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Belgium/Expert Profile
Expertise
I can answer general travel questions on Brussels and Belgium for English-speaking travelers. As an American, I can reflect an expatriate, rather than native, point of view.
Experience in the area
I lived in Brussels during the 1960's and returned to Brussels two years ago. I speak French and am learning Flemish/Dutch. Currently, I'm working as a professor of English, teaching corporate executives high-level North American business English.
Publications
I have written many travel documentary videos for Reader's Digest Home Entertainment (New York) as well as for International Video Network (California). I have also written short travel articles for the travel and "lifestyle" website Spire.com (Boston).
Education/Credentials
I hold a Bachelor of Science in Foreign Service (BSFS) degree from Georgetown University's School of Foreign Service. I also spent one year at the University of Fribourg, Switzerland.
Average Ratings
Recent Reviews from Users
K = Knowledgeability C = Clarity of Response P = Politeness| User | Date | K | C | P | Comments |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lorraine | 05/05/12 | 10 | 10 | 10 | Thank you David for taking time to ..... |
| aysegul ozgur gezer | 03/29/12 | 10 | 10 | 10 | Thank you very much, I will most ..... |
| Stan | 02/23/12 | 10 | 10 | 10 | Thank you very much for your response ..... |
| PILAR | 06/28/11 | 6 | 7 | 7 | Many thanks for your answer, but i'm ..... |
| Mary | 05/25/11 | 10 | 10 | 10 | Thank you for your answer. Am not ..... |
Recent Answers from David Palmer
2012-04-28 from Brussels Charleroi airport to Chaussée de Ninove 664:
Hi, Lorraine, Thanks for your question. From Charleroi Airport, you would take the shuttle bus to Brussels Midi/Zuid station (same station, French and Dutch names). From there, you could take the
2012-03-28 from Brussels Charleroi airport to Brussel airport:
Hello, There is a bus that runs from Charleroi Airport to Brussels Midi/Zuid station (€13 each way). From there you can take the Airport Train to the Brussels airport (around €6 each way). Another
2012-02-22 Transfer:
Do I know where what is? If you're asking about where to catch the airport shuttle bus, you'll find it at the curb, just outside the terminal. But buy your ticket inside the terminal, in a small booth
2012-02-19 Transfer:
You should be able to catch the shuttle bus to Brussels (leaves every 20 minutes; last bus departs the airport at 23:45). The bus will take you to Brussels Zuid/Midi station, and from there it's easy to
2012-02-19 Brussels vs. Bruges as home base:
Hi, Stan, Thanks for your question. Without doubt, I suggest you base yourselves in Brussels. From there you can take the train to Bruges, Ghent, Antwerp, etc. Brussels has all the art museums, galleries
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