• Europe

Things to do in Antwerp, Belgium: A three-minute guide

This 'bridesmaid' city has plenty of reasons to shine.

• David Whitley

• River cruises

Vincent van Gogh river cruise: A brush with Vincent

Don't let the lack of hype fool you: A visit to this little-known museum is a must.

• Kay O'Sullivan

• New Orleans

Metro marvels: The 17 hottest cities to visit in 2015

Need a reason to take a holiday next year? Here are 17 cities to put on your list.

• Food and wine

Fry and fry again

Belgian chips are the best in the world. Antony Mason goes insearch of perfection among the fritkots of Brussels.

• Inspiration

Art on the stroom

Antwerp's MAS museum is set to transform the city's docks, writes Laura Barnett.

• Adventure holidays

Dutch delight on a granny bike

You don't need Lycra, a fancy bike and lung-busting hills to cycle in the path of professionals, writes Ian Wilson.

• Food and wine

Small yet perfectly fermented

Beer and chocolate are only the beginning of what this unsung country has to offer, writes Steve McKenna.