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European Pride events grow despite rising hate and funding pressures, and are a test of democracy, landmark report argues
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European Pride events grow despite rising hate and funding pressures, and are a test of democracy, landmark report argues

Europe‘s Pride movement is expanding despite increasing hostility, financial pressures, and growing concerns about volunteer burnout, … European Pride events grow despite rising hate and funding pressures, and are a test of democracy, landmark report arguesRead more

by Timothy•23 June 202620 June 2026•15
2026 | ILGA-Europe warns of growing rollback of LGBTI rights in European Union candidate countries
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2026 | ILGA-Europe warns of growing rollback of LGBTI rights in European Union candidate countries

A new enlargement review published by the LGBTQIA+ advocacy organisation ILGA-Europe and regional network ERA – … 2026 | ILGA-Europe warns of growing rollback of LGBTI rights in European Union candidate countriesRead more

by Timothy•14 June 202613 June 2026•19
Belgium’s population rises to 11.87 million as migration drives growth and ageing accelerates
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Belgium’s population rises to 11.87 million as migration drives growth and ageing accelerates

Belgium‘s population reached 11,867,634 on 1 January 2026, according to new figures from the Belgian statistics … Belgium’s population rises to 11.87 million as migration drives growth and ageing acceleratesRead more

by Timothy•10 June 202610 June 2026•13
Finland and Sweden to be linked by rail this summer
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Finland and Sweden to be linked by rail this summer

A long-delayed cross-border rail link between Finland and Sweden is expected to finally open this summer, … Finland and Sweden to be linked by rail this summerRead more

by Timothy•4 June 20264 June 2026•22
Will China invade Taiwan? Belgian expert weighs in on travel and tensions
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Will China invade Taiwan? Belgian expert weighs in on travel and tensions

Taiwan remains one of the safest destinations for Belgian travellers, according to the latest update from … Will China invade Taiwan? Belgian expert weighs in on travel and tensionsRead more

by Timothy•5 May 20264 May 2026•9
Belgium recasts diplomacy as a security and economic instrument amid global instability
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Belgium recasts diplomacy as a security and economic instrument amid global instability

Belgium’s Federal Public Service for Foreign Affairs, Foreign Trade and Development Cooperation spent 2025 redefining diplomacy … Belgium recasts diplomacy as a security and economic instrument amid global instabilityRead more

by Timothy•30 April 202629 April 2026•25
2026 | Security and geopolitical tensions influence Belgians’ holiday plans
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2026 | Security and geopolitical tensions influence Belgians’ holiday plans

Security concerns and geopolitical tensions are increasingly influencing Belgians’ choices of holiday destinations, according to the … 2026 | Security and geopolitical tensions influence Belgians’ holiday plansRead more

by Timothy•28 April 202628 April 2026•24
ILGA-Europe: Criminalisation of LGBTI people returns to Europe’s doorstep
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ILGA-Europe: Criminalisation of LGBTI people returns to Europe’s doorstep

Across Europe and Central Asia, the criminalisation of LGBTI people is quietly re-emerging. It is not … ILGA-Europe: Criminalisation of LGBTI people returns to Europe’s doorstepRead more

by Timothy•18 April 202617 April 2026•65
“We should be more mindful of our travel destinations and the risks they entail”
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“We should be more mindful of our travel destinations and the risks they entail”

“Emotional scenes at Brussels Airport in Zaventem as tourists from Dubai, Abu Dhabi, or Doha were … “We should be more mindful of our travel destinations and the risks they entail”Read more

by Timothy•9 March 202610 March 2026•69
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  • Belgium among world’s top 4 in rankings by Henley Passport Index and Global Passport Index
  • ANTWERP PRIDE 2026 | NMBS / SNCB opens ‘Change Station’ at Perszaal of Antwerp-Central
  • ANTWERP PRIDE 2026 | Police maintain Pride security plans after Berlin attack as LGBTQIA+ groups call for stronger action against hate
  • ZANDVOORT | NS to run trains every five minutes for 2026 Formula 1 Dutch Grand Prix weekend
  • BELGIUM | Then-18-year-old man attempted attack on Pride in Leuven in 2024
  1. Belgium among world’s top 4 in rankings by Henley Passport Index and Global Passport Index by Arton – Trip By Trip on United Kingdom tourism races past 45 million visitors as cross-Channel travel with Belgium grows29 July 2026

