Archive for May, 2010

Poet Painter Museum

On June 2 2009, the Magritte Museum opened its doors to the public on the Place Royale in Brussels. The first museum devoted to one of the best known artists of the 20th century, presents for the first time the largest collection of Magritte works in the world. “Everything we see hides another thing, we always want to see what is hidden by what we see.”

Posted by Joelle in Art, Brussels, Travel

Friendly Hotel

Located a few steps to the Grand Place in Brussels the newly refurbished hotel Amigo awarded among the 2007 top 100 best world’s hotel, offers several options for this year holiday season. It’s original building predating 1522 has restored its former glory making it without a doubt, the most exclusive luxury hotel in the city.

Posted by Joelle in Brussels, Hospitality

Historical City Center Beats

Brussels’ vibrant, cosmopolitan atmosphere and multicultural beat make it much more than simply the administrative hub of Europe. For all its gastronomical gems, architecture, and art, the city keeps a relatively low profile. I have created the perfect itinerary in the city’s historical center to relish it’s legendary landmarks, cobbled streets, old theaters and traditional shops.

Posted by Joelle in Brussels, Culture, Shopping

Finding One’s Origins

Born in Milan, Brazilian of nationality, Spanish passport and part time living in New York, parents from Lebanon, grandparents from Siria, Turkey and Spain . It’s in this Ixelles residence that with the help of Radu Mihaileanu last movie “Le Concert ” I finally discover the truth about my own personal journey.

Posted by Joelle in Brussels, Design, Film