
safety
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For your safety
and comfort
Welcome on board our fl ight
today and thank you for choosing
Brussels Airlines. Please read the
information below regarding smoking
and safety regulations on board.
Should you have any questions,
please ask your cabin attendant.
Electronic devices
No personal communications or radio
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In accordance with government
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Passengers should be aware that there
are smoke detectors in the aircraft’s
toilets and that any breach of this rule
may incur penalties.
Safety procedures
You will find an information sheet on
safety procedures in your seat pocket.
Please read it carefully and please listen
attentively to all safety announcements
and instructions from the crew.
Alcohol
Passengers are not allowed to consume
alcohol they have brought with them or
bought on board. Alcohol may be served
on board, but our cabin crew will not
serve any passenger who they feel has
already had too much to drink.
*For the complete list of items whose use is
restricted, please see your safety card
located in the seat pocket in front of you.
Pour votre securite et
votre confort
Nous vous souhaitons la bienvenue à
bord de notre vol, et vous remercions
d’avoir choisi Brussels Airlines. Veuillez
lire les informations suivantes
concernant les consignes de sécurité
et l’interdiction de fumer à bord. Pour
toute question, n’hésitez pas à vous
adresser à notre personnel navigant.
Appareils électroniques
Aucun appareil de communication ou
émetteur radio personnel, tel que
téléphone portable, radio, système GPS,
jeu ou jouet télécommandé ne peut être
utilisé à bord*. Veuillez vous assurer que
votre téléphone est bien éteint avant et
pendant le vol. L’utilisation des
ordinateurs et jeux électroniques est
autorisée pendant le vol, mais ces
appareils doivent être éteints lors du
décollage et de l’atterrissage.
Interdiction de fumer
Conformément aux réglementations
gouvernementales, tous les vols Brussels
Airlines sont entièrement non-fumeurs.
Nous rappelons aux passagers que les
toilettes de l’avion sont équipées de
détecteurs de fumée, et que toute
infraction à ce règlement peut entraîner
une amende.
Procédures de sécurité
Vous trouverez dans la poche de votre
siège une fiche d’information concernant
les procédures de sécurité. Veuillez lire
cette fiche et écouter attentivement
toutes les annonces et instructions de
l’équipage en matière de sécurité.
Alcool
Les passagers ne sont pas autorisés à
consommer l’alcool qu’ils ont emporté ou
acheté à bord. De l’alcool peut être servi
dans l’avion, mais notre équipage
refusera de servir tout passager qu’il
soupçonne d’avoir déjà trop bu.
*Pour la liste complète des appareils dont
l’utilisation à bord est interdite, veuillez
consulter la fiche de sécurité rangée dans la
poche du siège devant vous.
Voor uw veiligheid
en comfort
We verwelkomen u graag aan boord
van deze vlucht en danken u om te
vliegen met Brussels Airlines. Lees
aandachtig onderstaande informatie
over roken en veiligheid aan boord.
Als u vragen heeft, kunt u die stellen
aan het cabinepersoneel.
Elektronische apparaten
U mag aan boord geen (communicatie)
apparaten gebruiken die radiogolven
uitzenden, zoals draagbare telefoons,
radio’s, GPS-apparaten, spelletjes of
speelgoed met een afstandsbediening*.
Zorg ervoor dat uw telefoon is
uitgeschakeld voor en tijdens de vlucht.
Elektronische toestellen zoals personal
computers en spelletjes mag u tijdens de
vlucht gebruiken, maar moet u
uitschakelen bij het opstijgen en landen.
Roken
In overeenstemming met de Belgische
wetgeving is roken verboden op alle
vluchten van Brussels Airlines. Wij
wijzen u erop dat de toiletten aan boord
zijn uitgerust met rookdetectoren.
Een inbreuk op het rookverbod kan
bestraft worden.
Veiligheidsprocedures
U vindt een informatieblad over de
veiligheidsprocedures in het opbergzakje
voor u. Lees het zorgvuldig en luister
aandachtig naar alle
veiligheidsmededelingen en instructies
van het cabinepersoneel.
Alcohol
Passagiers mogen geen alcohol
gebruiken die ze hebben meegebracht of
aan boord hebben gekocht. Alcohol kan
aan boord worden geserveerd, maar ons
cabinepersoneel zal geen alcohol
schenken aan passagiers die volgens hen
al voldoende hebben gedronken.
*In het opbergzakje voor u vindt u uw
veiligheidskaart met daarop de volledige
lijst van apparaten met gebruiksbeperkingen.

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AIRLINE
comfort
Your personal
wellbeing on board
Nowadays, for many passengers, fl ying
regularly is part of life. However, the body is
sensitive to change and fl ying still isn’t part
of a normal daily rhythm. Brussels Airlines
cares about your comfort, so here are a
couple of hints on how to keep your body
happy and healthy in the air.
Before
■ Drink plenty of water and avoid excessive
intake of alcohol, coffee and tea
■ Take time to have a stroll around the terminal
after check-in
■ A light snack is fine, but avoid heavy meals
before flying
■ Dress in loose, comfortable clothing
■ Apply moisturiser to keep your skin
feeling fresh
During
■ Drink plenty of water and avoid excessive
intake of alcohol, coffee and tea
■ Exercise helps you avoid cramps and is
good for circulation, even on short flights
(see below)
■ Don’t eat too much
Exercises
Stretch and flex your leg muscles, as well as
your arms, shoulders and neck, from time to
time. This will improve your general level of
comfort and stimulate your circulation. Stretch
and rotate your ankles and legs while sitting in
your seat.
Votre bien-être à bord
De nos jours, il est de plus en plus
courant de prendre l’avion régulièrement.
Cependant, le corps est sensible aux
changements, et voler implique toujours
une modifi cation du rythme normal.
Pour Brussels Airlines, la question de
votre confort est une priorité. Voici donc
quelques conseils pour garder un corps
léger et équilibré jusque dans les airs.
Avant
■ Buvez beaucoup d’eau, évitez une consommation
excessive d’alcool, de café et de thé
■ Prenez le temps de vous balader un peu dans
l’aérogare après l’enregistrement
■ N’hésitez pas à prendre un en-cas léger, mais
évitez les repas trop lourds avant d’embarquer
■ Portez des vêtements amples et confortables
■ Appliquez une crème hydratante pour garder
une peau fraîche
Pendant
■ Buvez beaucoup d’eau, évitez une consommation
excessive d’alcool, de café et de thé
■ Faire de l’exercice permet d’éviter les crampes
et est excellent pour la circulation. Essayez les
exercices décrits ci-dessous
■ Ne mangez pas trop
Exercises
Etirez et fléchissez de temps à autre les
muscles de vos jambes, vos bras, vos épaules et
votre nuque. Cela améliorera votre confort
général tout en stimulant votre circulation.
Etirez et dessinez de petits cercles avec vos
chevilles et vos jambes lorsque vous êtes assis.
Uw persoonlijk
comfort aan board
Vandaag maakt vliegen voor heel wat
passagiers deel uit van het dagelijkse
leven. Ons lichaam is echter gevoelig voor
verandering en vliegen kan ons dagritme
danig in de war brengen. Uw welzijn ligt
Brussels Airlines nauw aan het hart. Daarom
geven we u enkele tips om ook in de lucht
uw lichaam fi t en gezond te houden.
Vooraf
■ Drink veel water en vermijd overmatig gebruik
van alcohol, koffie en thee
■ Neem de tijd om na het inchecken even door
de terminal te wandelen
■ Een lichte snack mag, maar eet niet te zwaar
vóór u het vliegtuig neemt
■ Draag losse, comfortabele kleding
■ Gebruik een vochtinbrengende crème zodat
uw huid fris aanvoelt
Tijdens
■ Drink veel water en vermijd overmatig gebruik
van alcohol, koffie en thee
■ Oefeningen voorkomen krampen en zijn
goed voor de bloedsomloop. Probeer
onderstaande oefeningen
■ Eet niet te veel
Oefeningen
Strek en buig nu en dan uw benen, armen,
schouders en nek. U zult er zich beter door
voelen en het stimuleert de bloedsomloop.
Strek en draai uw enkels en benen terwijl u in
uw stoel zit.
1 2 3 4
Stretch and rotate your ankles and legs while seated 1 . Flex and stretch your calf muscles 2 , as well as your arms 3 , shoulders and neck 4 periodically.
This will improve your general level of comfort and stimulate your circulation.
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AIRLINE
relax
What’s that noise?
Aircraft, like any other form of motorised transport, are full of odd noises and
movements that can be disconcerting when you’re not used to them. At
Brussels Airlines we understand passengers’ concerns and are passionate about
reassuring you, so we’ve prepared this short guide to set your mind at ease.
■ Just before or after start-up, the lights and air conditioning suddenly go off
and back on.
Don’t worry: This is a changeover of power source, from an external generator to
an internal one.
■ During taxi you see part of the wing moving down and backwards.
Don’t worry: These are flaps extending to provide more lift during take-off.
After take-off they will retract until just before landing.
■ Immediately after take-off you hear a noise from below the floor.
Don’t worry: This is the landing gear retracting into the body of the aircraft.
■ During climb the sound of the engines diminishes.
Don’t worry: The engines go to a lower power output after initial full throttle for
take-off. They also go to ‘idle power’ just before descent.
■ During climb you hear a whirring noise, changing in intensity or tone.
Don’t worry: This is the sound of the flaps retracting. You’ll hear the same noise
just before landing, when the flaps extend again.
■ You see the wing-tips moving up and down during turbulence.
Don’t worry: The wings are flexible and built to cope with heavy turbulence.
■ You see a flashing light through the windows.
Don’t worry: This is usually the strobe lights on the wing-tips reflecting off
surrounding clouds. Lightning can also be seen at night, but this is no indication of
the distance of the storm – the heart of the storm will usually be further away.
■ After landing you hear a blowing sound (sometimes with increasing engine sound).
Don’t worry: This is the engine’s thrust reversers, redirecting the airflow of the
engines forward to slow down the aircraft.
■ You experience heavy deceleration after touch-down, sometimes accompanied
by a pulsating braking.
Don’t worry: Braking can be heavier or softer depending on the length of the
runway. The pulsation is from the anti-skid device (just like in a car), which prevents
the wheels skidding on wet ground.
If you have any questions that aren’t covered here, just ask your flight attendant. For
those who need reassurance, Brussels Airlines, Brussels Airport and the University of
Ghent have set up a special two-day course designed to help passengers get over
their fear of flying. For further information, visit vliegangst.org
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C’est quoi ce bruit?
Comme tous les moyens de transport motorisés, un avion émet
toutes sortes de bruits bizarres et effectue des mouvements, qui
peuvent inquiéter si vous n’y êtes pas habitué. Chez Brussels
Airlines, nous comprenons parfaitement le malaise que cela
peut occasionner chez les passagers, et nous mettons tout en
oeuvre pour vous rassurer. Voici donc un petit guide des bruits
et des mouvements qui vous aidera à voyager l’esprit tranquille.
■ Juste avant ou après le démarrage de l’avion, les lumières et
l’air conditionné s’éteignent et se rallument subitement.
C’est tout à fait normal: Il s’agit d’un changement de source
d’alimentation électrique: on passe d’un générateur externe à
un générateur interne.
■ Quand l’avion roule sur la piste, vous voyez une partie de l’aile
s’abaisser et reculer.
C’est tout à fait normal: Les volets se déploient pour offrir plus
de portance lors du décollage. Après le décollage, ils se
replieront jusqu’au moment de l’atterrissage.
■ Juste après le décollage, vous entendez un bruit provenant du sol.
C’est tout à fait normal: Ce n’est que le train d’atterrissage qui
se replie dans le fuselage de l’avion.
■ Le bruit des moteurs diminue pendant l’ascension.
C’est tout à fait normal: Les moteurs diminuent de puissance
après avoir fonctionné à pleins gaz lors du décollage. Ils passent
également en mode ‘puissance réactive’ juste avant la descente
de l’avion.
■ Durant l’ascension, vous entendez un vrombissement dont
l’intensité et la sonorité varient.
C’est tout à fait normal: Les volets sont en train de se replier.
Vous entendrez le même bruit juste avant l’atterrissage, quand
ils se déploieront à nouveau.
■ Quand l’avion traverse une zone de turbulences, vous voyez les
extrémités des ailes bouger de haut en bas.
C’est tout à fait normal: Les ailes sont flexibles et conçues
pour résister à de très fortes turbulences.
■ Vous voyez une lumière clignoter à travers les hublots.
C’est tout à fait normal: Il s’agit généralement du reflet des
lumières stroboscopiques qui se trouvent à l’extrémité des ailes
de l’avion sur les nuages environnants. La nuit, vous pouvez aussi
parfois voir des éclairs, mais ceux-ci n’indiquent en rien la distance
de l’orage : le cœur de l’orage sera généralement plus éloigné.
■ Après l’atterrissage, vous entendrez parfois un soufflement
(pouvant être accompagné du bruit des moteurs qui va augmentant).
C’est tout à fait normal: Il s’agit des inverseurs de poussée du
moteur, qui redirigent le débit d’air des moteurs vers l’avant afin
de ralentir l’avion.
■ Après l’atterrissage, vous sentez une forte décélération, parfois
accompagnée d’un freinage pulsé.
C’est tout à fait normal: Le freinage peut être plus doux ou plus
musclé selon la longueur de la piste. La pulsation provient du
système antidérapant (comme dans une voiture), empêchant les
roues de déraper sur le sol humide.
