Feel like your wife needs to be pampered? Or just pamper yourself for once? Antwerp is the place to be!
In the fashion capital you find the internationally renowned shops and design houses all within a radius of 1 km. Many of these shops are offering up to -70% bargains for all the nice warm winter clothing.
In the evening enjoy a delicious dinner in the trendy South side of Antwerp then descend to a bar where you can relive your fantastic day.
Breaks with your loved one always end romantically at the Leopold Hotel in Antwerp. Chic boutique bedrooms. Sink into a blissfully warm bath, perhaps with a glass of bubbly. And a soft kingsize bed. All create the perfect atmosphere for your Valentines hotel break.
The next morning you can enjoy a fabulous American breakfast and discuss the coming day. Shake of any doubts you had about that gorgeous little dress and go back for more shopping or take time to explore more of Antwerps amazing sights!
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On December 2nd, the magic begins. Then the “Magiq Spiegeltent” opens its doors in the Central Station of Antwerp, just 5 minutes walk from us here at the Leopold Hotel. Held in the old part of the station, this spectacle takes place until to January 15. Here the bankholidays are magically deployed in a unique setting. You can go there for the real Disco dance parties, aperitif concerts, workshops and performances from the best artists that Antwerp and its surroundings have to offer.
The program includes a lot of music, dance and culture. The “Magiq Spiegeltent” always succeeds to rejoice the mass with her magical touch. It’s really much more than just a party room! Here are just a few of the highlights of the spectacular event:
- December 2 opens with Axel Magiq Daeseleire & several live cover bands
- December 3, the Saint has a past & Comedy Night with Raf Coppens…
- December 11th you can enjoy a free tasting sessions
- December 18, there is a real swing party from noon to the real feelings Sixties
Also during the week the “Spiegeltent” has a lot to offer. Salsa nights, steamy tango and great soul parties are taking place.
For the complete calendar, please visit www.magiq.be
Antwerp’s long-awaited city museum opens this weekend with a flourish. Their motto is: “Come and meet Antwerp in the world, come and meet the world in Antwerp”
It is an impressive building that not only serves as a museum, it also gives you a fantastic panoramic views of the city of Antwerp, and is the home acclaimed Chef Vicky Geunes new two-star restaurant… In short, it’s a unique experience and provides something for everyone.
Each floor consists of a windowless exhibition hall with a glass hallway on one of the outer sides. Their opening expo is “Five Centuries of Images in Antwerp”, a magnificent collection of art exhibits across 9 different floors.
It also has the only observation deck in Antwerp that is open for the public & it is FREE of charge.
General info: Museum Aan de Stroom, Hanzestedenplaats 1, 2000 Antwerpen
Ticket prices: The panorama viewing area is FREE, the museum is 10 euro per person for a whole day pleasure
The MAS is
…high-level architecture in a lively new part of the city
…a collection of experiences
…a collection of strong stories in a contemporary setting
…an open house. You can walk in and out as you please. Only access to the museum rooms is at a charge.
Antwerpen krijgt een nieuw openbaar vervoermiddel: de Velo! Vanaf 9 juni rij je met je Velo snel en vlot door de stad.
Je haalt er eentje op aan het Velo – Station vlak voor het Leopold Hotel. Je fietst naar je favoriete bestemming en je laat hem achter in één van de 90 Velo-stations.
Neem de Velo om : naar je werk te rijden,een break te nemen op een zonnig terrasje in het historisch centrum van Antwerpen, of om tijdens je lunchpauze even een boodschap te doen en zelfs om eens uitgebreid te gaan shoppen.
Geen zorgen meer over files, parkeerplaatsen, parkeerkosten, vervuiling of het fietsrekje op je wagen. Bovendien is het gebruik van de Velo perfect te combineren met trein, tram of bus.
