We are please to notify you that your application as our Youth Exchange e to Belgium has been successful : Congratulations!
The tentative date of departure to Belgium should be on XX or XX Dec 2010 depending on the flight schedule. You shall return from Belgium tentatively on XXth January 2011.
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Oh yeah!
Thanks for Lion Club once again for giving me this precious chance.
FYI, I was sponsored by Lion Club to go to Okinawa, Japan last year under the Youth Exchange Program. =)
So yea, the duration is same like last year, 3 weeks, gonna celebrate Christmas and New Year over there. Sorry my darlings, have to dump you guys this year celebrations again. =/
Originally I wasn't apply for Belgium, but Canada. =D
Sounds silly right, I already going to Canada next year but I still apply to go, lol.
However, it's okay for me to get Belgium, seriously I won't mind if I get anywhere, as long as I can go. =)
Youth Exchange is totally different with travelling.
In this program you able to participate in the local life, experience how they speak, eat, even bath, hahaha.
Of course you have to chance to travel around the country.
Nontheless, my dad seems not really happy I got to Belgium, he said Belgium is kinda like Canada, peaceful, beautiful blah blah. He ask why don't I choose to go Denmark or Germany since both of these countries are options too. LOL. I 've no idea. Like I said, I don't mind to go anywhere as long as I can have the chance to go. =D
So yea, Belgium, I don't really know about this country, the only thing I know about Belgium is CHOCOLATE! Hahahahaha. Hence research needed. =P
Location: Western Europe, bordering France 620 km, Germany 167 km, Luxembourg 148 km,
Netherlands 450 km
Capital: Brussels
Climate: temperate; mild winters, cool summers; rainy, humid, cloudy
Population: 10,348,276 (July 2004 est.)
Ethnic Make-up: Fleming 58%, Walloon 31%, mixed or other 11%
Religions: Roman Catholic 75%, Protestant or other 25%
Government: federal parliamentary democracy under a constitutional monarch
Places to visit (top 3)
Considered by some to be the "Venice of the North", Bruges has a well-preserved Old Town that is a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Once the leading trading center of Europe and the world's richest city, today's slow-paced Bruges is a tourist's delight. Bruges is compact and made for walking, boating, wandering, and relaxing. Be sure to see the canals at night and make time to visit the Belfry and the Memling Museum.
Although its history covers over a thousand years of activity, Brussels is a contemporary, cosmopolitan and cultured city. A good place to start you tour of Brussels is the Grand Place (Grote Markt), which will lead you to notice the Gothic and Classical architectures of the city's churches and palaces (Palais des Nation, Royal Palace, and House of Parliament). Art is prominent in Brussels and a visit to the Royal Museum of Fine Art is a must. If you are a "chocoholic" prepare for a taste treat. Finally, remember the saying, "if you are in Brussels, you must try the Mussels".
So, this is mussels. *ew*
Ghent is a historic, industrial city with an interesting, compact, medieval core. The Old Town is one that is worth your time and the historic center is a fun place to wander for an afternoon. Be sure to visit the Castle of the Counts of Flanders, the Belfry, and the Cloth Hall. See the Cathedral of Saint Bavo for its beauty and the art that it contains.
Food and drinks
Beers
Chocolate
Waffle
Cheese
Speculoos-A typical cookie!
Belgian fries Even in US they know "frites" shouldn't be called french fries...
and from there, the usual :
- Steak - Belgian fries - Salad
- Mussels and belgian fries
Stoemp (say stoomp): mashed potatoes with vegetable
Beer stew Carbonades Flamandes - Vlaamse Stovery
Waterzooi- is a classic stew of Flanders.
Belgian Endives - Chicons - Witloof
Brussels Sprouts - Choux de Bruxelles - Spruitjes
Christmas!
Belgium has two Santa Claus figures known as St. Nicholas and Pere Noel. (Must visit! =P)
December 6th is celebrated as the feast of St Nicholas and is the main festival here. It is a religious occasion and services in churches and quiet family gatherings at homes abound. Special cakes are baked and served as treats during the holiday season. On the eve of Christmas in Belgian homes ( le réveillion de Noël ), a festive buffet is prepared and served. It begins with a drink (aperitif) and snacks , followed by a first course comprising sea-food, which is followed by stuffed turkey. The dessert is usually typical Belgian 'la bûche de Noël ', (meaning 'Christmas log') – which is a rich creamy cake. Another traditional Belgian Christmas food; ' cougnou' or ' cougnolle ' – is sweetened bread (shaped like infant Jesus).
New Year
Sumptuous food, foot tapping at the dance floor, classy wines teamed with the smell of cakes, pastries and candies idealizes the Belgian New Year as one of the most happening festival of the country. As the clock ticks at 12 the new time kisses Belgium with all its glamour and the populace welcomes the Belgian New Year with immense glee and cheer. Exchanging of gifts, offering good luck greetings to other symbolizes the Belgian New Year as the occasion of immense verve where joy plays the significant role.
Woohoo! Look nice right overall? =P
According to my mum, me and another person were the first batch to be send to Belgium.
Walaoeh, damn big responsibilties lor. Must have good image infront of Belgian. Since they have no idea about us and we have no idea about them, hahahaha, don't know what I'm talking. =.=
Proud sial, thanks Lion Irene for chosen me and trusted me so much. =)
Thanks for Lion Club once again for giving me this precious chance.
