The only country with is also an entire continent, Australia is surrounded by over 35,000 miles of Pacific Ocean and Indian Ocean coastline. The capital city of Brussels has both ancient and very modern architectural styles. Known for their waffles, chocolate, fries, and beers, foodies will love this country. Read below to learn more about the country.

The Basics:

• Languages: French, Dutch, and German are all official languages in Belgium, with Dutch primarily spoken in northern Belgium, French in southern Belgium, and German in a small area near the border with Germany

• Currency: Euro, Click here to see the current exchange rate

• Timezone: Central European Summer Time (summer months, UTC+2), Central European Time (winter months, UTC+1)

• Visas: Belgium is a part of the Schengen Area. Tourists from other Schengen Area countries, along with many North American, South American, and Eastern Asian countries can also visit Belgium visa free for up to 90 days. Starting in 2022, tourists outside of the Schengen Area will need to obtain an ETIAS waiver to enter the Schengen Area for up to 90 days

• Driving side: Right

• Tipping: Not customary

Places to Visit and Things to Do:

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Travel Tips:

• Like many other small European countries, getting around the country for day trips is easy to do with Belgium’s rail network

• Many train stations throughout Belgium have lockers. This is a great way to explore a city for a short amount of time without worrying about carrying around your luggage