Het Leopold Hotel Antwerp biedt u GRATIS fietspassen aan voor het gebruik van de Velo
The day that you decide to get engaged is one of the most important of your life. Come and spend these days in the romantic city of Antwerp, the world diamond centre. Only a 5 minutes’ walk from the Leopold Hotel Antwerp you can visit Diamondland, Antwerp’s largest diamond showroom. Here you can buy diamond engagement rings or loose diamonds directly from the source.
It is also a unique opportunity to see diamond polishers, setters and a goldsmith at work. Visitors are welcomed in their own language and during the 20 minutes guided tour; you are made familiar with cleaving, sawing, bruting, polishing and the international rules for grading diamonds, treating subjects like carat, colour, cut and clarity. Afterwards you can buy certified diamonds, loose diamonds and sparkling diamond jewelry. As a special bonus, it you buy a ring during your visit they will refund the price of your hotel room!!
For more details please visit www.diamondland.be
On October 25th 2007, Antwerp’s most prestigious project opened its doors. Almost 7 years after the destructive fire, Shopping Stadsfeestzaal (City Festival Hall) was completely restored in its glorious style and started a new life.
The historical dome was layered with gold and several kinds of marble were used to restore the historical stairs. No efforts were spared to let the ‘Pride of Antwerp’ shine again.
The base line ‘Expect the Unexpected’ says it all! Up to 40 shops, among which several pilot stores of international brands in a unique historical setting with modern accents definitely grabbed visitors’ attention and hearts.
Anchors are the first Saturn in Belgium and Urban Outfitters (first shop on the European main land). Other Pilot Stores for Belgium are Tommy Hilfiger Tailored, Salsa Jeans, Nike en Sabon. COS (Collection of Style), Leon Mode and Edisac opened their first Antwerp store in Shopping Stadsfeestzaal.
When you need a break you can rest your feet in one of the two architectical masterpieces that are located in the historical ballroom. Sip your drink in an ultra-modern bar with a unique design, La Salle or on the ‘floating terrace’ of the Laurent Perrier Champagnebar.
Many reasons not to hesitate to come and discover the Shopping Stadsfeestzaal, a dazzling venue that accommodates exquisite shopping and two sparkling bars!
Leopold hotel Antwerp is proud to announce that Antwerp is elected to the European Youth Capital 2011. Antwerp is taking this opportunity to highlight “Room To Bloom”, a project where youngsters can find the time and space to develop themselves. The city wants to put itself on the map as a creative, innovative, dynamic and young center where people of young age get the opportunity to develop themselves.
Antwerp has always been known as the place to be for young creative people. Great example are the young designers, like Walter Van Beirendonck, who put Antwerp in the fashion spotlight. Musically, there’s a lot of talent out there as well. Not to mention all the other artists, music festivals, and clubs. Antwerp is booming, and this is attracting all sorts of creative, artistic people from all over Belgium and Europe.
When you’re looking for a new look on today’s world, today’s art, or today’s fashion, Antwerp is definitely the place to be. Contemporary is the most important word here, is heard all over town. Everyone is convinced to fully exploit this election to proof to all the other European youth, we here at Antwerp are proud of what we have established so far, and we can only say the future is looking bright. This vivid city is surely worthwhile a visit.
The Leopold Antwerp Hotel is a brand new 4-star boutique hotel located in the very heart of Antwerp’s diamond district. The Leopold Hotel Antwerp boasts 127 fully renovated guest rooms. Each room comprises of high quality Hypnos beds, either king or twin mattresses with a minimum size of 180 cm. The spacious rooms are decorated in hip, yet warm color schemes. Please visit its website to see the hotel virtual tours.
Whether you are in town on a business trip, a weekend break, seminar, or just any other occasion, the Leopold is all you may expect from a city centre boutique hotel, it’s smart and sophisticated yet fun and just that little bit quirky.
In this blog, we will keep you up-to-date on the latest news of this hotel, city events, and the everyday trivia of the most wonderful city in the world; Antwerp; http://www.antwerpen.be
Whether there’s a new exposition, a fashion show, diamond exhibitions, or live concerts in town, you will find it in this blog. We hope you enjoy your time reading here, and look forward welcoming you again!