Discover Benelux | Contents
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Jan Smit With a successful career spanning over 20 years, singer Jan Smit is firmly rooted in the Dutch music scene. With his distinctive voice and instantly recognisable paling sound, he is now giving his music a twist with his latest project. For the album Met Andere Woorden, he gave accomplished fellow artists carte blanche to write him a song.
BUSINESS 57
We look at the month ahead in Benelux business, as well as profiling the companies you need to know about.
FEATURES 80
A fabulous Belgian wedding: The inspiration guide Multifaceted and inspiration, Belgium is a perfect setting for a romantic wedding. From secluded, fairytale castle mansions to creative and scrumptious catering services and more, this special will inspire you for that very special day.
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Space Waste Lab Almere Learn about the dangers of space waste in an interview with artist and inventor Daan Roosegaarde. This month, he will open his latest project, the Space Waste Lab, to help combat this man made cosmic pollution.
Flemish interiors: Design with distinction Punching well above its weight when it comes to design expertise, Flanders is a region full of experienced designers, architects and quality interior brands. While there is a stunning amount of variety to their work, they pride themselves on offering top quality and a sophisticated sense of style.
De Adriaan Windmill The Netherlands would not be complete without its iconic windmills. A number of them can be visited by the public, including De Adriaan in Haarlem. Originally built in the 18th century and recently restored, the mill has had a chequered past surviving tempestuous storms and a blazing fire.
Made in the Netherlands: Celebrating Dutch industry and innovation Innovation, quality and craftsmanship are three qualities that are at the core of Dutch manufacturers and entrepreneurs. In this special, we feature some of our favourite brands from the Netherlands.
Sealcentre Pieterburen Discover how the volunteers at the Sealcentre Pieterburen, in the north of the Netherlands, nurture abandoned seal pups back to health. The dedicated centre rescues numerous seals every year and allows us to learn more about these playful creatures in their natural habitat.
THEMES 13
Company profiles, regulars and more
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