Si des interrogations subsistent, n’hésitez pas à vous adresser
au personnel de cabine. Pour les passagers souffrant d’anxiété,
Brussels Airlines, Brussels Airport et l’Université de Gand ont
mis sur pied une formation spéciale de deux jours, dont le but
est d’aider à surmonter cette peur. Pour plus d’informations,
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in the air
Brussels Airlines aircraft are a regular sight taking off and landing at Brussels Airport as well as at the 70+ destinations
we serve across Europe and Africa. Check our fl eet line-up to fi nd out more about the aircraft you’re fl ying on
Airbus A319
Number 6
Destination Europe
Seats 132
Wingspan 34.09 metres
Length 33.84 metres
Height 11.76 metres
Cruising speed 850 km/h
Number 5
Destination Europe
Seats 142
Wingspan 29.90 metres
Length 33.40 metres
Height 11.13 metres
Max cruising speed 927 km/h
Number 12
Destination Europe
Seats 97
Wingspan 26.30 metres
Length 31.00 metres
Height 08.50 metres
Cruising speed 755 km/h
Airbus A330-300
Number 5
Destination Africa
Seats 284
Wingspan 60.30 metres
Length 63.66 metres
Height 16.91 metres
Cruising speed 870 km/h
Boeing 737-300 Boeing 737-400
Number 4
Destination Europe
Seats 164
Wingspan 29.90 metres
Length 36.45 metres
Height 11.13 metres
Max cruising speed 927 km/h
AVRO RJ100 AVRO RJ85
98 Brussels Airlines b.there! magazine November 2010
Number 14
Destination Europe
Seats 82
Wingspan 26.30 metres
Length 28.30 metres
Height 08.50 metres
Cruising speed 755 km/h

at the airport
Brussels Airport, the home base of Brussels Airlines, is tailored
to suit the needs of all passengers: business travellers who seek
a full service product, holiday passengers and low fare seekers
alike. Brussels Airport aims to be amongst the most welcoming
and effi cient airports in the world. Over the last few years,
international surveys and ratings show that the airport comes
very close to reaching this ambitious target
Transport to/from Brussels Airport
Car rental
The car rental companies are located
in the arrivals hall level 2. To return
your car, follow the signage at Brussels Airport
for Front Park 1. Returning your car is simple
and should take no longer than 10 minutes. Avis
is the preferred partner of Brussels Airlines, for
preferential rates, see the Avis link on
brusselsairlines.com
At Brussels Airport over
10,000 parking spaces are
available within walking distance of the
passenger terminal. All year round we offer a
range of parking products tailored to the needs
of each customer including promotions for city
trips and holiday packages. Park in FP3 for 14
days and pay less €7 per day. Brussels Airlines
passengers are entitled to a free upgrade to VIP
Parking when flying Business Class.
Taxis
Taxis are continuously available
outside the arrivals hall, level 2. We
advise you to use official taxis carrying a yellow/
blue licence emblem. Wheelchair users can
reserve a taxi with Taxi Hendricks via tel. +32
(0)2 752 9800 or hendriks.be
Buses
The bus station is located at level 0 and
provides bus services to many cities
around Brussels Airport. For more information
you can contact:
■ De Lijn: tel. +32 (0)70 220 200 or delijn.be
■ MIVB/STIB: tel. +32 (0)7 023 2000 or stib.be
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For more information please visit our website:
brusselsairport.be
■ Airport Express:
Antwerp–Brussels Airport–Antwerp:
tel. +32 (0)52 334 000 or
airportexpress.be
The Netherlands–Brussels
Airport–The Netherlands:
airportxpress.nl (stops at
Amsterdam and Rotterdam)
Trains
The train station is
located at Brussels
Airport at level -1. The Brussels
Airport Express takes you up to
four times an hour to the centre of
Brussels in 15 minutes. From there you can
connect to the Belgian and international rail
networks. For more information please contact
NMBS/SNCB via tel. +32 (0)2 753 2440 or b-rail.be
Persons with
reduced mobility
Brussels Airport is fully adapted to
the needs of persons with reduced mobility
(PRM). PRM who are accompanied can borrow a
wheelchair in the departures hall to go to their
gate and may apply for special assistance at the
airport to proceed from the car park, bus or train
station to the gate or vice versa. Always inform
your airline of your specific needs.
Communication
A wireless internet connection (Wi-Fi/
Hotspot) is available throughout the
airport buildings. Wi-Fi access cards can be
purchased at rent2connect in the arrivals hall
level 2, or through the vending machines
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Lost, found and
refused objects
■ In the terminal: go to the
information desk in the arrivals hall – level 2
(opening hours 6am-9pm). For more information,
tel. 0900-70 000 daily 7am-9pm
■ Left on board: go to the Brussels Airlines desk
in the baggage reclaim area
■ Lost baggage: go to the Brussels Airlines
desk in the baggage reclaim area,
tel. +32 (0)2 723 3052

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ATM (Cash machines)
There are 8 ATMs at Brussels Airport:
2 in the arrivals hall (level 2), 1 in the
baggage reclaim area (level 2 airside), 2 in the
departures hall (level 3), 1 on level 4 next to the
Brussels Café, 1 at the beginning of Pier B and 1
in Pier A shopping area (level 1).
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Shops
Tickets & Airline services
Airline lounges
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Check-in
Baggage reclaim area
Supermarket
At arrivals level the supermarket
offers a wide range of bakery
products and fresh vegetables as well as a large
assortment of non-food products. There is also a
Post Office service available.
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BELGIUM Population 10,423,493 Currency Euro GDP
BRUSSELS
† €26,540 Dialling code +32
Airport code BRU Average temp (Nov) 6°C
Brussels in November
can be chilly, but the
approach of the holiday
season gives the city
a special glow. The
Christmas Market and
ice rink open on 26
November to get you into
the winter spirit. Steven
Tate is our city guide
LA BOURSE
Home to the Brussels Stock
Exchange, La Bourse is also the
true centre of the city. The
Grand’Place is but a stone’s throw
away, but there are attractions
that deserve your attention here.
SLEEP With only 13 rooms, Hotel Café
Pacific (57 Rue Antoine Dansaert,
hotelcafepacific.com, tel. (0)2 213 0080,
rooms from €129) boasts major
convenience. From its Belle Époque
lounge to its personalised rooms, it also
has style to spare – fitting, as it’s on one
of the city’s most fashionable streets.
EAT Plattesteen (41 Rue du Marché au
Charbon, tel. (0)2 512 8203) has a huge
gay clientele, although locals of all
persuasions find it a convenient meeting
point for drinks and down-home Belgian
cooking – which means lots of butter and
cream. Mirante (13 Plattesteen, tel.
(0)2 511 1580) serves some of the
best pizza and pasta you’ll have outside
Italy; elbow-to-elbow dining at its best.
Although not quite as small, Le Petit
Boxeur (3 Rue Borgval, tel. (0)2 511
4000) is made for romance – cosy
bordering on claustrophobic and with
sublime French cuisine.
SHOP In a country renowned for its
chocolate, Planète Chocolat (24 Rue
Christmas cheer: The city
gears up for the festive
season this month
INFO
Brussels Airport is
15km northeast of
the city in Zaventem.
Train Trains depart
every 15 minutes
at peak times for
Brussels’ three
main stations.
The journey takes
25 minutes and
costs €5.
Bus The bus
station is a level
below the arrivals
hall. The No. 12
to the city centre
departs every 30
minutes; one-way
tickets cost €3.
Taxi The journey
to the city centre
costs €25-€35 and
takes 25 minutes.
Tourist offi ce
The main offi ce is
on the Grand’Place
(tel. (0)2 513
8940, brussels
international.be).
du Lombard) stands out by using
flavourings such as kumquat, black
pepper, violet and cloves. Started as
a streetwear boutique in 1994, Prive
Joke (76-78 Rue Marché aux Charbon)
has evolved into the place for the
stylish female to load up on goodies.
For more intimate apparel, Lady
Paname (5 Rue des Grands Carmes) sells
naughty lingerie and other items that
would make Agent Provocateur blush.
LATER For close to a quarter century,
Le Belgica (32 Rue Marché au Charbon)
has been packing punters in. It long ago
evolved into the bar of choice for the
flannel shirt and muscle-T-shirt crowd.
House music keeps the crowd pumped,
while the house drink – a potent shot of
lemon genever – adds to the ambience.
CENTRAL STATION
Bustling with business and building
works, the Central Station area is
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an urban cacophony of museums,
tourists, banks and traffic.
CULTURE The British flag gets the
Gilbert & George treatment in the Jack
Freak Pictures exhibition at the Musée
des Beaux Arts (23 Rue Ravenstein),
which will both disturb and delight.
TIP Brussels’ museums are open late
every Thursday this month, 5pm-10pm
(nocturnes.brusselsmuseums.be).
IXELLES
The district that’s home to grand
embassies and some of the best
art deco architecture in the city.
CULTURE Paul Delvaux – Aux Sources
de l’Oeuvre at the Musée d’Ixelles (71
Rue Jean Van Volsem) examines one of
the country’s greatest painters. Medical
drawings, cadavers and other curiosities
informed this surrealist’s work.
EAT Funky but chic, Ultime Atome (14
Rue Saint-Boniface, tel. (0)2 511 13 67)
is a popular spot for drinks and dinner
before a night at the nearby arthouse
cinema. The waiters seem to have been
hired more for their forms than their
function, but if you can overlook that,
it’s both enjoyable and affordable.
PLACE SAINT CATHERINE/
HALLES SAINT GÉRY
Bookended by the 19th-century
Saint Géry covered market and
St Catherine’s Church, this area
is old Brussels, peopled by a mix
of Asian and North African
immigrants and old-school locals.
SHOP Green is the new black, with
eco-shopping becoming ever more
fashionable. For proof, look no further
than Haleluja (6 Place du Nouveau
Marché aux Grains). This new shop
selling bio-fashion is the latest
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« Amoureux de la truffe en toutes saisons, je suis très heureux de voir revenir octobre et
son diamant par excellence : La truffe blanche. Pour les connaisseurs, elle représente
surtout un moment de dégustation rare, d’autant plus exquis qu’il est limité dans le
temps, nous laissant à peine trois mois pour en profiter ! Sa magie embaume toute notre
Maison de ses effluves rares, fatal est le destin de ceux qui y goûtent. Délectation. »
Luigi Ciciriello - Owner Of La Truffe Noire

BELGIUM Population 10,423,493 Currency Euro GDP
BRUSSELS
† €26,540 Dialling code +32
Coastline 66.5km Border Countries France, Germany, Luxembourg, Netherlands
venture of Sonja Noël, the boutique
owner who was among the first to
champion Dries Van Noten, Ann
Demeulemeester, Raf Simons and other
now-internationally known Belgian
designers. Sold here are Eric Beauduin’s
recycled leather handbags, organic
knitwear by Elementum and recycled
apparel by Christopher Raeburn.
Christa Reniers (196 Rue Antoine
Dansaert) uses plant-life, magma
and other natural phenomena as
inspiration for her line of silver jewellery.
The stalactite-like pendants and
sea-anemone rings are timeless.
LATER Despite its cultural centre
pedigree, De Markten (5 Place de Vieux
Marché aux Grains) attracts a mix of
bohemians, professionals and everything
in between. Unless your Flemish is
flawless, it’s better to speak English
here than French.
CANAL
Where merchants buy their fresh
fruit, flowers and veg in the wee
hours, this area is usually pretty
deserted – making it the perfect
neighbourhood for clubbing.
LATER The Fiesta Club (20 Quai des
Usines) is a popular destination for
clubbers craving hip-hop beats. Snoop
Dogg, Destiny’s Child’s Kelly Rowland,
Alicia Keys and Ne-Yo have all either
partied or performed here, boosting its
stock on the nightlife circuit. Housemusic
lovers are welcomed in the Silver
Room on Saturdays. Open Fridays and
Saturdays from 10 pm.
PLACE BRUGMANN
Fashionably PC best describes
this area: leafy, tasteful and wellheeled,
without being too flash.
SHOP Award-winning designer Sandrina
Fasoli (22 Place Brugmann) creates
womenswear that’s ultra-feminine
without crossing the line into frou-frou.
This season, her collection of silver
sheaths, leather skirts and silky
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MAP ILLUSTRATION IAN DUTNALL
INFO chemises with butterfly bows are
For more
a new twist on schoolgirl chic.
information about
places to stay, EAT What does a residence of the Queen
things to do and
much more, go to
visitbelgium.com
of England have to do with a 1950s
American diner? The owners of Le
Turn the page for Balmoral (21 Place Brugmann, (0)2 347
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0882) evidently see some connection.
This eatery serves burgers, burritos and
artery-clogging American breakfasts in
a pink and blue décor where Marilyn
Monroe and Betty Boop are represented
in life-sized form. Kitschy, but cool.
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taste buds...
Nestled behind the beautiful Trinity Church, close
to La Place du Chatelain, OENO TK is a genuine
microcosm dedicated to the world of wine.
WINE TK is both a wine shop and wine bar and
invites you to enjoy a very rigorous selection of
international wines, from sincere wine to the artist’s
wine - regale whilst munching on the delicacies
suggested by the imposing backdrop.
The temple of Bacchus also features a stunning
terrace for sunny days and balmy nights.
African Street 29 to 31 - 1060 Brussels
Tel: + 32 2 534 64 34
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New lobby
Emerald business lounge
Awardwinning swimming pool
BOUTIQUE
RESTAURANT
Fermé dimanche et lundi soir
Avenue Louise 300
1050 Bruxelles
Tél.: 02 640 54 55
www.atelier.truffenoire.com
« Diamant parmi les diamants, la Truffe Blanche est de retour dans notre restaurant.
Pour les connaisseurs, elle représente surtout un moment de dégustation rare, d’autant
plus exquis qu’il est limité dans le temps, nous laissant à peine trois mois pour en
profiter ! Notre restaurant concept-store est aussi un des seuls endroits où vous offrir
quelques grammes de truffe blanche, pour des dégustations puissantes et raffinées à
domicile. »
Gil Van Haut - Gérant de L’Atelier La Truffe Noire

BELGIUM Population 10,423,493 Currency Euro GDP
BRUGES
† €26,540 Dialling code +32
Distance from Brussels city centre 92km Average temp (Nov) 7°C
The capital of West
Flanders is gearing up for
the festive season. The
Snow & Ice Sculpture
Festival on Stationsplein
launches on 26 November,
while the Christmas
market opens two days
prior to this. Already
in progress is Brugge
Centraal (bruggecentraal.
be), a major city arts
event. With jazz at the
Concertgebouw and
Pawel Althamer’s 70ft
naked male Balloon
fi gure suspended above
the city, it’s a unique
experience. Adrian
Mourby is our city guide
MARKT AND TO THE WEST
There has always been a divide
between the Markt area, dominated
by the Belfort, and the more sober
Burg. There’s more fun to be had
in Bruges’ unofficial ‘west end’.
SLEEP Recently converted from
the remains of the old palace, the
Kempinski Hotel Dukes’ Palace (8
Prinsenhof, tel. (0)50 447888, kempinski.
com/en/bruges, rooms from €199) is
a Renaissance chateau tucked behind
a row of shops. It offers excellent service
and a good restaurant, and the witty art
in the garden is a welcome surprise.
EAT Hosted by the jovial Mario, De
Vlaamsche Pot (3-5 Helmstraat, tel.
