[vreihen16]

Originally Posted by LemansE90335xi

...and I think you'll find the whole country of Belgium is glowing right to it's border.

Belgium is known for having a dense road network, and almost 100% of it covered by street lights that make it easy to spot from orbit.....

[Jbrown7403]

Drove from Amsterdam to Antwerp at night some years ago and we were amazed at how bright the highways were. Very nice!

[Lady Jane]

Originally Posted by LemansE90335xi

Edit: I posted my response before following up on all the comments. Sorry for my haste.

No worry. My bad for not doing what I normally do, that is, double-check information. All is good.

[Buug959]

Originally Posted by Jbrown7403

Drove from Amsterdam to Antwerp at night some years ago and we were amazed at how bright the highways were. Very nice!

My favourite time to drive is very late at night in the winter, no street lights, snow banks and the road white with salt. A clear sky and a full moon is a bonus. I just get into the zone and go... fast. I love it.

[sygazelle]

Originally Posted by Lady Jane

You're a funny guy...

Just havin' a wee bit of fun. I love Canada and most things Canadian.

[Buug959]

Originally Posted by vreihen16

Belgium is known for having a dense road network, and almost 100% of it covered by street lights that make it easy to spot from orbit.....

I've never been to Belgium although I hope to get to Spa-Francorchamps for a few laps later this summer. I'll be at the Nurburgring for some laps and Spa is only about 90km (50 miles) away so it's definitely doable.

[vreihen16]

Originally Posted by LemansE90335xi

I've never been to Belgium although I hope to get to Spa-Francorchamps for a few laps later this summer.

I've never even been to continental Europe.....

[Buug959]

Originally Posted by vreihen16

I've never even been to continental Europe.....

That's a shame. There are so many fantastic places to visit.

[Buug959]

Originally Posted by TSII

You definitely should. As you stated, it's very close to where you'll be going in Germany. Lots of good food and of course beer. This is kind of a neat pic I took when I was in Brussels.

Good food and beer??? I'm in!
I love exploring old churches and cathedrals. The amount of skill and craftsmanship invested in them is incredible. You just don't see that kind of work anymore, at least not on that scale.

[Jbrown7403]

Speaking of beer……anyone know where this glorious establishment is located? Hint…it is in Belgium and the beer menu / book on the right may help….

[Dang3r]

Originally Posted by Jbrown7403

Speaking of beer……anyone know where this glorious establishment is located? Hint…it is in Belgium and the beer menu / book on the right may help….

Yes, thats the house of the 1000 beers, Impasse de la Fidelite 4A, Brüssel 1000, Belgien

[vreihen16]

Originally Posted by LemansE90335xi

That's a shame. There are so many fantastic places to visit.

I can't get to Europe in a reasonable time any more since the Concorde was taken out of service. I hate flying in regular commercial airplanes, and trans-Atlantic ships take waaaaaay too long to make the crossing.

An airline from Iceland recently started up service from our local airport, with connections to many places in Europe via Iceland. I might consider that at some point in the future, since there's a stop mid-crossing and it's crazy convenient with the airport terminal being only 5 minutes from our home.....

[sygazelle]

Originally Posted by vreihen16

I can't get to Europe in a reasonable time any more since the Concorde was taken out of service. I hate flying in regular commercial airplanes, and trans-Atlantic ships take waaaaaay too long to make the crossing.

An airline from Iceland recently started up service from our local airport, with connections to many places in Europe via Iceland. I might consider that at some point in the future, since there's a stop mid-crossing and it's crazy convenient with the airport terminal being only 5 minutes from our home.....

I've used Icelandair and I think it's a great way to go:

Priced right
Breaks up the trip
You can stay in Iceland for up to 7 days on your way or way back without an increase in fare (I don't know if they still do that)
Service is good.

Our flight was delayed coming back to the US from Paris and didn't get to Reykjavik in time for the connection. Icelandair took great care of us (transportation, meals, hotel) all top notch.

I'd use them again in a heartbeat if I can't get a nonstop to my destination.

Of course, your other option is First Class and a few drinks.

[Jbrown7403]

Originally Posted by Dang3r

Yes, thats the house of the 1000 beers, Impasse de la Fidelite 4A, Brüssel 1000, Belgien

Actually, it is Kulminator in Antwerp.

A glorious establishment https://www.yelp.com/biz/kulminator-antwerpen

https://www.atlasobscura.com/places/...er-bar-antwerp

[vreihen16]

Originally Posted by TSII

How long would the flight to Iceland be?

I just looked, figuring that it would be 4.5 hours. It is actually around 6 hours, and probably better to just slog on for two more hours and fly directly to Europe.

Originally Posted by sygazelle

Of course, your other option is First Class and a few drinks.

I don't drink, and flying first class is out of my price range these days.....

[vreihen16]

Actually, it does almost pay for me to route to Europe through Iceland from here. The airport terminal is only 5 minutes away from home, and TSA check-in is done in seconds. If I had to go to one of the big NYC airports, the drive or train ride would be two hours plus a long line to check in and get through TSA. Tack those four hours onto the direct flight time, plus the hassle of getting to/from the big airports.....

[vreihen16]

Originally Posted by TSII

By the way, you wouldn't happen to be referring to this low-cost airline would you? Just saw an article about it flying to Iceland from places including NY.

That's the one, in their Scarebus A321neo livery.....

[sygazelle]

Originally Posted by vreihen16

Actually, it does almost pay for me to route to Europe through Iceland from here. The airport terminal is only 5 minutes away from home, and TSA check-in is done in seconds. If I had to go to one of the big NYC airports, the drive or train ride would be two hours plus a long line to check in and get through TSA. Tack those four hours onto the direct flight time, plus the hassle of getting to/from the big airports.....

If you do use Icelandair, please consider staying in Iceland on the way to/from Europe. It is an amazing place. Check out some travel videos.

[vreihen16]

Iceland is on my bucket list.....

[anielsen71]

Todays picture from me…..

[Lady Jane]

Originally Posted by anielsen71

Todays picture from me…..

Himmelbjerget in Denmark.


http://www.skanderborgleksikon.dk/in.../Himmelbjerget

[anielsen71]

Originally Posted by Lady Jane

Himmelbjerget in Denmark.


http://www.skanderborgleksikon.dk/in.../Himmelbjerget

Yep.
Hmmm no fun in posting pictures from the net.
Too easy to find answers….😊