FYI, I was sponsored by Lion Club to go to Okinawa, Japan last year under the Youth Exchange Program. =)
So yea, the duration is same like last year, 3 weeks, gonna celebrate Christmas and New Year over there. Sorry my darlings, have to dump you guys this year celebrations again. =/
Originally I wasn't apply for Belgium, but Canada. =D
Sounds silly right, I already going to Canada next year but I still apply to go, lol.
However, it's okay for me to get Belgium, seriously I won't mind if I get anywhere, as long as I can go. =)
Youth Exchange is totally different with travelling.
In this program you able to participate in the local life, experience how they speak, eat, even bath, hahaha.
Of course you have to chance to travel around the country.
Nontheless, my dad seems not really happy I got to Belgium, he said Belgium is kinda like Canada, peaceful, beautiful blah blah. He ask why don't I choose to go Denmark or Germany since both of these countries are options too. LOL. I 've no idea. Like I said, I don't mind to go anywhere as long as I can have the chance to go. =D
So yea, Belgium, I don't really know about this country, the only thing I know about Belgium is CHOCOLATE! Hahahahaha. Hence research needed. =P
Location: Western Europe, bordering France 620 km, Germany 167 km, Luxembourg 148 km,
Netherlands 450 km
Capital: Brussels
Climate: temperate; mild winters, cool summers; rainy, humid, cloudy
Population: 10,348,276 (July 2004 est.)
Ethnic Make-up: Fleming 58%, Walloon 31%, mixed or other 11%
Religions: Roman Catholic 75%, Protestant or other 25%
Government: federal parliamentary democracy under a constitutional monarch
Places to visit (top 3)
Considered by some to be the "Venice of the North", Bruges has a well-preserved Old Town that is a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Once the leading trading center of Europe and the world's richest city, today's slow-paced Bruges is a tourist's delight. Bruges is compact and made for walking, boating, wandering, and relaxing. Be sure to see the canals at night and make time to visit the Belfry and the Memling Museum.
Although its history covers over a thousand years of activity, Brussels is a contemporary, cosmopolitan and cultured city. A good place to start you tour of Brussels is the Grand Place (Grote Markt), which will lead you to notice the Gothic and Classical architectures of the city's churches and palaces (Palais des Nation, Royal Palace, and House of Parliament). Art is prominent in Brussels and a visit to the Royal Museum of Fine Art is a must. If you are a "chocoholic" prepare for a taste treat. Finally, remember the saying, "if you are in Brussels, you must try the Mussels".
So, this is mussels. *ew*
Ghent is a historic, industrial city with an interesting, compact, medieval core. The Old Town is one that is worth your time and the historic center is a fun place to wander for an afternoon. Be sure to visit the Castle of the Counts of Flanders, the Belfry, and the Cloth Hall. See the Cathedral of Saint Bavo for its beauty and the art that it contains.
Food and drinks
Beers
Chocolate
Waffle
Cheese
Speculoos-A typical cookie!
Belgian fries Even in US they know "frites" shouldn't be called french fries...
and from there, the usual :
- Steak - Belgian fries - Salad
- Mussels and belgian fries
Stoemp (say stoomp): mashed potatoes with vegetable
Beer stew Carbonades Flamandes - Vlaamse Stovery
Waterzooi- is a classic stew of Flanders.
Belgian Endives - Chicons - Witloof
Brussels Sprouts - Choux de Bruxelles - Spruitjes
Christmas!
Belgium has two Santa Claus figures known as St. Nicholas and Pere Noel. (Must visit! =P)
December 6th is celebrated as the feast of St Nicholas and is the main festival here. It is a religious occasion and services in churches and quiet family gatherings at homes abound. Special cakes are baked and served as treats during the holiday season. On the eve of Christmas in Belgian homes ( le réveillion de Noël ), a festive buffet is prepared and served. It begins with a drink (aperitif) and snacks , followed by a first course comprising sea-food, which is followed by stuffed turkey. The dessert is usually typical Belgian 'la bûche de Noël ', (meaning 'Christmas log') – which is a rich creamy cake. Another traditional Belgian Christmas food; ' cougnou' or ' cougnolle ' – is sweetened bread (shaped like infant Jesus).
New Year
Sumptuous food, foot tapping at the dance floor, classy wines teamed with the smell of cakes, pastries and candies idealizes the Belgian New Year as one of the most happening festival of the country. As the clock ticks at 12 the new time kisses Belgium with all its glamour and the populace welcomes the Belgian New Year with immense glee and cheer. Exchanging of gifts, offering good luck greetings to other symbolizes the Belgian New Year as the occasion of immense verve where joy plays the significant role.
Woohoo! Look nice right overall? =P
According to my mum, me and another person were the first batch to be send to Belgium.
Walaoeh, damn big responsibilties lor. Must have good image infront of Belgian. Since they have no idea about us and we have no idea about them, hahahaha, don't know what I'm talking. =.=
Proud sial, thanks Lion Irene for chosen me and trusted me so much. =)
Die die, I think I gonna gain weight after coming back from Belgium,
it happened when I came back from Japan as well. GG.com
it happened when I came back from Japan as well. GG.com
Hi winshi,
ReplyDeleteWanted to ask how can we apply for the exchange programme?
Is it a must to be a Lion Club member?
Thanks for helping