Amazing Sights of Antwerp, Belgium [Gay Couple Visits AMAZING BELGIAN CITIES] Best Places to Visit

Join us as we explore all the amazing sights of Antwerp, Belgium. From charming cobblestone streets, to towering cathedrals, and stunning sculpture, there's something for everyone in this gorgeous Belgian metropolis.
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We are Rocky and Kimball, Gay KZbinrs and husbands of 25 years who love to explore the world around us and produce a fun travel vlog each week.
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On The Agenda:
00:00 Introduction
01:00 Kimball's Amazing Antwerp Plans
02:46 The Streets of Antwerp
03:24 The Chocolate Line - Gorgeous Chocolatier
04:15 Meir Street, Antwerp
06:01 Antwerp Central Station Tour - Incredible Architecture
07:51 The Clenching Diary(ahs)
10:07 The Story of Nello & Patrasche
11:11 30 Seconds in Cathedral of Our Lady Church, Antwerp
11:45 A Crappy Story & More Coffee
13:37 Exploring the Streets of Antwerp
14:55 KMSKA - Royal Museum of Fine Arts Antwerp
16:24 Beautiful Sights of Antwerp
19:06 Opening Pandora's Chocolate Box and Authentic Belgian Philly Cheesesteaks
21:08 Antwerp Grocery Food Haul
23:38 Why We Love Antwerp
24:21 Jesus vs Jaws

[@schiffelers3944]

Nello & Patrasche, didn't know about it. Interesting, gives off little matchbox girl & the happy Prince vibes, dark endings.

[@RockyandKimball]

Yeah, it’s apparently related to The Dog of Flanders. Funny enough, the story never gained wide appeal from the locals but was very popular in some Asian countries.

[@schiffelers3944]

@@RockyandKimball Interesting, stuff for me to dig into; dog of fladers? Never took notice of something like that.

[@WavesofStef]

Love all the art and that you always find such cool shops. Thanks for sharing! I also appreciate the trash observation. We were prepared because of you two in Amsterdam. But let me warn you, if you come back to Portland to visit, you’ll be devastated by the trash!!

[@RockyandKimball]

Oh my gosh, I’ve seen pictures. It was starting to get pretty bad before we left but our friends have been keeping us informed. Really so sad considering how immaculate everything was when we first moved there. Crazy how an entire city can change so quickly in that regard. But it will always be a beautiful city regardless. In our heaarrrtttts 🥰 Did you return from Amsterdam? If so, how was it?

[@WavesofStef]

@@RockyandKimball We loved Amsterdam so much. Had the best time and even got to experience some sunshine! 🌞

[@RockyandKimball]

@@WavesofStef Yay! So happy to hear that ^_^ Have an amazing week ahead 👨‍❤️‍💋‍👨

[@djmstephens1]

I love the Kimball behind the scenes stuff, like his day planning 😊

[@RockyandKimball]

Saaaaaaame! LMAO. I always laugh the most when editing those bits. The next video has a doozy. Thanks for watching and leaving us a note, DJ. Love from the boys. 👨‍❤️‍💋‍👨

[@MartijnPennings]

In case anyone wonders: at 17:00 Robot Dreams is a really cute Oscar nominated movie about a dog who lives in New York. Because he's lonely, he buys a robot and they quickly become friends. And then other stuff happens, but I don't want to spoil it. It's suitable for children and adults (it has no dialogue, so anyone can follow the story). You will laugh, you will cry. The dog doesn't die at the end (little spoiler there).

[@RockyandKimball]

Okay amazing! We’ll definitely check it out. I really want to see it 🥰 Thanks so much for the recommendation 👨‍❤️‍💋‍👨

[@MartijnPennings]

@@RockyandKimball it's set in New York in the 80's and it's got so many incredibly funny and recognizable details. I'm sure you'll love it!

[@Dutchbelg3]

So by now you know I live in Antwerpen. And your visiting schedule was on par! The station , the Meir, The Chocolate Line shop, The Museum and even the marriage proposal balcony! Still I have some cards up my sleeve to show to you 2! Don't forget! You will enjoy it! And you fooled me! I thought : finally 2 American guys that will not just eat trash food! But well ... I can still educate you 2 on the topic of really good and tasty food! The Mooy coffee/ lunch/breakfast place is a scam. Should be avoided !

[@RockyandKimball]

Yes I feel like we didn’t do a great job with food in Antwerp. There were a few good places but also some not great. We look forward to another trip to Antwerp in the future. 😁

[@jonny5676]

loved this video and subscribed!!

[@RockyandKimball]

Thanks so much, Jonathan! Welcome to the craziness. 😇😁 Hope you have a beautiful week ahead.

[@MissLinux2010]

Loved it!... who doesn't dream of Belgium chokolate!!!

[@RockyandKimball]

Zactly! It truly is Devine 👨‍❤️‍💋‍👨

[@erikbehaeghel]

love you guys Antwerp is my old city i life now at the Belgian coast

[@RockyandKimball]

Hey Erik! Thanks so much for watching and taking the time to chat 🥰 I immediately had to look at your profile pic because I saw your top hat and the look is fabulous 👨‍❤️‍💋‍👨 How are the coastal cities in Belgium? We haven’t been yet.

