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Visa: Belgium is in the Schengen area, so you can apply for a Schengen visa.

Itinerary: There are many airlines from Vietnam to Belgium such as Vietnam Airlines, Thai Airways, Turkish Airlines, Qatar Airways, and Aeroflot.

Transport: Belgium’s transportation system is very developed with many public services such as subways, buses and tramways to go around the city. Taking the train is the most convenient way to travel between cities. In addition, train tickets are half price reduction on Friday nights and weekends.

Time: You should come to Belgium in April, when nature wakes up after a long winter. The weather from June to October is also pleasant for travel. In winter, the temperature is very low, sometimes down to -10°C with heavy rain.

Accommodation: Belgian hotels are quite expensive. You should rent a room at a hostel or homestay to save money.

Cuisine: Chocolate, Speculoos cookies, Moulesfrites (a main dish of mussels and fries) and stewed fish Waterzooi are must-try dishes when you visit Belgium. This is also a country famous for 2,500 kinds of beer and the world-famous Beer Festival held annually at the Grand-place central square (Brussels) in September.

Currency: Belgium uses euros (EUR).

Languages: Belgium does not have its own language. There are three official languages: Flemish (much like Dutch), French, and German. Belgians are very open to other languages and cultures and they speak English quite well.