(0)50 340086) serves good honest
Flemish cuisine in colourful, eclectic
surroundings. If you like the food, you
can buy a copy of Mario’s cookbook
and recreate the dishes at home.
Amazing gate: the Snow
& Ice Festival heralds the
coming of winter in Bruges
INFO
Brussels Airport is
100km southeast
of Bruges.
Train From
Brussels Airport
take the train to
Brussels Midi/Zuid,
where you can
then change on to
any train in the
direction of Bruges,
De Panne, Knokke
or Ostend. The fi rst
stop is Ghent, then
Bruges (Brugge).
There are usually
two trains per hour
to Bruges, with
a journey time of
around 85 minutes.
The fi rst train
departs at 5.36am,
the last at 11.53pm.
A return costs
€16,20 (b-rail.be).
Taxi A taxi from
Brussels Airport
will cost €170.
Tourist offi ce
In&Uit Brugge,
34 ’t Zand (tel.
(0)50 444646,
brugge.be).
CULTURE The Church of Our Lady
(Onze Lieve Vrouwekerk Zuid) is almost
more of an art gallery than a church.
Michelangelo’s Madonna housed here
is believed to be the only work by the
artist that left Italy during his lifetime.
It was carved for the Duomo in Siena,
but bought by two merchants from
Bruges. The tombs of Charles the Bold
and his daughter, Mary of Burgundy,
are impressive, and look out for the
bourgeois family memorials painted
by Pieter Pourbus.
SHOP The Chocolate Line (19 Simon
Stevinplein) is the brainchild of
Dominique Persoone, chocolatier
extraordinaire and the man who
invented the Chocolate Shooter
for Mick Jagger’s birthday. He also
recently drizzled chocolate over
a hundred naked women, when
photographer Spencer Tunick was
shooting in Bruges.
Belgian
city
focus
BURG AND TO THE EAST
The administrative centre of old
Bruges is a three-sided square
whose open fourth side once
contained the cathedral church of
St Donatius – it was destroyed by
French troops in 1799.
SLEEP Hotel De Tuilerieën (7 Dijver,
tel. (0)50 343691, hoteltuilerieen.com,
rooms from €119) is a 15th-century
mansion overlooking one of the most
picturesque canals in the city. It has its
own dock and a canalside dining room.
EAT Sans Cravate (159 Langestraat,
tel. (0)50 678310) is a Michelin-starred
restaurant near the massive Kruispoort.
The owners offer two excellent menus
– Arthur and Oscar – named after their
sons, whose rooms are above the dining
room. At Rock Fort (15 Langestraat, tel.
(0)50 334113), the fixed ‘menu according
to mood of the chef’ is good value (€49).
CULTURE Helig Bloed Basiliek
(10 Burg) has a Renaissance façade with
gilded statues of Flemish counts and
a gothic chapel within. It was built to
house a fragment of cloth stained with
the blood of Christ, which now resides in
a gem-encrusted hexagonal case made
by local goldsmith Jan Crabbe in 1617.
SHOP Luxury handbag designer
Delvaux has one of its two Belgian
shops at 2 Breidelstraat.
TIP According to local custom, any
single woman looking for a husband
should cross the Bonifacius Bridge;
the first man she sees on the other
side is likely to be her new husband.
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GREECE Population 10,749,943 Currency Euro GDP
ATHENS
† €22,350 Dialling code +30
Airport code ATH Flight frequency Twice daily Average temp (Nov) 15°C
As Athens’ streets and
parks take on an
autumnal feel, the
National Archaeological
Museum (namuseum.gr)
hosts a groundbreaking
exhibition featuring the
reconstructed face of an
Athenian girl who lived in
the city around 2,500
years ago. Carole French
is our city guide
PLÁKA
Best known for being the steeply
sloping district crowned by
the ancient Acropolis, Pláka is
the historic heart of the city,
characterised by tiny streets
full of neoclassical homes.
SLEEP Head straight to the roof terrace,
which boasts views of the Acropolis, at
the Central Hotel (21 Apóllonos, tel. 210
323 4357, centralhotel.gr, rooms from
€80), a stylish boutique establishment.
CULTURE Be sure to put aside some
time to explore the Museum of Greek
Folk Art (17 Kydathinaion), to check out
the important Kyriazopoulos Collection
of folk pottery.
EAT Housed in an elaborate old building
and serving tasty local dishes such as
souvláki (shish kebab), Damigos (41
Kydathinaion, tel. 210 322 5084)
is one of the most popular eateries in
Pláka. Nearby is Daphne’s (4 Lysikrátous,
tel. 210 322 7971, daphnesrestaurant.
gr), an elegant gourmet restaurant that’s
hosted many celebrities.
LATER The long history of atmospheric
Melina Café (22 Lysioú) is depicted in the
fabulous photos that line its walls.
TIP If you’re visiting with children, pick
up a leaflet about the fun workshops on
offer at the Museum of Greek Folk Art.
EXÁRCHIA
Lying to the north of the Acropolis,
Exárchia is a bustling district full of
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INFO
Athens
International
Airport, Elfthérios
Venizélos, is
located about
33km from the city
centre, at Spáta.
Bus Airport
buses to Plateía
Syntágmatos
(Syntagma Square)
leave at 10-minute
intervals. The
journey time is
around 50 minutes,
costing €3,20.
Metro You can
catch the metro
and light railway
trains to Plateía
Syntágmatos,
which take about
35 minutes and
costs €6.
Taxi A taxi for the
same journey costs
around €25, taking
30 minutes.
Tourist offi ce
The main offi ce
can be found at
26 Amalias (tel. 210
331 0392, gnto.gr).
The Acropolis (‘high city’)
holds the most magnifi cent
buildings of ancient Greece
chic cafes, galleries and art shops
– the buzz may be due to the
number of students who live here.
SLEEP In one of Exárchia’s quieter spots,
the Dryades Hotel (4 Dryadon, tel. 210
382 7362, orion-dryades.com, rooms
from €55) is welcoming and good value.
CULTURE See this month’s Myrtis:
Face To Face With The Past exhibition,
along with the world’s finest collection
of ancient Greek artifacts, at the
National Archaeological Museum
(44 Patissíon, tel. 210 821 7724).
EAT The Circus Bar (11 Navarínou,
tel. 210 361 5255) is a place to relax
with friends and ‘be seen’.
TIP The tiny streets behind the
university are full of bookshops to
browse for new and second-hand books.
OMÓNOIA
Omónoia is a busy business and
shopping district of Athens, best
known for hosting festivals and
sports events in its main square
– which is the oldest in the city.
SLEEP Modern, with an elegant décor
of autumn shades, the Athens Acropol
Hotel (1 Piraeus, Omónoia Square, tel.
210 322 5891, rooms from €100) makes
a good base when on business.
CULTURE Overlooking one of the city’s
busiest markets, the Artower Agora (10
Armodíou) is an exhibition venue with
an eclectic mix of contemporary objets
d’art and paintings.
EAT In a lavish 19th-century mansion,
Neon Omónoia (1 Dorou, tel. 210 522
3201) offers a tempting selection of
pastries and pasta dishes.
SHOP Everything from jewellery and
leather goods to books and souvenirs
can be found in the department store
Hondos Center (Omónoia Square).
LATER Enjoy dinner and a show at The
Black Duck Multiparte (9a Christoú
Lada), a venue near the business district.
TIP The Omónoia metro station is
decorated with old photographs of the
square, offering a fascinating window
on the city’s recent past.
KOLONÁKI
For shopping and art galleries,
head for this leafy district at the
foot of Lycabettus Hill.
SLEEP The luxurious Hilton Athens (46
Vassilíssis Sofias, tel. 210 728 1000,
hilton.com, rooms from €150) has a spa,
gourmet restaurant and rooftop bar.
EAT Try the delicious kleftiko (slowcooked
lamb with herbs) at Prytaneion
(7-9 Milióni, tel. 210 364 3353), a supertraditional
taverna.
SHOP Head for Tsakalof Street for
great fashion shops – Gucci (number
27) and Sotris (corner of Tsakalof and
Voukouréstiou), which stocks Prada and
Dolce & Gabbana, are highlights.
LATER With its lavish décor, including
a disco ball, the Akrotiri Boutique (B5
Vassiléos Georgioú) offers dancing and
dining until dawn.
TIP The column (kolonaki) in Kolonáki
Square gave the district its name.
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GERMANY Population 82,282,988 Currency Euro GDP
BERLIN
† €24,595 Dialling code +49
Airport code TXL Flight frequency Seven times daily Average temp (Nov) 4°C
Whether it’s jazz, techno
or marching bands,
there’s no getting away
from music in Berlin
this month. These three
very diff erent festivals
accompany the huge
range of culture and
entertainment that makes
this city of contrasts so
fascinating. Anthea
Gerrie is our city guide
MITTE
This large central area of what
used to be known as East Berlin
houses most major museums plus
happening shops, bars and eateries.
SLEEP Soho House (1 Torstrasse, tel.
(0)30 405044, sohohouseberlin.com,
rooms from €100), offers luxe but quirky
accommodation in a former Bauhaus
department store, with the bonus of
membership (during your stay) to the
hottest members’ club in town.
CULTURE The DDR Museum (1 Karl
Liebknecht Strasse) offers a fascinating
glimpse of 40 years spent living under
communist rule, when even fashion was
dictated by the state. A reconstructed
East Berlin apartment of the Cold War
period is a highlight.
EAT Reinstoff (Edison Höfe, 26c
Schlegelstrasse, tel. (0)30 3088 1214)
with its Michelin-starred cuisine, was
voted Berlin’s best new restaurant this
year. Heinrich (39-41 Rosa Luxemburg
Strasse, tel. (0)30 1389 9906) recreates
Berlin’s pre-WWII heyday.
LATER The Admirals Absinth-Bar
(Admiralspalast, 101 Friedrichstrasse)
offers an authentic taste of the roaring
20s in a variety theatre of the period.
INFO
Tegel Airport is
8km northwest
of the city centre.
Bus Route TXL
connects Tegel
airport with
Hauptbahnhof
(main) station,
Mitte (the city
centre) and
Alexanderplatz
square. Bus X9
connects Tegel
to Zoo Bahnhof in
the western city
centre. Journeys
take about 20
minutes and
tickets cost €2,10.
Taxi A taxi into
the city centre
takes about 20
minutes and costs
around €20.
Tourist offi ce
There are
‘infostores’ at the
Brandenburg Gate,
Hauptbahnhof, 21
Kurfürstendamm
and Schlossplatz
(tel. (0)30 250025,
visitberlin.de).
You’ll receive star treatment
at the Michelin-awarded
new restaurant Reinstoff
CHARLOTTENBURG
While not as cutting-edge as its
eastern neighbours, the green,
affluent centre of West Berlin is
home to major cultural events.
CULTURE JazzFest (3-7 November)
takes place at a series of venues along
the ‘Jazz Mile’, starting at the Haus der
Berliner Festspiele (24 Schaperstrasse)
and leading to the Jazz Institute (43
Einsteinufer) by way of the Hotel Savoy
(9-10 Fasanenstrasse) and legendary
Quasimodo Club (12a Kantstrasse).
The Helmut Newton Foundation (2
Jebensstrasse) shows the classy and
often outrageous work of Berlin’s great
fashion photographer and artist.
SLEEP The charming Brandenberger
Hof (14 Eislebener Strasse, tel. (0)30
214050, brandenburger-hof.com, rooms
from €195) has Asian-inspired décor
and a glass-roofed courtyard on one of
West Berlin’s nicest leafy streets.
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EAT Paul (51 Kurfürstendamm, tel. (0)30
8872 5573) offers authentic, affordable
Italian food in stylish surroundings.
SHOP Legendary department store
KaDeWe (21-24 Tauentzienstrasse) was
razed by wartime bombing, raised from
the ashes with a magnificent rebuild, and
recently celebrated its centenary.
KREUZBERG
Berlin’s alternative neighbourhood
is most famous for its ‘beach bars’
on the River Spree – a hopping
hive of nightlife all year round.
CULTURE BerMuDa is the city’s major
new event for clubbers and ravers, taking
place on the first weekend of November
in some of the neighbourhood’s buzziest
bars – of which the most famous is
Watergate (49 Falckensteinstrasse).
LATER Chill with a sauna or massage
at the Badeschiff (4 Eichenstrasse) – an
outdoor lido in summer and thermal
haven suspended over the water in
winter, which is open until midnight.
PRENZLAUER BERG
This old working-class district is
a new haunt for trendsetters as the
happening centre of Berlin moves
relentlessly eastwards.
CULTURE Berlin’s Military Music
Festival is a rousing mix of marches
and rock numbers taking place at the
Max Schmeling-Halle (1 Falkplatz,
6-7 November).
SHOP 03 (3 Oderbergerstrasse) sells
homegrown and international gifts.
TIP Ask locals about the impromptu
flea markets that pop up at weekends.
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UNITED KINGDOM Population 61,284,806 Currency British Pound (GBP) GDP
BIRMINGHAM
† €25,090 Dialling code +44
Airport code BHX Flight frequency Five times daily Average temp (Nov) 6°C
Birmingham’s charms
derive from diversity: its
inhabitants represent
over a hundred nations.
Architecturally, the city is
as defi ned by 21st-century
curves (Selfridges) as
faded 18th-century
grandeur (Soho House).
And culturally, you’ll fi nd
everything from heavy
metal to ballet. Keith
Gabriel is our city guide
CITY
Both high-rollers and high
streeters will find something of
interest in a city centre that boasts
cafés, canals and cathedrals in
a surprisingly compact area.
CULTURE As much of a local institution
as the Rotunda building, the Frankfurt
Christmas Market and Craft Fair
(Victoria Square and New Street) visits
the city from 18 November and is an
ideal place to get your Christmas
shopping started. Local artisans sell
their beautifully crafted wares, while
other traders display exotic handicrafts
from further afield.
EAT and drink your way around the
market with glühwein (German mulled
wine), bratwurst and (best of all) grilled
Prager schinken (Prague ham).
SLEEP For a stay that’s smart,
contemporary and not affiliated with
a multinational, try the apartments at
City Nites (2 Edward Street, tel. (0)121
233 1155, city-nites.com, rooms from
€77/£65). They’re footsteps away from
the National Indoor Arena and Brindley
Place, the popular canalside bar and
restaurant haunt.
TIP If you’re travelling in the evening,
start your train journey after 6.30pm: a
Super Off-Peak Day Return is €2.50/£2
– well worth it if you’re travelling from
the centre to Sutton Coldfield, Solihull,
Hall Green or Selly Oak.