[@erikbehaeghel]

@@RockyandKimball they are fun and where i life Bredene near Oostende has the only nude beach in Belgium

[@RockyandKimball]

@@erikbehaeghel oh la la! We drove by it but didn’t know about the nude beach. 🏖️ Maybe next time we’ll see all the sites! 😬

[@rogergreener9457]

My favorite city to see you two at.

[@RockyandKimball]

@@rogergreener9457 Roger that! 🤓 I’m curious as to why. Care to elaborate 😁 We really enjoyed our Christmas in Antwerp (even though we’re not fans of wind)..but the history and beauty were astounding.

[@schiffelers3944]

👍 Nice planning Kimball, like a pro.

[@RockyandKimball]

Lmao, Kimball is happy you approve 😎 We’ll see if you approve of Kimball morning energy case study 3 next week.

[@schiffelers3944]

@@RockyandKimball We'll see, have a nice week

[@pauld2810]

On that same trip that I visited The Netherlands, my friends took me to Antwerp. Honestly, I don't remember much about the city. I do remember that it was September, and there were no Christmas carolers.

[@RockyandKimball]

Do you remember if the large statue of the guy throwing the severed hand was running? Apparently the water gushes out of the giant’s neck where his head was cut off and from the severed hand, I believe. Fun!!!

[@pauld2810]

@@RockyandKimball I do remember the statue and my Dutch friend telling me the story behind it.

[@schiffelers3944]

The Chocloate Line, got the attention of my partner, referring to it as a Desney-esk chocolate shop.

[@RockyandKimball]

They had a chocolate sculpture of a topless man so we were in regardless lol. Plus the operation is run by father and son and the son was easy to look at. Are we shallow? When we want to be, yes.

[@schiffelers3944]

@@RockyandKimball I noticed, no shame - kinda works similar here, but with sinkhole depths. I semi understand your theory of mind. The sculpting with chocolate is a different thing than the more commercial chocolates. But if you are talented at clay sculping, it has many similarities. I've worked at a chocolatier for about 6 months or so, just the non fancy stuff. There was this one guy, that made sculptures, which is not exactly the same as making the bonbons, etc. But very interesting, chocolate needs to be at certain temperatures for this to work, so does the room you are working in. Stuff like that.

[@triciabrown9328]

The chocolates looked so good and I’m really glad you didn’t push Kimball into the water feature with your big stick 😆But why did Nello and Patrasche have to die ? I may never get over it 😢😢😢

[@RockyandKimball]

I seriously cried little tears. 😭 Can you believe the next video is the last of our December trip? I CAN! I feel like I’ve been living in the past since January lmao. As always, love from the boys 👨‍❤️‍💋‍👨🧡💖

[@triciabrown9328]

@@RockyandKimball 😘😘

[@Paul_C]

Yes, they do a good job with trash collection, sadly they have no budget left over to repair their roads... As for Lake Como, I prefer Lugano, just nicer people, I stayed in Morcote.

[@RockyandKimball]

Oh, we’re going to look up Lugano! Thanks for the tip 😎 Hope you’ve been well, Paul 👨‍❤️‍💋‍👨

[@Paul_C]

​​@@RockyandKimballForgot something, since sailing is one of the hobbies I tend to enjoy Gardasee or in Italian Lago di Garda, when wind direction is okay, is a joy. It pleasant enough for wind or kitesurfing, but again it is one of those 'rich' places I generally ignore. It is that what normally would prevent me visiting Garda, but when it blows, it is glorious.

[@tarimastanaka615]

❤

[@RockyandKimball]

We see your ❤️ and raise you a 💖💕

[@schiffelers3944]

14:02 Correct, de neus = the nose.... see English and Dutch ain't that much different ^o^

[@RockyandKimball]

Okay, that’s what I thought! Thanks for confirming 😁

[@schiffelers3944]

@@RockyandKimball If you've done right, you've done right. Positive re-enforcement.. just telling it as it is.

[@schiffelers3944]

Huh? That are the rules with zebra crossings? 14:23 I understand rules seem to interfer with the land of the free mentality. Don't tell me what to do. hahaha In all sincerity we have less of a car culture here in Europe, our cars are even designed differently to have less fatal injuries when hitting a pedestrian, and stuff like that. Compared to the USA.

[@MartijnPennings]

In Amsterdam you really have to start actively crossing the street for cars to reluctantly stop for you at a zebra crossing. They don't have no time for those pesky pedestrians!! Like, they won't actively run you over, but if you're hesitant, they won't stop and wait for you to begin crossing the road. It really differs country to country and even city to city how well drivers adhere to those rules.

[@schiffelers3944]

@@MartijnPennings Tourists, both on the sidewalk and street, and behind the wheels of cars. Would be a reasoning for this in my opinion. It's not like that in the entire Netherlands. And similar: In the Netherlands a car also has to stop when you are not crossing at a zebra, and the zebra is like 10 meters from where you are crossing. In the Netherlands you don't have to wait for a green light when crossing on foot, if the street is safe you can cross. But crossing infront of a car when the light is also red, is illegal.