97% of business visitors to Brussels wished they stayed longer for pleasure!

Conrad, Amigo Hotels Named 2011 Best of the Best by Virtuoso

The Belgian Tourist Office is proud to announce that the Conrad Brussels and the Amigo Hotel in Brussels were named in Virtuoso's 2011 Guide to the Best of the Best. Clients will feel right at home in these two stellar properties, well deserving of this honor, during their next visit to Brussels.

Meet in the Cross Roads of Europe, Brussels

EMIF: European Meetings Industry Fair, March 15 & 16, 2011

Brussels Meeting Week promotes and reinforces the Meeting Industry's image during a whole week of activities. Everyone has the opportunity to learn what the industry means for Brussels. Taking place March 14-18, 2011, this event for meetings professionals, DMC's, PCO's and TMC's coincides with the European Meetings Industry Fair.

SQUARE: The Perfect Venue for Your Perfect Meeting

Square is an inspired meeting venue in the heart of Europe, just a 5 minute walk from the Grand-Place, one of the most beautiful squares in the world. With stunning panoramic views of the city, Square offers meeting professionals:

• 140,000 sf. for intense and unforgettable events
• 4 multifunctional halls
• 23 meeting rooms
• 5 auditoriums furnished with the latest technology: Gold Hall (1.200 seats), Silver Hall (300 seats), Copper Hall (500 seats), The Arc (150 seats), Henry Le Boeuf at Bozar (2.100 seats)

New Venue: Villa Empain, Brussels' Art Deco Masterpiece

The Villa Empain is an example of Art Deco architecture in Brussels. In addition to hosting exhibitions, the villa is the perfect location to host group events and meetings. This unique property provides a stylish ambiance for gatherings in Europe's capital. For a new way of seeing Brussels, see our list of art & architecture themed tours.

Castle Venues in French-speaking Belgium

Belgium's Southern French-speaking region, Wallonia, is characterized by beautiful landscapes, charming villages, golf, historical sites and castles, such as Chateau de Modave:

Chateau du Lac (just outside Brussels)

Martin's Manoir (just outside Brussels)

Dolce la Hulpe (just outside Brussels)

Sanglier des Ardennes (Durbuy)

Auberge du Sabotier (Saint-Hubert)

Chateau de Limelette (Louvain-la-Neuve)

Chateau de la Poste (just outside Namur)

Chateau des Thermes (Chaudfontaine)

Introducing the Belgian Year of Gastronomy in 2012

Mark your calendars, Belgium is dedicating 2012 to the flavors of Belgian cuisine! Belgium is a gourmet paradise, with among the highest density of Michelin star-rated restaurants in Europe. Eat your way through Belgium with beer and chocolate tasting tours. From street foods like waffles to traditional dishes like moules frites, we can provide a range of suggestions where your group can have a memorable meal in Brussels and French-speaking Belgium.

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