INFO
Birmingham
International
Airport is 13km
southeast of the
city.
Train The free
SkyRail takes you
to Birmingham
International train
station; from there
it’s 10-15 minutes
to Birmingham
New Street, costing
€3,60/£3.10 for
a one-way ticket.
Bus The 900 bus
(which accepts
euros) costs €2/
£1.70. Or buy an
adult Daysaver to
travel all day on all
National Express
West Midlands
buses for €5/£3.50.
Taxi A 30-minute
black cab ride to
the centre costs
€28/£23.
Tourist offi ce
The offi ce is at
The Rotunda (150
New Street, tel.
(0)844 888 3883,
visitbirmingham.
com).
Festive fun: pick up some
presents at the city’s annual
Frankfurt Christmas market
MOSELEY
Moseley’s alternative credentials
are demonstrated by its annual
folk festival, a Buddhist centre and
a beautiful members-only park
spanning 11 acres – a haven for
the creative and spiritually minded.
For those more concerned about
the spirits found behind a bar,
Moseley also boasts an exuberantly
eclectic nightlife.
EAT La Plancha (113 Alcester Road, tel.
(0)121 449 5303) is a Mediterranean
oasis. The food is fresh and flavoursome,
with the chorizo in red wine a reliable
favourite. The atmosphere is perennially
convivial, which may or may not be due
to the proximity of Moseley’s finest
cocktail bar, which is downstairs.
CULTURE Moselele (Woodbridge Road,
moselele.co.uk) is a monthly gathering
in the Patrick Kavanagh pub that
embodies Moseley’s quest for quirk.
Novice and accomplished ukulele
players come together to play tunes
on the musical instrument most readily
associated with 1930s music hall and
movie comedian George Formby – catch
it on 4 November.
SHOP If you’re lacking the necessary
equipment to take part in Moselele, then
Shades Music (214-218 Alcester Road)
should sort you out. This shop is a
treasure trove of musical instruments
from around the globe – if you can’t find
what you want, they’ll order it for you.
ASTON
It may be the home of one of the
city’s three Premier League football
teams, but Aston has a deeper
historic significance. Aston Hall
harks back to Jacobean times, and
many of the city’s most celebrated
musicians have lived in the area.
CULTURE Gambian percussionist Musa
M’boob brings his new band’s inventive
rhythms to The Drum (144 Potters Lane,
19 November), a contemporary arts and
culture centre specialising in African and
African-Caribbean acts.
LATER The Barton Arms (144 High
Street) is home to Birmingham’s best
range of imported bottled beers,
fantastic real ale on tap and, if you’re
feeling peckish, excellent Thai food.
SLEEP The Hotel Campanile (Chester
Street, tel. (0)121 359 3330, campanilebirmingham.co.uk,
rooms from €35/£29)
is a clean, tidy, no frills hotel, with
friendly service and nice views
overlooking the canal.
BIRMINGHAM NEC
■ The NEC, handily located by
Birmingham International rail station,
hosts two big events in November. First
up is the Classic Motor Show (12-14
November, necclassicmotorshow.com),
the grand finale of the classic car scene.
Then the BBC Good Food Show comes to
town (24-28 November, bbcgoodfood
show.com), with a producers’ village,
celebrity chefs and the winner of
Celebrity Masterchef 2010.
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BRISTOL
† €25,090 Dialling code +44
Airport code BRS Flight frequency Three times daily Average temp (Nov) 8°C
From the skies to the
ocean, there’s plenty
happening in Bristol this
month. You can celebrate
100 years of aviation at
the City Museum and Art
Gallery, or experience
life on the world’s fi rst
ocean liner – the SS Great
Britain. Tom Sperlinger
is our city guide
CLIFTON
One of the oldest areas of the city,
Clifton retains an air of gentility,
making it the place to relax and
indulge yourself.
EAT MeMe Chocolat (19 The Mall, tel.
(0)117 974 7000) is great for lunch or
a snack, serving cakes, chocolate-infused
drinks and various savoury items. Look
out for the special offer to get four
chocolates of your choice plus a drink.
SLEEP At the Avon Gorge Hotel (Princes
Buildings, tel. (0)117 973 8955,
theavongorge.com, rooms from
€114/£99), ask for a room overlooking
the Clifton Suspension Bridge to get
a stunning view across the gorge.
DRINK The Portcullis (3 Wellington
Terrace), opposite the Avon Gorge Hotel,
is ideal on a cold evening: there’s often
a fire downstairs and always some
warming real ale on tap.
EAT The Thali Café (1 Regent Street, tel.
(0)117 974 3793) offers authentic Indian
food as served in the country’s roadside
cafes – including a dairy-free thali.
CITY CENTRE
From the Wills Memorial Building,
which towers over the city, to the
new shopping mall at Cabot Circus,
Bristol’s centre is perfect for
walking and window-shopping.
CULTURE The BAC 100 Exhibition
(until 28 November) celebrates the
city’s pioneering role in aviation history;
hosted by the Bristol City Museum and
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INFO
Bristol International
Airport is 16.5km
from the city centre.
Bus The Bristol
Flyer goes from the
Airport to Temple
Meads train station
and Bristol Bus
Station. A separate
bus runs from the
airport to Clifton.
Four buses run
each hour, 24
hours a day;
visit fl yer.bristol
airport.co.uk for
timetables. Adult
tickets start at
€6.75/£6.
Taxi A taxi to the
city centre costs
about €30/£23
and takes around
20 minutes.
Tourist offi ce
The Bristol Vistor
Information
Centre is at E-Shed,
1 Canon’s Road
(tel. (0)870 444
0654; visitbristol.
co.uk).
Visit Isambard Kingdom
Brunel’s only surviving
ship, the SS Great Britain
Art Gallery (Queens Road), it includes
artifacts, sections of aircraft and
stories about those whose lives were
changed by the industry.
SHOP Bristol’s Harvey Nichols
(Philadelphia Street) is a boutique-style
version of the famous department store,
boasting high-end designers including
Zandra Rhodes and Alice Temperley.
DRINK There has been an inn on the site
of the Rummer Hotel (All Saints Lane)
since 1241; the current incumbent
offers an extraordinary range of rum,
wine, rare beers, cocktails and hundreds
of spirits. Get there early to grab one
of the sofas.
LATER The eclectic Mr Wolfs (33 St
Stephen’s Street) has something
different each night of the week,
including bands, DJs and graffiti artists.
SLEEP The Marriott Royal Hotel (College
Green, tel. (0)117 925 5100, marriott.
co.uk/bristol, rooms from €118/£99),
by the cathedral, is ideally placed for
exploring the city.
HARBOURSIDE
A short walk from the city centre,
the harbourside area has it all:
museums, art galleries, restaurants,
bars and a vibrant atmosphere.
EAT The Olive Shed (Floating Harbour,
Princes Wharf, tel. (0)117 929 1960) is
an intimate restaurant by the water’s
edge with an emphasis on fair-trade
food. Plus you can take away cheese,
bread or olive oil from its shop.
DRINK Graze Bar and Chophouse (63
Queen Square) offers a chance to try
distinctive local drinks, including the
full range of Bath Ales: Gem or Wild Hare
are recommended for beginners.
CULTURE The SS Great Britain (Gas
Ferry Road) is perhaps Bristol’s greatest
treasure; find out more about life on
the world’s first great ocean liner. Then
pop round the corner to Spike Island
(Cumberland Road) and visit the
Wealth of Nations exhibition (until 28
November), exploring the influence of
the financial sectors on society and art.
TIP The café/bar upstairs at Watershed
(1 Canon’s Road) has free Wi-Fi.
SOUTHVILLE
Just beyond the harbourside, this
up-and-coming area is home to the
former tobacco factories and some
of Bristol’s trendiest hangouts.
EAT Souk Kitchen (227 North Street,
tel. (0)117 966 6880) offers a range of
Middle Eastern food; the skewers are
particularly recommended. Make sure
you leave plenty of room for the
delicious desserts.
DRINK The Tobacco Factory Bar (Raleigh
Road) is a popular place for the city’s
many arty souls. There are beanbags on
the stage area – perfect for peoplewatching
– and a range of beer and wine.
SLEEP Hotel 24 Seven (15 Acramans
Road, tel. (0)844 770 9411, hotel24
seven.com, rooms from €42/£35) is
a 15-minute walk from Temple Meads
station and offers Wi-Fi in all rooms.
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PORTUGAL Population 10,735,765 Currency Euro GDP
FARO
† €15,645 Dialling code +351
Airport code FAO Flight frequency Twice weekly Average temp (Nov) 15°C
Winters are mild in the
Algarve, and with the
crowds gone, this is the
perfect opportunity to
appreciate what Faro and
its surrounds have to off er
outside of sun, sand and
sangria. Off -season is
also the best-value time
of year to explore. Paul
Rouse is our city guide
VILAMOURA
November offers perfect weather
for golfers, and you’ll be able to
visit Vilamoura without wall-towall
tourists for window shopping,
leisurely lunches and culture.
SLEEP The Crowne Plaza Vilamoura (Rua
do Oceano Atlantico, tel. 289 381600,
crowneplaza.com, rooms from €95)
opened this summer, overlooking the
beach and offering spacious rooms,
a spa and indoor and outdoor pools.
The Vila Sol Spa & Golf Resort
(Morgadinhos, tel. 289 300500, vilasol.
pt, rooms from €109) is great for golfers
and families – as well as its own 27-hole
championship golf course, it includes
self-catering apartments, a kids club,
a spa and a shopping centre.
CULTURE The Ten Monumental British
Sculptures exhibition in the grounds of
the Roman villa at Cerro da Vila (Avenida
Cerro da Vila, Until September 2011)
showcases giant works by modern artists
past and present, including Henry Moore
and Turner Prize-winners Richard Deacon
and Tony Cragg.
EAT For fresh fish and seafood, plus an
array of traditional Portuguese cuisine,
kick off your shoes at Buzios (Praia
da Vilamoura, tel. 289 314762), the
laid-back beach restaurant of the nearby
Dom Pedro Marina Hotel. Or people
watch from the terrace of Akvavit
(Marina de Vilamoura, tel. 289 380712),
where the fish and seafood comes with
a Scandinavian twist.
INFO
Faro International
Airport is 7km from
the city centre.
Taxi To Faro is
roughly €10;
to Olhão €18,
Vilamoura €25,
Albufeira and
Tavira €40.
Bus Airport buses
go to Faro and
shared shuttle
buses serve
selected resorts.
Eva buses (eva-bus.
com) go to various
destinations.
Train The nearest
train station is
Faro. Trains go to
various Algarve
destinations
and Lisbon.
Car hire is the
best way to explore
the interior. All the
major companies
have desks at
the airport, but
booking is
recommended.
Tourist offi ce
Faro Tourist
Information Centre
is at 8-12 Rua da
Misericordia, open
9.30am-5.30pm
(tel. 289 803604,
visitalgarve.pt)
The resort of Vilamoura
is all the more enjoyable
without the tourist crowds
LATER An lounge-bar mixing Asian and
Middle Eastern influences, Insense
(Avenida Tivoli) is the epitome of eclectic
interior design, with a menu that ranges
from aromatic teas to exotic drinks and
sheesha pipes.
MUCH LATER Finish off a night of
dining, gambling, and live music at Casino
Vilamoura (Avenida Tivoli) in its disco
Black Jack’s – one of the Algarve’s
liveliest and longest-running joints.
FURTHER AFIELD –
MONCHIQUE
Inland a little from the coast there’s
another, non-commercialised
Algarve of quiet mountain villages,
spas, scenic countryside and the
historic towns of Monchique and
Caldas de Monchique.
SLEEP The new Longevity Wellness
Resort (Lugar do Montinho, Monchique,
tel. 282 240110, longevitywellness
resort.com, rooms from €160) adds
stunning mountain views to its health
and medical spa facilities, swimming
pools, internet café, library and cinema.
Celebrated Lisbon chef Olivier serves
‘healthy gourmet’ cuisine at the resort’s
scenic terrace restaurant. The tasting
menu includes eight starters, such as foie
gras with red onion and fig compote, plus
a main course – try the stone bass with
clams or linguini with truffle sauce.
CULTURE The Casinos do Algarve Rally
(13-14 November), races through the
hills between Portimão and Monchique
(clubeautomovelalgarve.pt). Or for
a more peaceful experience, see the
Algarve on foot, bike or horseback on
the Via Algarviana’s extensive pathways,
which stretch for 240km and pass
through the Monchique mountains
en route (viaalgarviana.org).
EAT Work up an appetite with the climb
up the steep cobbled streets of the old
town in Monchique to reach A Charette
(30-34 Rua Dr Samora Gil, tel. 282
912142), specialising in hearty rustic
cuisine including lamb stews, grilled pork,
stuffed sausages and chick peas with
chorizo and black pudding. Porca Preta
(Estrada Monchique-Alferce, tel. 282
912384) is another find – a mountainvalley
artists’ village with beautiful
gardens, an art gallery/artisan shop and
a restaurant serving great food with
influences from Alsace to Lebanon.
SHOP Tiny Arte Natura (Caldas de
Monchique, tel. 282 912994) is worth
seeking out. Austrian artist Monika Pable
produces much of its gifts and art
herself, and runs art workshops.
TIP Drop the kids at one of Arte
Natura’s art workshops for youngsters
and enjoy an hour or two of shopping or
a treatment in the nearby thermal spa.
LATER There are several good watering
holes in the main square of the tiny spa
town of Caldas de Monchique, including
O Tasco (tel. 282 910910), which doubles
as a bar-café and an art gallery, and 1692
(tel. 282 910910), where you can sit
under ancient elm trees to enjoy a light
meal, caffeine fix or ice cream.
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FLORENCE
† €21,555 Dialling code +39
Airport code FLR Flight frequency Four times weekly Average temp (Nov) 9°C
Florence’s charms are
no less compelling in
the winter months, when
the cold is off set by huge
steaming cups of hot
chocolate. Don’t miss
the Festival dei Popoli
(festivaldeipopoli.org),
a well-established
documentary fi lm festival
that takes over various
venues in November.
Kamin Mohammadi
is our city guide
PIAZZA DELLA REPUBBLICA
AND AROUND
This 19th-century piazza, with its
triumphal arch, is the centre of
town, with the Duomo and the
Signoria very short walks away.
Boasting grand cafés and shops
such as Chanel, this is a great
place to linger and people watch.
