February 23, 2000 Brussels takes the title of European City of Culture for the year 2000 with an official opening this Friday (February 25), followed by a weekend of festivities to kick off the year-long celebration on February 26 and 27. Hoverspeed offers the sole cross-Channel link from the UK to Belgium with its speedy 2 hour seacat fast car ferry service from Dover to Ostend. From there, Brussels is just 71 miles away by car, or an hour by train, with the station in Ostend located right next to the Hoverspeed terminal. Robert Palmer, acclaimed for Glasgow’s tenure as European City of Culture, has worked on the Brussels 2000 project, which has brought together both the French and Flemish-speaking communities. With its rich history, combined with a varied programme of cultural events Brussels 2000 is set to boost visitor numbers from the UK. Hoverspeed has day-trips to Belgium from £49 for a car and up to nine passengers, and 3-day returns from £85. Foot passenger fares are from just £8. For more information, and to book, contact Hoverspeed on 08705 240241.Press Release Media contact: Nick Stevens, Public Relations Manager Telephone: (01304) 865170 |