    […] to share second place. Meanwhile, traditional passport powers such as the United States and the United Kingdom have gradually…

  2. Belgium among world’s top 4 in rankings by Henley Passport Index and Global Passport Index by Arton – Trip By Trip on Single-person households on the rise across the EU29 July 2026

    […] ranks Belgium fourth with access to 186 destinations, alongside Denmark, Finland, France, Germany, Ireland, Italy, Luxembourg, the Netherlands, Norway,…

  3. Belgium among world’s top 4 in rankings by Henley Passport Index and Global Passport Index by Arton – Trip By Trip on Another soft launch: Sidetrack.blog29 July 2026

    […] passport holders continue to enjoy some of the world’s greatest travel freedom, although exactly where Belgium ranks depends on…

  4. Timothy on United Kingdom tourism races past 45 million visitors as cross-Channel travel with Belgium grows29 July 2026

    Belgian passport holders continue to enjoy some of the world’s greatest travel freedom, although exactly where Belgium ranks depends on…

  5. Timothy on KINGDOM OF NORWAY | Tourism breaks record with 40.6 million guest nights in 202529 July 2026

    Belgian passport holders continue to enjoy some of the world’s greatest travel freedom, although exactly where Belgium ranks depends on…

  6. Timothy on KINGDOM OF THE NETHERLANDS | Rising international visitor numbers, domestic travel showed signs of stagnation in 202529 July 2026

    Belgian passport holders continue to enjoy some of the world’s greatest travel freedom, although exactly where Belgium ranks depends on…

  7. Timothy on ITALY | More than 185 million visitors as tourism surges 7.1% in record year 202529 July 2026

    Belgian passport holders continue to enjoy some of the world’s greatest travel freedom, although exactly where Belgium ranks depends on…

  8. Timothy on Single-person households on the rise across the EU29 July 2026

    Belgian passport holders continue to enjoy some of the world’s greatest travel freedom, although exactly where Belgium ranks depends on…

  9. Timothy on France welcomed 102 million visitors and earned €77.5 billion from tourism in record-breaking 202529 July 2026

    Belgian passport holders continue to enjoy some of the world’s greatest travel freedom, although exactly where Belgium ranks depends on…

  10. Timothy on KINGDOM OF BELGIUM | Tourism reaches new heights as record visitor numbers underline the country’s growing appeal29 July 2026

    Belgian passport holders continue to enjoy some of the world’s greatest travel freedom, although exactly where Belgium ranks depends on…

  11. Timothy on Another soft launch: Sidetrack.blog29 July 2026

    Belgian passport holders continue to enjoy some of the world’s greatest travel freedom, although exactly where Belgium ranks depends on…

KINGDOM OF BELGIUM | Tourism reaches new heights as record visitor numbers underline the country's growing appeal
Another soft launch: Sidetrack.blog
66 countries criminalise consensual gay sex
UNITED STATES | LGBTQ community remains divided over police participation at Pride, new study finds
PREVIEW | Malaysia(n) Grand Prix 2026 Sepang Circuit behind the scenes tour
ANTWERP PRIDE 2026 | Mayor Els van Doesburg states freedom and mutual respect remain the foundation of Pride
Eurostar to offer direct, no-train-changing London to Antwerp services from December 2026
ANTWERP | 'Between us. Exploring queer spaces': Museum Aan de Stroom (MAS) hosts exhibition for 20 years of Antwerp Pride, from 26 February to 30 August 2027
Air Congo flight from Kinshasa landed at Brussels Airport, ending Brussels Airlines monopoly
Belgium lifts recommendation against travel to the United Arab Emirates, but warns security situation remains volatile
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