SLEEP Design hotel the Continentale
(6r Vicolo dell’Oro, tel. 055 2726 4000,
lungarnohotels.com, rooms from €200)
has an air of the glamorous 1950s, and
a gorgeous little bar on the terrace
overlooking the river and the Duomo.
CULTURE The annual documentary
festival Festival dei Popoli (13-20
November) screens films at various
venues – the most atmospheric of which
must be the art nouveau interior of the
Odeon Cinema (2 Piazza Strozzi).
EAT Frescoes and archaeological
artifacts are part of the décor at
Alle Murate (Palazzo dell’Arte dei
Giudici e dei Notai, 16 Via del
Preconsolo, tel. 055 240618), situated
in the Palace of the Art of Judges and
Notaries. Take a tour before dining on
the wonderful menu, which is heavily
influenced by the Basilicata region where
cook (she doesn’t like the title of chef)
Giovanna was born, and Tuscany where
she grew up. A feast for all the senses,
not to be missed.
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INFO
Florence’s Perètola
(or Amerigo
Vespucci) airport
is 5km northwest
of the city.
Bus A bus from the
airport to Santa
Maria Novella
station leaves
every 30 minutes
and the journey
takes 20 minutes.
Tickets cost €4.
Taxi A taxi from
the airport to the
city centre takes
20 minutes and
costs about €20.
Tourist offi ce
The City Tourist
Offi ce is at
1r Via Cavour
(tel. 055 290832,
fi renzeturismo.it).
Fit for a king: dine in palatial
surroundings at Alle Murate
SHOP Founded by the inventor of talcum
powder, British chemist Henry Roberts,
Profumeria Inglese (Piazza dell’Olio)
continues to sell delicious concoctions
for beauty and wellbeing.
TIP Make like the locals and stop for
a tripe sandwich at the lampredotto
stand (Mercato Nuovo) on the corner
of the market and the loggia of Piazza
della Repubblica.
SAN MARCO AND AROUND
A busy piazza a short walk north of
the Duomo that’s filled with buses
and cars, this area houses many
important cultural treasures,
including David by Michelangelo.
CULTURE Michelangelo’s masterpiece
is, of course, essential viewing when
visiting Florence, but be prepared to
queue for the Galleria dell’Accademia
(58 Via Riscoli, tel. 055 243640), where
you will also find further work by the
famous artist and other Renaissance
masters. You can also see (and hear)
a fascinating collection of old musical
instruments in the gallery. Dating from
the 17th century, they include a viola
by Antonio Stradivari and the oldest
vertical piano in the world. The
instruments once belonged to the Medici
and Lorraine families, and are on loan
from the Cherubini Conservatory.
SHOP Leather is one of Florence’s
specialities; I Medici (82 Via dei Servi)
sells beautiful, colourful handbags.
TIP Even though it’s winter, don’t miss
out on the delicious ice creams of Sicilian
gelateria Carabé (60 Via Ricasoli). Try
the heavenly pistachio or lemon.
VIA TORNABUONI
Florence’s smartest street, Via
Tornabuoni is home to all those
fabulous Italian luxury labels.
Here and in the surrounding
streets is where Florence’s
chicest ladies shop.
EAT A traditional Florentine cellar
restaurant, Buca dell’Orafo (28 Via
dei Girolami, tel. 055 213619) is small
and noisy and full of lively locals. The
menu is traditional Tuscan and all
ingredients are seasonal, local and
collectively delicious.
SHOP Discover the designers at
Versace (13-15), YSL (29), Prada (53
for women and 67 men), Armani (81)
and finally Cavalli (83), with a famous
café attached for a well-earned coffee.
SLEEP Set in adjoining palaces, Hotel
Tornabuoni Beacci (3 Via Tornabuoni,
tel. 055 212645, tornabuonihotels.com,
rooms from €120) has refined and
splendid surroundings, individually
decorated rooms and a wonderful roof
terrace, as well as – obviously – the
best address in town.
LATER Tiny and glamorous, Florentine
institution Procacci (64 Via Tornabuoni)
is a must for a glass of prosecco and
its famous panini tartufati (truffle
sandwich) after shopping. There’s also
an appetizer buffet in evenings, which
you can graze for the price of a drink.
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GERMANY Population 82,282,988 Currency Euro GDP
HAMBURG
† €24,595 Dialling code +49
Airport code HAM Flight frequency Four times daily Average temp (Nov) 5°C
Hamburg’s famous fair,
the Dom, is held three
times a year, and the
Winter Dom gets
underway this month
at the Heiligengeistfeld
(from 5 November) in
the lively St Pauli district.
Rollercoasters, carousels
and a big wheel are all
part of the fun. Stuart
Forster is your city guide
ST PAULI
The Dom draws even more visitors
than usual to St Pauli, famous for
its bars and clubs on and around
the Reeperbahn. The fair is a great
place to enjoy typical German
snacks such as chocolate-covered
fruit, almonds coated in sugar and,
of course, bratwurst (sausage).
SLEEP The central budget hotel A&O
Hamburg Reeperbahn (154 Reeperbahn,
tel. (0)40 3176 9990, stern-hamburg.de,
rooms from €24) has 308 rooms and 600
beds, and is a good option for enjoying
the bars and clubs of St Pauli.
EAT Schatto Pauli (32 Kastanienallee,
tel. (0)40 3177 8817) is a stylish place
run by Austrian chef Klaus Platzer, who
serves an excellent wiener schnitzel with
bratkartoffeln (German-style fried
potatoes). Keep an eye out for famous
faces eating here.
CULTURE Linda (13 Hein-Hoyer-Strasse)
hosts regular exhibitions featuring
up-and-coming artists. The gallery is
named after a popular variety of potato.
LATER The Kiez, as locals call this area,
is all about nightlife. For clubbing, head
to Uebel und Gefährlich (66 Feldstrasse,
located in the concrete bunker that
overlooks the Heiligengeistfeld.
TIP Football enthusiasts should head to
the Millerntor-Stadion to see newly
promoted FC St Pauli play in front of
their passionate fans. This month they
host Bayer Leverkusen and Wolfsburg.
INFO
Hamburg Airport
is 8km northwest
of the city centre.
Train Trains depart
for the city-centre
Hauptbahnhof
every 10 minutes;
the journey takes
25 minutes and
costs €2,75. The
train station is
directly in front
of the airport
terminals.
Taxi A taxi journey
to the city centre
will cost around
€20; the taxi rank
is at the front
of Terminal 1.
Tourist offi ce
There is a tourist
offi ce in the new
Airport Plaza
(between terminals
1 and 2), open daily
6am-11pm. The
main tourist offi ce
in Hamburg itself
is at St Pauli
Landungsbrücken,
between piers
four and fi ve
(tel. (0)40 3005
1300, hamburgtourism.de).
All the fun of the fair comes to
the city this month with the
famous Hamburger Dom
SCHANZENVIERTEL
The Schanzenviertel lies on the
other side of the Heiligengeistfeld
to St Pauli. It’s known for its
alternative culture, and is a good
place for boutique shopping,
especially with Christmas not
too far away.
EAT Trendy but moderately priced Café
Juli (114 Schulterblatt, tel. (0) 40 4321
4696) serves food from breakfast to
dinner and is known for its cocktails.
SHOP Check out the many shops selling
locally designed products, with goods
ranging from household décor to
clothing. Chocofeh (92 Schulterblatt)
sells a line of shoes, jewellery, bags and
other stylish accessories.
TIP To get a feel for Schanzenviertel’s
alternative scene, observe daily life
from one of the cafés opposite the
graffiti-sprayed Rote Flora building,
formerly a theatre, on the Schulterblatt.
ALTSTADT
The old town centre is home to
two of Germany’s busiest shopping
streets, Mönckebergstrasse and
Spitalerstrasse – on 7 November
the shops will be open for special
Sunday trading.
SHOP If the weather’s bad, shelter in the
Europa Passage mall (40a Ballindamm),
but for designer names head to the
Neuer Wall, a 1,200-metre long street
with outlets such as Hugo Boss (19), Joop
(80) and the multiple label Unger (35).
SLEEP At the luxury Park Hyatt Hotel
Hamburg (8 Bugenhagenstrasse, tel.
(0)40 3332 1234, hamburg.park.hyatt.de,
doubles from €220).
EAT For German and international
cuisine, including regional dishes such as
Hamburger pannfisch (fish served with
potatoes) and flammkuchen (a type
of pizza), Parlament (1 Rathausmarkt,
tel. (0)40 7038 3399) is a pleasant
restaurant in the cellar of the town hall.
ALTONA
Altona was a city in its own right
until 1937, when it became part
of Hamburg. From 1640 to 1864 it
was under Danish administration,
and its architecture and history
make it an interesting place to
visit. The district celebrates the
Herbstfest (autumn festival) on
7 November.
SHOP The Sunday-morning Fischmarkt,
where much more than fish is sold, is an
institution that’s loved by locals and
good for visitors. Traders reel in the
punters with their special offers and
bands play live music within the market
hall, where brunches and beer are served.
EAT The long-established seafood
restaurant Fischereihafen (143 Grosse
Elberstrasse, tel. (0)40 381816) offers
good food in a delightful setting
overlooking the harbour.
TIP Altona features a historic Jewish
cemetery, in Koenigstrasse, with more
than 6,000 graves; tours are offered
at noon on Sundays.
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PORTUGAL Population 10,735,765 Currency Euro GDP
LISBON
† €15,645 Dialling code +351
Airport code LIS Flight frequency Five times daily Average temp (Nov) 13°C
It may seem charmingly
old-fashioned, but Lisbon
is fi rmly anchored in the
modern world. This is
mirrored in its art scene,
which this month sees
contemporary art at the
Arte Lisboa festival (25-28
November, artelisboa.fi l.pt)
and a Warhol exhibition
at the Berardo Collection
Museum (until 14
November, museuberardo.
com). Matthew Hancock
is our city guide
PARQUE DAS NAÇÕES
Built for Expo 98, this riverside
space has dazzling architecture,
a cable car and countless eateries.
SLEEP Tryp Oriente (Avenida Dom João
II, tel. 218 930000, tryporiente.com,
rooms from €91) offers high-rise
comforts; the best rooms have views of
the river and the Vasco da Gama Bridge.
CULTURE The Oceanarium (Esplanada
Dom Carlos) is a dazzling building with
enormous tanks full of sea beasties,
from sharks to otters.
EAT One of the best fish restaurants in
the city, Senhor Peixe (35-37 Rua da
Pimenta, tel. 218 955892) has outdoor
tables facing the river.
SHOP Centro Vasco da Gama (Avenida
Dom João II) offers three floors of
international and local stores plus cafés,
restaurants and cinema screens.
LATER Havana (115–117 Rua da
Pimenta) is a Cuban-style bar that pulses
with Latin sounds until the small hours.
TIP The best way round the park is by
bike: hire them from Tejo Bike (tejobike.
pt), next to the information centre.
Pena
PARK AND PALACE
INFO
Lisbon (Portela)
Airport is located
within the city.
Bus The Aerobus
leaves for the
city centre every
20-30 minutes
from 7am to 11pm,
terminating at Cais
do Sodré. Tickets,
valid all day, cost
€3,50 and can be
bought onboard.
Taxi The
20-minute journey
into the centre
costs about €15,
with an extra
charge for luggage.
Prices increase
by 20% at night,
weekends and on
bank holidays.
Tourist offi ce
Lisbon Welcome
Centre is at 15 Rua
do Arsenal (tel. 210
312700, visitlisboa.
com).
Enjoy a room with a view
at charming boutique
hotel As Janelas Verdes
CAIS DO SODRÉ
The dockside area is an atmospheric
blend of quirky shops, markets and
fashionable restaurants.
SLEEP On a hillside overlooking the
docks, Oasis (24 Rua de Santa Catarina,
tel. 213 478044, oasislisboa.com,
doubles from €44) is a delightful
independent hostel in an old townhouse.
CULTURE The Museu do Chiado (4 Rua
Serpa Pinto) hosts the Let’s Talk About
Houses exhibition, which focuses on art
and architecture (until 21 November).
EAT Fashionable Yasmin (1A Rua da
Moeda, tel. 213 930074) serves a fusion
of Portuguese and international flavours.
LATER Armazem F (Rua da Cintura) is
a Brazilian restaurant, bar and club with
a dance floor and great riverside terrace.
SHOP Lisbon’s main market, Mercado
da Ribeira (Avenida 24 de Julho) sells
a colourful array of fresh fish and veg
as well as local arts and crafts.
Sintra – Portugal
A World Heritage Site
www.parquesdesintra.pt
LAPA AND MADRAGOA
West of the centre, the districts
of Lapa and Madragoa are two of
the most desirable areas of the
city, full of ornate mansions and
embassy buildings.
SLEEP As Janelas Verdes (47 Rua das
Janelas Verdes tel. 213 968143,
heritage.pt, rooms from €135) combines
boutique comforts with old-fashioned
décor in an 18-century townhouse with
a small garden and superb river views
from the top floors.
CULTURE Fascinating for adults and
children alike, the Museu da Marioneta
(146 Rua da Esperança) displays
puppets from around the world, from
shadow puppets to satirical models
of contemporary figures.
EAT Picanha (96 Rua das Janelas Verdes,
tel. 213 975401) takes its name from
the house special, a delectable Brazilian
dish consisting of thin strips of beef.
CACILHAS AND ALMADA
Frequent ferries make the short
trip across the river Tagus to the
little harbour of Cacilhas, a suburb
of Almada that’s famed for its
seafood restaurants.
CULTURE Take bus 101 from Cacilhas
to the Cristo Rei, a towering statue of
Christ – take the lift up to its terrace
for extraordinary views over Lisbon.
EAT Choose a lobster from the bubbling
tanks at Cervejaria Farol (1-3 Alfredo
Dinis, tel. 212 765248).
TIP Cacilhas is also the terminus for
buses to the fantastic Atlantic beaches
of Caparica, half an hour to the south.
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MOROCCO Population 31,285,174 Currency Moroccan Dirham (MAD) GDP
MARRAKECH
† €3,390 Dialling code +212
Airport code RAK Flight frequency Weekly Average temp (Nov) 16°C
Despite being one of
the most popular citybreak
destinations for
Europeans, Marrakech
has managed to maintain
its mystique – from its
sand-swept souks to its
beautiful Moorish
architecture, it off ers a
taste of the exotic. Now
combining age-old
tradition with lashings
of modern-day style, it’s
no wonder the city has
become a hangout of
the rich, famous and
downright fabulous. Nick
Clarke is our city guide
THE MEDINA (NORTH)
Otherwise known as the ‘Old City’,
the Medina – enclosed by ancient
walls – is where throngs of people
congregate to shop, sightsee and
soak up some North African style.
