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The great thing with our Community is that the world is our house. This Week End, Our Filip invited us in a very nice part of Belgium, just near Gand ( I will let Filiop spell it correctly, it is all about " Z ", " H ", " M "... And so complicated to reme...  

Even if I don't know all the places, I come back very often to Belgium to enjoy a very different atmosphere from France... with just a 1h30 trip by train. I was sure that you would spend a great weekend with Mr Bimbeano's family and their warm welcome! Th... 

I like the sound of this language, which is miles away from what I know and hear. Very relaxing. Best, Nicolas.

without Belgium beer tsss...what this world is coming to Marvelous getaway thank you for sharing Sincerely D

Filip, were there some beer? Belgium may be a good place for a next European GTG, what do you think, Damjan? Best, my friend. Nicolas.

that Croatia is better Just kidding Why not ... beer & chocolate my almost two favorite things Best Damjan

But I will not blame you, as I love Croatia. Best, Nicolas.

only a day away, superb food, sublime beer and the women, have i mentioned the women ? they are so beautiful (apart from the ugly ones). G

Great pictures of a warm weekend. A drink to your host Filip - it was a pleasure to meet you in Paris.

Warm, well... I would rather say HOT! Best, my friend. Nicolas.

With family & good friends in intimate settings and far away places. Glad to see that you're not always behind the computer doing your thing. Thanks for sharing these wonderful moments with us Nicolas. Best fernando

Even when I'm behind the keyboard, I have a lot of pleasure... Writing is something I love a lot. But I love these moments of real life, too. That is whyt I don't want to have a smartphone or an iphone. Best, my friend. Nicolas

Anything that starts off with Pierre Marcolini chocolates is always good. And Filip's home is truly a place of wonders; a dashing combination of classic and modern with a fantastic swimming pool guarded by frogs. Seems like lots of fun!

I' m more familiar with southern countries, so Belgium was a big discovery for me, and so close to Paris! Highly recommended. Best, Patrick. Nicolas.

Looks like you had a great time out there! So is Bim's house officially 'Party Central' now? -MW

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.. all year thru ... for the frogs

... having the world's number one horological forum moderator in our house Actually you're the third Purist that came to visit me and it has been with great pleasure every time, this is truly a great community. What struck me about the moderator was an un...  

Hope that children won't follow our poor example! It will be a memorable week end, Filip. My daughter is asking me when we come back to the Puppy House ". All the best, and, once again, thank you so much. Nico

i saw some eclectic furniture theme in your living room...is that a row of theatre/cinema chairs i see in the background? i have been scouting for something similar... btw, you have a wonderful family. and vey generous of you to open your home to fellow p... 

Hi Horo, those are indeed cinema chairs (a row of 4) a friend gave me. They're really comfortable but oh so heavy to transport ... . My house is becoming a refugee for lost Purists these last years LOL Filip

How old are they? If you don't want them anymore, I don't mind buying them off you and shipping them here. Sorry to bother, only at your convenience. Best, Horo

... for asking ... But i fear i'm really attached to these seats. I asked my wife but she wants to keep them as well, so i just called my friend. Unfortunately he gave away some 40 of them (seriously) and only has 4 left for his own loft. I'll keep an eye...  

And the potential hospitality Best, Horo

Have the same dinner wear, the Millefleurs from Gien. I am sure that you guys had a good time. Best regards, George

Hi George, the story behind the Millefleurs is rather cool. Back in 2005 me and my wife decided to go on a holiday with our brandnew Mini Cooper to the south of France. So we filled the (small) trunk and the backseats with our luggage and head on for a re... 

That is exactly how we got our dishware with my wife, the only difference being that we were on our way back from vacation when we hit Gien. My wife went crazy and tried to buy the whole place. I also love hitting junk yards as you can often find great th... 

and 3 cheers to friendship forged. btw, you got a beautiful family. best, Horo

All these virtual friendships which turn into real friendships... Thanks for chiming in! Best, Nicolas.

Hi Guys, Just a wonderful visit and trip. Thanks for so generously taking us along. Fun places, shopping, watches and, most importantly, friends. Of course you realise that several hundred PuristS are now planning to descend on Filip’s house for the summe... 

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Charming indeed. Thanks. Best wishes. Vte PS: Filip, you have a beautiful house.

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Always welcome ! You know that Filip

Filip may be crazy, but that is why we love him so much. i consider myself honoured to know him as a friend. we sometimes have many friends, but only a couple of special friends who we know that we can rely on without hesitation and Filip is in that speci... 

you have mentioned Filip's car collecting friend and shown a couple of pics of him. i was lucky enough to get driven around in his showpiece, an Aston Martin MKII from 1934. i took a few pics and feel that i should show them to the forum. a pair of beauti...  

I was puzzled byb the Clio Sport. Great sensations, superb feeling on the road, a car fulll of life, it is just impressive. Will have to test older cars, next time, and will carefully avoid the Impreza, as it seems that the Belgian Police doesn't apprecia... 

Can you describe the experience on the road? Andrew...  

the best way i can describe it is cold and bumpy for a 1500cc straight 4 it has a lovely exhaust note. you've got to be a dedicated vintage fan to appreciate it fully. the roads in Belgium are awful, mainly concrete so noisy as hell. on a nice road in the...