De Drie Koningen

22/10/2026

📖 A little trip down memory lane… ❤️

While tidying up, we recently came across some of our old guestbooks. The oldest entries date all the way back to 1996. That's 30 years ago!

A time when Booking.com and Airbnb didn't exist, Google Reviews were unheard of, and I hadn't even used a computer yet. 😊 Back then, our guests didn't leave stars or online reviews. They shared their experiences with pen and paper.

And what a wonderful feeling it is to read those memories again! ❤️ Heartwarming messages, beautiful memories of Bruges, personal thank-you notes, and sometimes even lovely drawings. Some guests really took the time to leave a little piece of their holiday behind.

These guestbooks are like little time capsules, reminding us why we've been welcoming visitors to Bruges for over 30 years.

Because, at the end of the day, hospitality isn't about bookings, ratings or stars. It's about people. The memories they make, the city they discover, and the feeling they take home with them.

And knowing that we played a small part in those memories is what makes it all worthwhile. ❤️

Perhaps it's time to bring back this lovely old tradition…
✍️ What do you think? Should we put guestbooks back in our holiday homes?

13/10/2026

🚆 Travelling to Bruges by train? It could be cheaper than you think!

Did you know that guests staying at De Drie Koningen can travel to Bruges and back by train for just €14 per person, thanks to the Happy Trip discount?

Happy Trip is an initiative supported by Westtoer that encourages visitors to stay overnight in West Flanders while making sustainable travel more attractive.

And that's something we're happy to support! 🌱

After all, Bruges is a city that deserves more than just a quick visit. Staying a few nights gives you the opportunity to discover its hidden corners, experience the local atmosphere and enjoy everything the city has to offer at your own pace.

We're pleased to see our guests taking advantage of this offer, although we're sure many visitors haven't discovered it yet!

👉 Planning a stay at De Drie Koningen? Simply ask us for your Happy Trip discount code within 30 days before your arrival.

More information about travelling to Bruges by train:
https://ddk.be/hd/train/

24/08/2026

💀 Did you know? There’s a skull hanging on the Smedenpoort in Bruges.. but why?

15/07/2026

Trots dat ons verhaal vandaag wordt gedeeld door Reizen naar Morgen.

Wij geloven dat een verblijf meer kan zijn dan een overnachting. Door bezoekers de tijd te laten nemen om Brugge écht te ontdekken, erfgoed te beleven en kennis te maken met de verhalen achter de stad, creëren we toerisme dat een meerwaarde biedt voor bezoekers, bewoners én de bestemming.

📖 Lees het volledige artikel hieronder.

25 jaar geleden kreeg de voormalige kliniek van de Heilige Familie aan de Twijnstraat 17 een nieuwe toekomst. In 2001 werd het historische ziekenhuis herbestemd tot vakantiewoningen, een keuze die vandaag opvallend goed aansluit bij de principes van Reizen naar Morgen.

22/06/2026

Bruges can feel completely different depending on how you experience it.

For day trippers arriving at the same time, the city can seem crowded. But staying overnight tells another story: peaceful mornings, quiet canals, and the chance to enjoy Bruges long after the crowds have gone.

That’s the beauty of slowing down and experiencing the city like a local, not just a visitor ✨

Stay a little longer. Discover the quieter side of Bruges.

18/06/2026

During a walk through Bruges, I came across a piece of my childhood. 😊

This beautiful Neo-Gothic gymnasium, designed by the Bruges architect Louis Delacenserie, instantly brought back so many memories. As a young boy, I not only learned gymnastics here, but I even learned how to tie my shoelaces.

What a joy to rediscover this hidden gem after so many years. The impressive timber structure and authentic atmosphere make it truly unique.

Does anyone know where this historic gymnasium is located in the heart of Bruges? 👀

15/06/2026

This summer, Bruges tells its story in a truly spectacular way.

From 1 to 11 July 2026, the iconic Belfry of Bruges becomes the stage for "Het Belfort Vertelt", a free evening light and sound show that brings the city's rich history to life.

🌊 At 10:45 PM, A Story of ebb and flow explores Bruges’ centuries-long relationship with the sea, from the silting up of the Zwin to the city's remarkable cultural revival.

🏰 At 11:15 PM, The Story of Bruges takes visitors on a journey through the history of Bruges and Flanders, highlighting the city's important economic and international role throughout the ages.

With 22 performances over 11 magical evenings, this unique experience is not to be missed. Many thanks to 11 Juli-Komitee vzw

https://www.visitbruges.be/en/the-belfry-as-storyteller

Planning a summer escape to Bruges? A few last stays are still available at holiday rentals De Drie Koningen, located in the heart of the historic city centre. Feel free to reach out to us!

We look forward to welcoming you to Bruges this July! ✨

31/05/2026

More and more of our guests are adding an extra day to their stay to explore the Belgian coast. And if you're travelling with children, here's a lovely local tradition to look out for. 🌸

On the beaches, children have been making colourful “beach flowers” for generations using crepe paper, wooden sticks and wire. During the summer, they set up small flower stalls and ‘sell’ their creations to other beachgoers. The best part? These flowers aren’t bought with money, but traditionally exchanged for seashells. 🐚

This unique coastal tradition is so special that it was officially added to the Flemish Inventory of Intangible Cultural Heritage in 2021.

© Photos by Visit Bruges

10/02/2026

On Friday 28th August 2026, we will be welcoming a very special guest: Koen Goeminne, historian and author of The World of Marcus Gerards: Bruges in 1562, among other works. Using the iconic map of Marcus Gerards, he will guide our guests through the story of Bruges as it appeared nearly five centuries ago.

The idea for this came from a previous post, which revealed that one of our guests has this very map hanging in their living room in the United States. That moment sparked something. When you realise that several long-stay guests share such a deep and genuine interest in the city and its history, it only makes sense to bring that story directly to them.

This approach aligns perfectly with the philosophy of Reizen naar Morgen: not reducing visitors to numbers, but connecting them meaningfully to the place, its story, and its people. Bruges deserves visitors who want to know its story. And that story deserves to be told.

26/01/2026

DDK improvements - Part 2

A final round of upgrades, and we are proud (and happy) to say it’s done.

Both Acadia and Clarissa received their last refresh to fully meet our standards. We’re proud of Lore, who carefully coordinated the works throughout every phase. Under her guidance, Vanhecke Elektriciteit Domotica Automatisatie, Dreamworks and PJS Installatietechnieken delivered the final finishing touches with great attention to detail.

Additionally, our holiday rentals St-Donaas, St-Jan, OLV and Carmers were upgraded with brand-new sofas by Stevens Meubel, elevating both comfort and design.