SLEEP There’s a slew of chic places to
sleep in this central area, but one of the
best options for rocking the riad is Riad
Farnatchi (2 Derb el Farnatchi, tel.
(0)524 384910, riadfarnatchi.com,
rooms from €275/MAD 3,100).
Combining modern European design with
traditional Marrakech style, the suites
are sumptuous. Alternative awe-inspiring
accommodation can be found at AnaYela
(28 Derb Zerwal, tel. (0)524 386969,
anayela.com, rooms from €290/MAD
3,260) and La Maison Arabe (1 Derb
Assehbé, tel. (0)524 387010, lamaison
arabe.com, rooms from €133/MAD 1,500).
CULTURE The Medina’s two must-see
sights are the Koutoubia Mosque
(Djemaa el Fna) and Ben Youssef
Medersa (Place Ben Youssef), a Koranic
school founded in the 14th century that
boasts stunning Andalucian-Arab
architecture from the 16th century.
EAT Home to a handful of the city’s best
eats, you’ll find menus to suit all palates
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INFO
Menara
International
Airport is 6km
southwest of
the city centre.
Bus The L19
leaves for Djemaa
el Fna every
20-30 minutes
(this service is
infrequent at
weekends).
A single costs
€1,80/MAD 20.
Taxi The airport
is a 15/20-minute
taxi ride into town.
Be sure to agree
a price before you
get in, and expect
to pay between
€5,30/MAD 60 and
€8,90/MAD 100.
Tourist offi ce
The Offi ce
National Marocain
du Tourisme
(ONMT) can be
found on Avenue
Mohammed
V at Place
Abdelmoumen
Ben Ali (tel. (0)524
436131, visit
morocco.com).
At nearly 70 metres high, the
minaret of the Koutoubia Mosque
is an emblem of the city
in this area. For mouth-watering
Moroccan cuisine, head to Dar Moha
(81 Rue Dar el Bacha, tel. (0)524
386400), or for fabulous French/Italian
fusion drop by Le Foundouk (55 Souk
Hal Fassi, tel. (0)5 24 378190).
SHOP In the northern section of Djemaa
el Fna you can pick up some well-cut
Moroccan clothing from Beldi (9-11
Soukiat Laksour).
GUÉLIZ
Built in 1913, after the French took
over, Guéliz – or the ‘New City’,
as it’s otherwise known – stands
in stark contrast to the ancient
Medina; here it’s all about broad,
European-style avenues and sleek
shops, hotels and bars.
SLEEP The best place to catch 40
flamboyant winks in Guéliz is at the
ever so slightly over-the-top Bab Hotel
(corner of Mansour Eddahbi and Rue
Mohamed El Bequal, tel. (0)524 435250,
babhotelmarrakech.com, rooms from
€107/MAD 1,200). The meticulous
gardens are particularly noteworthy.
EAT Arguably the best place to eat in
the city is Al Fassia (55 Boulevard
alling code +212
Zerktouni, tel. (0)524 434060), a laidback
place that serves piled-high plates
of home-style Moroccan classics.
LATER Theatre-cum-nightclub Theatro
(Hotel Es Saadi, Avenue el Quadissia) is
the place to see and be seen by the city’s
slickest party boys and girls. A slightly
less glamorous option – though still
something of an institution among locals
– is Diamant Noir (Hotel Marrakech,
Place de la Liberte), with no-frills dancing
taking place across two tiers.
TIP Marrakech’s best nightlife options
are found in Guéliz as the licensing
restrictions are much more lenient than
they are in the Medina.
LA PALMERAIE
A short drive from the city
centre, La Palmeraie is famed
for its eponymous palm trees,
lush green golf courses and
mammoth-sized houses.
SLEEP Get some stylish shuteye at
Jnane Tamsna (Douar Abiad, tel. (0)524
328484, jnanetamsna.com, rooms from
€223/MAD 2,500). If it’s good enough
for the likes of Brad Pitt, Giorgio Armani
and David Bowie, then it’s certainly good
enough for us.
LATER The La Palmeraie outpost of
Nikki Beach (Circuit de la Palmeraie) is
every bit as extravagant as you’d expect,
with posh poolside lounging and cocktails
to make your head spin. Go for the day
to sprawl beneath the sun on suitably
oversized sun beds, or drop by at night
for dancing beneath the stars.
TIP There may not be loads to do in La
Palmeraie, but it’s worth taking a drive to
escape the hustle and bustle of the city.
Spend a day at Beldi Country Club (Km 6,
Route du Barrage, Cherifia), have a dip
in the pool followed by a languid lunch at
the restaurant.
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ITALY Population 58,126,212 Currency Euro GDP
MILAN
† €21,555 Dialling code +39
Airport code MXP/LIN Flight frequency Seven times daily Average temp (Nov) 6°C
Appearance is everything
in Milan, so it’s little
wonder that the locals
have a keen eye for
contemporary art and
the power of the image.
This month, don’t miss
the excellent Robert
Doisneau exhibition at
Forma (until 17 November,
formafoto.it). Matt Barker
is our city guide
SEMPIONE
Dominated by the park of the same
name, this area is a pleasingly leafy
break from the crowded centro.
EAT Seafood specialist Montecristo
(17 Via Giuseppe Prina, tel. 02 349 5049,
closed Tuesday and Saturday lunch)
offers a memorable dining experience,
with waiting staff decked out like extras
in an opera and patron Signor Franco
holding court across the dining room
floor. The menu includes crayfish in
cognac. For a quick bite, the new-ish
Ciripizza (63 Via Luigi Canonica, tel. 02
3656 1221, closed Sunday lunch) is great
for a slice or two of pizza, despite its
rather garish appearance.
CULTURE The Polifemo gallery
(4 La Fabbrica del Vapore) is set in
an old industrial factory and has
a growing reputation for its intriguing
photography exhibitions.
LATER Cantine Isola (30 Via Paolo Sarpi)
is a lovely old wine shop and great for an
early evening aperitivo, though you’ll
have to make it fairly early; it closes at
9pm. For something more late night,
try hip Chatulle (69 Via Piero Della
Francesca), for cocktails, DJs and glossy
magazine clientele.
Dress to impress Milan’s
fi nest fashionistas at
the chic Il Volo bar
INFO
Malpensa Airport is
48km from Milan.
Train The Malpensa
Express departs
every 30 minutes.
It takes 40 minutes,
costing €14,50 for
an open return.
Bus A shuttle bus
departs every
20 minutes ,
costing €4,50 and
taking an hour.
Taxi The journey
costs €65-€75 and
takes 50 minutes.
Linate Airport is
7km east of Milan.
Bus The 73 bus
goes to Centrale
Station in about 20
minutes for €2,50.
Taxi A taxi to
central Milan will
cost around €15.
Tourist offi ce
The IAT is at 19/A
Piazza Duomo (tel.
02 7740 4343,
visitamilano.it).
BRERA
Still one of the city’s most popular
areas, and not just for bar hopping.
SHOP Independent shops dot Brera’s
cobbled streets: for vintage clothes,
visit Cavalli e Nastri (2 Via Brera), or
for perfumes and candles, Profumo
(6 Via Brera).
EAT The centre of Milan doesn’t enjoy
a great reputation for decent, affordable
food, but Briciole (17 Via Manfredo
Camperio, tel. 02 877185) serves up
Lombard classics in cheery surrounds; try
the lasagnetta made with ragù bianco.
Boeucc (2c Piazza Belgioioso, tel. 02
7602 0224) is an old-style Milanese
eatery that still packs them in; go for
the house special of ossobuco (veal).
LATER The Galleria Meravigli (3 Via
Meravigli) is a 1930s, Liberty-style
galleria, where you can enjoy an
early-evening cocktail or linger over
a bottle of wine.
PIAZZA DELLA REPUBBLICA
The centro starts to stretch out in
this well-heeled residential area.
CULTURE The Museo della Permanente
(34 Via Filippo Turati) traces its roots
back to the 1800s, but is steadfastly
modern in its approach. The Galleria
Milano (13 Via Manin) is equally
illustrious, and mixes the past with
contemporary and avant-garde works.
SLEEP If your budget’s on your mind,
the Ibis Centro (2 Via Finocchiaro Aprile,
tel. 02 63151, ibishotel.com, rooms from
€68) will do you just fine; get a room
off the main road. If not, the Principe
di Savoia awaits (17 Piazza della
Repubblica, tel. 02 62301, hotelprincipe
disavoia.com, rooms from €225). A
‘deluxe mosaic’ room avoids ostentation
and overlooks the gardens.
PORTA ROMANA
Set just to the south of the centro,
this is a hip little neighbourhood
with lively locals.
CULTURE The Artopia gallery (2 Via
Lazzaro Papi) stages exhibitions by
contemporary European artists. Nearby
Galleria Nina Lumer (8 Via Carlo Botta)
offers a similar experience, though with
a more East European crop of arty types.
LATER Swanky newcomer Refeel (20
Viale Sabotino) is already a big hit with
discerning drinkers attracted by its big
leather sofas, towering bar and day/night
chic versatility. Under new ownership,
Il Volo (40 Viale Beatrice D’este) remains
one of the city’s most notorious style
bars; you don’t have to be an Armani
model to drink here, but it sure helps.
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NORWAY Population 4,660,539 Currency Norwegian Krone (NOK) GDP
OSLO
† €41,385 Dialling code +47
Airport code OSL Flight frequency Three times daily Average temp (Nov) 1°C
At fi rst glance, November
might not seem like the
ideal time to visit Oslo,
as the days grow ever
shorter and the city
begins its descent
into winter. But with
mørketiden (the dark
time) on the horizon,
Norway becomes
increasingly active in late
autumn. Ian MacDougall
is your city guide
CENTRE
Oslo’s small size is a big plus when
the unpredictable weather sets in.
Shopping, dining and dancing are
all just a stone’s throw from the
Karl Johans Gate promenade.
SLEEP Affordable without skimping
on amenities, the Radisson Blu
(30 Holbergsgate, tel. 2329 3000,
radissonblu.com/scandinaviahotel-oslo,
rooms from €149/NOK 1,195) sits at
the very heart of downtown Oslo.
CULTURE In addition to its vast
collection of Norwegian art, the National
Gallery (13 Universitetsgata) currently
features a visiting exhibition of items
from the treasure chest of Czarist
Russia (until 16 January 2011).
SHOP November is a great time to check
out the selection of traditional handmade
knitted-wool sweaters and mittens at
the Oslo Sweater Shop (5 Tullinsgate).
LATER Take advantage of the on-tap
beer selection at Café Laundromat (2
Underhaugsveien) – including acclaimed
local microbrew Nøgne Ø – while you’re
drinking, you can wash your clothes at
this still-functioning laundromat.
TIP In the colder months, the best views
of the idyllic Oslo fjord are not from the
wind-bitten harbour, but from aboard
the heated commuter ferries that run
between the mainland and the fjord’s
inhabited islands for the meagre price
of a subway ticket.
Don’t miss the chance to hear
a concert at Oslo Cathedral,
reopened this year after renovation
INFO
Gardermoen
Airport is 45km
from the centre.
Train The airport
express train,
Flytoget, costs
€21/NOK 170, while
the NSB is slower,
but cheaper and
still convenient, at
€14/NOK 110. Once
in the centre, head
to the tourist offi ce
(below) and ask
about the options
for public transport
day passes.
Taxi A cab to the
city centre costs
around €86/NOK
690 before 5pm
and €110/NOK 890
after this.
Tourist offi ce
The offi ce is on the
plaza at the city’s
main train station
(1 Jernbanetorget,
tel. 8153 0555,
visitoslo.com)
YOUNGSTORGET
East of the centre, Youngstorget
Square is the place to go if you
want downtown atmosphere
without the crowds.
SLEEP The Anker Hotel (55 Storgata,
tel. 2299 7500, anker-hotel.no, doubles
from €106/NOK 850) combines
affordability with Scandinavian design.
CULTURE Check out the recently
renovated Oslo Cathedral (Stortorget),
built in 1697, for both its beautiful
interior and for the choral and orchestral
concerts that will feature every Sunday
evening this month.
EAT Norwegians love pizza, and there’s
nowhere better to sample the local
varieties than at upscale diner Hell’s
Kitchen (23 Møllergata, tel. 2211 2000).
SHOP Cubus (1 Stenersgata) designs
and sells fashionable yet reasonably
priced clothing for men and women
– including winter coats.
LATER With two floors – featuring
a bar upstairs and a dance floor in the
basement – Revolver (32 Møllergate)
is worth a visit whether you’re after
a drink, live music or a place to dance
off the autumn chill.
MAJORSTUA
Fashionable Majorstua is home to
a host of bars, restaurants and
shopping outlets, easily accessed
via the tramline that runs up the
main drag (Bogstadveien).
SLEEP You can find anything from simple
rooms to fully furnished apartments at
Catalina Apartments (11 Fuglehaugsgata,
tel. 2244 4014, catalina-eiendom.no,
rooms from €87/NOK 690).
CULTURE Warm your brain – and the
rest of your body – at Litteraturhuset
(29 Wergelandsveien), whose literary
salon-like style combines a café bar
with almost daily lectures and readings
from local and international writers.
LATER Eccentric nightlife mainstay
Den Gamle Major (66 Bogstadveien)
combines cosiness with items from
a gothic novel, including a bathroom
door disguised as a bookcase.
GRØNLAND
A recently revitalized mill district,
this diverse neighbourhood offers
some of the hippest fare in Oslo.
CULTURE The autumn exhibit at the
Munch Museum (53 Tøyengata) focuses
on the best-known work by Norway’s
foremost painter, including The Scream
and Madonna (until 9 January).
EAT Kampen Bistro (21 Bøgata, tel.
2219 7708) keeps things fresh with
a new menu every day. A little on the
pricey side, but it offers gourmet dining
in a cosy candlelit atmosphere.
LATER A converted mechanic’s garage,
Oslo Mekaniske Verksted (34
Tøyenbekken) has a wide selection of
beer and wine, and stylishly retro décor.
TIP Weather permitting, check out Oslo’s
best flea market (next to Grønland
subway station). Open all day on
Saturdays this month, it’s a great place
to find Norwegian antiques and gifts.
