Sunny summer days in Brussels also mean long warm evenings as the city heads to the terraces of bars and restaurants and lawns of the parks that populate the urban landscape. It is a time for the capital of Europe to show its more Mediterranean side. Summer is also festival season for Brussels with a variety of classical and popular music programmes over the next few months.

Brussels also hosts the presidency of the European Union in the second half of the year. Sandwiched between Spain and Hungary, the Belgian term will continue the common goals of the other partners in this trio. Details of the specific activities and events that have been arranged will be available soon.

We are delighted to welcome Patrick Bontinck as the new General Director of Brussels International - Tourism and Congress. Formerly head of the Martin’s Hotel chain and president of the Brussels Hotel Association, Patrick brings a wealth of experience to face the challenges ahead.

	SPOTLIGHTING Shopping, Festivals & Sports news.
	BRUSSELS GOES SUPER GREEN 2010: Biodiversity Year.
	MEETINGS & INCENTIVES New venues, new brochure and the return of the Death Ride…
	INFO & IDEAS Exhibitions and outdoor restaurant venues.
	TRIED & TESTED Dance the night away at Viage!
	BRAVO! …to interior designer and architect, Michel Penneman.
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