Brussels isn't much a of city you hear many people talking about unlike Paris, New York, LA, etc. But it's certainly one of those places that's worth checking out even if it's for just a day. At least that's what I decided to do. Accompanying my colleague Lea Workman on our journey to collect a jacket from a mysterious young lady who we met at the train station. After all Lea was going to Brussels regardless, so I didn't mind tagging along and adding the city to my long list of "world cities tour." After exactly €160 and a few cups of coffee, along with miss Workman, we found ourselves waiting on the Thalys train, Brussels-bound. The best deal about buying the train ticket the same day as the departure was I ended up paying less for a 1st class seat on returning train seat to Paris..... Now talk about a deal.
The Belgian city is rich is history and it is immediately visible. From the ministry of justice, to the aging cathedrals this historical city will emerge you nonetheless. Chocolate is a must,after all you are in the chocolate capital of the world (feel free to argue). Although like many European cities, many of the streets aren't paved so I would advise you to leave the 6inch stiletto at the hotel, unless you really want to try and find a replacement while your there. Regardless of replacement or no replacement, you must visit the Brussels flea market, located in the center of the city. There you will find inexpensive fur coats, tailored jackets and many vintage dresses and skirts, as well as beautiful hand painted vases and china, with other magnificent pieces of art along the stroll. The best part about this "flea market," is the possibility of being able to bargain. You don't necessarily have to be an expert at this but some bargain skills could be beneficial. From there you can certainly walk in any other direction as you may please to enjoy the rest of the city.
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