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PORTUGAL Population 10,735,765 Currency Euro GDP
PORTO
† €15,645 Dialling code +351
Airport code OPO Flight frequency Daily Average temp (Nov) 12°C
The vibrancy of Portugal’s
northern capital steps up
a pace as the autumn
months advance. The
street art on Rua Miguel
Bombarda is a big draw,
but there’s plenty more
going on elsewhere in
the city. Kevin Rose is
our city guide
BAIXA
Downtown Porto is a tight mass
of streets, containing many of the
city’s historical highlights.
CULTURE The Rua Miguel Bombarda is
the heart of the city’s artistic community.
This is where you’ll see examples of the
Ricardo Dias street art project, which has
released 1,000 origami cranes into the
streets of Porto – a symbol of eternal
happiness, prosperity and longevity.
SHOP Choosing where to start among
the plethora of offbeat outlets along
this street is tricky, but Águas Furtadas
Design (285 Rua Miguel Bombarda),
which stocks everything from fashion
accessories, dolls and items for home
decoration to old-style toy taxis, is
a great sensory experience.
SLEEP Pensão Estoril (193 Rua de
Cedofeita, tel. 222 002751, pensao
estoril.com, rooms from €30) offers
fine cheap and cheerful accommodation.
LATER Hip Galeria de Paris (56 Rua
Galeria de Paris, tel. 934 210792) is
a restaurant and bar in a former fabrics
warehouse that the owners never
bothered clearing out – hence the place
is packed with interesting stuff. There’s
also a rarely found smoking room.
TIP The city’s Cinema Cycle features
classic filmmakers such as Welles and
Explore by night for a diff erent
perspective on Portugal’s
historic second city
INFO
Francisco de Sá
Carneiro Airport is
15km northwest
of the city centre.
Train Metro line E
serves the airport
from 6am-1.30am;
the station is
just outside the
terminal. The
journey to the
centre takes about
30 minutes and
costs €1,45.
Bus There are
regular buses
into the city,
costing €1,45.
Taxi Available 24
hours, the journey
costs about €20.
Tourist offi ce
25 Rua Clube
dos Fenianos
(tel. 223 393472,
portoturismo.pt).
Kubrick. Free entry and no dubbing are
dual incentives for the stroll up to the
Almeida Garrett Municipal Library (Rua
Dom Manuel II). The 1865 Palácio de
Cristal in which it’s situated is also
surrounded by spectacular gardens.
BOAVISTA
The aristocratic legacy of this area
is reflected in the leafy avenues
and palatial splendour of now
converted residences, which
contrast with the modernist
audacity of the Casa da Música.
CULTURE The Serralves Museum (210
Rua Dom João de Castro) is a cultural
pole of attraction for the region, with
a renowned contemporary collection.
This month features an exhibition
looking at the relationship between
the arts and politics. Make sure
you visit the gardens, too, which
are beautiful all year round.
EAT Grappa by Chakall (1277
Avenida da Boavista, tel. 226 086705,
around €20 per person) is testimony
to the gastronomic range of the city,
where Italian and Mediterranean
dishes are interpreted by the
Argentinean chef Chakall.
DRINK A relative newcomer, Creme
(Edifício Transparente, 365 Via do
Castelo do Queijo tel. 912 989541) is
a café (with seafront terrace) during
the day and a recommended restaurant
in the evening, before transforming
into a bar and disco that keeps pounding
until 6am at weekends.
FOZ AND MATOSINHOS
There’s a rather different feel to
these neighbourhoods, as the city
moves from its cramped riverside
location to ocean vistas.
SLEEP Delivering all the trappings of
a quality establishment, with a rooftop
swimming pool to boot, Hotel Boavista
(Esplanada do Castelo, 58 Foz do Douro,
tel. 225 320020, hotelboavista.com,
rooms from €80) has a seafront location
and is a serious contender for the ‘best
hotel in the city’ title.
SHOP Deep Senses (493 Rua de
Gondarém) is the place for relaxation;
try a Swedish or chocolate massage,
or a session of reiki.
EAT Cafeína Wine & Tapas (152 Rua
do Padrão) offers the best in local fare
as well as international produce; drop
in for a glass of wine, a gourmet snack
or to sample some local cheese and
smoked sausages from this store-cumrestaurant
concept.
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CZECH REPUBLIC Population 10,201,707 Currency Czech Koruna (CZK) GDP
PRAGUE
† €17,955 Dialling code +420
Airport code PRG Flight frequency Three times daily Average temp (Nov) 1°C
Christmas comes early
in Prague – the Czech
capital’s famed outdoor
holiday markets are up
and running from 27
November. It’s time to
explore an early winter
wonderland. Julie O’Shea
is our city guide
STARÉ MESTO
Wind your way through the city’s
breathtaking Old Town, the perfect
place to begin your journey.
SLEEP A modern design from celebrated
Czech architect Eva Jiricna, Hotel Josef
(20 Rybná, tel. 221 700111, hoteljosef.
com, rooms from €119/ CZK 2,930)
doesn’t just boast a prime location but
also serves one of the best breakfast
buffets in town.
CULTURE For classical music lovers, an
evening concert at the Rudolfinum (12
Alšovo nábreží), home of the Czech
Philharmonic Orchestra, is a must.
EAT U Knihovny (10 Veleslavinova, tel.
732 835876) serves traditional Czech
cuisine at prices normally only found in
the outer districts. You can’t go wrong,
whether you’re trying the goulash, potato
soup or mushroom-stuffed chicken. This
place fills up fast at weekends.
SHOP Beneath the spires of the Tyn
Church on Old Town Square, the city’s
largest Christmas market opens for
business on 27 November. Local
merchants hawk seasonal specialities,
from straw tree ornaments and wooden
toys to Bohemian crystal and ceramic
mugs – perfect stocking fillers.
LATER Grab a nightcap at Café
Montmartre (7 Retezová), a uniquely
decorated spot hidden down a quiet
alley. Order a glass of wine and toast
the Czech writer Franz Kafka, a frequent
patron here in the early 20th century.
TIP Free Prague Tours (freepraguetours.
eu) set off seven days a week at 11am
and 2pm from the Old Town Square on
Grand designs: the Hotel
Josef, ideally located in
Prague’s Old Town
INFO
Ruzyne
International
Airport is 10km
from the centre.
Bus The no. 119
runs between
the airport and
Dejvicka metro
station (line A)
every 7-20
minutes, taking
about 25 minutes.
Tickets cost €1/
CZK 26 and are
valid for 75
minutes on all
buses, trams
and metros.
Taxi A taxi to
the city centre
takes about 30
minutes and
costs around €24/
CZK 600 – but
always negotiate
before you set off .
Tourist offi ce
The main offi ce is
at 46 Vinohradská
(tel. 221 580111,
czechtourism.com).
the corner of Parížská street. They
provide a great introduction to all the
main attractions, plus a few behind-thescenes
scoops. Best of all, the licensed
guides work for tips and lavish praise.
NOVÉ MESTO
The city centre, or New Town, is
packed with hot nightspots and
fabulous one-of-a-kind restaurants.
SLEEP Pamper yourself with a Roman
spa treatment at the upscale Boscolo
Carlo IV Prague (13 Senovazne namesti,
tel. 224 593111, boscolohotels.com,
rooms from €119/CZK 2,930).
CULTURE A heavyweight trio of Carmen,
Aida and Tosca will take turns on centre
stage this month at Prague’s stately
National Theatre (2 Narodni divadlo).
You can also enjoy a special night of
Christmas music on 28 November.
EAT Moravský Archiv Vin (11
Navrátilova, tel. 296 325019) offers
typical Czech meat-and-potato-based
fare. What’s special is its extensive
Moravian wine selection, which the
staff will help you pair with the food.
Stop in for lunch and take advantage
of the reduced-rate daily specials.
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SHOP Decorated Christmas market
huts crowd the south end of Wenceslas
Square, where you can pick up woolly
hats, scarves and gloves, scented candles
and handmade jewellery, while staying
warm with Svarák (hot wine).
LATER Each table at the Beer Factory
(58 Václavské namesti) comes equipped
with its own tap, so you can keep the
Pilsner Urquell coming all night long.
VINOHRADY
This trendy, expat-friendly district
has a vibrant nightlife.
SLEEP Check out the Czech Inn (76
Francouzská, tel. 267 267612, czech-inn.
com, private rooms from €38/CZK 932).
Choose from dorm bunks, private rooms
or apartments and then take advantage
of the daily happy hour in the ground
floor café, which also hosts trivia nights
every Monday from 8pm.
EAT Mirellie (23 Korunni, tel. 222
521814) has the Mediterranean market
covered. The menu is a mix-and-match
of true perfection, from the grilled
octopus and tuna tartare to the long
list of risotto and linguine. It’s hard to
know where to start.
SHOP Popular with locals, the small
neighbourhood Christmas market on
Namesti Miru has fewer people and
a low-key vibe. Take your time browsing
the holiday gift offerings and make
sure you try a trdelník: a pastry made
from rolled dough and coated with
cinnamon and lots of sugar.
LATER Start the evening off relaxing
with a cocktail in one of the comfy
green-hued chairs or sofas in Radost
FX’s back lounge (120 Belehradska),
before heading to the dance floor
downstairs, where local DJs spin tunes
until the early morning hours. The club
has weekly theme nights and monthly
events to choose from.
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SWEDEN Population 9,059,651 Currency Swedisk Krona (SEK) GDP
STOCKHOLM
† €26,390 Dialling code +46
Airport code BMA Flight frequency Four times daily Average temp (Nov) 1°C
November marks the
beginning of Stockholm’s
long cold season. Luckily,
this Nordic pearl shines
brightly even in the dark,
and from 17-28 November
the city will sparkle for the
Stockholm International
Film Festival. Victoria
Larsson is our city guide
SÖDERMALM
This former working class district
is now the city’s hippest area.
EAT Brofästet (13 Hornstulls strand,
tel. (0)8 767 6687) is a dimly lit bistro
that balances on the edge of the island
of Södermalm, at the foot of the
Liljeholmen bridge. The dishes are
little works of art, while the clientele
is black-clad and über-cool.
SHOP Make for Judits Second Hand (75
Hornsgatan) for slightly used designer
items from Marc Jacobs and Malene
Birger. Don’t be intimidated by the
blondes behind the counter; they only
seem aloof until you ask for help, after
which they prove to be friendly and
knowledgeable about fashion.
LATER On the rocky heights of Söder,
Södra Bar & Kök (1-3 Mosebacke Torg) is
a stylish bar that attracts a varied crowd
with its eclectic music, and features
panoramic windows through which the
city sparkles across the black waters.
Hornstull Strand (4 Hornstulls Strand)
is a live music and club venue on the
waterfront. The interior looks like
a high school, but the long tables make
it easy to connect with strangers.
CULTURE Stockholm’s latest fine
arts endeavour, Fotografiska (22
Stadsgårdshamnen) is housed in
INFO
Stockholm-Bromma
Airport is 8km west
of the city.
Bus Flygbussarna
buses go to the
bus/train station
Cityterminalen. A
return costs €7,70/
SEK 79 and takes
20 minutes, buses
every 20 minutes
at peak times.
Taxi Licensed
cabs are available
outside the
terminal. Taxi fi rms
off er fi xed-rate
fares to the city
centre of around
€38/SEK 392.
Tourist offi ce
The main offi ce is
at 27 Hamngatan,
with the entrance
on Kungsträdgården
(tel. (0)8 5082
8508, stockholm
town.com).
Buy into minimalist
cool, Swedish style, at
Acne’s fl agship outlet
a waterfront warehouse and is currently
showing Dutch photographer Pieter ten
Hoopen’s exploration of loneliness and
isolation in the photo series Stockholm.
NORRMALM
With its patchwork architectural
style, the geographical heart of
Stockholm may not be as scenic
as the rest of town, but it sure
makes up for it in atmosphere.
SLEEP Hotel Skeppsholmen (1 Gröna
gången, tel. (0)8 407 2300, hotel
skeppsholmen.com, rooms from €143/
SEK 1,300) is a modern design hotel
housed in an 18th-century building on the
tiny island of Skeppsholmen. A stone’s
throw from the town centre, but still
removed from the inner-city hubbub.
EAT The Max (7 Vasagatan, tel. (0)8
5061 2070) burger chain has taken
the country by storm with its green
thinking (the restaurant climate
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and, of course, its juicy burgers.
SHOP Acne (2 Norrmalmstorg) is the
chic flagship store of Sweden’s most
praised fashion label.
LATER Cadierbaren Grand Hotel (8
Södra Blasieholmshamnen) is a worn but
swanky hotel bar with tuxedo-clad
waiters and a view of the castle.
Libations are accompanied by a
complimentary three-tiered snack tray.
VASASTAN
Just north of the city centre, this
may be one of the least touristy
parts of town.
SLEEP At Hotel Micro (8 Tegnérlunden,
tel. (0)8 5454 5569, hotelmicro.se,
rooms from €54/SEK 495). The rooms
are windowless and small like cabins
on a ship, but they are clean and nicely
furnished. The spotless bathrooms are
located along the hallway on each floor.
SHOP Lakritsroten (107 Sveavägen)
is a tiny shop owned by self-proclaimed
liquorice freak Elina Forselius. She
stocks over 400 kinds, and uses the
root to make sweets, marmalade and
even scented candles.
TIP The landmark rotunda building
houses Stadsbiblioteket (63 Odengatan),
Stockholm’s main library. There’s
free Wi-Fi and a great international
newspaper and magazine section,
while the library café sells cheap
coffee, sandwiches and snacks.
LATER Swedish rock stars often
moonlight as DJs in the wood-panelled
Tranans Bar (14 Karlbergsvägen),
a basement bar with wine by the glass.
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FRANCE Population 64,057,792 Currency Euro GDP
TOULOUSE
† €23,510 Dialling code +33
Airport code TLS Flight frequency Three times daily Average temp (Nov) 8°C
Stately Toulouse will be
crackling in November,
with two festivals of
electronic music rocking
the town. Then it’s from
the electronic to the
antique, as the Parc des
Expositions de Toulouse
hosts one of France’s
top antiques fairs (6-14,
salon-antiquairestoulouse).
Anthea Gerrie
is our city guide
ST CYPRIEN
The alternative face of Toulouse,
this neighbourhood across the
river from the town centre has
benefited from the vibrant
conversion of old industrial
buildings into galleries, shops and
clubs. It’s the place to sample
nightlife and contemporary art.
