F is for Fail-safe Trap, Right? Book Sat fly Tues as FF points Deval Belgium, Berlin & Stockholm

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And now for the

 

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Such a magnificent Town Squate

 

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And some railway action



ANd trams
Looks like a bit of an internal dock with cafes

 

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The Loft Irony
Going off the tourist trail....


Just thought it worth the shot. (And yes, the dog is real)

 

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A walk on the wharfs
Which I’ve not done before

The town where I’m staying
They jus appear..

 

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Museum


A fascinating exhibition.
Horror stories of separated families and. Strict disinfections

A popular departure post around WW1

The Red Star Line

 

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Some Intruiging parallels with F, J & Y

1st, 2nd & Steerage - competing with the cattle who were on-board for fresh meat, well, at least til refrigeration was introduced!

Cruising the Orient line

The Orient line played a huge part in the history of cruising in Australia. But cruising wasn't always the luxury holiday it's portrayed as these days.

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From the golden age of transatlantic crossings, to the crucial role of these ships in wartime, Chris says ocean liners changed the world.

They were used to test and trial technologies including wireless radios, electricity, lighting, refrigeration, and turbine and diesel engines.

Maritime historian Chris Frame: how the ocean liner changed the world - ABC listen

From the golden age of transatlantic crossings, to the crucial role of these ships in wartime, Chris says ocean liners changed the world.

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Down the canal end of Antwerp

 

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Art


I did think the motorbike and striding lady added a symmetry to this shot








Up by the Universität



With some of these interesting ‘pieces’ can only wonder why

 

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The very Grand station

 

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The old and new churches

 

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Day trip to Brussels

Along the way


New platforms at Mechelen


The very famous Gallerie

 

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Grand City Square
WIth entertainment that money can’t buy

 

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Inside City Hall plaza
In The other times I’ve been here I don’t think this has been open

 

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Brazen

 

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Backways and Lanes
Brussels

 

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Flamingos Party

 

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Museum pieces




Musical instruments


Round the corner at The Gresham


Long gone UK life assurance co circular lift

 

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Arriving at the Church Coudenburg right behind the royal palace
A performance which money can’t buy

 

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Outside the church