SLEEP Hotel St Claire (29 Place Nicolas
Bachelier, tel. (0)5 3440 5888, stclaire
hotel.fr, doubles from €69) is a two-star
hotel de charme offering exceptional
value, particularly at weekends.
CULTURE Les Nuits Sonores (nuitssonores.com),
a famous Lyon-based
festival of electronic music, visits
Toulouse for the first time this month.
Performances will take place at a variety
of venues, notably the Théâtre Garonne
(1 Avenue du Château d’Eau), from
10-14 November. Not to be missed
when you’re in the area for the festival
is Les Abattoirs (76 Allées Charles-de-
Fitte), a former slaughterhouse now
converted to a superlative museum
of modern art where there’s always
something new and funky going on.
EAT Hemicycle (76 Allées Charles-de-
Fitte, tel. (0)5 6287 7306) on the site of
the old Café des Abattoirs is a salon de
thé as well as a handy place for lunch in
the courtyard of the art museum.
LATER Le Petit Diable (99 Allées
Charles-de-Fitte) offers a variety of
The vast and magnifi cent
St Pierre des Chartreux
church is a city landmark
INFO
Toulouse-Blagnac
airport is 8km
northwest of the
city centre.
Bus A shuttle bus
leaves every 20
minutes to four
stops in the city
centre, including
the station, and
costs €5.
Taxi There are
taxi stands at the
airport that you
can fi nd outside
arrivals door C.
The fare to the
city centre is
around €25.
Tourist offi ce
The main offi ce
is on Square du
Général de Gaulle
(tel. (0)5 6111
0222, toulousetourisme.com).
spontaneous entertainment alongside
its cocktails; expect anything from
torrid tango to a cabaret night.
SHOP The toy market that pops up
alongside the St Cyprien covered food
market on a Monday is a great place
to find vintage playthings for kids, as
well as prints and old comics in the
adjacent paper market.
TIP Approach St Cyprien with a wander
across the beautiful Pont Neuf, and
admire the riverscape when walking
back into town.
CAPITOLE/ESQUIROL
The Capitol square, surrounded
by colonnades, is at the very heart
of La Ville Rose – as Toulouse is
known because of its magnificent
rose-tinted sandstone architecture.
CULTURE Jardins Synthétiques, a new
festival of contemporary music and art,
will transform the usually august Musée
des Antiques Saint-Raymond (Place St
Sernin) into a hothouse of electrifying
performances for three days over the
weekend of 19 November.
SLEEP Citadines Toulouse Wilson (8
Boulevard de Strasbourg, tel. (0)5 3441
7500, citadines.com, rooms from €140)
offers self-catering in a great location.
EAT La Capoul (13 Place Wilson, tel.
(0)5 6110 7072) is a renovated 1920s
brasserie now under the direction of
a Michelin-starred chef. Next door, Le
Bon Vivre (15b Place Wilson, tel. (0)5
6123 0717) is a jolly, unpretentious
place to enjoy local Gascon specialities
like cassoulet and magret de canard.
SHOP The shoe stores of the Rue de
Rome and Rue Alsace-Lorraine are
legendary; two to look out for on the
latter, newly-pedestrianised street
are Minelli (30) and Mephisto (57).
TIP Check out the fabulous City Hall
on the Place du Capitole – it used to
contain the city jail.
LATER Le Père Louis (Rue des
Tourneurs) has been declared a national
landmark after a century as one of the
city’s most beloved watering holes.
MATABIAU
The area around the central station
is a surprising hive of activity,
thanks to hidden streets full of
alternative addresses.
EAT Yassa Fast Food (1 Boulevard
Bonrepos, tel. (0)5 6147 5756) offers
an authentic taste of West Africa as
a change from all that foie gras.
SHOP Wander the Rue de la Colombette
to check out lots of charming little
here-today, gone-tomorrow boutiques,
especially strong on accessories and
jewellery. Vintage fans will enjoy the
retro décor at Entre Hier et Aujourd’hui
(5 Rue de la Colombette).
LATER All Bar (4 Rue Gabriel Péri) is the
hot new reincarnation of the much-loved
Maximo Café, which is now all cool
sounds and edgy design.
TIP Check out the canal opposite the
station to find boutiques and bars
afloat on riverboats.
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ITALY Population 58,090,681 Currency Euro GDP
VENICE
† €21,555 Dialling code +39
Airport code VCE Flight frequency Twice daily Average temp (Nov) 7°C
November sees the fi rst
cold mists descend on the
Venetian lagoon, giving
its canals a brooding and
even more alluring sense
of romance. The peace
will be shattered during
the Feast of San Martino
(11 November), when kids
clatter around the city
banging pots and pans.
Robin McKelvie is our
city guide
SAN MARCO
The epicentre of tourist Venice
contains some of the world’s
most beguiling architecture.
SHOP Luna Hotel Baglioni (1243 San
Marco, tel. 041 528 9840, baglionihotels.
com, rooms from €260) is said to be
a favourite of Sean Connery and Nelson
Mandela, and offers serious luxury.
EAT Osteria Enoteca San Marco
(Frezzeria, tel. 041 528 5242) is a cut
above average, with delicious home
cooking and a spot-on wine list. Aqua
Pazza (3808 Campo San Angelo, tel. 041
277 0688) is a rare budget option – the
fish risotto for two is excellent.
CULTURE The Festa della Madonna
della Salute (21 November) is held to
commemorate a plague that wiped out
a third of the Venice population between
1629 and 1631. A votive bridge links San
Marco (Campo Santa Maria del Giglio)
and Dorsoduro, which thousands cross to
visit the altar of the Salute Church.
TIP Piazza San Marco is legendary for its
cafés, which vie for your custom with live
classical music. They charge a fortune for
a coffee, but their cheapest wine often
costs little more than coffee for two.
INFO
Venice Marco Polo
airport is at Tessera,
about 8km from
the centre.
Bus The ACTV
no. 5 to Piazzale
Roma takes about
20 minutes and
costs €2,50. The
ATVO shuttle takes
15-20 minutes
and costs €3.
Boat Alilaguna
launches run from
about 500 metres
from Arrivals:
6.10am-12.10am
to San Marco,
8.45am-6.45pm
as far as Zattere.
Tickets cost €13
(alilaguna.it).
Taxi A taxi to
Piazzale Roma
costs about €30.
A private water taxi
costs €100-€150.
Tourist offi ce
71F Piazza San
Marco (tel. 041
529 8711 turismo
venezia.it).
Sculpture by Marino Marini is just
one of the delights of the canalside
Peggy Guggenheim Collection
DORSODURO
An often forgotten area, home to
quiet canals and relaxed spots.
CULTURE The Peggy Guggenheim
Collection (Palazzo Venier dei Leoni)
deserves its reputation, with works by
modern masters like Dali and Picasso.
EAT Gondolieri (San Vio, tel. 041 528
6396), an old-world retreat, is a great
place to sample genuine Veneto cooking.
LATER Bright bar/restaurant Orange
(Campo Santa Margherita) is a popular
stop on the trendy Campo Santa
Margherita mini-scene.
SAN POLO
San Polo is home to the Rialto
Bridge and some of the most scenic
stretches of the Grand Canal.
EAT A stone’s throw from the Rialto
Bridge is Muro (Rialto Market, 222 San
Polo, tel. 041 523 7495). Munch snacks
at the osteria downstairs, or enjoy
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something more substantial upstairs.
You can eat with the locals at Da Renato
(Rio Terà Secondo, tel. 041 524 1922),
a favourite with hungry gondoliers.
LATER The Pizzeria 900 Jazz Club,
(Campiello del Sansoni, 900 San Polo)
is a decent option in sleepy Venice.
SHOP La Bottega dei Mascareri (Ponte
di Rialto, 80 San Polo) is one of the most
celebrated outlets for papier-mâché
masks. For glasswork, Lucio Bubacco
(Calle Rughetta) features remarkable
works sculpted on the island of Murano.
TIP If you don’t want to splash out on
a gondola ride you can nip across the
Grand Canal on one of the traghetti
public gondolas from Fondamenta del
Vin. The catch? You’re expected to stand.
GIUDECCA
This classy island reclines on an
oasis of calm just across from
the tourist bustle.
SLEEP The grand old Hotel Cipriani
(10 Giudecca, Tel. 041 520 7744,
hotelcipriani.com, rooms from €720)
is Venice’s most famous hotel. Hilton
Molino Stucky (810 Giudecca, tel. 041
522 1267, hilton.com/Venice, rooms
from €171) opened in 2007 in an
impressively revamped flour mill.
EAT The Cipriani’s Fortuny Restaurant
(10 Giudecca, tel. 041 520 7744) is
perhaps the most romantic and polished
fine dining experience in the city. Harry’s
Dolci (773 Giudecca, tel. 041 522 4844)
is almost as good, with great views.
TIP Take a promenade at sunset along
the waterfront and watch the sun melt
over this most dreamy of cities.
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POLAND Population 38,463,689 Currency Złoty (PLN) GDP
WARSAW
† €12,910 Dialling code +48
Airport code WAW Flight frequency Five times daily Average temp (Nov) 2°C
Late autumn is a time
for refl ection in Warsaw;
All Saint’s Day is on the
fi rst of the month, and
the weather turns bonechillingly
cold. But there’s
plenty of life left in the
city, as Varsovians head
indoors to drink, dine
and ponder the eclectic
Things Evoke Feelings
exhibition, which aims to
get us thinking about art
in a new way. Michelle
Smith is our city guide
CENTRUM
With high-end apartment blocks
standing alongside glass-covered
office buildings, the city’s centre is
a testament to modern luxury.
SLEEP Small, family-run Hotel Maria (71
Aleja Jana Pawła II, tel. (0)22 838 4062,
hotelmaria.pl, rooms from €55/PLN 220)
is central and has a fantastic spa right
next door. The soaring Novotel Warszawa
Centrum (94/98 Ulica Marszałkowska,
tel. (0)22 596 0000, novotel.com, rooms
from €101/PLN 400) offers a glorious
panoramic view of the city.
CULTURE At The Centre for
Contemporary Art (2 Ulica Jazdów),
Things Evoke Feelings takes pieces of
art from the Centre’s own collections
– including work by Tadeusz Kantor and
Nan Goldin – and reorganises them in
themes, such as ‘Breath’, ‘Oppression
of the Everyday’ and ‘Women’s Revolt’,
encouraging a new perspective.
EAT Platter by Karol Okrasa (49 Ulica
Emilii Plater, in the InterContinental
Hotel, tel. (0)22 328 8734) opened in
September, and the reviews are glowing.
Beat the autumn chill with the glazed
goose breast roasted in cinnamon and
cardamom. Alternatively, fans of Thai
cuisine should seek out Mandala (9/11
Ulica Emilii Plater, tel. (0)22 428 4454),
hidden in a courtyard.
INFO
Frederick Chopin
Airport is 10km
from the centre.
Bus The no. 175
runs from the
airport to the
train station in the
city centre, every
10-20 minutes
between 4.58am
and 10.35pm, and
every 30 minutes
after that. Buy
a ticket from
the RUCH shop
inside the airport
– a single costs
less than €1.
Taxi About €12/
PLN 50 will get
you from the
airport to the city
centre. Beware
of the ‘mafi a taxis’,
which don’t have
a sticker of the
Warsaw mermaid
on their doors.
Tourist offi ce
There are offi ces
at the airport
and 39 Ulica
Krakowskie
Przedmieście
(tel. (0)22 194 31,
warsawtour.pl).
With a 1920s cinema and an old
tram for décor, quirky club Dekada
has one foot in Poland’s past
LATER The iconic Palace of Culture
hides a surprisingly great club: 55 (1
Plac Defilad) has a big dance floor and
loads of sofas to flop down on. For an
adventurous night out, Ground Zero (62
Ulica Wspólna) is the city’s oldest club
– and one of its best pick-up joints.
TIP Written about in guide books as
a place to get legless, Jimmy Bradley’s
(39 Ulica Sienna) is much more than that.
Thanks to the widescreen plasma TVs,
never-ending sports, happy hours,
imported beers and proper fry-ups,
this is an amazing night out... though it’s
impossible to find. Ask for help at the
office tower reception area.
STARE MIASTO
With its cobble-stoned streets
and winding alleys, the Old Town
is a must-see for all visitors.
SHOP Since this area is tourist central,
it’s no shock that many shops offer
souvenirs. One of the highest-end
options is Sobieski Crown (50 Ulica
Nowy Swiat), selling fabulous jewellery.
SLEEP Duval Apartments (10 Ulica
Nowomiejska, tel. (0)22 849 7024,
duval.net.pl, rooms from €70/PLN 278)
has four apartments with different
designs; the Japanese room has ricepaper
curtains, while the Polish room
boasts wooden antiques. Those on
a budget will like Mazowiecki (10 Ulica
Mazowiecka, tel. (0)22 827 2365,
hotelwam.pl, rooms from €34/PLN 135).
Recently renovated, it has bright, clean
rooms and a great location.
LATER Enklawa (12 Ulica Mazowiecka)
is the place to practise your dance moves
to a mix of salsa and disco. Another good
option is the Organza Shot Bar (4 Ulica
Sienkiewicza), offering an impressive list
of shots to ward off the cold.
OLD OCHOTA
A beautifully preserved historic
district just minutes away from the
bustle of the centre, Old Ochota
(Stara Ochota) is one of the city’s
best-kept secrets.
CULTURE An unusual mix of gallery,
gift shop and café, Galearnia The Two
of Us (28a Ulica Wawelska) is the place
to check out an exhibition, enjoy a bowl
of homemade rose ice cream and buy
a souvenir. Lilou Bijoux (63 Ulica
Mokotowska) also combines a shop
with art: peruse the experimental
pieces and the unique jewellery.
EAT With pizzas fresh from a wood-fired
oven, Nonsolopizza (20c Ulica Grójecka,
tel. (0)22 824 1273) is relaxed and
welcoming. The Italian-sounding Prima
Vera (28/30 Ulica Grójecka, tel. (0)22
406 2345) actually serves fantastic and
hearty Ukrainian food, such as Russian
ravioli with lentils, mushrooms and
parmesan cheese.
LATER With a communist-era tram in
the back, retro-cool Dekada (19/25
Ulica Grójecka) creates a blast from
Poland’s past, while Osada (1920 Ulica
Bitwy Warszawskiej) serves up cold
beer and hot tunes in a heated tent.
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